Travel
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) is the main gateway, about 45 minutes from central Baku by car. Direct flights connect from most European hubs like London, Frankfurt and Istanbul.
Here's a short list of hotels across price points. Most are within walking distance of the Old City, downtown and the wedding events.
Baku Boulevard · waterfront
Wonderful
2,665 reviews · Booking.com
Guests rave about the warm, attentive staff (9.5) and the very good breakfast, with sweeping Caspian views from the curved waterfront facade. A reliable five-star base a short walk from the Old City.
Icherisheher · Old City
Exceptional
2,438 reviews · Booking.com
Reviewers consistently call out the exceptional service, beautifully restored rooms and unbeatable Old City location (rated 9.9). The clear favourite if you want character and quiet inside Icherisheher.
Sahil · steps from Old City
Exceptional
474 reviews · Booking.com
Guests highlight the friendly, helpful staff and a fantastic central location steps from the Old City and Fountains Square. A small, design-led hotel that feels like a quiet hideaway in the middle of the action.
Azadliq Square · central
Wonderful
991 reviews · Booking.com
Reviewers love the spacious, spotless rooms, the excellent breakfast and the indoor pool with panoramic Caspian views. Sail-shaped landmark right on Azadliq Square, a five-minute walk from Fountains Square.
Baku Boulevard · waterfront
Exceptional
656 reviews · Booking.com
Reviewers single out the exceptional breakfast, flawless service and stunning sea-view rooms overlooking the Old Town. Widely considered the best stay in Baku — splurge-worthy.