Rooted in centuries-old ritual and Ottoman bathing heritage, the Traditional Turkish Hammam is a full-body rejuvenation experience designed to cleanse, soften, and realign the senses. This 50-minute thermal journey begins with 10 minutes of gentle sweating by the kurna (marble water basin), allowing steam and warm water to relax the body, open pores, and calm the nervous system.
The treatment proceeds with a 30-minute deep exfoliation using a handcrafted kese mitt, expertly removing dead skin cells and stimulating microcirculation. This detoxifying scrub not only enhances skin texture but also promotes lymphatic drainage, encouraging cellular renewal.
As you recline on the heated Göbektaşı (marble platform), a rich, mineral-soft foam is applied using rhythmic strokes to ease muscular tension and induce a meditative state of relaxation. The therapeutic combination of warm marble, manual exfoliation and gentle hydrotherapy restores inner balance and physical vitality.
Centuries-old Turkish bathing traditions live on in this ritual, offered not as a novelty but as a timeless experience of care, calm and quiet renewal.
Every step of the Traditional Turkish Hammam experience is a gesture of care, intuitive, deliberate and deeply human. From the first drop of water to the final sip of tea, the ritual is designed to create a space where time slows, the body softens and the mind gently settles into stillness.
Whether it is your first encounter with the hammam tradition or a cherished return, this experience is more than cleansing. It is a reconnection. With history. With stillness. With yourself.
At Çukurcuma Hamamı 1831, we believe true luxury lies in the details. In warm stone. In healing touch. In the rare quiet that lingers long after the ritual ends.
You don’t just step out refreshed. You return realigned. Rebalanced. Renewed.
The Traditional Turkish Hammam includes 10 minutes of gentle sweating beside the marble basin (kurna), full-body exfoliation (kese) using a private mitt, and a rich foam massage performed on the heated Göbektaşı stone. The ritual ends with herbal tea, dried fruits, and detox water served in the Camekanlık lounge.
This experience lasts approximately 50 minutes. It includes the full hammam ritual and time to rest in the lounge afterward. Guests are encouraged to stay at least 10 minutes in the Camekanlık to fully absorb the benefits of the treatment.
Absolutely. This ritual is designed to be welcoming and intuitive, even for those new to the hammam experience. Each stage is carried out with gentle guidance by expert therapists, allowing guests to feel at ease while connecting with the essence of this time-honored tradition.
You’re welcome to bring your own bikini or swim shorts for the hammam. If you forget, we provide high-quality, single-use swimwear along with all other essentials including towels, slippers, kese mitts, and olive oil soap. A private dressing room with thoughtful amenities is also available for your comfort.