Kandice VincentA few years ago, a friend dragged me to a hammam—a traditional Turkish sauna—for the first time. Not knowing what to expect, I thought to myself, maybe it was just like a regular sauna but with prettier tiles?
But, you know what? It was a pretty awesome experience.
The thick steam, the warm marble, the intense kese scrub that left me feeling like I had brand new skin—everything felt so lovely! I learned that hammam isn’t just about heat; it’s a full-on ritual of cleansing and rejuvenation.
Ever since that first visit, I was hooked, testing out the best hammams in the city. So, if you’re looking for an amazing spa experience, here are the top Turkish saunas in Toronto you need to book right now!
South-Western Bathhouse and Tea Room
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Website: https://www.banya.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/south-western-bathhouse/
Address: 2200 Dundas St E, Mississauga
Hours: Tue – Fri: 4 PM – 12 AM
Saturday: 12 PM – 12 AM
Sunday: 12 PM – 11 PM
Contact: (289) 232-6088
At South-Western Bathhouse and Tea Room, you can try Russian, Turkish, and Finnish sauna treatments under one steamy roof. This family-owned spot has been getting some love from Saveur Magazine and Toronto Life, and it’s easy to see why.
Their Turkish hammam is inspired by ancient Thermae—it’s beautifully adorned with mosaic tiles and artifacts from Istanbul. The warm, backlit pool in the center doubles as a light source and a cooling spot after an intense sauna sesh.
We love that everything you need is included—fluffy robes, thick towels, slippers, and even a locker to stash your stuff. Plus, they offer a premium selection of teas for free!
Once you’re done getting steamed and scrubbed, their gorgeous Tea Room is the perfect place to refuel. It offers Russian and Georgian dishes like their authentic borscht, which they actually simmer for six whopping hours.
Pro Tip:
Pair your meal with a drink from their unique bar menu, featuring Georgian wines, house-made vodka infusions, and local craft beers. Our fave is the hibiscus kombucha—something refreshing, mildly fruity, and delicious.
Banya Richmond Hill
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Website: https://banyarichmondhill.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banyarichmondhill
Address: 13110 Yonge St #1, Richmond Hill
Hours: Mon – Thurs: 4 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri – Sat: 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 11 PM
Contact: (289) 234-0441
Banya Richmond Hill can make you forget you’re in the GTA and transport you to Turkey via their beautiful Turkish sauna or hammam. This steam room is made of real marble and flooded with natural light—a cozy setting for the entire hammam experience.
It kicks off with a 10-minute steam bath. Once you’re nice and toasty, a bath specialist washes you down with warm water to prepare you for the kese scrub—a special exfoliating mitt that could slough off dead skin leaving you as smooth as a baby.
Next, you’ll experience a full-body soap message using traditional or liquid soap. Afterward, you can grab a venik (a bundle of birch twigs) and gently hit yourself after steaming to improve circulation.
Once you’re done, you can rinse off with a final shower. Or, you can add on a luxurious full-body scrub—we definitely recommend this.
Pro Tip:
Before or after your Turkish sauna, make sure to visit the Salt Room, built from real salt bricks shipped straight from the Himalayas. Relax in a Muskoka chair and breathe in the salty air, which is said to have awesome healing properties.
Cedar Lodge Spa & Bar Complex
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Website: http://sauna-dundas.club/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedarlodge_complex/
Address: 1 East Street N, Dundas
Hours: A
Contact: (289) 260-9775
Cedar Lodge Spa & Bar Complex is a relaxation spot and an event space all rolled into one. So, if you want to celebrate a special event with a wellness theme, book this space—they can even provide a cook, waitstaff, DJ, or bartender!
Don’t miss their hammam, which they claim can raise your core temperature to three degrees. This authentic Turkish sauna experience can loosen muscles and just melt your stress away.
Some amenities to try are their hot tub, dry sauna, and jetted swimming pool. For a winning combo, try the dry sauna first and rehydrate in the hot tub with drinks—then, hit the hammam and finish with a cool dip in the pool.
Other cool perks include lockers with electronic key bracelets, robes, and towels.
Pro Tip:
Feeling thirsty during your sauna session?
