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The Turkish bath is a long-revered custom, centuries-old; perfect for those looking for a truly physical and spiritual cleansing experience.
The 300-year old Cesme Hamam, which was renovated in 2017, is one of the most beautiful baths in Istanbul. The Hamam is just a 5-minute walk from the Karakoy tram stop.
Prepare to leave the chaos and humdrum of life behind as soon as you enter the Turkish bath. Immerse yourself and embrace traditional customs by wearing the waistcloth and slippers provided.
Guests who cannot stay in hot areas for long can choose the minimum duration bath ritual. Inside the temperature can reach up to 50 degrees Celcius under the central dome of the building.
The combined intense heat and humidity encourage the pores to open and impurities to be extracted from the body.
Following this, your skin will be gently exfoliated with a Turkish scrub and you will receive a soothing soap massage.
Finally, after resting, you can enjoy Turkish tea, Turkish coffee and Sherbet before being taken back to your hotel feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and refreshed.
About Çeşme Hamam
The Historical Çeşme Hamamı was built by Grand Admiral Kaymak Mustafa Pasha at the end of the 1720s, in the Tulip Era, and was used in turn by men and women at that time.
It continued to be used as a bathhouse until 2017 when it was restored by preserving its original structure. Çeşme Hamam was reopened by The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery by Sofitel in accordance with its original style and maintains the 300-year-old tradition of wellness of water therapy.
Cesme Hamam was renovated by the hotel so now you can enter the bath directly through the Hotel MGallery.
When you walk through the connecting door you don’t just enter a spa but step back in time to this magical piece of history that was once a Hamam in the Ottoman Empire.
The Hamam is just a 5-minute walk from the Karakoy tram stop and Galata Tower. You can also access the hammam by tram from Taksim Istiklal Street. At the last stop of the nostalgic tram (Tünel Tramvay Durağı), you can use Tunel (funicular), the oldest metro of Istanbul. Cesme Hamam is a 3-minute walk away from the Tunel entrance in Karakoy.
Address: Arap Camii Mah. Bankalar Cad. No:21 Beyoğlu, Istanbul / Turkey
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MontpelierHeidi29 August 2026Verified
Amazing Hamam experience! Authentic, luxuxurious Hamam in the Galata neighborhood. We went our first day and it was the best way to recover from our flight!Posted on Tripadvisor
Amy M17 August 2026Perfection We were warmly greeted by the incredibly friendly staff, who guided us through every step of our hammam experience. The beautifully restored, 300-year-old hammam is absolutely stunning and immediately creates a sense of calm and relaxation. The traditional hammam treatment and massages were truly unforgettable. Afterwards, we relaxed in the beautiful stone room while enjoying an incredible fresh fruit platter and Turkish tea—the perfect ending to the treatments. As we were preparing to leave, the staff generously offered us a more in-depth tour of the hammam and shared its fascinating history with us. We were also given a lovely gift to take home, which was such a thoughtful and unexpected touch. From the beautiful historic setting to the wonderful treatments and exceptional hospitality, the entire experience was extraordinary and one we will never forget. It was a highlight of our time in Istanbul, and I highly recommend it!Posted on Tripadvisor
ColomboJJ18 May 2026Luxury with Tradition Really enjoyed this experience - the couples hamam is done in a private room by Balinese therapists, and feels very luxurious and relaxing. I would definitely recommend this place.Posted on Tripadvisor
NorthStar3567246153913 April 2026Super Hamam in Heart of Istanbul Amazing place and súper service, special thanks to Nadide and Warsini! Will be back 100% on the next visit to Istanbul.Posted on Tripadvisor
Jet1197735810028 February 2026Wonderful break! We spent a wonderful afternoon at the hammam. Thank you for accommodating us so spontaneously. The treatment by Dilara and Samar was exceptional. We would definitely come back. Thank you!
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Emily B4 December 2025First timers at the hammam My husband and I had an unforgettable experience at the Turkish bath, thanks to Wati and Sara. From the moment we stepped into the warm, steamy air of the hammam, we felt transported. They both radiated warmth and professionalism, creating an atmosphere that felt both indulgent and comforting.Posted on Tripadvisor
Ena D30 November 2025The massage and hammam at Ayu and Yusra were incredibly good; the hammam was a unique and relaxing experience. Highly recommended for couples and families.
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Samia O14 November 2025Absolutely perfect! A superb experience in an authentic 300-year-old spa. A magnificent, timeless atmosphere and, above all, excellent masseuses. A huge thank you to Lori and Ayu who pampered us.
