Hamams in Istanbul
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Cağaloğlu Hamamı was built about 300 years ago on an area of 2834 sq.mt and is one of the original baths in town. It is considered the last sample of its category and the architectural design is astonishing. It is open everyday. The bathing hours for men are 07:00 - 22:00 and for women 08:00 - 20:00 hours. Cağaloğlu Hamamı also has a café as famous as itself. Discount is applied to groups of at least 10 people.
Çemberlitaş Hamamı
This hamam has was in 1584 and was very popular among the Sultans. It is considered
to be one of the most important examples of 16th century Ottoman architecture.
Along with facilities of similar Hamams Çemberlitaş Hamamı now plans some renovations
and the women's section will be enlarged and restored keeping its historical
characteristics. The women's section will also house fitness center and solarium.
Discounts are applied to students and groups.
Galatasaray Hamamı
First built in 1481 by Sultan Bayezid II, it had some restorations under the
reign of Ottoman Sultans and it was modernized in 1965 without spoiling original
architecture and charm. It is one of the most popular Hamams among the businessmen
and famous people. The hamam consist of göbektaşı, sweating and Turkish massage
sections. Single changing and resting rooms are available, as well as another
resting room in which you may sip your coffee, tea or refreshment after a relaxing
bath. As in all Hamams there are separate sections for women and men. The bathing
hours for women are 08:00-22:00 and for men 06:00-22:00. The men's section can
be reserved for couples or groups of at least 20 people. Tourists are more receptive
to the group idea. They can watch belly dancing and taste the delicious Turkish
meals near the pool in the garden. Galatasaray Hamam is the address of "Gelin
Hamamı", "Damat Hamamı" and "Kına Gecesi" (Henna Night)
organizations.
The Marmara Hotel
The Hamam of this 5-star hotel reflects traditional Turkish architecture. The
Hamam and sauna are open everyday from 07:00 to 22:00. They are open to women
only 07:00-14:00 and to both women and men from 15:00-22:00. For the price of
the Hamam, sauna and Jacuzzi facilities please call the Hotel.
Swissotel The Bosphorus
This is again a 5-star hotel with Hamam, sauna and Jacuzzi facilities. The Hamam
is open from 07:00 to 23:00. Please make sure to have a reservation before visiting
the Hamam. This Hamam is preferred by women during the day while by businessmen
tend to frequent itafter office hours. It is open to its members as well as
those who come for massage at the spa and to hotel guests.
Polat Renaissance Hotel
The Hamam of this 5-star hotel is highly recommended for those who wish to enjoy
a traditional Turkish bath. Men and women's sections are separate as tradition
dictates. It is open to women until 15:00 and after that, it is open for men.
It is possible for groups of 10-15 to reserve small private sections beforehand.
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