Hammam is a centuries-old ritual of heating and cleansing the body, promoting a sense of relaxation and a clear mind. London is one of the best cities in the world for experiencing this ancient wellbeing treatment. We've compiled the very best depending on your top priority.

THE BEST FOR LUXURY:

AKASHA SPA AT HOTEL CAFE ROYAL 

A hammam treatment at Akasha Spa is the best way to start a day in London or unwind after one! The private white marble hammam is pure luxury in the heart of the city. Akasha Spa is an exclusive wellness club in central London - once inside, you couldn't feel further away from the hustle and bustle outside. 

Must-have treatment: 

Indulgent Hammam with a body melting Massage 120 minutes. Start with a detoxifying black soap followed by a face and body exfoliation, nourishing hair treatment and orange blossom stretching ritual. Journey to the comfort of the treatment room for an indulgent body massage using warming Nourishing Body Balm and heat packs to target areas of tension.

Treatments available: 

Indulgent Hammam with a body melting Massage 120 minutes, Orange Blossom Signature Hammam with Facial 120 minutes and Harmonious Hydro-Massage (Vichy) 60 minutes

To book a treatment at Akasha Spa at Hotel Cafe Royal click here.

THE BEST FOR COUPLES:

THE SPA AT FOUR SEASONS TEN TRINITY  

Grab your loved one and step into one of the finest hammams in London. Perfectly capturing the authentic tradition of the treatment with the luxury, you come to expect from this beautiful hotel. 

Must-have treatment: 

The marocMaroc Ultimate Sensory hammam journey for two 120 minutes. A heated central slab provides the focal point for this indulgent wellbeing ritual. Steam combined with deep cleansing black soap, Detoxifying and Exfoliating Body Balm and an orange blossom stretching ritual opens pores. Step out of the Hammam and into a spa suite where the treatment concludes with cooling Roses De Sucre Body Cream and a relaxing massage.

Treatments available: 

Traditional Hammam Ritual - Escape to Taliouine 60 & 90 minutes and Ultimate Sensory Hammam Journey for two 120 minutes.

To book a treatment at The Spa at Four Seasons Ten Trinity click here.

THE BEST FOR AUTHENTICITY:

THE MOROCCAN SPA AT DOLPHIN SQUARE

Be instantly exported to Morocco without leaving Pimlico. Guests are completely immersed in the age-old cleansing and purifying rituals of a Moroccan Hammam. From authentic decor, aromas and treatment selection, The Moroccan Spa at Dolphin Square is an Arabian adventure without the need for a passport. The spa even uses mineral-rich water from the only working well in the City of Westminster - impressive!

Must-have treatment: 

Treat the face and body with an Indulgent Hammam with Facial 85 minutes. Detoxifying black soap, brown sugar and orange peel body exfoliation, hair treatment, soapy stretching ritual, then journey to the treatment room for a cocooning Roses De Sucre body cream and facial with warm stone massage and argan mask to rehydrate the skin. 

Treatments available: 

Indulgent Hammam with Facial 85 minutes and Moroccan Revival 55 minutes

To book a treatment at The Moroccan Spa at Dolphin Square click here.

THE BEST FOR ESCAPING THE CITY:

THE SPA AT THE NEWT IN SOMERSET

For those who want to stretch their legs outside the capital, the spa at the Newt is worth going the extra mile. What was once an old cow barn is now a stunning spa set in the beautiful Somerset countryside. Reserved exclusively for hotel guests, this is a staycation must.

Must-have treatment: 

Hammam Soap Body Treatment: 60 minutes. A luxurious treatment in the Hammam steam chamber will leave you rosy-cheeked and refreshed. The treatment starts on the marble slab using authentic Moroccan products suitable for royalty. A deep cleansing black soap, renewing body and face exfoliation, is followed by a hair treatment and application of Nourishing Body Cream. Circulating steam keeps your skin soft while enabling the products to penetrate deeply.

Treatments available: 

Hammam Soap Treatment Top to Toe Indulgence 120 minutes and Hammam Soap Body Treatment 60 minutes

To book a stay at The Newt in Somerset click here.

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