Turkey’s Awarded Wellness and Spa Centers 2020

World Luxury Spa Awards, which have been held for the past ten years, have found new owners for the year 2020.These awards, which included 73 different categories, recognized the best 480 centers in the country this year. Turkey has 10 spa centers in the list.

Along with centers like Hagia Sophia Hurrem Sultan Hamam that take place in the list every year, luxurious wellness centers that are on the rise in Bodrum are among the spa centers that stand out this year. In this article we listed the best spa and wellness centers of 2020. 

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul on The Bosphorus, Istanbul

Four Seasons Bosphorus, offers a unique experience combining traditional and high-tech methods in the luxurious environment of The SPA. The traditional Turkish Hammam with 30-, 45- and 60-minute options invites its guests to refresh and rejuvenate. In addition to the hammam experience, “Four Hands” massage and three dimensional detox therapy are among the favorite treatments of the Four Seasons Hotel. In particular the three dimensional detox therapy that is beyond what we usually expect to see on a spa menu is developed for those who would like to protect their form. Drawing inspiration and source from the sun, the MLX I³Dome, by combining infrared technology with plasma and light, provides a triple effect detox care. Thanks to the infrared heat it strengthens the immune system and helps facilitate weight loss. 

Face and body treatments applied using products of the Biologique Recherche and Sodashi brands, spa journeys that create a deep relaxation stage, regional massages applied to feet and head areas, energy rejuvenating healing massage therapies are among the other therapies that you can find on the menu. 

Richmond Nua Wellness SPA, Sapanca  

Richmond Nua, integrated with the enchanting nature of Sapanca, has a wide array of pool areas designed in accordance with versatile functions. This arrangement includes areas such as salt jacuzzi, herbal dry sweating cabine, salt steam bath, ice cave, height moisture bath the “Osman Steam Bath” and heated stone bath resting rooms inspired from Roman bath culture designed with every possible fine detail. This destination spa, also offers services such as; massages, face and body treatments, hammam therapies, bath therapies, “Nua Fit & Slim” weight loss and tightening program, detox, yoga, personal training, dietary consultations, body shaping with Hypoxi, QEPR therapy for emotional problems and physical pain. This special ambiance includes a “Beauty Food” menu that consists of vital bar, natural drinks and nutrition options. In addition, a shop where care products such as Comfort Zone and Ligne St Barth care products also accompanies the ambiance. Richmond Nua also has package programs in which you can prioritize yourself in accordance with your needs and that gives inspiration to concepts such as short breaks, getting in shape, romance, mother-to-be and detox. 

Hagia Sophia Hurrem Sultan Hammam, Istanbul 

Hurrem Sultan Hammam located in between the Hagia Sophia Museum and the Blue Mosque was constructed by Mimar Sinan in the 16th century. This hammam that brings a breath of fresh air to the Turkish hammam architecture is divided into 3 sections which are coldness, warmness and hotness. VIP room, special room, 48 dressing rooms, the hairdresser, reception, massage rooms, terrace resting areas, vitamin bar and the boutique where special products specially produced for the Hagia Sophia Hurrem Sultan Hammam is located in the coldness area. Warmness area or in other words the area where rubbing service is realized after sweating in the hotness room is appropriate in order to remove the toxins from the body and is made out of iwans and private rooms. There is also a foam massage service in the hotness room where there are also Sultan iwans for the guests. When it comes to Bridal and Groom Hammams from the historical hammam rituals, there are services such as body scrub, foam application and a moisturizing body clay mask with Judas tree extract. In the case of a Groom Hammam, there is an aromatherapy massage applied using Judas tree extract in the Hunkar room after the body scrub and foam application. 

Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum 

Situated in Bodrum, Göltürkbükü, Mandarin Oriental, standing out in the luxurious hotel category in Turkey, is home to spa and wellness services blended with the Aegean concept. It has a rich spa menu that includes; various traditional hammam experiences, signature therapy rituals, calming and relaxing massage services, peeling and Wrap treatments, specially designed treatments for those who travel and for men, meditation sessions, yoga, Pilates and personal exercise programs. Mandarin Oriental Bodrum stands out with its pleasant, comprehensive and naturally beautiful construction. The SPA is one of the best spa areas in Turkey, with 6 different treatment rooms and 3 beautician rooms, open-air spa cabins with a sea view, a wide variety of warmth and water possibilities, saunas and steam rooms, a fully equipped gym, Kinesis fitness Wall, SUP and open-close swimming pools.

