Avanos · Cappadocia · Since 1202

Cappadocia's Largest Historic Turkish Bath

An Avanos hammam from 1202, restored in 2024, with two heated 15 m² marble platforms (göbek taşı) and rituals from €60.

  • 4.8 · nearly 900 Google reviews
  • Built 1202 · restored 2024
  • Free hotel transfer
  • Open daily 09:00–23:00
Sunlight entering the historic hot room at Alaaddin Hamam in Avanos, Cappadocia

The historic hot room

Choose your ritual

Prices per person · free hotel transfer · pay at the hammam

Traditional water rinse during the Pir-u Pak hammam ritual

Basic

Pir-u Pak Package

€60 per person50 min

Pure & Clean · The essence of the traditional Turkish bath.

Complimentary hotel pickup and return anywhere in Cappadocia (for 2 or more guests).

Package contents

Hot Room Rest
Use of hammam, sauna and steam room (unlimited time).

20 min. Full Body Scrub — Peeling
Disposable exfoliating mitt.

20 min. Traditional Foam Wash
Soft soap bubbles.

Face Mask
Cappadocia clay — a clean, fresh feel.

Refreshments
Hot & cold drinks service.

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Traditional foam massage during the Keyf-i Hammam ritual

Premium

Keyf-i Hammam Package

€80 per person60 min

Pleasure of the Bath · Comfortable Relaxation

Package contents

Everything in BASIC plus:

Free Transfer
Round trip across Cappadocia.

Body Care
Mango-scented & sea salt — can leave skin feeling smooth & refreshed.

20 min. Traditional Foam Massage
Hair wash + hand & foot massage.

Face Mask
Natural seaweed — mineral-rich.

Refreshments
Drinks & fresh cookies.

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Extended foam ritual during the Sultan hammam package

Luxury

Sultan Package

€100 per person70 min

The Sultan's Choice · The Royal Ritual, in Full

Package contents

Everything in PREMIUM plus:

VIP Sultan Suite
A separate private bathing room for you or you and your partner.

Body Care
Turkish coffee body mask — for a firm, revived feel.

30 min. Extended Foam Massage
Deep scalp massage and hand & foot care.

Gold Face Mask
24-karat gold dust — for a radiant look.

The Sultan’s Treat Platter
Fruits, Turkish coffee, palace delight & snacks.

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All prices are in euro (EUR), all taxes included.

Free hotel pickup and return

It comes with every hammam package, from anywhere in Cappadocia: Göreme, Uçhisar, Çavuşin, Nevşehir and beyond.

Hotel pickup

Hammam

Hotel return

Pir-u Pak: for 2 or more guests. Share your hotel name when you book.

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Staying in Göreme or Uçhisar? We'll pick you up.

Alaaddin Hamam is in Avanos, 15 minutes by car from Göreme; most places in Cappadocia are 10–15 minutes from the hammam. Free hotel pickup and return from Göreme and Uçhisar comes with every hammam package (Pir-u Pak: for 2 or more guests). Add your hotel name to your WhatsApp booking. We collect you, bring you to the hammam in Avanos and drive you back after the ritual, which makes for an easy evening after a day in the valleys.

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Guest reviews

Their Cappadocia experience. In their own words.

★★★★★

“We are visiting from the United States and decided to experience a Turkish bath very last minute. This place was so kind and accommodating!”

Grace Hunter

Google review

★★★★★

“Absolutely loved this hamam experience! All the staff were very professional, the hamam itself was very clean and beautiful. The service was great…”

R Britten

Google review

★★★★★

“As a tourist, my friend and I wanted to experience a Hamam. The explanations about the offered treatments were so helpful. I can't recommend this enough.”

crmmj11

Google review

★★★★★

“This place is clean, comfy, and I feel a real spa in this place. Also, the staff very concern about our privacy, since we are hijabis.”

MinNir

Google review

★★★★★

“Absolutely incredible and so relaxing! If you are looking for the ultimate relaxation experience, this Turkish bath is a must-try. From the moment you walk in…”

Muhammad Ali Sethi

Google review

Good to know

Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring anything?

