The full-service spa and wellness centre of the five-star riverside Sheraton Grand Adana, with a Turkish hammam, sauna, steam room, indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, and a menu of massages and treatments overlooking the Seyhan River.
The Shine Spa at the Sheraton Grand Adana is one of the city's most complete hotel wellness centres, set within the five-star riverside property in the Reşatbey district of Seyhan, beside the Seyhan River and within sight of the Sabancı Merkez Camii. The spa occupies a dedicated floor of the hotel and combines a full Turkish hammam with a sauna, steam room, and indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, allowing guests to layer the classic Ottoman bathing ritual with contemporary spa relaxation.
The hammam follows the traditional sequence: guests recline on the heated marble göbektaşı while the body warms, then a trained attendant performs a thorough kese exfoliation and foam wash. The ritual is delivered in a polished hotel environment faithful to the essential structure of Turkish bathing culture. Beyond the hammam, the treatment menu extends to aromatherapy massage, Swedish relaxation massage, deep-tissue bodywork, body scrubs, reflexology, and hydrotherapy, all carried out in private treatment rooms to international five-star standards.
The spa's setting takes advantage of the hotel's riverside position: the indoor pool and relaxation areas look toward the Seyhan River and, on clear days, toward the mosque dome. Facilities include a fitness centre alongside the sauna and steam room, allowing a full health circuit. The atmosphere is calm, polished, and urban — a deliberate contrast to the heat and noise of the Çukurova plain.
Day access is open to non-resident visitors as well as hotel guests. Treatment durations range from 30 minutes for a focused massage to 90 minutes for a combined hammam-and-treatment package. Reservations are strongly advised, particularly on Friday afternoons and weekends when demand peaks. The spa team holds professional certification and operates to brand standards throughout.
Prices run from approximately ₺2,000 for a single treatment to ₺7,000 for a full package. The location — a short walk from the Sabancı Merkez Camii, riverside parks, and the city's main commercial boulevard — makes the spa a practical recovery stop after a day exploring the Çukurova.
Treatments
- Traditional Turkish hammam (foam-wash and scrub)
- Aromatherapy and Swedish massage
- Sauna and steam room
- Body scrubs and hydrotherapy
Good to know
- Signature
- Traditional Turkish hammam ritual, aromatherapy and Swedish massage, sauna and steam circuit, riverside relaxation
- Hours
- Daily, typically 9AM-9PM (confirm for hammam sessions)
Location
Reşatbey Mah., Hacı Sabancı Bulvarı No:7, Seyhan, 01120 Adana, Turkey
37.0017, 35.3206 View on map
Highlights
- Full Turkish hammam with heated marble göbektaşı, kese scrub, and foam wash in one of Adana's most polished hotel settings
- Riverside indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool with views toward the Seyhan River and Sabancı Merkez Camii
- Broad treatment menu covering aromatherapy, Swedish, deep-tissue massage, reflexology, and hydrotherapy in private rooms
- Day access open to non-hotel guests; convenient location near the city centre riverside parks and mosque
Tips for visiting
- Reserve hammam sessions at least 24 hours ahead, especially on Fridays and weekends when slots fill fastest
- Combine the hammam with the sauna and steam room for the full traditional bathing circuit — allow at least two hours
- Bring a swimsuit for pool use; towels and disposable slippers are supplied by the spa
- Ask about packages combining hammam and massage — typically better value than booking each separately
- Tipping the hammam attendant (tellak) ₺100-200 after a foam-wash session is customary
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors who are not staying at the Sheraton use the spa?
Yes, day access is available to non-hotel guests. It is advisable to call ahead to confirm availability and book any treatment in advance, particularly at weekends.
What is included in a traditional hammam session at Shine Spa?
A standard hammam session includes time on the heated marble göbektaşı, a kese exfoliating scrub, and a foam wash. Massage can be added as an upgrade at additional cost.
How long should visitors allow for a full spa visit?
A hammam ritual alone takes 45-75 minutes. Adding a massage and using the sauna and pool, visitors should allow two to three hours in total.
Is the hammam co-ed or gender-segregated?
The hotel spa operates as a mixed facility with private treatment rooms; the hammam section has separate arrangements for men and women. Confirm the current schedule when booking.
What is the dress code for the hammam?
A peştemal (traditional hammam wrap) is provided. Swimwear or underwear is typically worn under the wrap in hotel-spa hammams; the spa will advise on arrival.