How long is a Moroccan Hammam session?

A full session usually runs 75 to 120 minutes depending on the package, including steaming, exfoliation and massage.

What's the difference between a Moroccan Hammam and a sauna?

A sauna relies on dry heat or steam for relaxation and sweating, while a Moroccan Hammam is a complete ritual including steaming, black-soap exfoliation with a kessa glove, and a final oil massage.

Moroccan Hammam in Dubai: Rituals, Benefits & Booking

What is a Moroccan Hammam?

The Moroccan Hammam is a centuries-old cleansing ritual from North Africa, combining warm steam with deep exfoliation using black soap and a kessa glove, finished with a natural-oil massage. The goal goes beyond relaxation — it clears dead skin, boosts circulation, and leaves the whole body feeling lighter.

The four steps of the ritual

Steam & skin preparation01

Deep cleanse with black soap02

Exfoliation with a kessa glove03

Massage & final hydration04

Benefits of the Moroccan Hammam

Deep skin cleansing: removes dead cells and unclogs pores.
Better circulation: from the combination of heat, exfoliation and massage.
Full muscular relaxation.
Noticeably smoother skin that lasts for days.

Hammam vs Sauna

A sauna is dry heat or steam for sweating and relaxation only. A Moroccan Hammam is a complete ritual — steaming, hands-on exfoliation, and massage — making it far more thorough for skincare, with results visible right after the session.

The VIP Hammam experience

For guests seeking an elevated level of privacy and care, Lamar House Spa offers a VIP Hammam package with extended time and more personalised attention.

Avoid a heavy meal within two hours of your session, and drink plenty of water afterwards to replace fluids lost through sweating.

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Moroccan Hammam in Dubai: The Complete Ritual Guide