I didn't have a Hammam scheduled but it was available and really close to the hotel, it's cultural,…read moreit was a long day of...you know what? I don't need an excuse to have a spa day on a nice vacation. It wasn't on my 'to-do' list so I didn't do a lot of research. I was expecting a more communal style affair-my only point of reference was a Korean style sauna since I got walked into a communal area where people were just chilling out. After being walked upstairs and into a changing room. The next room was a large steam room, but not oppressively humid, probably because it was surprisingly high ceilinged and laid down on a marble bench, another surprise, it was way more comfortable than it sounds. I lost all sense of time. The hammam was like a cross between a scrub, a wash and a massage. I never saw why Turkish towels were 'a thing,' but after this I was surprised at how absorbent and supple it was. After getting all the travel stress out of my system THAT was when I was given a robe and then taken up front to that cavernous common area with a nice cup of hibiscus tea.

I highly recommend this hamam. I was able to book a reservation using WhatsApp while in Istanbul…read moreand communicating directly with the hamam. This is a nice touch since I'm using my US cell phone. The hamam itself is immaculate. I booked a session for me and my 2 daughters. We were given 2 changing rooms. Each room has a dyson hair dryer and q-tips etc. to use after your Turkish bath. Each room locks automatically and you are given a bracelet which unlocks the door. Very convenient and secure. The hamam experience is comparable to other experiences I've had - very good! I do like that for the bubble/massage portion, you are laying down on the marble. I've been to another hamam where they do this part while you're sitting. Here, my girl did a great job to get the knots out of my back. The experience is so relaxing and calming. You can take your time and chill in the relaxation room after your Turkish bath. With this hamam being co-ed/couples, you can bring your own 2 piece bikini which is convenient and comfortable. I've been to non-coed hamams where you eventually end up taking your bikini top off, but not here. It's really no biggie but just wanted to mention the differences. This is a great hamam for first timers or seasoned hamam goers. This is a great part of the Ottoman/Turkish culture to experience.

A journey into the past was a wonderful experience. I definitely recommend it. A trustworthy…read morebusiness.

I don't think it would be wrong to call this the most exotic hamam in Istanbul. I'd rate the staff…read moreand service 11 out of 10. I felt like I was experiencing the old Ottoman era. It's right in the heart of Taksim. Mr. Hüseyin was also very attentive and helpful. I thank everyone.

This is actually my 3rd time at Cemberlitas. I came for the first time in 2007 and had zero idea…read morewhat a Turkish bath was. The lady shoved the exfoliating glove in my face to show me how much dead skin she was taking off. Thanks lady! I came back again in 2009, and finally this week. This trip was my favorite because I had the whole place to myself. It was very relaxing and peaceful. Basically you change in the locker room, head to the hamam, let yourself get all sweaty and sticky, before a Turkish woman who speaks no English scrubs you and lathers you and pours water on you. It's quite the experience, and you are basically naked so it's not for the shy people! Definitely try and visit a Turkish bath when you are in Istanbul. It's a great experience. Cemberlitas is one of the oldest, if not the oldest hamam in instanbul, and it's super close to the main tourist attractions.

I'm not that into the Turkish steam bath massage thing, but this is a smaller historic one and…read moreworth a drop in. Apparently sometimes the steam part isn't working, but they won't tell you until you've got your clothes off. It's in a great location, the building is truly ancient, you'll pass by it a number of times while seeing nearby sights. I think maybe this is a good idea for the day after arriving, if like me you have to travel economy class.

Very beautiful and historic place. World class service. Our party got the Cagaloglu package and…read moreleft feeling relaxed and pampered.

Absolutely stunning 5 star experience. This is the Hamam to try in Istanbul. The service I…read morerequested was the Ottoman Luxury Experience, and it was well worth the price. My attendant Yaya was incredible, welcoming, friendly, professional and skilled. The vibe was quiet, calming and invigorating.

