Everything You Need to Know About Hammam
The hammam, also known as a Turkish or Oriental bath, is a centuries-old wellness ritual that combines heat, steam, cleansing, and relaxation. More than just a spa treatment, the hammam is a deeply rooted cultural tradition designed to purify the body, calm the mind, and restore balance.
After a hammam, you will feel completely relaxed and refreshed. There is no better investment in your well-being than spending time in a hammam.
Whether you are experiencing it for the first time or returning for its many benefits, here is everything you need to know about the hammam.
What Does a Hammam Service Look Like?
A typical hammam session follows several carefully designed steps:
Warm Steam Relaxation
You begin by spending time in a warm, steamy room. The heat opens your pores, softens the skin, and prepares your body for deep cleansing. At Sultan Spa, we provide full privacy to every client, and you do not share the steam room or any hammam facilities with other guests.
At Sultan Spa, there is also a dry sauna and a jacuzzi where guests can enjoy private sessions (hijab-friendly).
Black Soap (beldi) Application
A natural argan-oil-based black soap is applied to the skin (Diamond Package). This soap helps loosen dead skin cells and impurities. This soap is made of black olives and argan oil and it is typical for a Maroccan hammam protocol.
Exfoliation (Kessa Glove Scrub)
Using a traditional exfoliating glove, the therapist gently removes dead skin, leaving your skin smooth and refreshed. During this process, you lie on a heated stone and enjoy the feeling of warm water being poured over your body, along with the silkiness of a foam cloud created by the therapist in a very choreographed manner.
Rinsing and Cleansing
The body is rinsed with warm water to remove impurities and soap residue.
Optional Add-Ons
Our hammam rituals at Sultan Spa include a foam massage, a micronized sea algae body mask, or nourishing oils for extra hydration and relaxation. For example, during the Diamond Package, the therapist will apply a special scrub called “Diamond,” made from organic coconut oil and rice powder. This scrub is enriched with essential lavender oil, which helps calm the nervous system.
Therapists at Sultan Spa
Therapists at Sultan Spa are professionally trained and are certified physiotherapists.
Clients can choose a female or male therapist according to their personal preference.
Benefits of Hammam
A hammam offers both physical and mental benefits:
What Should You Wear and Bring to a Hammam?
Sultan Spa guests are provided with:
Due to our green policy, Sultan Spa offers bathrobes on a rental basis at the reception.
Private lockers are available next to the changing rooms, where you can safely leave your belongings before enjoying your hammam experience.
Enjoy a Body Massage After Your Hammam
At Sultan Spa, there is a carefully curated selection of massage oils. The philosophy behind Sultan Spa is to promote organic products, so after your hammam scrub, treat yourself to an organic coconut oil massage or a honey oil massage.
Sultan Spa offers a variety of packages that allow you to combine a hammam scrub with a massage or other exclusive spa facilities.
