Pilot Apart Hotel
Baku
Kitchenette · 25–100 m² · Sleeps 7
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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Baku
12 stays · 11 aparthotels and 1 serviced apartments
Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Baku suit visitors who want a kitchen and a separate living area rather than a single room, whether that is a family exploring the Caspian waterfront, a business traveller on a multi-week project or someone relocating for a few months. Most of the sights are concentrated along a short stretch of coast, so a stay near the centre keeps almost everything within walking distance or a short metro ride.
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Where to stay in Baku
Old City (Icheri Sheher)
- first-time visitors
- sightseeing
- walkers
The walled Old City holds the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, the Maiden Tower and a number of historic mosques and caravanserais. It is compact and largely a place to walk, with cafés and restaurants in the lanes. The Icheri Sheher metro station serves it directly, and the Seaside Boulevard is a short stroll away.
Stays in or near Old City (Icheri Sheher)
- R Apart Hotel · in the area
- Old City Hatefi Apartments · about 200 m away
- Old Rooms Hotel · about 300 m away
- Apartments by Passage · about 800 m away
Seaside Boulevard
- families
- waterfront walks
- leisure
The Seaside Boulevard runs along the bay and, since the Yeni Bulvar extension of 2012, stretches for about 3.75 km. Along it are parks, an amusement park, the Baku Ferris Wheel, the Carpet Museum and National Flag Square. It suits families and anyone who likes to walk or jog by the water in the evening.
Stays in or near Seaside Boulevard
- Old City Hatefi Apartments · about 600 m away
- R Apart Hotel · about 600 m away
- Old Rooms Hotel · about 800 m away
- Rest Studios · about 600 m away
Nizami Street
- shopping
- business travel
- city-centre stays
Nizami Street is the main pedestrian shopping avenue of downtown Baku, lined with late nineteenth-century buildings, shops and cafés. Wikivoyage places it between the Sahil and 28 May metro stations and close to the Old City, which makes it a practical base for a first stay or for work in the centre.
Stays in or near Nizami Street
- Apartments by Passage · about 300 m away
- Old Rooms Hotel · about 500 m away
- R Apart Hotel · about 700 m away
- Old City Hatefi Apartments · about 700 m away
Flame Towers
- views
- business travel
- short breaks
The three Flame Towers are covered in LED screens that Wikipedia says are visible from the furthest points of the city. Wikivoyage lists them on Mehdi Huseyn Street next to Parliament, and suggests reaching them by funicular or bus, so they suit visitors who want a base with views and are happy to use public transport.
Stays in or near Flame Towers
- R Apart Hotel · about 800 m away
- Old City Hatefi Apartments · about 900 m away
- Old Rooms Hotel · about 1 km away
- Rest Studios · about 800 m away
Ganjlik
- long stays
- metro access
Ganjlik (Gənclik) lies north of the historic core and has its own metro station, so the centre is a short ride away. It suits longer stays where being on the metro line matters more than being beside the sights.
Stays in or near Ganjlik
- Pilot Apart Hotel · about 1 km away
Getting around Baku
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is roughly 25 km from the city centre. The H1 Airport Express bus runs between the airport and the city, calling at the Koroglu transport hub and the 28 May metro station, and the airport operator announced in 2024 that it operates around the clock. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and payment is by BakiKart or the M10 and Birbank mobile apps. Taxis are the other common option.
The Baku Metro has three lines and 27 stations, and it is run by Baku Metro CJSC. The BakiKart smart card pays for both the metro and BakuBus, and the operator also lists a QR ticket and contactless payment as options. The Old City, Nizami, 28 May and Ganjlik areas all have stations. Much of the centre, including the Old City, Nizami Street and the boulevard, is easy to cover on foot.
Living in Baku for longer
For a stay of several weeks, a base with a kitchen makes sense near a metro station such as Ganjlik, which gives straightforward access to the centre. Central areas such as Nizami Street and the Old City have more restaurants and cafés, which can be convenient when you are working during the day and want an easy evening.
The Seaside Boulevard is the city's main open space for walking and exercise, and the centre has a good concentration of shopping on and around Nizami Street. If you are arriving to work, check the neighbourhood's metro access before booking, as that shapes the commute more than distance alone. The guide to serviced apartments for relocation covers the wider practicalities.
When to visit Baku
Baku has a dry climate with hot summers and cool, occasionally wet winters, and it is known as the City of Winds because strong winds blow through the year. Annual rainfall is low, at around 200 mm. Summer suits the waterfront and evening walks, while winter storms can be fierce.
Baku hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2012, the European Games in 2015 and matches at UEFA Euro 2020, and its street circuit along the shore is used for Formula 1. Check event dates and transport arrangements well ahead if your trip overlaps a major event.
Baku sits on the western shore of the Caspian Sea and is the capital of Azerbaijan. Its Old City, Icheri Sheher, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000, and it is set against a modern skyline that includes the three Flame Towers. This page looks at the districts where visitors tend to stay, how to get around, and when the weather suits a longer visit. For general background on the format, see what an aparthotel is, or browse other options across Azerbaijan.
Long-stay tips for Baku
Of the 12 properties here, 5 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 6 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 6 include some form of housekeeping and 10 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.
7 properties list a full kitchen and 5 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 51 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Other cities in Azerbaijan
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Qusar, Sheki and Nardaran.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Baku?
For a first visit, the Old City, Nizami Street and the Seaside Boulevard put most sights within walking distance. For longer stays, Ganjlik has its own metro station for easy access to the centre.
How do I get from Baku airport to the city centre?
The H1 Airport Express bus runs between Heydar Aliyev International Airport and the city, stopping at Koroglu and 28 May metro station, and takes about 30 minutes. Taxis are the other main option.
Does Baku have a metro?
Yes. The Baku Metro has three lines and 27 stations, and the BakiKart smart card is used on the metro and BakuBus. Stations include Icheri Sheher for the Old City, Nizami, 28 May and Ganjlik.
Why is Baku called the City of Winds?
Wikipedia notes strong winds blow in the city throughout the year, and it is known by that nickname. It also has a dry climate with only about 200 mm of rain annually.
How many aparthotels are there in Baku?
We currently list 12 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Baku.
Do aparthotels in Baku have kitchens?
12 of the 12 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Baku have a washing machine?
5 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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