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SimplyDrapi3 November 2025Verified
A huge dissapointemnt! Usually, I hate reviews that criticize a product solely on price. But this time I must admit that 175EUR per person for a 50-minute assisted washing was a colossal disappointment. OK, we knew the price in advance. However, we expected a kind of wow for that money. What we got was a nice place, that is true, but not friendly staff in the "operators" who were chatting during "the treatment" all the time. Well, they left the hamam for 10 minutes, so there was a break without treatment. Sorry for being sarcastic.Posted on Tripadvisor
Marlene70722 October 2025Great Experience We had an amazing experience for me a hanam w Tigi and my husband a massage w Ayu. Both were really great!! The only drawback in our minds were the pricing at over 125 for a half hour treatment. But for me, you can’t go to Turkey without experiencing the hamam.Posted on Tripadvisor
Companion0938735809514 October 2025Wonderful family friendly experience This was our second time in Istanbul and our second time visiting Cesme Hammam. My husband and I did the 70 minute while my children(10, 9, 5) alternated between the bubble massages. They easily modified the menu for our children! Once all 3 children were finished they brought my children to the sitting area and gave the kids water, juice, a fruit platter, and WiFi for them to keep themselves entertained while my husband and I finished our treatment. The front desk staff and masseuse were all wonderful! The gentleman in the front even remembered us from last year and greeted us with much familiarity!This place is not only great for families but it is a wonderful place to unwind and experience relaxation. My children are already asking when our next trip is to Istanbul and if we could book another hamam! For first timers:They provide everything you’d need from slippers to towels. I’d recommend bringing children slippers so they don’t trip when walking to the spa area.(you go through an elevator and walk down the stairs)Posted on Tripadvisor
Daphnearchambault7 October 2025A must-see experience! My sister and I did the traditional Turkish bath experience with Yusra and Ayu and we loved it! They had a great connection, were attentive and even took the time to take several pictures for us. The lady at the reception was also very helpful and warm. As for the place, everything is incredible. The hammam is splendidly restored and we really feel the Ottoman history and culture throughout the place.
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Cplans7 September 2025Indulgent and relaxing As I was staying at the mgallery Istanbul hotel it was easy to treat myself to a massage then two days later a traditional hamam with scrub and bubble massage. Both were absolutely worth paying a little extra. The bubble massage with Wati was a beautiful and memorable experiencePosted on Tripadvisor
Alluera2 September 2025Wonderful private hammam experience. Thanks again to our wonderful masseuses Hanna, Tgi, Lora, and Dilara. It was a fantastic experience, especially for our friends, and thank you so much! It is certainly one of the most beautifully restored hammams I've ever visited and definitely worth a visit. The service was excellent, everything was clean, and there were only the four of us in the hammam. The only downside was that we didn't have much time to warm up. This made me feel a bit rushed. Everything else was great.
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Melahatyavuz30 July 2025You will definitely not regret it . The cleanliness, attention and care were absolutely perfect. From the first moment you enter to the last moment, every detail has been considered for you. When you have a request, the whole team does their best, the service is very professional.
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Alexandra O4 July 2025Hamam Wati was amazing and the hamam is really beautiful. Highly recommended. We did two treatments and left feeling very relaxed and clean :)Posted on Tripadvisor
Alexandra V1 June 2025Mixed experience The Hammam was recommended to us by our hotel. We were expecting a really wow experience...because the 30' hammam + massage package is still 230€/person. The bathrobe was faded, the slippers were paper, no one to serve us a small glass of water (because it's hot...) while waiting for the experience to start. After asking, we got 2 small plastic cans of water (like on the plane) The Hammam and massage time with TG and Hana were great. We were a couple and really enjoyed it. In short, a mixed experience.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorAlexandra V1 June 2025Mixed experience The Hammam was recommended to us by our hotel. We were expecting a really wow experience...because the 30' hammam + massage package is still 230€/person. The bathrobe was faded, the slippers were paper, no one to serve us a small glass of water (because it's hot...) while waiting for the experience to start. After asking, we got 2 small plastic cans of water (like on the plane) The Hammam and massage time with TG and Hana were great. We were a couple and really enjoyed it. In short, a mixed experience.
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Alison A14 May 2025BLISS BLISS!What an amazing experience. We had a couples massage from TeeGee and Laura and we have never experienced anything like it. It was so good.I can’t recommend here enough.Enjoy!Posted on Tripadvisor
Barry B30 April 2025Ayu & Susi Myself and my wife visited the Hamam Cesme during our stay at the Galata Istanbul Hotel. Our experience was first class from beginning to end. From the moment we entered the Haman our every need was catered for. It was an experience that will live long in our memory. It was our 2 therapists Ayu and Susi that made us feel so welcome and the treatments we received were the best we received in all our travels worldwide.Posted on Tripadvisor
Aytan R10 April 2025I had a wonderful experience at <strong>Perfect</strong> Tarihi Çeşme Hamam! Yusra and Dilara were so kind and professional that I felt very special. The atmosphere of the hamam was legendary, both relaxing and fascinating with its historical texture. I will definitely come again
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pacificexpat21 February 2025Five star treatment at this 300-yr old luxurious Hammam I went for a 70 min Turkish bath and facial treatment as part of my 60 birthday celebration while staying at the hotel Galata Istanbul MGallery which house the Hammam. I never had one before so this was truly an amazing and unique experience. The Hammam manager was friendly and courteous. Gave me a brief introduction as he took me down a floor below in elevator to the actual Hammam room. The masseuse who performed the treatment was also friendly and good at what she was doing. I felt very pampered. She even offered to take photos of me getting my bubble bath part of the whole treatment, a good idea if you want momento of the experience. The Hammam room was very well decorated and felt luxurious and grand. They knew it was my birthday so at the end of the treatment when I was relaxing back at the waiting room, they brought out a birthday cake for me! Made my whole experience there that much more perfect. Truly a five star treatment and experience there.Posted on Tripadvisor
LAS9017 September 2024Heavenly! Perfect for couples. A wonderful experience, and highly recommended for any couples looking to experience a hammam together. It was made so easy and accessible for us as newcomers, when I thought I might have been confused or nervous. The manager, Gokhan, was just marvellous and couldn't have been more welcoming if he'd tried. A must if you're looking to spoil yourself and experience something new in Istanbul.Posted on Tripadvisor
