Nicosia · Walled City · Since 1571

A Historic Turkish Bath in Nicosia

A working Ottoman hamam of 1571–1590 behind Büyük Han. Hammam rituals and massages from €40.

  • 4.8 · over 1,000 Google reviews
  • Ottoman bath, 1571–1590
  • Open daily 08:00–22:00
  • 5 min from the Ledra Street crossing
Foam ceremony beneath the star-lit dome of Büyük Hamam in Nicosia

Foam ceremony beneath the dome

Choose your ritual

Prices per person · hammam, sauna & steam room included · pay at the hammam

A Cappadocia clay face mask during the Pir-u Pak ritual at Büyük Hamam

Basic

Pir-u Pak Package

€40 per person50 min

Pure & Clean · The complete traditional ritual in the heart of old Nicosia.

Package contents

Hot Room Rest
Hammam, sauna and steam room (unlimited time).

20 min. Traditional Scrub (Kese)
Full-body exfoliation with a disposable natural-fibre mitt.

20 min. Traditional Foam Wash
Soft clouds of soap foam.

Cappadocia White Clay Face Mask
A mineral-rich natural clay mask.

Turkish Coffee & Tea
In the resting area.

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Traditional foam massage during the Keyf-i Hamam package at Büyük Hamam

Premium

Keyf-i Hamam Package

€60 per person60 min

Pleasure of the Bath · Where the wisdom of the East meets tropical magic.

Package contents

Everything in BASIC plus:

Mango & Sea Salt Body Care
Smoothing, with a fresh tropical scent.

20 min. Detailed Foam Massage
Foam massage, hair wash, hand & foot massage.

Natural Seaweed Face Mask
Mineral-rich, for a moisture boost.

Coffee, Tea & Homemade Cookies
Traditional drinks with fresh cookies.

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Traditional hair rinse during the Sultan ritual at Büyük Hamam

Luxury

Sultan Package

€80 per person70 min

The Sultan's Choice · Golden touches and the ritual of Turkish coffee.

Package contents

Everything in PREMIUM plus:

Halvet Private Room
A private bathing room for you, or for you and your partner.

Turkish Coffee Body Mask
A fragrant mask for a firm, revived feel.

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

24-Karat Gold Face Mask
Gold dust, for a radiant look.

The Sultan’s Treat Tray
Turkish coffee, samovar tea, sherbet & homemade cookies.

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

In the walled old city of Nicosia

On İrfan Bey Sokak, the street just behind Büyük Han — an easy walk from the Ledra Street crossing.

Ledra Street crossing

5-minute walk

Büyük Hamam

Coming by car? Use the car park beside Büyük Han.

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Guest reviews

Their Nicosia hammam. In their own words.

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice

Travellers’ Choice 2026.

2026

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2026

★★★★★

“I arrived without expectations and left delighted by the atmosphere, transparent service and friendly English-speaking team. It felt authentic, hygienic and worth the visit.”

Rita

Google review

★★★★★

“The Keyf-i Hamam ritual, coffee mask, scrub and foam massage left my skin feeling wonderful. The therapist was attentive and the whole visit felt professionally managed.”

Marieta G

Google review

★★★★★

“Professional from beginning to end: a welcoming team, excellent service and a beautifully relaxing tea after the Sultan ritual made the experience especially memorable.”

Theodoros T

Google review

★★★★★

“A relaxing atmosphere, friendly professional staff and exceptional cleanliness made the entire hammam journey feel comfortable and thoughtfully organised, right through to the final tea and water.”

Giulia Z

Google review

Good to know

Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring anything?

Nothing is required: a peştemal is provided, with a private changing area and secure storage. Simple swimwear under the peştemal is welcome, and a hair tie is useful.

Can couples visit together?

Yes. Two of our massage rooms are made for couples, and every massage on the menu can be booked for two, side by side. The Sultan package adds the halvet, a private bathing room for you and your partner.

Can I choose a female or male therapist?

Yes. You choose the gender of your therapist when you book.

Where is Büyük Hamam?

On İrfan Bey Sokak in the walled old city of Nicosia (Lefkoşa), on the street just behind Büyük Han — a five-minute walk from the Ledra Street crossing. If you come by car, use the car park beside Büyük Han.

What are your opening hours?

Open every day 08:00–22:00.

How old is Büyük Hamam?

The Ottoman bath was created between 1571 and 1590 on the site of a medieval church, and it still works as a Turkish bath today.

Do I need to pay in advance?

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

About the hammam

An Ottoman bath created between 1571 and 1590 on the site of a medieval church, inside the walled old city of Nicosia — and still a working hammam today.

History
Ottoman bath of 1571–1590, on the site of the medieval church of St George of the Latins
Location
İrfan Bey Sokak, behind Büyük Han · a five-minute walk from the Ledra Street crossing
Bathing
Domed hot room with a heated göbek taşı, sauna and steam room — unlimited time with every package
Massage rooms
2 rooms for couples and 3 for one guest
Your therapist
Certified therapists from Bali, Indonesia · you choose the gender of your therapist when you book
Opening hours
Every day, 08:00–22:00
Parking
Car park beside Büyük Han
Payment
At reception, by card or in cash — EUR, TRY, USD or GBP
Massage treatments · from €30

Choose a short, focused treatment or a full body massage. Massages are priced separately from the hammam packages, and every massage can be booked for couples.

  • Foot Massage & Reflexology

    30 min · €30

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

  • Head & Scalp Massage

    30 min · €30

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

  • Local Massage

    30 min · €40

    A focused treatment for the back, neck and shoulders.

  • Swedish Massage

    60 min · €60

    A full body massage with long, smooth strokes and gentle kneading from head to toe.

  • Aromatherapy Massage

    60 min · €60

    The gentle flow of a Swedish massage with natural essential oils.

  • Traditional Balinese Massage

    60 min · €70

    Rooted in Indonesia's long massage tradition and given by our therapists from Bali: firmer pressure, stretching and rhythmic kneading in one flowing treatment.

  • Hot Stone Massage

    60 min · €70

    Smooth heated stones are used with flowing massage strokes along the back, shoulders and legs.

  • Deep Tissue Massage

    60 min · €80

    Slow, firm movements reach the deeper muscle layers, with special attention to stubborn knots in the back, neck and legs — a good choice for long-held tension.

  • Oriental Mix Massage

    60 min · €80

    Our signature treatment: the balancing touch of Eastern techniques and the structured rhythm of Western massage in one varied full-body session.

  • Lymphatic Drainage Massage

    60 min · €80

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

  • Oriental Mix Massage · Long Session

    90 min · €120

    The long version of our signature treatment, blending Eastern and Western techniques.

  • Sultan Massage · Four Hands

    60 min · €130

    Two certified therapists work in synchronised movements for one guest — an enveloping four-hand ritual for a special day in Nicosia.

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Meet your hammam team
Two members of the Büyük Hamam treatment team

The Büyük Hamam team

Real people, personal care

Meet your hammam team.

Our team explains each step, checks your preferences with you and guides you from the first welcome to the end of your ritual. Our therapists are certified and come to us from Bali, Indonesia.

  • Clear guidance before the ritual
  • You choose the gender of your therapist when you book
  • Certified therapists from Bali, Indonesia
  • English and Turkish spoken
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Find us in the walled city of Nicosia

İrfan Bey Sokak No:19, Lefkoşa · behind Büyük Han

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