The best hammams in Agadir
A hammam is a public bath that’s mainly popular in Arab countries. A visit to a hammam in Morocco is the best way to connect with the essence and traditional customs of the Moroccan people. This centuries-old experience of beauty and body relaxation has spread all over the world, which is why we can now find Arab baths all over.
There are Arab baths in all Moroccan cities, including Agadir, and there are both public and private ones. Many are large places that have separate rooms for men and women, but there are also some smaller ones that cater for only one gender.
A visit to a hammam is a fascinating experience and one of its great secrets is black soap or beldi, which is made from black olives and eucalyptus oil and has natural exfoliating properties. This is why private steam baths aimed at tourists have been flourishing in Agadir for some time now.
- The hammam, a tradition in Agadir
- Selection of the best hammams in Agadir
- Rules and clothing at a hammam
- Where to sleep in Agadir
The hammam, a tradition in Agadir
A good hammam is intended to provide a state of natural relaxation, as well as cleansing the body and serving as a meeting place for socialising. In Moroccan culture, the steam bath had a religious and civic significance, as ritual ablutions were performed in it before prayer. There’s documentary evidence that public baths existed as early as the Umayyad Caliphate, and the first Islamic steam baths are said to have been built in the Syrian region as part of palaces and castles in the desert. In Morocco, many Turkish baths are still in use today in cities such as Fez, Marrakesh, Tangier, and Agadir, mainly in the oldest part of the city centre.
A curiosity: the word ‘hammam’ means ‘heat’, and the term ‘Turkish bath’ in English was first recorded in 1644.
The routine inside a hammam in Morocco is as follows. First you enter the hot room, where the body gets used to a high temperature and then you reach the warm room, which opens up the pores of the skin to allow for further cleansing. Then you return to the hot room for a thorough bath with soap, and lastly you reach the cold room, to remove soap and sweat, and to get the body used to a normal temperature again.
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Hammam Agadir
Spas in luxury hotels often add a wide variety of high-end treatments and massages to the usual Moroccan hammam process, such as mud wraps and mint tea and pastries served in luxurious lounges.
There are many properties and benefits of a hammam. It’s said to increase your ability to exchange oxygen in the lungs, relax the nervous system, release toxins through sweat, and stimulate the hormonal system, producing feelings of well-being.
Selection of the best hammams in Agadir
If you want to enjoy the experience of a hammam or Arab bath in Agadir, you should choose one of the best rated in the city. We’ll help you find the best hammam or spa in Agadir:
Itrane Spa Agadir (41 bis Rue Omar Ben Jalloun). This excellent steam bath doubles as a massage and beauty centre, and is one of the most sought after by travellers to Agadir due to its good value for money, cleanliness, and excellent staff.
Argan Phyto House (Rue Imam Malik). This elegant spa incorporates the experience and traditional wisdom of ancient Arab baths with several massage rooms to meet the needs of guests. You can opt for a back massage, a shiatsu massage, or a reflexology session, or choose a two hour relaxing or invigorating massage for a taste of Moroccan wellness. You can also buy argan oils and creams to continue the treatment at home.
Natea Les Massages d’Agadir (420, Cité Riad Essalam). This hammam has a traditional Moroccan design with soft colours, which helps to create a calm and authentic atmosphere. Among the treatments available, there are relaxing massages, lymphatic drainage, as well as specialised back, foot, and shiatsu massages. There are also different facial and body therapies, such as tightening treatments, and relief for sore legs. There’s also a traditional hammam with a body scrub.
Argan Palace (Bloc 13 N30 Ihchach). Here the precious argan oil is the king of treatments, using the traditional techniques and wisdom of the Berber people to eliminate stress and tension. They also offer foot massages based on ancient Chinese remedies, massages for pregnant women, slimming massages, and more. They also offer the possibility of hiring private and communal steam baths, as well as buying products in the shop.
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Hammam Agadir
Rules and clothing at a hammam
Moroccans say that the basic rules for taking a bath in a hammam are unwritten and it’s certainly true that many users aren’t sure of the rules to follow. All hammams have a changing room where clothes are stored, but we recommend that you not take valuables with you so as not to worry about security. Most people keep their underwear on, but some people opt to be completely naked. You should always ask the managers first. You should also inform yourself beforehand if you need to bring your own shampoo and gloves if you want to take a full bath. When you talk, do this in a very low voice. Relaxing and having a good time is a must, though, as this is a very unique experience.
Where to sleep in Agadir
The best place to sleep in Agadir belongs to a Spanish brand. For excellent value for money, we recommend the Allegro Agadir hotel, located in the heart of the city, next to the magnificent sandy beach of Agadir. With a four-star rating, this accommodation is surrounded by landscaped gardens and is within walking distance of an area with restaurants, beach clubs, cafés, and shops. With 321 fully equipped rooms, it’s the best choice for a tourist getaway in Agadir, whether as a couple, with friends, or as a family. And if you love surfing, the beaches of Tamraght and Taghazout are just a stone’s throw away. Inside the hotel, there’s a large outdoor swimming pool with leisure activities, plus a main buffet restaurant and two snack bars.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best hammams in Agadir?
In Agadir you can experience an authentic hammam or steam bath. The best in town are Itrane Spa Agadir, Argan Phyto House, Natea Les Massages d'Agadir, and Argan Palace. But there are more to choose from.
Can you bring children to a hammam?
Children can enter the hammams in Agadir as long as they're accompanied by an adult and respect the established behavioural rules.
What are the rules for visiting a hammam in Agadir?
You must speak quietly, keep your feet out of the buckets, and follow the instructions given by the staff. Sometimes you have to pay for the use of towels and soaps. Tipping is customary. Relaxing and enjoying yourself are a must.
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