Michelle D10 August 2024$400 Was Stolen from my Locker While I was Having a “Relaxing Hamman” I specifically stayed at the Galata Hotel to enjoy the hamman experience, which I have done before in Istanbul. I locked up my belongings in the locker as directed by the spa receptionist which included my wallet which had all my cash for my 2 week trip. Why did you bring all of your cash you might ask? Because I wasn’t sure how much of a tip I wanted to give and since I was in a 5 star hotel, it never occurred to me that there would be a difference between locking up my belongings or leaving them in my room. Interestingly enough, when the receptionist gave me directions on locking the safe, she said “ don’t worry if your code doesnt work when you come back, I will open your locker.” Hmm… When I did come back after a lovely hamman and massage experience, sure enough my code did not work. She came in and was shielding her hands while she was entering all these numbers to open my locker. Thank goodness I had not kept my tip separate from my wallet. I had to go into my wallet to get the tip money. I immediately noticed that my wallet was fully zipped up. I NEVER zip my wallet! When I looked inside, I noticed immediately that many $50 bills as well as a $20 and some $10 bills were missing. My two $100 bills were still there. They clearly stole just enough that I might not have noticed right away and, had I not needed to go Iin my wallet for the tip, I would have not noticed until probably dinner that night. I’m sure that’s what they hope for. I immediately came out of the locker and said “money has been stolen from my wallet” to which the receptionist said “we have cameras, nobody entered the locker room while you were gone” I insisted she was wrong and she said she would call the manager. In the meantime i went tomy room to make sure I didn’t leave money in the room, which I knew I didn’t. I really thought the manager was going to dispute my accusation but to my surprise, he just said, how much do you think was taken? I knew I had &700 the day before and now had $300 so I said $400 and he went in his safe and gave me the money in euros. While I certainly appreciate that my money was reimbursed, as I was not expecting that, this was clearly an inside job and I would not recommend this hamman, or at least don’t take any valuables with you. Also to be noted is that the actual women performing your hammam are not Turkish, thru are from Bali or other Asian countries. They do a great job but the traditional hamman experience is done by older Turkish women, as I had on my last trip to Istanbul. You can find other wonderful hammans in Istanbul that offer this.Posted on Tripadvisor
Michel H25 May 2024I found it not very pleasant, nor very clean. It's a shame, actually. The price/performance ratio wasn't too high, not too low, but I expected
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Leonardo M20 May 2024Beautiful experience! I have been in Tarihi Cesme with my brother last week because we'd like to try the turkish bath! It was an amazing and relaxing experience. The hamami is really beautiful and clean and the staff is professional and knowledgeable. When I'll come back in Istanbul I'll go in Cesme Spa for sure. A special greeting to Gokhan that welcomed us in the best way explaining the treatments and the origins of Tarihi Cesme!LeonardoPosted on Tripadvisor
al b5 May 2024Overcharging I feel I need to post this here so it will not happen to anyone else.I was recommended to this place by my hotel, which is a high-end hotel so I expect that nothing shady will go down here. I was charged about €285 for my service which was the cost, but I was charged an extra €115 we have tried to contact management several times even prove that the money was taken out of my bank account and they are not answering. I was warned about people doing shady business in Istanbul and this is a shady business. I did give them a chance to rectify it. It is almost been a month now and mic drop.Posted on Tripadvisor
Shannon R24 April 2024Great way to start our vacation! One thing we definitely wanted to do in Turkey was a Turkish bath. Knowing we had a long travel day (20 hours, 4 cities and 3 planes) I booked our appointment prior to our arrival. The communication with the staff via WhatsApp seamless they were very responsive to my inquiries. My husband and I did a couples bath followed by couples massage. This was such a great start to our vacation in Istanbul. Thank you Warsini and Ezra!!Posted on Tripadvisor
Laura-528013 March 2024Authentic Turkish Bath Experience An authentic amazing spa in the basement of a hotel. I felt like I was transported in time when visiting the Hamam and the authentic architecture. The staff were so professional and accommodating to our late evening appointment. They have a lovely lounge and great steam room and spa amenities. The front desk manager had great energy and was so hospitable. We were referred to the Hamam thru our hotel and we are so impressed that we booked repeat appointments for the next day. Thank you to the staff of Çeşme Hamamı, you are Gems! And if you have never experienced a traditional Turkish Bath it is a MUST DO EXPERIENCE. Light exfoliation, (not harsh like a Moroccan Hamam), bubble cleansing and lots of warm water poured over your body. Hair wash as well, an amazing sensory experience.Posted on Tripadvisor
AdrianaM3557 December 2023A rip-off for a high price! The historic location is indeed very beautiful, and the only positive thing is that you have the hamam to yourself for the duration of the treatment. However, the service – at least in our experience – was unacceptable. It advertises itself as the best hamam on the European side – if such an award exists, they certainly didn't win it with the service I was able to experience. I visit Istanbul 2-3 times a year and have visited a few hamams, but I've never encountered such a blatant rip-off. My sister and I treated me to an evening in the hamam for my birthday. She booked the Fatma Sultan package for me. Since we weren't hotel guests, the price for the 50-minute treatment was a whopping €150 – expensive even for Germany. That's a lot of money in Istanbul. We had made an appointment in advance. When we arrived, three Asian hotel guests were given priority and told we would have to wait 30 minutes but could spend the time in the steam room. At short notice, that wasn't possible, so we waited in the relaxation area. Then it finally began. We had—as agreed—the entire hammam to ourselves. First, we were scrubbed with silk gloves. Then I received a mask and a scrub, and then I lay there for a good 10 minutes. Afterward, I was lathered up – I've experienced a much better procedure in every other hammam I've visited. Then I was lathered up, lay for another 10 minutes, washed off, and—what a surprise after about 35-40 minutes: THAT'S IT! For €150, mind you. The massages—foot, neck, and head massages—weren't provided even though they were part of the booked package! We were given water in the relaxation area, but there was no peace and quiet. The spa staff were talking loudly, they were cleaning, and the garbage bag was lying in the middle of the room. I felt so sorry for my sister – she had paid quite a lot for that hour. So we complained. Using photos, we were able to prove that we were finished after 40 minutes instead of the agreed-upon 50. We repeatedly stated that the massage hadn't taken place. Result: We were refunded 10 minutes; these were meticulously calculated using the rule of three and rounded down. At this point, we realized we'd been grossly ripped off and preferred to end the discussion so I could still enjoy my birthday. CONCLUSION: If you want a special experience in a hammam, there are so many others, and they can all only be better with this kind of service—and most are even considerably cheaper!
