Best Hammams in Agadir, Morocco

Last Updated on 27th January 2026 by Jessie

Fancy a little reptilian shedding? Here are my recommendations for the best hammams in Agadir – both local and tourist options – and what to expect. 

Moroccan hammams fall into two categories: local or tourist (spa). I know whacking ‘tourist’ on the front of something tends to have a negative connotation. Think tourist prices, tourist trap, yada yada. But in this case, neither option is better or worse. It’s entirely up to you to decide which level of luxury you feel like on any given day. 

No matter which style you opt for, hammams in Morocco can be a pretty confronting experience. So here’s a bit of an insight into what to expect, the differences between the two options, plus my recommendations for the best hammams in Agadir. 

I use affiliate links throughout my posts. This means that if you make a purchase through any of the links, I’ll get paid a small percentage – with no additional cost to you. I appreciate any and all support to keep me afloat so I can continue bringing honest, accurate travel tips to you.

What’s the Difference Between Local and Tourist Hammams?

In short, local hammams are the traditional, authentic kind. They are public (though segregated by gender) and tend to be a DIY job. Tourist hammams, on the otherhand, are more of a spa experience. The facilities are often more luxurious; you’re treated to a private steam room, and the hammam attendant takes care of every step of the cleansing and scrubbing process for you. 

Whereas you may hit up a tourist hammam for a bit of a holiday extravagance, local hammams have long been a standard part of everyday life. Historically, many Moroccan homes – particularly in older medinas and rural areas – did not have dedicated bathrooms or reliable hot water. Full ablutions were therefore taken care of once or twice a week at a public hammam. 

Whilst most Moroccan homes now have bathrooms, the weekly tradition of communal bathing continues. Many Moroccans still prefer the public hammam for the luxury of space, decent hot water, and adequate drainage. The time is set aside for a proper scrub: to slough off the dead skin, wash your hair, shave, etc. Whilst also gathering for a bit of a gasbag with your neighbours. 

Moroccan Hammams also serve religious and hygienic functions, tied to Islamic practices of cleanliness. Ritualistic hygiene is customary for momentous events, such as weddings or postpartum care.

Price of Local Hammams

Traditional hammams usually cost between 20dh and 50dh (€2-€5). This includes entry to the public bath, soap and an exfoliating glove. You can opt to have a hammam attendant do the scrubbing for you for an extra 10dh-30dh (€1-€3).

It’s not uncommon for tourists to be charged more than the standard local price. I’m not opposed to this – we have far more money, so I think that’s equitable. 

Price of Tourist Hammams

Tourist Hammams are far more expensive, but rightly so, as they offer a significantly higher level of quality, cleanliness, and comfort. You can expect to pay anywhere from 150dh to 300dh (€15-€30) for a spa-style hammam, depending on the prestige of the place. You can usually opt to finish the scrub with a massage for an extra 200 – 600dh (€20-€60).

What to Expect at a Hammam

If you’re a bit hesitant, I’d suggest going to your first traditional hammam with a local or someone who’s done it before. Here’s more or less, the general run-through:

Local Hammam Process

1. Show up and pay – you don’t need to book ahead.
2. You need to bring a towel, a pair of undies/bathers that you don’t mind getting wet + a pair to change into, and toiletries. You can pay extra for a bucket, black soap and a kessa (exfoliating glove) or bring your own.
3. Head to the changing area and strip down to your jocks.
4. There are three steam rooms of varying heat levels. You commence in the hottest, steamiest room. Apply black soap to your body and let it sit for a few minutes as it softens your dead skin.
5. Head to the mid-temp room and use your bucket to collect hot water from the basin and rinse off.
6. Use the glove to scrub the dead skin off. You can pay a hammam attendant to do this for you, or buddy up with a friend to get the hard-to-reach areas.
7. Rinse yourself off and do whatever other cleansing rituals are needed, e.g. washing your hair or shaving.
8. Move to the coolest room and chill for a bit. Then dry off, moisturise, dress and depart.

Local Hammam Etiquette

• Nudity is optional; you can keep your underwear on if you like. But be prepared to see a lot of bare skin.
• Public hammams are segregated by gender. Sometimes, there will be set times for men and women; women in the daytime and men in the evening.
• Tipping is appreciated.

Tourist Hammam Process

You don’t need to be clued in on the whole spa ritual; you’ll be treated like a queen and guided step-by-step. Nonetheless, this is the general sequence:

1. You will be led to a change room, usually with lockers to store your belongings. Strip down to your underwear or bathers (topless). They may give you a robe and slippers.
2. You enter the steam room and lie down on the stone bench.
3. The hammam attendant will commence the cleansing sequence: lathering you with soap, rinsing you with buckets of hot water, scrubbing every inch of you, more soap, more scrubbing, more rinsing, until you’re a few layers of skin lighter.
4. Often, they will ask you to sit up so they can wash your hair.
5. Once you’re fully cleansed and rinsed, you will dry yourself. Then dress, or head to another room for a massage if you choose to.

Things to Note

• The scrubbing is very thorough. It is normal for the attendant to scrub considerably close to (or even directly on) your bum and genitals.
• The scrubbing is also very rough. Make sure you let them know if it is too painful. I advise against getting a hammam while sunburnt.
• You can often opt to add on extra rituals like clay masks or oil treatments.
• Tourist hammams usually allow couples (mixed gender) treatments.

Best Local Hammams in Agadir

• Hammam Charaf
  – 20dh for entry only.
  – 120dh for entry + soap, glove, scrub and massage.
• Hammam Salam
  – 20dh for entry only.
  – 100dh for entry + soap, glove and scrub.
• Hammam Najah
  – 20dh for entry.
  – Known as ‘the cleanest’ public hammam, but mixed reviews about the customer service.

Best Tourist Hammams in Agadir

• L’Art de Beauté
  – Hammams from 150dh (€15)
  – Massages cost 300dh-500dh (€30-€50).
• Argan Phyto House
  – Hammams start at 200dh (€20).
  – Massages cost 200dh-500dh (€20-€50) for an hour, depending on specialty.
  – Facials, manicures, pedicures and hair removal available.
• Argan Palace
  – Communal hammam from 200dh (€20) per person
  – Massages cost 250dh – 450dh (€25-€45).
  – Packages and other beauty treatments available.
• Charm El Cheikh
  – Turkish hammam for 150dh (€15).
  – Hammam + jacuzzi + massage for 350dh (€35).
  – Gym and beauty salon in same complex.

For more tips and tricks, see:

• Best Day Trips from Agadir
• Best Bars in Agadir
• Best Hammams in Essaouira
• Hammams in Tamraght
• Hammams in Taghazout

For more Maroc info and a little less of my own opinions, I’ve created a travel wisdom-sharing hub over on Reddit. Join the group here.