Turkish Hammam
A modern Turkish bath in Brooklyn — Carrara marble, a glowing belly stone, and steam, sound and light woven together.
The Room
The word hammam means simply “bathhouse” — a tradition the Romans introduced and the Turks made their own, turning the bath into a ritual of cleansing for body and soul. World Spa’s Turkish Hammam is a modern take on that original, finished in beautiful Carrara Blanco marble and traditional Turkish tiles.
At its heart is the belly stone — traditionally the place for scrubs and treatments. Ours is crowned by a large, magical sphere that releases steam, sound, aroma and colored light therapy (chromatherapy) all at once. Bask in authentic Turkish music and the gentle, energy-rebalancing glow.
At 85–125°F and around 80% humidity, the heat is gentler than our saunas and banyas — built as much for socializing and relaxation as for the cleanse.
A belly stone that breathes steam, sound, aroma and light — the hammam, reimagined.
The Details
- Temperature: 85–125°F
- Humidity: ~80%
- Material: Carrara Blanco marble & Turkish tiles; central belly stone with a steam/aroma/chromatherapy sphere
- Best for: Cleansing, relaxation, scrubs & treatments
- Access: Included with any World Spa day pass
- Location: 1571 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230
How to Use the Turkish Hammam
Cooler than our saunas and banyas, enjoyed the same way — settle into the steam, then follow with a shower and an even cooler treatment like a cold plunge or the snow room. The belly stone is the traditional spot for a scrub.
Why Guests Return
- Muscle & joint relief — eases aches, tension and pain.
- Circulation — warm steam gets the blood moving.
- Immune support — a natural boost.
- Recovery — quicker muscle recovery.
- Skin — the steam opens and cleanses the pores.
- Sleep — many guests rest better afterward.
Turkish Hammam, Answered
What is a Turkish hammam?
A Turkish hammam is a marble steam bath for cleansing, socializing and relaxation — a tradition the Turks shaped from the Roman bath. World Spa’s is a modern take in Carrara marble.
How hot is the Turkish Hammam?
85–125°F at around 80% humidity — gentler than our saunas and banyas.
What is the belly stone?
The heated marble centerpiece of a hammam, traditionally used for scrubs and treatments. Ours adds a sphere that releases steam, sound, aroma and chromatherapy.
Turkish or Moroccan hammam — what’s the difference?
The Turkish room is marble with a chromatherapy belly stone; the Moroccan room is airy and bright with handmade Moroccan tiles and slightly lower humidity.
Is it included with admission?
Yes — included with any World Spa day pass.
Keep Exploring
Read more: what a hammam is · Moroccan vs. Turkish hammam · infused steam in hammams.
Related rooms: Moroccan Hammam · Himalayan Salt Room · Cold Plunge.
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