Veli Bej is Budapest's best-kept bathing secret — a beautifully restored 16th-century Ottoman bath that was reopened in 2012 after decades of closure. Originally built around 1574, the bath features five domed pools fed by a spring at 43°C, with the water cooled to range from 26–38°C across the pools. The renovation preserved all of the historical architecture while adding a modern wellness wing with saunas, steam rooms, massage cabins, and a relaxation area. The result is arguably Budapest's most intimate and architecturally pure Turkish bath experience. Advance booking is strongly recommended as the bath's small capacity means it fills quickly, particularly at weekends.