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Donald B4 November 2023Best Hamman in Turkey #1 My wife and I are from California and are visiting Istanbul, we got so lucky and came across this place...The Historical Cesme Turkish Bath, best Spa & Hamman in Istanbul honestly, if you're visiting Istanbul, 100% try this place. My wife and I were here last month and the service was the best ever of any spa. The gentlemen named Gokhan was so professional, because of him we will go back to this spa many times and recommend it to everyone we know. Also, the young Turkish woman at the Front Desk, Berrin is incredible, my wife and I really like her, she is amazingly professional and the best of Turkish hospitality, because of Gokhan and Berrin we will tell everyone about this spa......some of the people working here that were also these 2 ladies from Bali named Dian & Wati, are as lovely as anyone could be. The staff here at this place is wonderful, everyone looking for the best spa harman experience in Turkey, you gotta check out this place...Best Hamman in Turkey #1Posted on Tripadvisor
Dave3 November 2023Why Tarihi Çeşme Hamamı is Worth Every Euro Stepping into Tarihi Çeşme Hamamı, with its doors open since 1720, is like walking into a serene slice of history. My girlfriend and I chose this place for a couple's retreat, and while the 240 euros we paid felt steep, the experience justified every penny. It's not just a bath; it's a luxurious embrace of traditional Turkish culture. The place radiates cleanliness, and you can tell that the staff takes pride in maintaining the elegance of the hamam. Their professionalism is unparalleled, ensuring that every guest's experience is as impeccable as the marble underfoot. And yes, it's a haven for Instagram-worthy photos, so if you're looking to splurge on a high-end hamam experience in Istanbul, let Tarihi Çeşme be at the top of your list. Remember to use the correct address provided to sidestep any confusion on navigation apps like TripAdvisor. A visit here is more than a mere indulgence—it's a cultural rite.Posted on Tripadvisor
Carmen S1 November 2023An incredible and amazing experience not to be missed! We rate our experience as 10 out of 5😊We had a couple’s hammami and a massage. I can say that we have walked out feeling incredibly relaxed at owe with this amazing experience NOT TO BE MISSED WHEN IN ISTANBUL!!!The ladies that attended to us in the hammam as well as the massage, were amazing, professional and made sure to make us feel relaxed and enjoy the experience!The reception staff were very good as well!A must place to visit!Posted on Tripadvisor
AdventuresInPlanning18 October 2023Cesme Hammam is a hidden gem - wonderful staff! We visited the Hammam on October 1,2023. It turned out to be a perfect day as it was raining. We didn’t get a reservation until the night before - we got very lucky. Most Turkish baths were very busy since it was Sunday (who knew) so our hotel recommended Cesme to us and we couldn’t have been more pleased. Felt lucky that we got in and it wasn’t crowded - a bigger group was coming in later. My husband and I were joined by the other couple we were traveling with. We each checked into our separate locker rooms - ladies on one side and gents on the other. Here we stored our personals in a locker with a code we provided. They gave us paper undies for the lower private areas and a nice robe to wrap up in. There was also a wrap we took along with us. We were then led to the cold room where we hung up our robes and stored our slippers and could rinse off if we wanted, and then covered in our wraps. The 4 of us were then led to the hot room/bath. In the center is a large octagonal slab that is heated. You lay on this for about 10 minutes in peace and quiet. It was wonderful. Now, never having done a bath before we didn’t know what to expect. When we walked in there were two side areas each behind a swinging door. Being the novices we are we assumed that is where they would take each couple to have their bath. Wrong!! After our 10 minutes 4 ladies came in - one to attend each of us personally. We were asked to remove our wraps and lay on one of the angles of the slab. Okay, the 4 of us were getting ready to become even better friends. It actually turned out just fine (once I saw my friend using her wrap to cover her breasts I did that and felt more comfortable) - we all closed our eyes and relaxed while the attendants worked their magic. They start with a loofa scrub. Not too hard but not too light either. They then cover you with the most luxurious bubbles . When I say cover I mean head to toe. They then wash you and give you a simple but relaxing massage - your arms, legs, feet and hands. The next step was to pour warm water over you to remove all the bubbles. This takes several jugs worth but it’s so nice. Finally they give you a wrap for your hair and lead you over to the faucets along the wall where you have the option of being doused with cold water. It was exhilarating! I can’t recommend a Turkish bath enough. Try it. Now the really good part was wrapping back up in our robes and going to the relaxation room to luxuriate while sipping tea and water. Everyone was so nice and very professional. Cesme Hammam is a hidden gem!! Beautiful too.Posted on Tripadvisortouchthesky8226 September 2023Amazing experience!! A must do in İstanbul! I came across this place on TripAdvisor and booked me and my sister in for a hammam experience with massage. We were blown away by how beautiful the place is and from the moment we were greetwd at reception and given a wonderful explanation of what to expect, we knew we were in very good hands. The massage was incredible and when we went upstairs to relax we received the most wonderful surprise of a 20min facial as a gift and that was on top of the 15min extra massage time we were given too. The best was yet to come when we entered the hamam chamber- it was just stunning. The Body scrub, bubble foam (which felt like silk to the touch) and shampoo with heac massage put me in the most relaxed state i have been in years. We then headed into the main relaxation lounge for sherbert, coffee and tea and spent another wonderful 45min just soaking it in. My skin felt so unvelievably smooth and my face feels super hydrated, even 4 days after!Thank you so much for taking such good care of me and my sister, we loved every single minute of it.Posted on TripadvisorReviewer439826 September 2023One of the best things I did in Istanbul I booked a traditional 30 min hammam experience here on a whim, and it was easily one of the BEST things I did during my entire trip to Istanbul. I wasn't quite sure what to expect going in, and actually worried that descriptions of Turkish baths sounded kind of harsh and uncomfortable, but wanted to try a Turkish hammam experience before leaving. This turned out to be one of the most amazingly relaxing and soothing spa experiences I've ever had (better even than many of the American wet room body scrub treatments I've had in DC) -- an oasis for which I was desperately ready after the hot, crowded, chaotic streets of Old City.The marble slab on which you lie is heated and they give you a pillow for your head, so lying on it does not feel cold and hard the way I had been afraid it might; on the contrary, I could feel my muscles immediately relaxing and like I was melting into the warmth. The bath and exfoliation felt thorough yet gentle, and they even wash your face and hair as well, and include brief massage for your shoulders/back, legs, and feet. All the warm water generously poured all over you feels incredibly purifying and pampering, and the treatment room itself is just a work of art to behold. Afterwards, you're invited to relax in a beautiful and spacious Ottoman-style lounge with wide comfortable divans and interesting old world paintings, along with Turkish tea/coffee and juice (pomegranate I think). Highly recommend this place to anyone traveling to Istanbul. For Americans, definitely have no fear - a very unique experience, but you will feel right at home!My only regret is that I didn't have enough Turkish lira on me at the time to tip my therapist much as I would have liked -- a lovely Southeast Asian-looking petite woman (who did the service on Tues, 26 Sept at 1600 h), though I didn't catch her name -- but hope that if anyone from the hammam reads this review, that they will pass my thanks on to her.Posted on Tripadvisor
Bahi G28 August 2023The Best Hamam experience ever Hands down the best historical traditional hamam experience you can get in Istanbul, Quality services , high level of hygiene, friendly staff , professional therapists, and most important a couple friendly hamam which hard to find in other hamams .Totally recommended would visit again for sure .Posted on Tripadvisor
Teejaware19 August 2023Amazing Experience Lovely place, great staff, & incredible services. Berrin the manager made sure to tell us the history of this 303 year old spa. Our therapists: DianDiLareWatiAre really good.Posted on Tripadvisor
Handan Adalı11 May 2023In one word, the place is magnificent and the team is magnificent🙏 First of all, thank you very much to everyone who works in this business. It is a magnificent experience from greeting to farewell. If you are going to go to the bathhouse, I recommend everyone to have their first experience here. The guys at the reception were extremely polite and attentive. I would also like to thank the managers Yunus Bey and Berrin Hanim. Most importantly, it was spacious and spotlessly clean. I thank everyone for their treats and attention. We will definitely come again.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorStacey S8 May 2023Luxurious and Calming This was my first Turkish bath experience but I was blown away! We booked this through our hotel which was just down the street. The experience was one of the most luxurious things I've ever done. The environment was quiet and relaxing and I felt completely rejuvenated after. The staff was very patient and helpful and my bather made me feel totally comfortable. The bubble wash was my favorite part! My husband opted to only do a massage and went I met up with him in the relaxation room after, he was a changed man! Cooling off with some water, Turkish tea, and sherbet was a nice treat at the end. The building was also beautifully restored by a professional architect that still maintained an elevated earthy charm to the structure. I only wish I had time to go a 2nd time before my stay in Istanbul ended!Posted on TripadvisorClaire W17 March 2023Incredible experience of an authentic Turkish bath/hammam We were blown away by the experience at the Tarihi Cesme Hammam. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, leading us through the entire experience with kindness and understanding of our lack of knowledge.The hammam treatment itself was an unreal experience. We had no idea what to expect and we were awed at the intimate feeling of the space and the hammam process - we kept thinking it must be over before it got better and better! We've never felt so clean in all our lives!We also went for the spa experience afterwards, which entailed our own private room with jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. We each had a brilliant, invigorating yet deeply relaxing massage before being left to come to appreciate what we had just experienced. To top it all off, whilst cooling down upstairs in the lounge, the staff brought out a surprise birthday cake for me which was beyond expectations; a very moving gesture. This entire afternoon at the Tarihi Hammam was one we'll never forget.Posted on Tripadvisor
Suheyla O18 January 2023Époustouflant It was the most beautiful place I've ever been to!! Everything was so beautiful! Everything was thought of to make a person feel special. The cleanliness was perfect! We will definitely go again! Special thanks to Adeviye Abla and Hannah there.
