Not sure whether to choose a hamam towel or a beach towel? The short answer: a Bohemida XXL beach towel is made of 100% cotton, has a colourful bohemian print and measures ± 235 × 220 cm. An XXL hamam towel is made of 60% cotton and 40% polyester, is light and quick drying, has calm stripes and measures ± 240 × 210 cm. Both are handmade in India and big enough for two. Below I list the differences for you.
| XXL beach towel | XXL hamam towel | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ± 235 × 220 cm | ± 240 × 210 cm |
| Material | 100% cotton | 60% cotton and 40% polyester |
| Weight and drying | Lightweight and quick drying | Extra light and quick drying |
| Look | Colourful prints such as mandala, ombre and Ibiza | Calm stripes in beige, blue, light blue or black |
Size
In surface area they are very close. An XXL beach towel measures about 235 × 220 cm, which makes it almost square. An XXL hamam towel is about 240 × 210 cm, so slightly longer and slightly narrower. Two people fit easily on either one, with room left for your bag and book. A regular beach towel is often much smaller, which is exactly why you choose an XXL size.
Material and feel
The beach towels are made of 100% cotton. They have a natural feel and a colourful print that brings a true bohemian Ibiza vibe. The hamam towels are made of 60% cotton and 40% polyester. That is a different quality from the beach towels, with a light fabric and a calm striped pattern. Both are handmade in India, so every piece is unique and colour and size can vary slightly.
Weight and drying
Both the beach towel and the hamam towel are lightweight and quick drying, lighter than a thick terry towel. The hamam towel is just a little lighter still and takes up very little space in your beach bag or suitcase. If you travel a lot or like to pack light, a hamam towel is a great choice.
Use on the beach and at home
On the beach, both are your favourite spot in the sun. Away from the beach they are just as useful. A beach towel looks lovely as a picnic blanket in the park or as a colourful bedspread. A hamam towel also works as a bedspread, as a throw on the sofa or as an outdoor tablecloth. That way you enjoy it all year round, not just in summer.
Care
The same advice applies to both. Wash them on a short, cold cycle with little detergent, hang them up to dry and do not iron them. This keeps the colours and the fabric beautiful for longer. After a day at the beach, shake out the sand before folding.
Which one suits you?
Do you love colour, mandala, ombre or hippie prints and a true bohemian look? Then choose an XXL beach towel. Would you rather have something calm, extra light and quick drying that is easy to travel with? Then an XXL hamam towel suits you better. And of course you can also choose both: a colourful beach towel for the beach and a striped hamam towel for the suitcase.
For businesses
Do you have a physical shop, concept store, hotel or beach club? The XXL beach towels and hamam towels are also available through wholesale for shops. A hamam towel can also be personalised with your logo, for example with embroidery.
Frequently asked questions
Is a hamam towel big enough for two people?
Yes. At about 240 × 210 cm two people fit on it easily, just like on an XXL beach towel of about 235 × 220 cm.
Which dries faster, a hamam towel or a beach towel?
Both are lightweight and quick drying. The hamam towel is a little lighter, which makes it extra handy when travelling.
Can I use a beach towel or hamam towel at home?
Absolutely. They look lovely as a bedspread, as a throw on the sofa or as a picnic blanket.
When will I receive my order?
Ordered on a working day before 3 pm, delivered the next working day in the Netherlands. Belgium takes 1 to 2 working days. I also ship to the rest of Europe and worldwide.