Raffles Spa at Raffles Istanbul
Offering impeccable style and high-quality services, Raffles Spa at Raffles Istanbul amazes with its immense size — the facility spans 32,000 square feet spread over an entire floor of the hotel dedicated to pampering.
The generous use of space combined with carefully chosen artworks and ornate decorative elements elevate the sense of luxuriousness. The lobby, for example, boasts a sky-high ceiling with swirling glass mobiles hanging from above that are supposed to remind you of flowing water.
Once you step through the doors, you’ll want to while away the day at the spa oasis, unwinding and savoring the serenity that contrasts the world of business, commerce and shopping just outside.
- The
use of light makes a difference throughout the Istanbul spa. Most of the areas let
in natural light that gives the facility a garden-like airy feeling, while the
private treatment rooms have a candle-lit coziness that radiate warmth and
relaxation.
- The
daylight-flooded indoor pool is exceptionally Instagram-worthy thanks to the
ornate glass hangings that resemble floating jellyfish. They twinkle at sunset,
creating a spectacle of light reminiscent of the sea sparkles of the Bosphorus.
- The
Turkish hammam is a unique feature worth experiencing, and this luxury spa
boasts three of them. There is nothing like laying on the heated marble
platform and enjoying a foamy body scrub.
- Unique Turkish towels are specially woven for Raffles at
Denizli, an inland South Aegean town famous for the quality of its textiles.
- A staff of highly experienced international therapists brings
a wealth of wellness knowledge from its native countries (including Turkey,
Indonesia and the Philippines) to enhance your treatments.
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Bridal and groom hammams are popular traditional rituals in Turkey, almost a social event for new couples and their friends to celebrate the upcoming wedding.The facilities here include a luxurious treatment room for two, an ice fountain, a Turkish hammam, showers and a private lounge for relaxing and enjoying local delicacies and live entertainment that’s generally been prearranged by guests.
- The
facility has two hair salons, one for ladies and the other for men, both run by
Sabit Akkaya, a famous hairdresser in Istanbul reputed to work with local
celebrities, models and fashion designers.
- Raffles Spa uses two luxurious skincare lines in its treatments: U.K.-based The Organic Pharmacy and Gazelli, which features the world-famous white oil of Azerbaijan. You can find products from both brands for sale in the spa boutique.
- The
Raffles Istanbul Signature Massage provides three massage oil options, allowing
you to customize your treatment. The Ottoman oil is invigorating and
stimulating, just right for a true Turkish experience.
- Twosomes
should opt for the Couples Romance, which takes place in a private suite. After
side-by-side massages, soak in your own Jacuzzi.
- To
try out a hammam, book the Aegean Purity treatment. Rest on the heated marble
slab for a cleansing and an exfoliating body scrub. An ice massage cools you
down.
- There
are nine private treatment rooms, including two couple’s suites, one of which
has its own Turkish hammam, the other has its own Jacuzzi.
- While
the treatment rooms are kept dim and cozy, some also have access to the outdoors,
allowing you to take a breath of fresh air and relax in front of your room
after your massage.
- The
ice fountains are a great way to cool down after a stint in the hot sauna or
steam room.
- Grab
a workout in the well-equipped fitness center or head to the separate studio
for a yoga or Pilates session. Sun-drenched vinyasas can be enjoyed on the grassy
terrace as well.
- The shower
experience is a fun amenity. Choose from four different water settings that
come complete with sounds, smells and lights to transport you from a tropical
mist to a raging storm.
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