Pürovel SPA & Resort, Ankara 

Situated in Swissôtel Ankara, Pürovel Spa & Sport offers a spa experience that varies from an authentic Turkish hammam experience to signature massages, from skin and body care treatments to a fully equipped fitness saloon. In this facility built over a 3000 m² there are pampering and relaxing packages such as “The Dream of Pürovel” where options such as hammam, massage, sauna, steam room and pool are combined, “Power of Zeus” where massage, jacuzzi and pool therapies for couples are combined, “Sweet Heart” that includes skin and body care, jacuzzi and foot care, “The Beauty of Aphrodite” that includes feet care. Healthy snack plates and juices accompany these services.  

Nar SPA By The Ciel, Antalya 

Nar Spa, which is one of the favorite points of the Mediterranean region, is a different interpretation of the destination spa. An experienced team provides traditional Turkish hammam, Finnish bath, Russian saunas, exotic and oriental therapies, waterfall showers, bath rituals, heated indoor pool, and Kneipp pool services. Among the beauty and therapeutic services provided by Nar SPA in order to achieve mental, physical and spiritual balance are massage options such as Swedish, Hot Stone and Aromatherapy and skin tightening and cleansing face as well as body treatments. 

Aliva SPA, NG Afyon

Aliva Spa NG Afyon, that offers the healing waters of Afyon in the most healthy and natural way homes Thermal Wellness, Massages, Face and Body Treatments and Fitness categories. Relaxing, healing and calming beauty cures, create the foundation of the “Thermal Wellness” concept that is put forward by the facility. Massage therapies from different spa cultures applied by specialist therapists are divided into four categories such as Compressive, Far East, Ayurvedic and Aliva Touches. Candle massage, sign massage, baby massage, and poppy massage are some of the options in the facility's signature treatment, the Aliva Touches, which bring an innovative perspective to the spa experience.Including therapies such as Japanese Hanakasumi peeling and massage ritual, mud and seaweed therapies, hydrotherapies, and foot ceremonies, Aliva Spa is accepted as one of the hidden paradises in Afyon. 

Aliva SPA – NG Sapanca

Aliva Spa in NG Sapanca, offers spa therapies and healthy living dynamics as a whole to its customers by including all therapies that are provided outside of the “Thermal Wellbeing” department in the Afyon facility. It stands out as an experience that is hand in hand with nature for those who would like to rest and rejuvenate themselves. Situated in the most beautiful location of Sapanca, owns precious areas namely; 8 pools, 3 indoor and 5 outdoor, that can be classified as quiet and heat regulated, a Turkish Hammam, Rassul cabin, bio sauna, aromatherapy - chromotherapy steam room, snow fountain, tepidarium resting room and Finnish sauna. There are spa package treatments that can be arranged for different time frames and contents in accordance with the needs of the individual such as detox, Far East breezes, seasonal improvements, winter warmth, form, surprise effect, introduction and a little break concept. In addition, there are different physical activity possibilities that invite the mind into calmness with workshops such as healthy nutrition menu, yoga, meditation, breathing exercises and mindfulness. There are also other wellness package programs that are also available in the healthy aging and family size categories.  

The SPA at The Bodrum Edition by SPA Soul, Bodrum

The Spa at The Bodrum Edition, situated in Yalıkavak and operated by SPA Soul aims at offering a world standard spa experience to its guests with its Turkish Hammam, Himalayan salt room, sauna, steam room, infinity pool, vitamin var and 8 peaceful treatment rooms. 

The center has an efficient spa menu that combines Swedish, Bali, Deep Tissue, Ayurvedic, Lomi Lomi, Hot Stone, Mineral Stones and regional massages focused on head, neck, back and shoulders, Turkish Hammam and Persian Hammam applications, body peeling rituals realized using Charme D’Orient brand’s products, high tech face and body cares realized using Aromatherapy Associates and Charme D’Orient brand. Their specially designed skin treatments for future mothers and men is also attracting attention. In addition you can recieve a hand or foot massage for 15 minutes at the poolside and at the beach. The Turkish Hammam situated in the facility greets its guests with a minimalized version of the Turkish bath rituals. The hotel, which draws inspiration from earth and water, is very appealing to those looking for a sophisticated spa experience. 

Sianji Life SPA, Bodrum 

Sianji Well-Being Resort, which is located at Turgutreis, includes services such as; physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises, master detox, raw food detox, anti-aging diet nutrition programs which are determined according to the results of measurement and analysis, spa treatments, spa treatment options with high mineral waters. All these services that are provided in light of all the beauties of the Aegean Sea helps our mind, body and spirit to be in harmony. While spa areas include balneotherapy applications, thalasso and thermal pools that strengthen our immune system and cure our tissues, the menu also includes massages, clinical applications, bath experiences, mind and soul therapies aimed at bringing harmony and balance to the individual. All these services are accompanied with activities such as yoga and meditation that bring peace to your mind. 

Spa treatments aim to make you achieve spiritual calmness and physical relaxation. You too can experience the treatments and therapies offered from these award-winning and wellness centers to feel much better and cleansed. 

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