The Turkish Hammam: A Centuries-Old Ritual of Renewal

The hammam has been part of daily life in Anatolia for centuries. More than a bath, it is a place to slow down, cleanse the body and rest the mind.

How it works

The ritual begins in a warm room, where the body slowly relaxes on the heated marble navel stone (göbek taşı). Once the skin is warm, an attendant scrubs it with a traditional kese mitt, then covers you in a cloud of soap foam for a gentle massage.

Before and after

Drink plenty of water before and after your hammam, and give yourself time to rest afterwards – a cup of herbal tea in a quiet lounge is the perfect ending.

At Prime SPA

Reserved for Wome Prime guests, Prime SPA complements its traditional Turkish hammam with a sauna, steam room and massage services, tailored separately for male and female guests.