Grab a couple of Cedar Lodge’s free drinks—they offer coffee, tea, and water to keep you hydrated.
Steamul Sauna
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Website: https://steamulsauna.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steamulsauna/
Address: Unit 17-19, 1310 Dundas St E, Mississauga
Hours: Mon – Wed: 5 PM – 11 PM
Thursday: 4 PM – 11 PM
Friday: 3 PM – 11 PM
Sat – Sun: 12 PM – 11 PM
Contact: (647) 427-3940
Steamul Sauna is a family-owned spa that has been bringing the heat (literally!) since 2010. This Eastern European wellness space just makes you want to clear your schedule and spend the whole day just relaxing.
Unlike the dry heat of their Finnish saunas and Russian banyas, their Turkish hammam is filled with moist heat which opens your pores and loosens your muscles—just sit back, close your eyes, and enjoy.
We recommend jumping between their hammam and other saunas and their cold water swimming pool, hot tub, and salt cave. You can even book a soothing massage!
Now, when hunger strikes (and believe me, it might), visit their authentic Ukrainian eatery. It’s packed with classic Eastern European comfort food like chebureki, pierogies, dumplings, and crepes.
Pro Tip:
For a truly traditional sauna session, use Steamul’s oak venik to gently pat or massage your skin. Not only will it help boost your circulation, but it will also release a natural antiseptic from the leaves!
Elmwood Spa
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Website: https://www.elmwoodspa.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elmwoodspa
Address: 18 Elm St
Hours: Mon – Thurs: 10 AM – 7 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 9 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 8 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Contact: (416) 977-6751
For the ultimate day spa escape, head to Elmwood Spa, which offers 40,000 square feet of pure relaxation. As Canada’s largest standalone spa–with over 50 RMTs and 39 estheticians—you know you’re in good hands.
They’re known for their Water Therapies, which include a pool, whirlpool, and of course, a Turkish sauna—this one is perfect as a pretreatment ritual before a facial or massage. And if it gets too hot, ask for their free cooling lemon water.
Looking to splurge? We recommend their Tastes of the World Head to Toe Reviver—this includes a Moroccan argan oil exfoliation, a Philippines-inspired fire and ice massage, a Spanish algae peel-off facial mask, and access to their Turkish steam room.
Afterward, reward yourself at their onsite restaurant, Bangkok Garden—one of four Thai restaurants in the city to receive the Thai Select Premium designation. Meaning, they serve 100% authentic Thai dishes!
Pro Tip:
Visiting on a weekday?
Don’t miss Bangkok Garden’s Noodle Bar—in fact, try their amazing Unlimited Tasting Menu…because you totally deserve it!
Body Blitz Spa West
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Website: https://bodyblitzspa.com/bbs/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyblitzspa/
Address: 471 Adelaide St W
Hours: Tue – Thur: 10 AM – 8 PM
Friday: 10 AM – 9 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 8 PM
Sunday: 9 AM – 6 PM
Contact: (416) 364-0400
Body Blitz Spa is Toronto’s women-only water retreat, based on the old tradition of communal bathing. This space is all about ‘taking the waters,’ which means moving through a series of heated pools, steam rooms, and cold plunges.
We love their Turkish-inspired eucalyptus steam room, which offers 100% humidity—it definitely wraps you up in a warm, steamy hug. The eucalyptus infusion helps clear congestion, ease respiratory issues, and even help with rheumatic pain.
Now, for a full hot-cold therapy experience, pair your steam room session with a dip in their cold plunge pool—the shock will help tighten pores and boost energy levels.
And everyone knows wellness is best shared with others, so we recommend booking a group session for a special occasion or just because. The spa accepts bookings of 16 or more after 5 PM from Tuesday to Friday.
Pro Tip:
Order a nutritious juice or Ayurvedic tea from Body Blitz’s juice bar and they’ll deliver it straight to the pool area! We recommend their Vitamin D Shake, made up of vanilla soy milk, banana, cocoa, Milo, honey, nutmeg, and of course, Vitamin D.
Hammam Spa by Céla
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Website: https://hammamspa.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hammamspa/
Address: 602 King St W
Hours: Mon – Sun: 9:30 AM – 8 PM
Contact: (416) 366-4772
Hammam Spa by Céla is known for blending ancient spa traditions with modern wellness. And with its Eastern-inspired luxurious decor, this is definitely a must-visit.
