In Search of the Best Marrakech Hammam

The city of Marrakech is considered to be one of theMoroccan architecture. We spent a couple of hours
key tourist destinations in Morocco because of thefor the usual bathing rituals that included bathing,
sights, sounds, restaurants, riads and a whole list ofdetoxifying in the steam room, scrubbing and after
attractions it has to offer. During our stay, we havean exceptionally soothing massage an hour later, we
explored the city square with its snake charmers,were taken back to the relaxation room and was
food stalls, shopped at the souks and ate at atold to stay as long as we liked.
marvelous yacout as well. We were also advised notHammam el Basha:
to pass up on a wonderful hammam experiencePopularly known as "The Pasha's Bath, El Basha is
which left us in search of the best Marrakechconsidered as one of the best, and most accessible
hammam.Marrakech hammam. It's conveniently located just 10
A hammam is a traditional Turkish bath house inminutes north of the Djemaa el Fna which makes it a
Marrakech where the locals go to cleanse the body,very popular spot among travelers and the locals
get a massage, for relaxation as well as for socializing.alike. The place is huge and the massage services are
The progression of steps involved in taking a Turkishtotally outstanding!
bath is quite similar to that of a sauna, but is moreRiad El Fenn:
comparable to the ancient Greek and Roman bathingIt is the ultimate luxury hammam experience at the
practices. We were tired from all the walking andcomforts of your own riad. The spa at Riad El Fenn is
sightseeing that we were sure we could use aeasily the best luxury hammam in Marrakech. This is
massage Marrakech style to revitalize and restorewhere we got our accommodations for the whole
our energy.duration of our stay in Morocco with its own private
There are a number of Marrakech hammam thathammam and massage service which is something
offer the usual services but why settle for anythingthat they take pride in.
less than what the best has to offer? We wereIt is a beautiful and peaceful environment with very
given a lot of options to consider in our search forrelaxing background music and a phenomenal staff
the best hammam that we did not know where tothat are ready to take care of all your hammam
start. We managed to narrow the list down to 3 ofneeds. They offer a variety of skin and body
the top bath houses to visit in the area which are:treatments such as body wraps and aromatherapy
Les Bains de Marrakech:as well as incredible massages with scented oils in
It is not your typical traditional hammam but I assurewonderfully decorated facilities. Having a massage
you that the level of service is the best! One of theMarrakech never felt so good!
nicest things about this place is that they have a duoThese are just 3 of the best hammams we have
hammam and massage service for couples that otherencountered during our vacation and we both agree
similar establishments do not offer. Traditionally,that the experience was exceptional! We are
hammams have separate bath times for the mencertainly looking forward to visiting more of them to
and women which is an accepted and widelyget our share of the most unforgettable massages
practiced Islamic custom.Marrakech and hammam offer in our future travels
The place is absolutely stunning! It is beautifullyto Morocco.
designed to reflect the excellence of authentic