While in Istanbul all I heard about is Turkish baths. So of course,we had to try it…read more This place has been here since 1481 so it's basically a piece of history now. Don't imagine how many naked men have been cleaned here. But they know what they are doing. First you're sent off to a private room to change and put on a thin towel. You are then walked to a huge marble domed room that's at least 105 degrees and extremely humid. Sit on a huge marble platform for 20 minutes to sweat and prepare your body to be scrubbed. Get a quick massage from a burly Turkish man. Then he soaps you up. Walked to a marble basin under a water tapped and rinsed off. Then the scrubbing begins. Dead skin is scrubbed off with a bath glove. Finally you take a cold shower. It sounds weird and not for the shy but you leave feeling amazing and my skin has not felt this smooth since I was a baby. Totally recommend this place if you visit Istanbul.

I had a wonderful time here. The Hamam looked very clean and a very relaxing experience. You run…read moreinto these tours in istanbul that charge you almost an arm and a leg to take you to the Hamam and then you gotta pay extra for other service while you can just walk in here and have the Hamam experience of your lifetime!

Do NOT pass up this opportunity! This was the HIGHLIGHT of our trip, and trust me our trip was…read moregreat. We were there for about 2.5 hours and were able to go in the pools, saunas, snow rooms, steak rooms, showers, etc and all we booked was the $45 scrub massage. The scrub massage was other worldly, I think about it everyday.

My wife and I have been to many spas across the globe. We thoroughly enjoyed this experience. We…read morewere greeted by the friendly staff who were very kind and honest. We were treated to a wonderful bath experience followed by a scrub. We were rejuvenated yet relaxed and felt 5 lbs lighter afterwards. The couples massage was in a private room for the two of us side by side. Prices were very reasonable and half of what we would have paid at our fancy hotel. This felt like an authentic experience managed by locals trying to make a hard earned living. We would return for sure and can highly recommend. This place has been around for centuries and they know what they are doing.

We are a couple visiting Istanbul from New York. We brought our great expectations to this…read morewonderful city. However our dream shattered by this crocked Turkish bath place. We walked in ask for couple's package they said they can put us together the whole session that includes couple Sunna, soap scrubber and 20 minuets massage. After all none of these promises were committed, they separated us, my wife only got her 10 minuets lousy massage and there is no resting place to relax after the bath or we can be together at all. We felt we have been mistreated. Just we wanna say again: don't go there. If you were asked to pay up front, JUST don't do it!

The bathhouse is absolutely gorgeous and breathtaking. The customer service is excellent and so are…read morethe goodies that come with the larger package. It is quite pricy but worth treating yourself to this experience. I had the full 2 hour hammam experience and came out of the service feeling brand new. Buket performed one of the best exfoliations I've ever had. Although this spa is very pricy, it is worth the splurge for the once in a lifetime experience.

This was by far my favorite activity I did while I was in Istanbul. I went for the full Ab-i Hayat…read morepackage, but they were doing a special of 10% off appts before 1:00 pm so it ended up being $315 dollars. My partner in the process was Selda and she was AMAZING!!! Honestly she made the entire experience. She was respectful but funny and really helped me feel confident and lose my nervousness since it was my first time and I had no idea what to expect. They also gave me a full bar of their soap plus a Turkish towel in a cute bag. After the "wet" portion of the experience, before the oil massage upstairs, I sat in a nice little relaxing area and was brought some sherbet tea, water, and Turkish delight while I rested. Services i got: - Traditional full body scrubbing in the warmest quarter. - Organic Lavender Extract and Sea Salt Refreshing hand and foot peeling. - full body clay mask. - Relaxing bubble wash ritual on the warm marble stone. - Hair wash ritual with redbud scented shampoo. - Aromatherapy Massage with redbud scented oil in the private massage room. - Fresh and dried fruits to finish off the experience. Overall the entire experience took about 2.5 hours and left me feeling so refreshed.