We provide a pestemal, towel, bathrobe, slippers and care essentials. Bring swimwear if you prefer.

Is Alaaddin Hamam good for families and groups?

Yes. The double hammam welcomes up to 35 guests at the same time, with 8 private rooms, two heated marble platforms (göbek taşı), 15 m² each, a steam room and a dry sauna. Children under 16 with a parent receive a 50% discount on all services.

Is a private hammam available?

The Sultan package includes a private suite. If you let us know when you book, we can prepare a private area for women.

Can I choose a female or male therapist?

Yes — choose a female or male therapist; simply tell us your preference when you book.

What are your opening hours?

Open every day 09:00–23:00 · we welcome our last guests at 23:00.

How old is Alaaddin Hamam?

Built in 1202 to support Avanos's Alaaddin Mosque, this 800-year-old historic Turkish hammam was restored in 1726 and faithfully restored again in 2024.

Do you pick up from hotels in Göreme and Uçhisar?

Yes. Free hotel pickup and return is included with every hammam package. For the Pir-u Pak package, it applies to 2 or more guests.

Do I need to pay in advance?

Reserve by WhatsApp — pay at the hammam. After our team confirms your visit, you pay at reception in cash or by card, in EUR, TRY, USD or GBP.

About the bathhouse

Built in 1202 to support Avanos's Alaaddin Mosque, this 800-year-old historic Turkish hammam was restored in 1726 and faithfully restored again in 2024.

History
Built 1202 · restored 1726 and 2024
Capacity
Maximum 35 guests
Private rooms
8 rooms
Historic domes
14 domes
Heated marble platforms
Two göbek taşı, 15 m² each
Bathing facilities
Steam room and dry sauna
Opening hours
Every day, 09:00–23:00 · last guests welcomed at 23:00
Children
Under 16 with a parent · 50% discount
Entrance
4–5 steps; our team can help plan your visit
Parking
Free parking at the hammam

Planning a private visit for two? Take a look at our sister boutique hammam, Ürgüp Hamam.

Massage treatments · from €50

Choose a short, focused treatment or a full body massage. Treatments are priced separately from hammam packages.

  • Local Massage

    30 min · €50

    A focused treatment for the back, neck and shoulders.

  • Foot Massage & Reflexology

    30 min · €50

    Focused pressure along the soles, arches and ankles, on the points that carry a full day of walking through the valleys.

  • Head & Scalp Massage

    30 min · €50

    Slow pressure across the scalp, the temples and the base of the neck, with gentle work along the hairline.

  • Swedish Massage

    60 min · €70

    A classic full body massage with long, smooth strokes, kneading and gentle circular movements.

  • Aromatherapy Massage

    60 min · €70

    A gentle full body massage with natural essential oils.

  • Traditional Balinese Massage

    60 min · €80

    A firmer treatment built on stretching, pressure points and rhythmic kneading.

  • Hot Stone Massage

    60 min · €80

    Heated volcanic stones, a nod to the Cappadocia landscape outside, give a deep, even warmth that may help soften muscle tension.

  • Deep Tissue Massage

    60 min · €90

    Slow, firm movements target deeper muscle and tissue layers, with special attention to stubborn tension in the back, neck and legs.

  • Oriental Mix Massage

    60 min · €90

    Our signature massage.

  • Lymphatic Drainage Massage

    60 min · €90

    A slow, rhythmic technique of light, repeated strokes that follow the body's own drainage pathways.

  • Oriental Mix Massage · Long Ritual

    90 min · €130

    The long version of our East-meets-West signature treatment.

  • Sultan Massage · Four Hands

    60 min · €140

    Two certified therapists work in synchronised movements on both sides of the body, for one guest, in an enveloping four-hand rhythm.

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Meet your hammam team
Professional hammam therapists at Alaaddin Hamam

The Alaaddin team

Real people, personal care

Meet your hammam team.

From the first welcome to the last cup of tea, our team explains each step and checks your preferences with you.

  • Clear guidance before the ritual
  • You choose the gender of your therapist when you book
  • Couples and first-time guests welcome
  • Direct reservation with the hammam
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Orta Mahallesi, 207. Sokak No: 6, Avanos

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