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In search for some R&R after a week of traveling in Spain, we came here a month ago to see if their experience was on par with their marketing. Overall rating based on: Space (design/layout/ambience) - 2.5 Service - 4 Amenities- 2 Space: stepping into the establishment, the dim atmosphere is accented by a meditative soundtrack, and the decor hints of North African influences. After checking in (booking completed online or over phone in advance), they usher you into a waiting area--a double-story courtyard with greenery and several seating arrangements of ottomans and divans centered around low tables offering warm sweet herbal tea or cold water. The staff instructs you to cover your shoes with plastic coverings that they provide to avoid soiling the interior floors, and then you wait to be called and brought into the changing rooms, just a short walk upstairs. Walking out of the changing rooms you walk into the coed bath pools and sauna room area, where clients in swimsuits and robes can sit and unwind in between dips in the pools. A couple rinse-off shower areas outside the pool and sauna, and also low tables set up with water and sweet tea. The regular warm bath is in the main pool room, w/ small hot and cold pools adjacent exterior to this pool. The cold one probably fits two people comfortably; the hot one 4-6. I enjoyed the salt water pool the most, easier to float and fit about 8-9 people comfortably. As some other reviewers mentioned the temp isn't that warm (maybe 78-80ish degrees F)in the regular and salt water pool, but in the sauna with 100% humidity it's a very warm 95+ degrees F. They also imbue the steam with some type of eucalyptus/lavender scent but the minty-ness of the eucalyptus is quite strong. It clears your sinuses but isn't for everyone. The size of the interior space is on the smaller side considering the capacity. I came on a weekday night at 9pm during off-peak season and walking into the waiting area and subsequently the women's locker room, both areas looked to be at 75% capacity. However in the walkways bath pool areas, the amount of people when we arrived felt around max capacity for comfort. If you booked a massage, once informed by the staff that your appointment was starting, you head upstairs from the bath pools to the massage room. This is a dimly lit, open space with about a dozen tables and masseuses, sheer curtains dividing sections of the room. They seemed very conscious about settling in one person or couple at a time, to avoid disturbing others, but overall it felt a bit cramped and without privacy considering you are topless laying about 5-6 feet from another table. The massage itself was a bit lighter pressure than I normally like, but considering the slight communication issue (below) I didn't mind and enjoyed it. Service: the staff was cordial through the entire experience, providing explanations for each step of the process. Inside the changing room there was a staff member handing out water shoes, robes and towels. With no clocks inside the pool areas, you rely on the staff to call names each time an appointment is starting. Mine started a bit later than scheduled, but I didn't mind since it meant more time in the pools and sauna. Not knowing what time it was, I checked in a few times with the staff, to be informed my appointment was not up yet. During the massage, considering my lack of Spanish language skills, I had a difficulty explaining which areas to go easier/harder on, though I felt the masseuse tried her best to understand. Amenities: I appreciated the L'occitane shower gel, shampoo and conditioner, and the bath robes for wearing between the pools and other areas. There are hooks outside each area to hang up your robe when not using, however outside the main pools there was a dearth of open spots during the busiest time. The aforementioned water shoes were useful considering how wet the spa spaces are, helpful to keep you from slipping, however not very comfortable for walking, like wearing wet shoes. Aside from the nice wash gels and yummy tea, this felt like a no-frills spa. There are shower stalls, two single bathrooms and two mirrored double-sink areas inside the women's changing room. Basically no other amenities except a hair dryer, one trash can; no tissues, hand towels, or plastic bags for putting your wet swimsuit into. I peaked into the special room for the wine soaking experience, which looked nice and mostly private. I would suggest the management to add some method of drying off feet and shoes before walking into the changing areas. The water shoes are great to prevent slipping, but basically the entire changing floor is wet which makes it difficult when you're trying to change into and out of your dry clothes. Also would suggest more curtained sections in the massage area for more privacy.