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Issyboy9 November 2022Thieves, be careful and preferently dont leave any money or valuables in locker Be careful, nice hammam experience and place, but management and employees extremely bad attitude and response, one of them open my locker with there own code and steal a lot of money from me, when I come out of the service and my lock code does not work and my clothes where upside down I clearly feel I has been robbed and very sad to find out that happen and management of the hammam and the hotel really doesnt care, and cero intention to solve the issue, on my way now with the tourist police, this is the first time I have a problem in several trips to IstanbulPosted on Tripadvisor
Bob P2 November 2022Overpriced and low service Paid $200 and this was really overpriced. Massage was ok, but nobody explained you what to do and you just wait and wait without any reason. Now most funny part, THERE IS NO TOWEL IN SHOWER, they said use your bathrobe to wipe out. I will try to find another placed, this is not real hamami, just poor imitation inside the hotelPosted on Tripadvisorמשה א25 October 2022Not cheap but worth every penny The place is very luxurious, high level trappists and excellent serviceWe took the full package that includes massage and hammam. It's an hour and a half of pure pleasurePosted on Tripadvisor
ugangelis23 October 2022Highly recommended Really lovely experience. The beautiful high ceiling with the grand dome makes the place feel like a step back in time. The staff are very attentive here in both in the quality of the massage and the bathing ritual. Highly recommended.Posted on Tripadvisor
Lilia452014 October 2022Very positive experience Very nice Hammam, beautiful location and super nice staff at the reception and in the Hammam. This was our first Hamman in Istanbul we really loved it!!!Posted on Tripadvisorsimone i3 October 2022Unique experience-sluiced with warm water and scrubbed clean under a centuries old plaster dome-a highlight of my trip! A relaxing and peaceful escape in the bustle of Istanbul. Lovely ambiance, pleasant staff and a truly unique experience (I had the cesme hammam treatment and it was amazing!)Posted on TripadvisorKip R1 October 2022Perfect For Couples If you’re looking for a place to get a Turkish Bath as a man/woman couple (most places separate men and women) , I’d highly recommend this place! We were able to get a reservation just a few hours before and the experience was amazing. Both the body scrubbing and massage made it well worth the cost.Posted on Tripadvisorandre m17 September 2022320 years old bath I have had spa experiences in Morocco and Rome, but the quality of the service I received here, the attention and care of the staff and the information about the treatments are all great, thank you very much. We were fascinated by the fact that Yunus Bey gave information about his 320-year history and told stories from the Roman period. We will come again.Posted on Tripadvisor
suzanne31 August 2022Historic Hamam! Excellent Hamam, small yet mighty! It’s personalized care away from from the tourists. Sara was an amazing technician and great masseuse. Great experience overall! ❤️Posted on TripadvisorJennifer S15 August 2022Must visit! Amazing experience! We went to this site because it offered both men and women so my husband and I could go together. First of all: it’s located in the oldest hammam in the city so the architecture was beautiful. It was recently renovated, but the original elements are still intact. Second of all: the Turkish bath was something everyone should experience. I have never felt my skin be so soft! They were very professional throughout the entire experience. We then had a rest for about 10 minutes and then we had a couples massage and time in the dry and wet sauna, and a soak in the tub. The massage was amazing. The woman hit a few pressure points to relax me further. It was a very hard walk back to our hotel because I was like jello when we left. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.Posted on Tripadvisorshk23 July 2022Incredible! Cesme Hammam provided me an incredible, very professional massage/bath experience. Sauna, steam room, an EXCELLENT massage, followed by a rejuvenating hammam, ending with a plate of fruit and water and tea. I am not sure I have ever felt so pampered before. I walked away feeling so relaxed and satisfied.Posted on Tripadvisor
Adriana R18 July 2022Absolutely worthy An amazing experience! Bought the massage and hamam treatment package. The hamam is at an original Turkish bath building from 1700 and Eka was just the best!Posted on Tripadvisor
Turan19 June 2022What an amazing experience Me and My wife took the Turkish baht in this historical hamam it was such a great expirience the staff were great we were treated very nice the treatment was very freskini we were feeling like a baby after the turkish bath thankful for everythingPosted on TripadvisorAbdul B15 June 2022Stay away! The location and ambiance are very elegant and modern. But we were very disappointed with the treatment; the value for money was not right. Of the 50 minutes (Fatma Sultan Hammam costs €70 per person), we spent 20 minutes lying on the hot stone without anything being done... The massages were very poor and short. Not recommended!
