Raffles Istanbul Offers Family Hammam Experience
Raffles Istanbul has rejuvenated the ancient hammam tradition and is now offering experiences for the entire family to enjoy.
The Turkish bath or “hammam” tradition dates back to the Ottoman era and was an important ritual that involved cleansing and relaxing, as well as gathering for social affairs. Often referred to as “marble temples,” hammams are bathing complexes which are decorated from floor to ceiling with marble.
Raffles Istanbul, the first five-star rated property in Turkey, has rejuvenated the ancient tradition and is now offering an experience for the entire family to enjoy. The luxurious hotel has three Turkish hammams in the world-renowned Raffles Spa, which features male and female relaxation areas with saunas, steam rooms, Jacuzzis, experience showers, and ice fountains. The outdoor pool offers stunning panoramic views of the city, and both indoor and outdoor pools are bathed in natural light.
The luxurious property has three Turkish hammams in the world-renowned Raffles Spa, which features male and female relaxation areas with saunas, and more.
The Family Hammam Experience is available for families who want to spend quality time together while refreshing and regenerating. With its private lounge, relaxation area, ice fountain, treatment room, hammam and showers, the guests will enjoy an exclusive private hammam experience with their loved ones.
The Raffles Istanbul Family Hammam Experience is available for a maximum of 15 guests and two guests at a time can receive two hammams or two massages at the same time. Guests between the ages of 7 to 15 can enjoy a bubble massage treatment, while guests from 16 to 18 years of age can enjoy the hammam treatment when accompanied by a guardian. Guests also receive their choice of food and beverage options in the lounge area, which include but are not limited to:
“Dolma’’ Stuffed Vine Leaves
“Hummus” Chickpea puree with Tahini
Pistachio Baklava
Selection of Turkish Delights
Selection of Seasonal Fruits
Tea and Coffee, Fresh Juices, Lemonade
The Raffles Istanbul Family Hammam Experience includes seasonal fruits, tea and coffee, and more in the lounge area.
The Family Hammam Experience costs $83 per person for parties of 10 or more, and $100 per person for parties with less than 10 people.
For more information, visit Raffles Istanbul’s website and follow them on Instagram: @rafflesistanbul
[Images courtesy of Raffles Istanbul]
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