Amazing. So worth it. Best money I've spent in Sevilla. I was lucky enough to score a last mi the appointment due to a cancellation and thoroughly enjoyed the wine spa experience. The staff is just incredible, friendly and lovely. The spa itself is not as spacious as the ones I'm used to in NY but it's a serene and beautiful space. I love that they provide you with bathing suits and slip-free water shoes. The general area includes 3 rooms: warm/hot/cold pools, pool with jets, and the salt baths. The salt baths are the coolest. It's basically like a sensory deprivation room (but other people might joint you). You just float in the salt water and it's shallow (so no scary, even for someone who can't swim like me). The massages are really wonderful and I felt super rejuvenated after 10 days of traveling. It's really different that they do facial massages and the environment is super relaxing. The wine bath is super cool as I'm lead to a roped off area in a giant granite tube with jets and two walls of empty wine bottles. I get in and they turn the facet on and "wine" comes out to fill the tub. Being me, I tasted the liquid and it tastes like water..guessing it's really diluted? I'm left alone to bask and sip on a glass of wine (you get a choice of red or white). After 15 minutes, my girl comes back and gives me a mini-facial and hair mask. Then I'm escorted to the rooftop terrace to enjoy the views of the cathedral and giralda with another glass of wine, cheese and some grapes. You're not allowed to take photos in facility but since I was alone at the terrace, I snuck a few! Highly recommend this experience. Will def want to check out the New York location.

Holy. Cow. This was my first time experiencing a bath house and I am so so glad we went. You go in and wait in this beautiful courtyard, where there is tea and water waiting. You get shown to the locker room where you can put your stuff away and change into your bathing suit. After that you are free to roam to the different baths. Our favorite was the salt bath! There's a giant tub of salt that you can scrub yourself down with and then just float your troubles away. The steam room would have been the standard steam room if not for the amazing peppermint aromatherapy. I could have stayed in there for hours. The jacuzzi, and the different temp pools were nice and relaxing. What really makes this place is the ambiance. Dim lighting, gentle music and areas to relax with tea and water. It was a highly relaxing and great end to our vacation. We also got a massage which was fabulous! We happened to get a great deal online that I believe is only available on Monday - Friday during certain times. It came out to about $55pp for 90min in the baths and 30min massage. When you go to make your reservation, make sure you ask specifically about the special because they don't offer up the information.
12 years ago
Wow! What a treat to an amazing Arabian bath house hidden in a tiny alley of Calle Aire. If you are in Sevilla, no matter if you are traveling alone, as a couple, in a group or with your family, please do try this place out. Even if it´s just for the thermal bath without extra treatment. It cost 26 Euros for the thermal bath + aromatherapy, that's their most basic service. Then it goes up depending on what you add-on: massages and more. I added the 30-minute massage and it was definitely worth it, especially when you like to walk around cities like I do. I explore everything by foot so my feet and legs definitely needed some pampering. This is how it goes: Book your appointment ahead of time, then come at least 30 minutes earlier to check-in. Once you check-in you will lounge in the lobby area, a really nice experience. When they are ready for you they will give you slip-on plastic covers for your shoes/sandals before you are guided upstairs to the locker rooms where you are asked to change into your bathing suit, wear their special slippers throughout the bath house, take a quick shower to wash off your sweat, dirt, grime, etc. then go 2 flights down from the locker rooms to the relaxation room where you will be greeted by a hostess. There you are served moroccan tea and other cold drinks like iced sweet tea and water. From that point you should definitely go into the main bath area, directly next to the relaxation room. There are 3 pools, the large pool (luke warm water) then a small very hot pool and an even smaller freezing cold pool. It's like a blanching system :) The ceilings, light fixtures, walls and ambience are amazing in there. The whole bath house feels ancient, like you are taken back in time to the days of the Arabian bath houses. After that you should cross the relaxation room then enter the Hammam (steam room) for a few minutes followed by the hydro massage pool. Take another relaxing break and have some tea in the relaxation room before heading downstairs to the salt pool. Float around, get some snooze time, it's so relaxing. The background music and ambience puts you in a meditation trance throughout the bath house. I just found out they have other locations in Barcelona, Almeria and New York. I'll definitely visit them when I'm in those cities next. read more
8 years ago
Had been researching for months what would be a romantic but also a calming experience for my boyfriend and I as we ventured around Spain and came across the Aire Ancient Baths. I saw that they had one in Barcelona but decided that baths in Seville might be better because of timing and location and thy did not disappoint. There was a room to dress down into your swimsuit and to prepare for the bath and lockers also provided to put in your clothes and personal items. There was also three major rooms where the baths were- One with a major pool of sorts that had jets that helped loosen up sore muscles and tension. Then there was a still pool that was a bit cooler, then a hot bath and a ice cold bath right next to it. My boyfriend to this day still talks about the ice cold bath and how refreshing it was, but I was too nervous to get in. Me and cold do not mix haha. The other room was a steam room that had notes of eucalyptus. If you have any breathing problems such as asthma as I do then I would not stay there long, maybe 5 min max because it starts to feel suffocating. Lastly, my boyfriend and I ended up getting 15 minute massages that were really relaxing! The only thing I would change which was on me was to order the package that included the rooftop. It looked so peaceful in pictures and maybe if we're back in Seville- we'll go again. read more