We love their Hammam Steam Room, which offers a full sensory experience. Infused with eucalyptus oil, it’s packed with anti-inflammatory and antiseptic benefits.
Light therapy is also incorporated into this session, making the heat rise to a toasty 102°F. This helps relieve pain and tension.
As for amenities, you’d be fully pampered—their change rooms are stocked with post-treatment shower products, hair styling tools, body lotions, and cosmetic items. Plus, they provide Turkish wraps, robes, slippers, and lockers.
Pro Tip:
After your session, go to their tea lounge for some Sloane Marrakesh Mint Tea, lemon water, and light snacks. For something more substantial, visit The Village Juicery for delicious lunch options.
Miraj Hammam Spa
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Website: https://mirajhammamtoronto.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirajhammamspa/
Address: 188 University Ave
Hours: Mon – Sat: 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 7 PM
Contact: (647) 253-5770
Shangri-La Hotel’s Miraj Hammam Spa offers Middle Eastern rituals amidst a luxurious setting—imagine a gorgeous spa with influences from Paris, Marrakech, and Istanbul.
Try their Hammam & Gommage experience, perfected after welcoming guests from all over the world for over 12 years. This will leave you feeling refreshed, glowing, and tension-free—no wonder a hammam is also called “the silent doctor.”
We recommend pairing your hammam session with a hot stone massage. The warm basalt stones work deep into the muscles melting away the tension.
As a bonus, guests who book a 60-minute treatment get free access to the Health Club. This means you can take a dip in the 20-meter lap pool, hang out in the infrared sauna, or even use their state-of-the-art gym—maybe!
Pro Tip:
Check out Miraj’s online monthly offers before booking a session. Who knows—you might score up to 15% off your next hammam treatment!
Thermea Spa Village
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Website: http://thermea.com/whitby
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thermeawhitby/
Address: 4015 Cochrane St, Whitby
Hours: Mon – Sun: 8 AM – 10 PM
Contact: +1 866-484-1112
Thermëa Spa Village will make you forget your name (well, not really), but it will definitely help you forget about your worries for a little while. They offer the Rhassoul ritual, inspired by the Middle Eastern Hammam.
After a guided orange-scented steam sauna session, a Ritual Artisan will show how you can apply the orange blossom body scrub in gentle circular motions. Once your skin is soft and prepped, you’ll rinse off using a traditional copper bowl and water bucket.
Next is the green clay face mask, designed to detoxify our skin. Afterward, a Rhassoul clay and rose petal blend will be applied all over your body.
Lastly, gentle ceiling showers will wash off the clay, and you finish the ritual with hydrating argan oil lotion, applied onto damp skin. Relax with a cup of Moroccan mint tea and some Turkish snacks.
Pro Tip:
Since Rhassoul clay can stain light-colored swimsuits, Thermëa recommends wearing a darker one in order to fully embrace the experience without worries.
Sophisticated Salon and Hammam Spa
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Website: http://www.sophisticatedspa.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophisticatedspa
Address: 340 Eagle St W, Newmarket
Hours: Tue – Wed: 10 AM – 5 PM
Thurs – Fri: 12 PM – 7 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 5 PM
Contact: (905) 235-5152
Sophisticated Salon and Hammam Spa is a luxury hair and skin studio. This is definitely the spot if you’re looking for a refreshing Turkish sauna experience and a new haircut!
During a hammam session, the warm mist opens your pores and preps your skin. They’ll apply signature moisturizing products to make your skin silky soft, after which you’ll be given a traditional eucalyptus black soap cleanse.
Another premium hammam service is their Deep Enriching Skin Ritual, where therapists massage essential oils and fresh botanical extracts into your skin.
Now, if you want something unique, we recommend their Hammam Balm Massage—a deep tissue treatment using botanicals and butter to relax your muscles.
Pro Tip:
Planning a spa day with three or four friends?
Their party package is a steal. You’ll get a signature package with an express facial and hairstyling included (and can be customized to add hammam services)—and they’ll even throw in a celebration cake!