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TheLaw25 May 2022"Once in a lifetime experience" - my grandmother My grandmother went for the Fatima Sultan Hammam experience and called us up as soon as it was over just to persuade us to do it as well - saying it was "a once in a lifetime experience" and that we "cannot leave Istanbul" without getting the experience she received.Her skin was glowing and the happiness reached her eyes, so we decided to give it a shot.We came back early from our late night exploration of Istanbul and were greeted by the lovely Irene. She's the same lady who gave my grandmother such an exquisite experience. She served us tea and told us about the entire experience.It was a lovely experience from start to end. My mother got an excellent treatment from Irene from start to end and I received my massage from a lady who's name I did not catch but I believe she's from South East Asia (maybe Indonesia or the Philippines). She gave me one of the best massages I have ever ever had and I couldn't recommend her enough! And for the hammam, I had the Iranian lady who did a great job of making my skin glow.We still miss the bitki we had (it's special Turkish herbal tea drunk by the locals to keep warm) and we've been looking all over Turkey for where we can buy it or for what it's called in English. Please help us with this if you read your reviews!Overall, we agree with my grandmother's sentiment - its a must have experience!Posted on TripadvisorSanem Y13 January 2022Go with full package for sure! This place recommended by Boray - manager of Mesai Restaurant. They have Exclusive service! Exactly what we needed they do their best! I made a reservation for my parents including the massage service. And my parents gave extremely beautiful feedbacks to me as the staff was the best of all, and the atmosphere was amazing. Thanks to everyone Turan, Ilker, Salah and the Iranian lady(dont know her name). We will be back each month !!!Posted on TripadvisorMaria M5 September 2021This spa is disrespectful to couples! I had a massage with my husband, then the wife ripped his shorts and took them off! He found himself completely naked in the massage room, we decided to leave the spa and cancel the hammam! I strongly advise against it for couples!!!
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorYana11 April 2021Something went wrong We stayed at the hotel and were delighted. We decided to visit the hammam, chose ours, with history and excellent reviews + assumed that the hotel with impeccable service would have the same hammam. But... Firstly, they delayed the registration by half an hour. No problem. We arrived later, the guests had not yet left after us, we went into the hammam, it was clear that nothing had been cleaned up after the previous guests, dirty water, shampoo bottles. We sat for about 5 minutes, it was a bit cool in the hammam, I don’t know if this is normal. The girls-masters arrived. We had a 50-minute program, with scrubbing, soap massage, hair washing. We arrived in bathing suits. They asked me to undress completely, well, ok, discomfort, but maybe it’s my hang-ups. Fortunately, my husband and I were alone. Scrubbing, soap massage, hair washing - everything was as if in a hurry, they rubbed me like sandpaper, even after clarifying that it hurt. The water was sometimes very cold, sometimes hot, everything was sloppy, salt got into the eyes, water into the nose. All 50 minutes were complete discomfort due to the sharp movements of the master and sloppiness. Also, my master's phone rang twice and she left and answered!!! After the end of the program, we had a rest with tea included. We went to choose a place, to be honest, we were a little shocked how dirty everything was, all the tables were not cleaned after the previous guests. Sofas in crumbs and stains, towels with holes. What is going on here???!?!? We waited for tea for about 15 minutes, then went to ask! We did not find anyone. On the way to the exit, our master showed where to go 😄 I said: should we wait for tea? After confusion, she went to pour us tea. By the way, we paid $70 per person for such an experience. Just like for hotel guests, we have a 10% discount, we did not specify at the time of payment, but no one rushed to give it to us either)
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linda6 December 2019Our chance to relive 300 years of history . Friendly staff. The only address for the pleasure of a scrub and foam massage is the historical Çeşme Hamami. We were very pleased, we will always visit you every time we come to Istanbul. Thank you.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorMaespim30 November 2019We took a bath as a couple. Many baths are separate for men and women, and are run by men. In our case, we preferred to be run by women and had a private session, including a massage after the bath. I thought the bath was a massage, but it's actually just a bath and exfoliation with a sponge, foam, and so on. The building has very old, original, and beautiful fixtures!
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorL Marie J31 October 2019Authentic atmosphere This place felt very authentic and the old atmosphere was kept.We were polite welcome and taken care of in a nice way.The place was clean and well organized.Posted on Tripadvisor
T Nye21 October 2019Çeşme hamam luxury - sooo relaxing and decadent Amazing , relaxing indulgent experience with friends - just what was needed, lovely staff, very welcoming and looked after for the whole morning - highly recommendPosted on Tripadvisor
Jane H21 October 2019The perfect hamam experience! Very clean and the manager was extremely accommodating. In fact, we had the place to ourselves (we were a group of 5) as we went on a Saturday morning. We had the massage which is highly recommended, a relax in the steam room, a scrub/soap down in the steam room (very good) then a relax on the cushions upstairs. Convenient location not far from Galato Tower with plenty of lockers in the very clean changing rooms.Posted on Tripadvisor
888jaz27 August 2019AAAAMAZING!! Staff is incredible! I cannot rave enough about Cesme Hammam. The manager miss Nagihan Yilmaz showed us true Turkish hospitality. I was looking for a spa to host about 15 ladies as part of pre-wedding celebrations and OMG it was by far the best time we had in Istanbul. All the ladies walked away on cloud nine. Thank you so very much for making our weekend a brilliant one.Posted on Tripadvisorlinda27 August 2019Nice and useful. Luxurious pleasure. You will feel like in the magnificent century as Khurem Sultan. Autumn clean comfortable atmosphere wonderful heavenly pleasure. When therapy is carried out starting with a salt scrub and ending with a soap massage it is inexplicable. We are very happy. We are glad that the visitor Tarihi cesme hamam. I recommend to everyone and you will not regret that the visitor this wonderful story. Thanks to all the staff. Thanks to everyone
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorAli27 August 2019Cesme Hamam I went to Cesme Hamam yesterday, the staff was very attentive, everything is very clean and tidy. You should definitely experience the SPA, the peace of the environment is completely different. The history of Cesme Hamam impressed me a lot, I recommend you to research it.