9 years ago
I would only recommend that you do the Thermal Baths. I bought the: Baño Termal y Masaje de 45 minutos PARA DOS 135,00 € but the massage was like having someone rub oil all over your body.. it was nothing special, I was actually disappointed with the massage. The inside of this place is gorgeous! and the baths are fun and different. I loved the view from the terrace! The tea and fruit that was laid out were nice to snack on, in-between baths. Also, check out the steam room, there is a refreshing, lung opening scent in the steam. I think it was spearmint or just plain mint. read more
7 years ago
It was the most amazing experience we've had so far. Highly recommend it!! If in town in Seville consider making a reservation. What a treat while on vacation. read more
8 years ago
Beautiful experience. A must do after a long day of walking the streets of Seville. Staff was very professional and friendly. Pools and locker rooms were clean. Very beautiful setting especially if you go as a couple. They have a warm bath, cold bath, jacuzzi, and salt bath. Wine bath is extra. We also did a massage, was very pleasant and relaxing . I would definitely recommend this place. read more
8 years ago
Massages are decent at best. Great vibe. Love all the different pools. Great getaway in the city
11 years ago
This was a whole new experience for me. I've heard of Arabian Baths, but never knew what they were about. I was kindly greeted by women at the front desk who explained everything to me. I was brought up to a dark area only lit by candles to get changed and prepped for my massage. I then was guided up another set of stairs only lit by candle light with soft calming music playing in the background. It was one of the best massages I've ever had. Then I was taken downstairs to rinse off and relax in their number of pools they had. You could sit in a salt bath, jacuzzi or even a freezing cold bath. After a while I was then guided up a few flights of stairs again only lit by candles to the top of the building to another pool overlooking the entire city of Seville. Of course I didn't have my phone, but the memory will live with me forever. Sometimes you just have to see it for yourself to understand. I highly recommend this relaxing experience, especially if you're on your feet walking around the city. read more
10 years ago
Wow. The amenities in this spa are the best I have ever experienced (that includes all the 5 - star properties on the Vegas strip). The ambience, quality of hamman, various salt baths and hydrotherapy was one of the best ways to spend a late afternoon in Seville. The quality of the massage was terrific - it was more relaxing than therapeutic and takes place in a large communal room. Unfortunately, my massage table was located right next to an open window and so throughout the massage I heard people talking from the street below. Because of this, what should have been a 5 star experience is reduced to 4 stars. Treat yourself here, just ask for the massage to be away from the window. read more
7 years ago
I didn't even make it to the massage. I had a less than average experience here. I arrived for my 10am appointment only to wait almost two hours before anyone could give me an update on when my massage would take place. Some people who arrived before and after me received their massages. I was informed that in 10min I would receive a massage only for 10 minutes to pass and still no massage. When I inquired about why I was 120min into my appointment with no massage, I was told that I was expected to spend 45 min on the rooftop in addition to the 120min appointment. This can be found nowhere on the site. The rooftop is worth a skip small pool for only about 5 people and two deck chairs, there is no way you can spend 45 min there. There also appeared to be poor flow and was over crowded with people. After waiting 2hrs I left prior to the massage. The pools were nice. Overall this was very subpar to my expectations and previous spa experiences. Worth a skip. read more
8 years ago
Very disappointed in this experience. Would give it less than one star if possible. My friends and I have been planning a vacation to Seville for months, and we were really looking forward to these ancient baths. However, once we got there we were informed that my 13 year old son was not allowed into the baths. Although when we were corresponding via email with Aire, we mentioned that he would be joining us and they said that he would be able to do the baths with us. When we informed the woman at the front desk about this, she became very defensive and began yelling at us to read the brochure. She was extremely rude, and was in need of getting her eyebrows done. Yikes. We decided to all leave since the baths would be no fun without him, but while we were leaving she threatened to charge us even though we didn't do the baths! It was disgusting. Overall, I would stray away from this location if you are ever in Seville because the staff is the rudest I have ever encountered and your money can undoubtably go to better use. read more
11 years ago
Wow, what an experience. Feels like a genuine hammam, with the 'cavey' pools. The salt pool is the best. The roof top pool was also very nice but the day we went, it was just a bit too windy to make it comfortable (the pool was not that heated). The only thing was the massage. My husband and I just assumed that the massage therapists were female, but we got two big burly men as masseuses. That was kind of weird. Maybe it's the North American prudish-ness in me, but it was kind of weird taking off my top in front of this male masseuse (although I was kind of sheltered by a towel held up by said burly Spanish man). Also, you will be in a massage room with about 10-15 other people, so just be prepared. But besides that, a very unique Spanish experience of an Arabian-style hammam. Just try it, for the experience! read more
10 years ago
It was lovely and clean. Surreal experience. Staff not very friendly and was a bit awkward to go alone with so many couples.
