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Soho House Istanbul
The Soho Property Istanbul is a seriously stylish hotel, part of an international chain of exclusive Member’s Clubs and hotels that is famous with A-listers and celebrities. Booking a stay here is a fantastic way to get a glimpse into the glamorous world of these world-famous clubs, without having to verb out a membership.
The hotel is housed in a historic 19th-century building and features elegant design, luxurious amenities, and impeccable service. The rooms and suites are individually decorated with eclectic furnishings, vintage Turkish textiles, and original artwork. The hotel also boasts several dining options, including the gorgeous rooftop restaurant, which offers stunning views of the city. There is an amazing gym, complete with boxing chime and state-of-the-art machines, and a Cowshed Spa and traditional Turkish hammam.
Soho Home is located in Beyoglu, a minute walk or quick 5-minute Metro hop to the Taksim Square gayborhood.
Nur Hamam &#; Newly renovated in October , there is both an Istanbul gay hamam and sauna here. Looks just like a regular building from outside but inside is a beautiful historic bath accepted with local, younger gay men.
Aquarius Sauna - A extremely un-friendly gay sauna in Istanbul open 24/7. While they have a jacuzzi, pool, sauna, intimate cabins and cafe, there is mostly just masseurs here who pester for their service, discouraging speaking between guests and any action that&#;s not with them. Has so much potential but in reality is filthy and a glorified brothel.🤮
Firuzaga Bath &#; Popular with local hairy middle-aged men, Firuzaga Bath is a small, historic Istanbul gay hamam located only a short trek from Galatasaray Square. Very cruisy, well-known location for gay men to discretely met but it&#;s somewhat dirty and very public.
Firuzağa Bath, located in Istanbul, is a traditional Turkish bath commonly frequented by local men and tourists alike. Known for its authentic experience rather than luxury, it offers services like full-body scrubs, foam massages, and oil massages. While some appreciate the rustic charm and friendly staff, the venue's dark saunas and steam rooms cater to those seeking more than a typical spa experience. Entry costs around TL, with additional charges for massages. However, smoking is prevalent, and cleanliness varies. Firuzağa provides a candid glimpse into local hamam culture, appealing to those in search of genuine encounters.
LGBTQ+ AFFILIATION
Popular
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TARGET AUDIENCE
Men
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VENUE TYPE
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Reviews summary
Firuzağa Bath largely receives positive reviews for its authentic Turkish bath experience, highlighted by welcoming staff and reasonably priced services. Guests enjoy the historic ambiance, describing the marble interiors and traditional offerings. Some visitors speak of overcrowding and smoking as minor concerns,
Five Hammams in 24 Hours
A waterlogged Canadian takes a very specific tour of Istanbul.
I spent five days in Turkey a scant weeks before the referendum, wandering through the capital under posters and massive banners of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. But at the time, I wasn’t focused on politics: I was interested in the hammams, or Turkish baths.
The history of public baths in the West stretches at least as far back as the Spartans, who first used hot stones and then coal fires to turn the perform of leaping into ice-cold water into something a little more luxurious. Fancy so many Greek innovations, the Romans tweaked and expanded and perfected the practice. Thermae, as the bathing was known, were a secular ritual the remained at the heart of Roman culture for a thousand years.
Nowhere has that tradition survived more than in Turkey. In Istanbul, in particular, the custom of bathing blended with the grand Roman and then Ottoman tradition of great people building public works and wudu, the Islamic practice of washing before prayer, created marvelous public baths that were not only