Massage on İstiklal Street, Taksim
Oktay has been a massage therapist for 15 years. His private studio is on Sadri Alışık Street, a 9-minute walk from Taksim Square, and open until 02:30 every night.
Open every day, 11:00–02:30 4.7 on Google, from 30 reviews
Massages
Every massage is 45, 60 or 90 minutes. Tell Oktay which one and how long when you message.
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Swedish massage
Long, flowing strokes with oil over the whole body, at medium pressure.
456090min
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Relax massage
Slow, light-pressure full-body massage. The gentlest option on the list.
456090min
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Balinese massage
Long strokes mixed with firm thumb and palm pressure and gentle stretches.
456090min
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Sports massage
Strong, focused work on legs, back and shoulders. Often booked after a day of walking Istanbul's hills.
456090min
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Four hand massage
Two therapists working at the same time, in sync. Book ahead so the second therapist can join.
456090min
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Body scrub
Full-body exfoliation that leaves the skin smooth. Often paired with a massage.
456090min
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Reflexology massage
Focused pressure and massage on the feet and lower legs.
456090min
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Not sure which one?
Tell Oktay what you would like, how strong and for how long. He will suggest the right massage.
Ask on WhatsApp Details of each massage
About Oktay Massage
- Experience
- 15 years working as a massage therapist, most of them in Beyoğlu.
- Training
- Certified through massage courses approved by Turkey's Ministry of National Education (MEB), covering the techniques on this page.
- Languages
- English and Turkish. You can write your WhatsApp message in either.
- Cleanliness
- Cleanliness comes first: fresh towels for every guest, and the table and room are cleaned before each session.
- Location
- Just off İstiklal Avenue, so you can come straight from dinner or a walk through Beyoğlu, as late as 01:00 for a 90-minute session.
What guests wrote on Google
Google reviews
4.74.7 on Google, from 30 reviews
Mac HarrisOctober 2026★★★★★
Great massage, strong and powerful. Therapist listened to my requests and really worked on the muscles.
TamaraSeptember 2026★★★★★
It was an absolutely magnificent massage. I am so glad I received such professional massage service in Taksim. In my opinion, he is the best masseur in all of Istanbul. He is clean and honest, and the price is very reasonable. I highly recommend him to everyone
Ali SonAugust 2025★★★★★
I feel much more at ease about massages now. Mr. Oktay's expertise and courtesy are truly admirable. His focus on customer satisfaction and attention to detail makes you feel like you're in safe hands. I wouldn't even consider going anywhere else when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene.
Translated by GoogleRead on Google
Updated from Google on 22 October 2026
How to book
Send a WhatsApp message
Say which massage, how long, and the time that suits you. Same-day bookings are fine.
Oktay confirms
He replies with the time and sends the location pin.
Walk over
Come to Sadri Alışık Street. Payment is in cash at the studio.
Where to find the studio
- From Taksim Square, walk down İstiklal Avenue, the pedestrian street with the red tram.
- After about 500 m, across from the Demirören shopping centre, turn left into Sadri Alışık Street.
- The studio is at No. 27, a short way down the street.
Address
Oktay Massage TherapistKatip Mustafa Çelebi mh. İstiklal Cd, Sadri Alışık Sk., 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
Hours
Every day 11:00–02:30
| Taksim Square650 m down İstiklal Avenue | On foot9 min |
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| Taksim metro (M2) and Kabataş funicularBoth arrive under Taksim Square; take the İstiklal exit | On foot10 min |
| Cihangir Park500 m via Soğancı Street | On foot8 min |
| Galata Tower1.4 km, uphill along İstiklal Avenue | On foot21 min |
Questions
How do I pay?
Cash only, at the studio. There are ATMs on İstiklal Avenue, one minute away.
What if I need to cancel or come later?
Send a WhatsApp message as soon as your plans change, so the time can go to someone else.
What should I wear?
Come in whatever you like. At the studio you change in private into a peştemal, the thin cotton wrap used in Turkish baths, and stay covered with a towel during the massage. For reflexology you only remove shoes and socks.
Do you massage women?
Yes, women and men are both welcome. All sessions are given by Oktay, a male therapist. There is no female therapist at the studio.
Can you come to my hotel?
No. Massages take place only at the studio on Sadri Alışık Street, a few minutes' walk from most hotels in Taksim, Cihangir and Galata.
How far ahead should I book?
Same-day messages are fine for most massages. For the four hand massage, write a few hours ahead so the second therapist can come in.
Does the massage treat pain or medical conditions?
No. These are relaxation and wellness massages, not medical treatment. If you have a health condition, are pregnant or have had recent surgery, ask your doctor before booking and tell Oktay when you message.