Balçova Termal Otel
Balçova, İzmir, Turquie, Turkey
- Location
- Balçova, İzmir, Turquie, Turkey
- Water type
- bicarbonate, thermal
- Temperature
- 39 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
In Balçova, İzmir, Balçova Termal Otel keeps the hammam tradition alive around a bicarbonate and thermal spring (39°C). Steam, heated marble, scrub and massage make up the typical ritual offered here.
Insider tip — The famous Baths of Agamemnon of Balçova, in İzmir — a thermal spring used for 2,500 years, which legend says Agamemnon sent his wounded soldiers to during the Trojan War. Thermomineral waters (calcium, sodium, bicarbonate, chloride) at 34-39°C. A 4-star, 204-room hotel with indoor and outdoor thermal pools, 2 hammams and a cure centre.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 39 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate & thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.