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Yeşildirek Hamam

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Emekyemez, Yolcu Hamam Sk. No:224, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
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0538 658 31 67

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About this place Yeşildirek Hamam

Yeşildirek Hamam is an old Ottoman-era Turkish bath in Azapkapı, near the Galata Bridge between Karaköy and Unkapanı. It runs as a men's hamam, with a hot marble room, washing basins and scrub and massage services. For years it has been known as a hamam with a largely gay clientele. Do not expect a European-style sauna with cabins and darkrooms. We have no confirmed hours, so call ahead. Turkey has banned Istanbul Pride since 2015 and the climate is hostile, so be discreet. Keep valuables to a minimum, agree any massage price up front, and be cautious with anyone who approaches you outside.

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Gay Dry sauna Steam room Private cabins Massage service (pro) Near public transport

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Hikmet İzmirlioğlu
Hikmet İzmirlioğlu Jul 2026
★★★★★

It's a wonderful place. It was a great experience. I'd especially like to thank Mr. Selçuk from the staff for his attentiveness and helpfulness.

Abdulla Thani
Abdulla Thani Jul 2026
★★★★★

I recommend Selçuk the masseur—he gives a good massage. I would be grateful...

Can
Can Jul 2026
★☆☆☆☆

I'm writing this review so everyone is informed and doesn't experience the same disappointment. Even the water in your bathroom at home is much hotter than the water here. Isn't hot water the most important thing that makes a Turkish bath a Turkish bath? Moreover, they only provide a tiny bar of soap. How are we supposed to clean ourselves with such a small amount of soap? Unfortunately, you can't even sweat properly. I absolutely do not recommend this place to anyone. And if you knew what kind of shady dealings go on inside, you would never come here. It's utter chaos.

Zümrüdüanka
Zümrüdüanka Jul 2026
★☆☆☆☆

We bought lockers and locked our belongings in separate lockers with our friends, but all the lockers have keys that open other lockers. Who will be responsible for items stolen from the lockers in the bathhouse? This is ridiculous; a solution needs to be found for those locker keys.

Vasilios
Vasilios Jul 2026
★☆☆☆☆

I've never seen such a terrible bathhouse. It's so filthy, the surroundings are awful, really. I think the reviews here are fake. It's truly beyond appalling.

Hüseyin Altuntaş
Hüseyin Altuntaş Jul 2026
★★★★★

What is the current price for the full package?

Teddy Chen
Teddy Chen Jul 2026
★★★★☆

As some people say before. If you are looking for somewhere local to experience the male lifestyle in Istanbul, you can come visit. The staff are nice and welcoming. However the facilities / toilets are really old school. So If you’re a germaphobe, this place isn’t for you. Most guests are a bit old. If you like older type, it’s a heaven for you ㄓㄜˋ ㄕˋ ㄍㄟˇ ㄊㄨㄥˊ ㄒㄧㄥˋㄌㄧㄢˋㄑㄩ、ㄉㄜ ㄉㄧˋㄈㄤ

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Last updated on 14 October 2026

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