Spas, hammams and massage in Çanakkale

Both venues listed in Çanakkale are hotels in the Merkez district: one is a spa with pools and a hammam on the shore of the Dardanelles at Kepez, the other a hotel in the city centre where the gym is the highlight. In the province, known for the Dardanelles, the historic sites on the Gallipoli Peninsula and the ancient city of Troy, the list has no independent hammam or thermal resort; spa options go hand in hand with a hotel stay.

Boreas Spa on the Dardanelles at Kepez

Kolin Hotel Spa & Convention Center is a hotel on the shore of the Dardanelles at Kepez; its spa section is called Boreas Spa. Its location in Kepez suits those who want to stay by the sea, away from the bustle of the city centre. The wet areas consist of outdoor and indoor pools overlooking the strait, a Turkish bath, sauna and steam room. The records also list facials, fitness and pilates among the services; types of massage, however, are not listed separately. Of the two hotels, Kolin Hotel has the wider list of services; it appeals to those who want to find wet areas, treatments and exercise classes in one place.

DoubleTree by Hilton in the city centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Canakkale on Atatürk Caddesi is a hotel listed in the city hotel spa category. What stands out in the records is a gym with modern equipment and personal trainer support; no hammam, sauna or massage service appears in the records. It is a suitable address for those who want to keep up regular training while staying in the city centre. If you are looking for a wet area or massage, you need to ask whether these are available before booking.

How use by women and men is arranged at the two hotels is not in the records. Use of the outdoor pool at Boreas Spa is usually limited to the summer season, while the indoor pool remains an option all year round. Whether visitors who are not staying can use the spa and pool with a day pass or through membership varies according to each hotel's own rules. It is also wise to find out in advance about group or private session options and the number of places for pilates classes. If you are wondering what hotel spas have to offer, take a look at the guide explaining the types of spa and what you can do at a spa.