Turkish Hamam

Ultimate relaxation at affordable prices

Noteworthy for: Opt for the sabunlama/kese treatment, you'll be as smooth as a baby afterwards.
Word to the wise: At Sultan Hamam, men are only permitted on Sundays and Mondays, and women from Tuesday to Sunday.

With over 200,000 Turks in Berlin, it's not surprising that going to the Hamam is a common pastime here. Most Turkish baths are located in Kreuzberg – the city's "little Istanbul". The Sultan Hamam caters for both sexes, and offers the traditional bath, numerous spa treatments and massages.
The Hamam für Frauen is a women-only establishment housed in a former chocolate factory, with a courtyard and two floors of treatment rooms. Customers can get a 'kese' (traditional Turkish body-peel) as well as facials, pedicures and massages. Various packages are available at both hamams, which can save you a lot of money – ask when booking.

For the full works, allow at least three hours, not including extra treatments. The process is intense and controlled, and so must be done properly to reap all the benefits.