Intourist Hotel Baku, Autograph Collection
Baku, Azerbaijan
At a Glance
1934 nostalgic grandeur re-interpreted with modern charm and comfort
Great location within walking distances to both Central Baku and the Old City
Fantastic views of either the Caspian Sea, the Baku city, or the garden
Charming dining experience with a nostalgic open-kitchen vibe and Baku's first bubble bar
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The climate of Azerbaijan is continental with warm summers and sub-zero winters. Areas surrounding Baku receive high levels of wind throughout the year making them quite cool, with months between November and Feburary particularly cold. Summers in Azerbaijan, from May until October, are characterized by blue skies and sunny days with occasional heavy rains. The best time to visit Azerbaijan to avoid the height of the summer heat and cold winter are from May-June and September-October.
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Description
A modern boutique hotel perfectly situated at the historic heart of Baku with commanding view of the Caspian Sea, the Intourist Hotel Baku is part of Marriott's Autograph Collection property mixing nostalgic grandeur with contemporary design.
Named after the original Soviet Union agency from the 1934, the Intourist Hotel Baku is a modern interpretation of the nostalgic Baku hospitality, streamlined with the comfort of contemporary amenities and clean, contemporary design. Elements of crystal-embossed wallpaper, highly-venied woods, marbles, deep-colored velvets were used to evoke the richness of the "modern 1934" vibe.
Location is a strong suit of this hotel. Guests staying in the Intourist Hotel Baku are within walking distances to the Central Baku, the Old City and the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, all while enjoying a mesmerizing view of the Caspian Sea from the property. The landmark Baku Eye is literally just opposite of the hotel.
Each of the 150 rooms and suites are equipped with sophisticated modern amenities, including LED TV, international cable and satellite channels, radio, iPod dock, complimentary wireless Internet, mini-refrigerator, coffee and tea-making facilities, in-room safe, ironing board, working desk, as well as marble bathroom fitted with shower, hair dryer, robe and slippers. For families, connecting rooms and cribs can be arranged at prior request.
In the Intourist Restaurant & Bar, dining is an experience in itself. The nostalgic Intourist vibe is very much alive with its open-kitchen, dining nooks, as well as the first bubbles bar in Baku offering enviable selection of vintage spirits, champagnes and vodkas. International menu is served in the restaurant to suit all tastes.
Facilities include a 24-hour fitness club with cardiovascular equipments, as well as the signature spa offering personalized massages, facials, body scrubs, ayurvedic, hair, scalp and eye treatments.
Experiences
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Absheron Peninsula: Fire Temple & Burning Mountain
Admire the UNESCO-listed Zoroastrian Fire Temple of Ateshgyakh and the Burning Mountain Yanar Dagh.
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Azerlime Carpet Manufacturing Center
Gain insights in the carpet-waiving processions, how the nets are made, colored, as well as a show room of ready-made carpets.
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Boat Tour of Caspian Sea
Enjoy a short cruise around the Baku Bay with a picturesque view of the Baku skyline.
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Candy Cane Mountains
Enjoy a surreal day trip out to Candy Cane Mountains.
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Caspian Sea in Private Yacht with Black Caviar & Champagne Tasting
Enjoy a private yacht cruise around the Baku Bay with a picturesque view of the Baku skyline. During the cruise, you will also enjoy black caviar and champagne tasting.
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Dinner at Shirvanshah Museum Restaurant
Enjoy a sumptuous dinner while soaking in the opulent atmosphere of Azeri heritage.
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Drive through Azeri Countryside
Enjoy a scenic drive with stops at Daribaba Mausoleum, Djuma Mosque, Yeddi Gumbaz royal mausoleum and enjoy a Caspean yogurt and butter-making experience with a local family.
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Fascinating Lankaran & Lerik
Visit the Lankaran History and Ethnography, Lankaran Khan House Museum, Hazi Aslanov House Museum, Lankaran Circular Fortress, Boyuk Bazaar and Ibadi Hot Spring. Explore Lerik city with its lush waterfalls, meadows and the Museum of Longevity.
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Gobustan Rock Art & Mud Volcanoes
Be dazzled by the rock carvings of Gobustan National Park and the bizarre Mud Volcanoes.
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Historical Baku Tour
Unravel the Old Town of Baku including Icheri Sheher, Maiden Tower, Museum of Miniature Books, Shirvanshahs’ Palace Complex, Synyk Kala Minaret, the State Carpet Museum and Dagüstü Park for a panoramic view of the city.
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Nobel House Visit with Black Caviar & Champagne Tasting
Not usually open for public, you will visit the famous house of the Nobel Brothers at Villa Petrolea and enjoy black caviar tasting with champagne at the Nobel's museum.
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Pink Salt Lake
Enjoy a surreal day trip out to the pink salt lake of Masazir Golu.
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Qutab-Making Experience
We will visit a local restaurant where you can try your hand at stuffing and wrapping qutabs before baking them in the traditional oven called tandir.
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Remote Quba & Khinalug
Today's full day journey bring you into Northern Azerbaijan, visiting Beshbarmag Dag, Quba's Djuma Mosque, Genocide Memorial Complex and the often-overlooked Khinalug mountain village with its traditional customs before arriving at Baku at night.
Vacation Ideas
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Ultimate Caucasus
Baku, Shaki, Telavi, Tbilisi, Kazbegi, Kutaisi, Mestia, Borjomi, Dilijan & Yerevan
from $6800 pp 14 nights
- Breathtaking valleys ornamented with isolated UNESCO churches and monasteries
- Idyllic retreat to the Caucasus mountains straddling between Europe and Asia
- Sip a glass of Saperavi in style at the oldest wine civilization
Location & directions
Baku, Azerbaijan
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- Firsthand knowledge
- Renowned service
- Award-winning tour operator