Turkish Hammam in Istanbul — Rise SPA Old City
The traditional scrub & foam ritual on a heated marble stone, in the heart of the Old City — minutes from Sultanahmet. Pestemal, towels and slippers included.
We reply within minutes — same-day slots are often available.
Scrub & Foam
How the Hammam Ritual Goes
Welcome
You're greeted at reception; your pestemal (traditional wrap), towels and slippers are ready. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to settle in without rushing.
Warm-up
You lie on the heated marble stone while the steam gently softens your skin and prepares it for the scrub.
Kese scrub
The traditional kese mitt lifts away dead skin — intensity is adjusted to your skin, just tell us your preference.
Foam wash
A rhythmic, generous foam massage and a warm rinse crown the ritual.
Rest
Unwind in the resting area for as long as you like before returning to the city.
Transparent Pricing
Hammam Prices
Every session includes the kese scrub, foam wash, pestemal, towels, slippers and the resting area — you just pick the duration.
Want hammam + massage + pool in one visit? Spa packages from €50.
Package Advantage
Booked Separately vs One Package
We priced the same spa day item by item against the Standard Package — even with the shortest standalone options on the price list, the difference is clear.
- Turkish bath scrub + foam — 20 min€40
- Massage (your choice of technique) — 30 min€35
- Rooftop Pool€10
- Sauna€10
- Steam Room€10
The hammam ritual, a 30-minute massage, sauna, steam room and the rooftop pool — in a single booking.
The comparison uses the shortest standalone options on the price list — longer hammam and massage durations widen the gap further. Spa day packages start from €50.
Spa Day Packages
What Every Package Includes
The massage lasts 25–80 minutes depending on the package; the Special and Deluxe packages add a soothing face mask.
- Traditional hammam ritual — kese scrub and generous foam wash on the heated marble stone
- Massage in your chosen technique (aromatherapy, classic, Balinese…) — in a private treatment room
- Sauna and steam room — wet-area access up to 2 hours
- Rooftop pool with Old City views — just bring your swimsuit
- Pestemal, towels and slippers provided — no need to bring anything else
- Resting area afterwards — stay as long as you like
Privacy comes first: a pestemal is worn throughout the ritual, changing and resting areas are private, and your massage takes place in a private room. The scrub & foam ritual is performed by our team of female therapists — share your preference when booking.
More Than a Hammam
A Rooftop Pool Above the Old City
What sets Rise SPA apart from classic hammams: after your ritual you can cool off in our rooftop pool overlooking the Old City, or keep warming up in the sauna and steam room.
Pool, sauna and steam room access depends on the service or package you choose — spa packages combine them with the hammam ritual and a massage in a single booking.
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In the Heart of the Historic Peninsula
- Balabanağa Mah. Vidinli Tevfikpaşa Cd. No:14, Fatih/Istanbul — AHC Old City Hotel, 6th floor (take the lift, on the left).
- 3 minutes from Vezneciler metro (M2); the T1 tram Beyazıt–Grand Bazaar stop is within walking distance. 5 minutes from Sultanahmet.
- Open every day 10:00–23:00 — hammam all day, massage sessions from 12:00.
Good to Know
Turkish Hammam — Good to Know
What's included in the price? Should I bring a towel?
You don't need to bring anything: a pestemal, towels and slippers are provided. The price includes warming up on the heated marble stone, the traditional kese scrub, the generous foam wash ritual and the resting area afterwards.
Is the hammam suitable for women?
Yes. Our facility is mixed; a pestemal is worn throughout the ritual and private areas are available for changing and resting — privacy is essential. The scrub and foam ritual is performed by our team of female therapists; share your preference when booking.
How long does the Turkish hammam ritual take?
The scrub & foam ritual takes 20 to 60 minutes depending on the option you choose; we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to warm up on the marble stone. Afterwards you can stay in the resting area as long as you like.
How do I book — can I come the same day?
The fastest way is WhatsApp: just message us at +90 530 869 23 37, or use the online booking form. Same-day slots are often available; for weekends we recommend booking 1-2 days ahead.
Where exactly are you, and what are your hours?
Rise SPA Old City is on the 6th floor of the AHC Old City Hotel at Vezneciler, Fatih — 3 minutes from Vezneciler metro (M2) and 5 minutes from Sultanahmet. We're open every day from 10:00 to 23:00; hammam runs all day, massage sessions start from 12:00.
Reserve Your Spot on WhatsApp
Tell us your preferred time and we'll confirm within minutes — questions welcome in any language.