For a city renowned for its hammams (Turkish steam baths), nothing beats an Istanbul stay with a Turkish spa experience, where you can treat your skin, muscles and mind to some rest, exfoliation and pampering after a day’s sightseeing. For the ultimate relaxation and convenience, hotels in the Turkish capital offer some great Turkish spa services that will leave you feeling squeaky clean and rejuvenated. Pick from both Western and Turkish spa options with massages and body scrubs and even hydrotherapy. Select from options that include affordable treatments, opulent marble interiors, ornate Ottoman-period experiences, trendy wellness centres, private candle-lit therapies and impressive views. Enjoy it all from the comfort of your accommodation with these top hotels in Istanbul with a spa.
Raffles Istanbul
Zorlu Center, 34340 Istanbul, 34340 Istanbul, Turkey
Raffles is an impeccable luxury hotel with a global reputation for quality. Located in the prestigious and modern Zorlu Centre, it’s just a few stops on the metro from the historic centre. The spar is among the best and largest in the city, offering plenty of hydrotherapy experiences. There are three traditional Turkish hammams and plenty of individual treatment rooms, including an exclusive couple’s experience. The outdoor pool, too, benefits from sumptuous city views.
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Raffles Spa at the Raffles Istanbul Hotel
Pera Palace Hotel
Meşrutiyet Caddesi 52. Tepebaşı Beyoğlu, 34430 Istanbul, Turkey
One of Istanbul’s most iconic historic hotels, the Pera Palace Hotel has hosted stars and celebrities like Greta Garbo and Turkey’s own Atatürk. The location is excellent in the heart of trendy Beyoğlu, near the charming Pera Museum. Its spa is suitably luxurious with decadent marbled Turkish hammams, a sauna and a jet-streamed pool. If this is your first Turkish bath experience, Pera Palace is an absolute dream.
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Pera Spa at the Pera Palace Hotel
Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton
Kabasakal Caddesi, 5, Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34122 Istanbul, Turkey
Hagia Sofia Mansions has one of the most beautiful hotel spas in Istanbul – the breathtaking Cistern Spa surrounded by ancient Roman stone. The spa boasts hammam-style massage experiences, indoor Jacuzzis and a fitness centre. The hotel is located in Istanbul’s historic heart and is overlooked by Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Hammam Spa at the Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Sultania Istanbul
Ebussuud Caddesi Mehmet Murat Sokak, 4, 34110 Istanbul, Turkey
This characterful and opulent Ottoman-style hotel is one of the best in the Sirkeci area. Located on a quiet street just moments from Istanbul’s historic centre, you’re within walking distance of many of the best tourist sites. The on-site spa is the perfect antidote to a day of sightseeing. Enjoy restful, candle-lit massage therapies or indulge in the hotel’s traditional marbled hammam or detoxing sauna.
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Spa and Wellness at the Sultania Hotel Istanbul
Romance Istanbul Hotel
Hoca Paşa, Hüdavendigar Cd. No:5, 34110 Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey
This grand and traditional hotel in lively Sirkeci boasts impressive views of the city from its hilltop position. With an old-school Ottoman style throughout, expect plenty of plush and ornate furnishings, from velveted sofas to gilded-wooden chairs. This traditional emphasis continues in the hotel’s spa, a marbled dreamy wellness centre with hammams, massage treatments, saunas and a large swimming pool with a wave machine.
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Spa and Wellness at the Romance Istanbul Hotel
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Sinanpaşa, Hayrettin İskelesi Sk. D:No.1, 34353 Beşiktaş, İstanbul, Turkey
Located along the Bosporus Strait in a former tobacco factory, this is one of Istanbul’s most sought-after hotels today. This pedigree is found throughout the hotel’s glitzy, crisp white rooms and its impeccable spa. Guests can treat themselves to Ottoman-style hammams and a Grecian indoor pool, among a wide range of massage and wellness treatments. Other spa highlights include saunas, hot tubs and private spa suites with marbled bathrooms.
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Yasmak Sultan
Hoca Paşa, Ebussuud Cd. No:12, 34110 Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey
The Yaşmak Sultan is tucked away close to the Sultanahmet area, Istanbul’s historic centre and home to highlights like the Blue Mosque. With an ideal location for sightseeing, the hotel also boasts impressive city-wide views from its rooftop bar and restaurant. The hotel’s spa is an Ottoman treat with elegant hammams for traditional scrubs and a fantastic indoor pool. Guests can book individual sessions, including a highly-recommended jet-lag massage.
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Spa and Wellness at the Yasmak Sultan Hotel
The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery
Bankalar Caddesi 21, 34421 Istanbul, Turkey
The Galata is a well-placed, mid-range hotel in Istanbul’s bustling Beyoğlu area, close to the impressive 14th-century Galata Tower. With elegant interiors that blend modern and traditional elements, you’ll get excellent views from the rooftop bar that serves up tasty Turkish snacks and drinks. Guests can pick from a wealth of spa treatments and services, from traditional hammams with full-body scrubs to massages and a well-equipped fitness centre.
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The St. Regis Istanbul
Mim Kemal Oke Cad 35 Nisantasi, 34367 Şişli, İstanbul, Turkey
One of Istanbul’s most prestigious and trendy stays, St. Regis, is located right next to Maçka Democracy Park. Modernist, New York-style interiors provide a taste of something different in the heart of Turkey, but there’s no doubting the traditional credentials of the on-site spa. Futuristic hammams and treatment pools are paired with impressive ice fountains, saunas and steam rooms to set the scene.
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Sauna at The St. Regis Istanbul
Levni Hotel & Spa
Hoca Paşa, Mahallesi, Ankara Cd. No:12, 34110 Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey
The Levni Hotel & Spa is situated in the middle of Istanbul’s historic centre, just a stone’s throw from the pretty Gülhane Park. Rooms are modern with an Ottoman twist, with suites containing private hot tubs. The on-site spa is a delight. Guests can book sessions in the comprehensive fitness centre or enjoy rejuvenating Turkish bath treatments. There’s also a peaceful indoor pool and sauna room.
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Spa and wellness at Levni Hotel & Spa