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Calle Aire, 15
41004 Seville
Spain
San Bartolomé
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955 010 025
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http://www.airedesevilla.com/
Hours
What time does Aire Ancient Baths open?
Aire Ancient Baths opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.
What time does Aire Ancient Baths close?
Aire Ancient Baths closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Aire Ancient Baths closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.
Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Fri-Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
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Does Aire Ancient Baths take credit cards?
Yes, Aire Ancient Baths takes credit cards.
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Is Aire Ancient Baths by appointment only?
Yes, Aire Ancient Baths is by appointment only.
Outdoor Amenities
Does Aire Ancient Baths have bike parking?
No, Aire Ancient Baths does not have bike parking.
Does Aire Ancient Baths have parking?
Yes, Aire Ancient Baths has parking options. Street Parking
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Yes, Aire Ancient Baths has free WiFi.
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Specialties
El recorrido se presenta varias salas dispuestas en grandes estancias de luz tenue, azulejos árabes y lámparas de bronces. La experiencia comienza en las termas de contraste, templada a 36º (Tempidarium), caliente a 40º (Caldarium) y fría a 16º (Frigidarium). Continúa en la sala de relajación, donde se puede descansar sobre mármol caliente y tomar té. Sigue en sala Mil Chorros y Hammam, que envuelve de aroma fresco nuestras sensaciones. El recorrido lo completa el baño salado o Flotarium, donde la sensación de relax es completa. El olor a incienso y esencias naturales nos acompañan para hacer de la experiencia algo inolvidable. La oferta de Aire de Sevilla se sustenta en la tradición árabe de los baños y la relajación a través del agua. Los efectos terapéuticos de los baños mejoran el bienestar del cuerpo y la menta. Existe mucha flexibilidad para reservar. El interés por la relajación y el agrado a todos los visitantes es pleno.
History
Established in 2010.
De alguna forma, ciertos momentos y sensaciones de nuestro pasado nos han estado esperando, refugiados en estrechas y sublimes calles del corazón de Sevilla, y ahora, en pleno Barrio de Santa Cruz, renace un auténtico santuario de relajación sobre un antiguo bañuelo, y vestigios romanos. En el siglo XVI un Virrey de las Indias construyó una casa palacio, 1200 metros de memoria restaurada. Aire de Sevilla un refugio que bebe de la historia de los antepasados que hicieron del baño público un arte para los sentidos. Un lugar llamado a ser testigo arquitectónico del paso de cada cultura que se ha detenido a conservar bóvedas, artesonados mudéjares, lacerías y alfarjes, sillerías romanas... Rincones que son vivas huellas de la historia y que el tiempo ha querido guardar en secreto. En el siglo XVII desapareció el último baño árabe de Sevilla...lo echábamos de menos, Aire de Sevilla lo ha recuperado para ti.
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“Then went down to the area where there is hot pools, a steam room and a salt bath.”
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14 years ago
No sé por qué criticais tanto los masajes, son masajes relajantes no masajes de fisioterapeutas, yo he ido esta tarde y me ha encantado, son muy correctos, me han atendido estupendamente,ni una mala cara,ni un gesto malo, el agua limpia, música relajante y los masajes han estado bien ya que vuelvo a repetir, son para relajar, si alguien quiere un masaje profesional que vaya a un fisioterapeuta, si lo que buscas es relajarte y desconectar recomiendo este sitio totalmente. read more
13 years ago
Oigo este nombre y ya me relajo. Para ir con amig@s o en pareja, un lugar para descansar y experimentar el placer del agua. Muy bien cuidado. Recomiendo un masaje de cuerpo entero relajante, no hay más que decir que hace honor a su nombre: te deja como nueva. read more
12 years ago
Me habían hablado muy bien de estos baños árabes y la verdad es que no se equivocaban, me gustaron bastante. El ambiente tranquilo y perfecto para relajarse, lo único malo es el acceso, pero vale la pena por el lugar encantador en el que está situado. read more
9 years ago
A+. Salt baths off the chart. Treated wife and daughters.








