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Luigi V18 August 2019Our wanderful relax and safety We are very satisfacted.The women head staff are very professional and friendly.The staff is excellent.The hamam structure is magnific and original.Posted on Tripadvisor
Aladin A30 July 2019Cool Firstly, the hamam is very beautiful and clean. Secondly, the staff is friendly. And thirdly, we really liked it and I highly recommend it to everyone. You won't regret it)
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Nur Sagyn30 July 2019It was wonderful I went to this Hamam and it was wonderful. I really felt like Hurrem Sultan in the Magnificent Century. I recommend it to everyone.
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Axl20 July 2019Amazing place It was a wonderful experience! Historical and really nice place. Stuff is very kind and good people. If you come to Istanbul, don’t go back before see it.Posted on Tripadvisor
Mert Çiçek20 July 2019Great service. There are really very few hamams like this in Istanbul. Fascinating with its friendly staff and historical texture. A nice environment to visit again and again.
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mustafaklc20 July 2019It was perfect . We got a great hamam atmosphere and service. We liked the cleanliness, attention, music and refreshments very much. Thank you.
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sttufan18 July 2019Excellent historical bath experience. An incredible Ottoman bath experience and a big thank you to the whole Çeşme team for making me feel like a sultan in such a short time. I can't wait to visit again soon.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorKht_mn16 July 2019A magnificent historical bathhouse, the service is great. It was my first bathhouse experience, very clean and very peaceful. The sultan package I bought in the bathhouse included foam massage, scrub and hand-foot squeezing in 50 minutes. The female therapist who accompanied me was professional in her job. I was very pleased. I will come back again as soon as possible.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisormemoli16 July 2019A perfect day. A place where you can be very comfortable. The service is great, the variety of drinks and presentations, the smiling faces of the staff, the hamam culture that has not lost its historical structure.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisorselin16 July 2019Çeşme Hamam It was my first time experiencing a hamam and it was great. I decided to come here all the time. The staff is very friendly, the atmosphere is great. The hamam is very clean. I relieved all my stress ;) The price was very reasonable according to the performance. The location is also very easy. I recommend it to everyone.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorMelih Y15 July 2019Thank you very much for everything . I would like to thank the Historical Cesme Hamam and its staff for hosting my important guests from abroad perfectly and presenting the Turkish bath culture in a wonderful way.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorNagi n15 July 2019We liked it very much, it reflects the Hamam culture completely. It was extremely hygienic. The attention and interest is at the highest level. The location is very good, easy to find. Thank you.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisorramazan k15 July 2019Super clean bath. You feel like a sultan. I recommend it. The prices were reasonable. Thank you.
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Erkan15 July 2019The service quality is excellent. The architectural structure, cleanliness, staff attention, pleasant smell were magnificent. I had Fatma Sultan care. I recommend it.
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Amy L12 June 2019Excellent Hammam My husband and I were in Istanbul for 3 days. We covered Topkapi Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque and Grand Bazaar in one day, finishing by going back to our hotel in the Galata Tower neighborhood. I had reserved 2 VIP Hammam spots for us that night. It was the best decision of our entire visit! The staff was kind and generous from start to finish. The Hammam (Turkish bath) is one of the most beautiful rooms I have ever seen! After the Hammam, dried fruits, nuts and Cay! Then we had a deep tissue massage in the couples massage studio. Once that was complete we took advantage of a soaking bubble bath and steam sauna. Every lush detail was attended to. All the pain from our wonderful day wandering around the hills of Istanbul was revived! I will definitely plan another visit to Çeşme Hammam on our next visit to Istanbul!!
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on TripadvisorLouise M3 May 2019Disappointing experience, superb place We stayed at the MGallery Hotel in Galata and chose a treatment at the Çesme Hamami located in the hotel, which we were quite disappointed with. In addition to the difficulty communicating in English with the two receptionists at the hamam, we were not guided through the steps of the hamam, left a little wandering at the start (15 minutes of waiting in the hamam without heat) and at the end after the treatment (soap, scrub, rinse with plenty of water). We did not have a hot hamam at all, and the whole thing lasted 30 minutes instead of the 50 we had paid for. For this price, we expect a lot more attention. The team is kind but unprofessional. The place, on the other hand, is worth the detour.
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Eda h21 October 2018Definitely worth a visit. It is very clean and has a wonderful ambiance. It has been restored but the service quality is quite good. They make an appointment according to the number of people you are going to and reserve the bath for you. Only the bath part should have been warmer, foreigners are uncomfortable but unfortunately in Turkish culture, service should be provided accordingly. And it seemed a bit strange that the natırs did not know Turkish. Other than that, the cleanliness, hygiene, attention and care are very good, thank you. 🙏🏻
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