Belediye Hamamı in Kuşadası—the soul of the Turkish bath!

Steam baths in Turkey have a thousand-year history, dating back to the Romans, but they flourished during the Ottoman Empire. Because Islam places great emphasis on cleanliness, baths became more than just a place of hygiene, but a center for socializing, relaxation, and wellness.

Belediye Hamamı in Kuşadası, built in 1495, is one of the oldest baths in Western Turkey. It still operates, preserving its authentic atmosphere and original interior elements.

What to expect:

A body scrub with a traditional glove leaves your skin smooth and your pores clean.

Soap massage with olive oil soap: rich foam and warm strokes leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed.

Finished with a shower, a Turkish towel, and a cup of aromatic Elma Çayı apple tea. The treatment lasts about an hour and can be done at any time of day—before or after tanning. It's more than just a body treatment; it's an immersion into an ancient tradition.