Çukurcuma Hamamı 1831 - Boutique Hammam for Couples
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As one of the city’s few coed hammams, it welcomes couples and friends to share this authentic journey together, combining tradition, tranquility, and refined comfort in an elegant, historical setting. Experience a timeless Ottoman ritual in a beautifully restored 19th-century Turkish bath, located in the heart of Istanbul. Your ritual begins with 10 minutes of gentle sweating beside your private kurna (marble basin), preparing your body for deep cleansing. Then, enjoy a 40-minute traditional hammam experience, including body scrubbing, purifying hand and foot peeling, and a relaxing foam massage on the heated Göbektaşı. Afterwards, unwind with a 40-minute full-body massage in a private room, using organic oils to relieve tension and restore balance. Conclude your ritual in our beautifully restored Camekanlık lounge, where you'll be served herbal tea, detox water, and dried fruits, a refined Ottoman-inspired finale to a truly memorable experience.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We cannot offer our services for children between 0-12 ages.
- We cannot offer our hammam and massage services to our pregnant guests.
- Please note that our hammam is mixed-gender, offering a shared experience for couples and friends in a tranquil atmosphere.
Reviews(94)
Amazing experience. Very clean and super well executed. Would definitely come again
Dear ivosM7394FJ, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and appreciated our cleanliness and quality. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, Çukurcuma Hamam Team
My mom and I absolutely loved this place. From the moment we walked through the door, we were greeted with such a warm welcome and made to feel completely at home. Every member of the staff was friendly, professional, and genuinely cared about making our visit special. A special thank you to Erkul, whose hospitality and kindness were outstanding. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. We also want to give a huge thank you to Lora and Serda, who gave us the most amazing hammam experience. They took such great care of us we didn’t have to lift a finger! Their skill, attention to detail, and calming nature made the entire experience so relaxing and luxurious. We left feeling completely refreshed, rejuvenated, and honestly, we didn’t want to leave! If you’re looking for an authentic Turkish hammam with exceptional service, this is the place to go. We can’t wait to come back!
Dear Sorena , Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you and your mother had such an enjoyable experience with us. A special thank you for your kind words about Erkul. It is always rewarding to know that genuine hospitality has made a lasting impression, and your recognition is truly appreciated. We are also delighted that Lora and Serda made your hammam experience so relaxing and memorable. We will be sure to share your lovely compliments with them. Your comment about not wanting to leave genuinely made us smile. Thank you for choosing Çukurcuma Hammamı 1831, and we look forward to welcoming you both back on your next visit to Istanbul. Best regards, Çukurcuma Hammamı 1831 Team
Amazing experience from the reception with Erkul that explained all the treatments to me and the hamman with the excelent terapist Ibrahim. I fully recommend the place!
Dear Nadia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and high recommendation! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing hammam experience with us. Erkul will be thrilled to know that his warm welcome and explanation set a great tone for your visit. We will also be sure to pass along your kind compliments to İbrahim for his excellent therapy. We hope to welcome you back to Istanbul and our hammam again soon! Best Regards, Çukurcuma Hammam Team
It was very nice experience a good body message and people are really friendly
Dear Owais, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a relaxing experience with our body massage and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. Our team always strives to make every visit special, and we truly look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best Regards, Çukurcuma Hamam Team
I had the most amazing experience there, my masseur Gül was so friendly and professional and made me feel very taken care of. I was a bit nervous because it was my first time experience but she definitely made me feel at home. Strongly recommended!! :)
Dear Maps13849919939, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We know how intimidating a first-time experience can be, so we are thrilled to hear that Gül made you feel right at home with her friendly and professional care. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her—she will be delighted! We hope to welcome you back again very soon! Best regards, Çukurcuma Hamam 1831 Team
We had a wonderful couples hammam experience and couldn’t be happier with our visit. The place was spotless, beautifully maintained, and the therapists were incredibly attentive and professional throughout. Sharing the experience as a couple made it even more special, and we loved spending time in the relaxation room afterwards. The location is also fantastic, right in the heart of beautiful Çukurcuma. A truly relaxing and memorable experience. We would happily return and highly recommend it.
Dear Mobile22562414811, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a relaxing and memorable experience together. It was a pleasure having you both, and we’re glad you enjoyed our spotless facilities, attentive therapists, and the peaceful relaxation room in the heart of Çukurcuma. We can’t wait to welcome you both back for another perfect visit! Best Regards, Çukurcuma Hamam Team
We had our first Turkish bath experience here and it was an incredible experience. After researching so many different places available in Istanbul, I chose this one. It was walking distance to our hotel and had really great reviews. It was honestly the highlight of our short time in Istanbul. Our check in was great with Doga, she was so sweet. My therapist was Tunga and she was wonderful. It was the most luxurious experience I have ever had. The hammam is beautiful and decorated in all white which felt very calming and relaxing. If you are searching for a place and don’t know which to choose, this hammam is what you are looking for.
Dear Jwgatorgirl, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review of your first Turkish bath experience with us. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that it was the highlight of your short time in Istanbul! It is fantastic to know that you found our all-white aesthetic calming and relaxing, and that Doga and Tunga provided you with a memorable and luxurious experience. We will be sure to share your kind words with them, as it will truly make their day. Thank you for highly recommending us to future visitors. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another relaxing escape on your next visit to Istanbul. Best regards, Çukurcuma Hamam 1831 Team
Beautiful surroundings. Outstanding staff and service.
Dear The A, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We are thrilled you had a great experience and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards, Çukurcuma hamamı 1831 Team
From the moment you walk in, it feels like stepping into another world — the décor alone is stunning, intricate tile work, and that calm, luxurious atmosphere that just melts the stress away before you even start your treatment. The staff made our whole experience! They were so warm, attentive, and clearly knew exactly what they were doing — we felt genuinely taken care of the entire time, never rushed, always comfortable. It's rare to find a place where the service feels this personal and thoughtful. We cannot speak for other local Turkish bathhouse but our experience here was more than we ever expected - it the very best way possible. The treatment itself was pure indulgence. We left feeling like a completely relaxed, refreshed, and honestly a little sad to leave. If you're even considering treating yourself, don't overthink it. This is one of those experiences you'll regret skipping
Dear Mittentravelors5, We are incredibly grateful for your wonderful and thoughtful feedback. It is an honor to hear that our atmosphere, staff, and treatments provided you with such a memorable and relaxing escape. We take great pride in our service and traditional ambiance, and knowing that we delivered more than you ever expected is the best reward we could ask for. Thank you for choosing us to treat yourself, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Best rgerads,Çukurcuma Hamam Team
Go now: book a ticket to Istanbul, make a reservation and go. Thank me later. Heritage hammam in a beautiful part of town. Staff were friendly, professional and kind. The facilities were spotlessly clean and modern but also capture the feeling of stepping back in time. Privately changing rooms with mixed gender spa and lounge facilities. We left feeling clean, relaxed and already planning our next trip.
Dear Glenn, Thank you for taking the time to share your beautiful experience. We are incredibly proud to blend our historical heritage with modern comfort, and it’s wonderful to hear our team made you feel so welcome. We look forward to being a part of your next Istanbul journey. Thank you again! Best regards, Çukurcuma Hamam Team
