The Kempinski Hotel Badambar in Baku is described as “a resort within the city” and prides itself on a blend of modern, luxurious comfort with ancient traditions. Inspired by its unique setting on the old Silk Road between Asia and Europe they have created an elegant and incredibly hospitable hotel offering 280 beautifully designed rooms and suites for all types of guest, ensuring a memorable trip whether for business or pleasure.
INTRODUCTION
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
We arrived in Baku and went straight to our hotel; Kempinski Hotel Badamdar Baku hosted us and gave us 3 nights of complimentary stay in their property including breakfast. After our night on the train, we were secretly glad it was raining so we had no excuse but to make ourselves at home in this award-winning hotel!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
The wonderful staff here offered us our choice of Spa treatments; Jonathan chose an Azeri Hammam, Russian Venik Treatment and traditional Thai Massage while I chose a full facial treatment and massage. Both therapists were so skilled and gave us great advice on looking after ourselves on the road, I can’t stop praising Gabil, the Azeri therapist who happily agreed to be in our video (see our Facebook page), he’s amazing!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
The atmosphere in the spa is beyond relaxation, with a philosophy based on the healing elements of nature and the four seasons. Pure organic herbs and natural products are used for treatments which restore and rejuvenate the body back to a healthy state. There is a range of authentic massages available, from relaxation, deep tissue, Swedish and Thai, to bespoke blends of styles and techniques specifically tailored to the needs of the individual. The steam room and sauna provide natural cleansing through the pores and the relaxation room is perfect for meditation. We walked into the spa believing we felt fine, but we left feeling renewed and revitalized.
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
We wrapped up our quick visit to Baku, Azerbaijan in style as Kempinski Hotel Badamdar Baku offered to take us to the Train station in their own limousine! We can’t recommend this place more; our 4-day visit wasn’t enough so hopefully, we’ll get the chance again one day soon!
You can check details and latest rates on Booking.com, Expedia or visit their website directly at Kempinski Badamdar.
Don’t just take our word for it though, check out their reviews on TripAdvisor
ACCOMMODATION
With every option of room size and requirements for your needs, all are spacious and exceptionally clean and comfortable and most offer tea & coffee facilities too. All rooms feature lovely views from the inner courtyard to the fountains in the park or the Azeri landscape.
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
While the rooms offer the highest level of comfort, it’s so easy to see that the whole hotel has been designed with customer’s enjoyment in mind – so much that it’s difficult to leave and explore the rest of the city!
Room features:
Wireless Internet
In-room safety deposit box
Spacious marble bathroom – shower and bathtub combined
Large desk with office tools
Individually controlled central AC
Minibar
Large flat screen TV
AREA GUIDE
Exact Address Location: Kempinski Hotel Badamdar, Baku, Mushfig Str. 1c, 1006 Baku +994 12 5389090
You don’t have to go far to find cultural and historical experiences, the hotels shuttle bus will take you past the stunning Baku Boulevard and the city’s famous landmark, the Maiden Tower. Venture into the old city, Icheri Sheher or to Gubustan to encounter stone-age carvings!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
To learn more about the Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi you can visit the National Museum of Azerbaijan Literature, or to learn about the ancient craft of carpet making you can find 2000 exquisite examples of this in the State Carpet Museum. Finally the beautiful Azerbaijani State Philharmonic Hall can’t be missed on your visit to this gorgeous city.
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
Nearby Landmarks: Baku Boulevard, the city’s landmark – Maiden Tower, National Museum of Azerbaijan Literature, State Carpet Museum, Azerbaijani State Philharmonic Hall
TIPS
The restaurant offers a twist on the classic local dish Levenghi, traditionally chicken or fish with a walnut stuffing, with an exotic addition of fig & pomegranate. Don’t miss this bestseller!
Make the most of the outstanding spa facilities here, an absolute must-try is the Russian Venik Treatment, we’ve been to Europe, Asia, South and North America and this is the first time we’ve discovered this treatment, and loved it!
AMENITIES
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
The description ‘resort within a city’ is no exaggeration when you see the extensive list of facilities on offer here, most impressively their entertainment center (which includes shopping, billiards, bowling, ice skating) wellness center, gym, pools, tennis & basketball courts and even an outdoor Aqua center with waterslides open during the summer. The concierge & guest relations team can help you with all queries and to plan your stay in Baku, while the business services center allows you to attend to any business needs. Finally they even have a complimentary shuttle service to take you to & from the city center.
Complimentary amenities and services:
Free WIFI access
24-hour reception/concierge on duty
Wake-up service
Car rental reservations
Restaurant/theatre reservations
Foreign currency exchange
Message and phone service
Luggage handling and storage
Shoe Shine Services
Pillow Menu – anti-allergic setup
Guest Services at your disposal – for nominal fee:
Laundry Services
Fresh flower service
Newspaper delivery right to your doorstep
Limousine service/airport transfers
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Services
Pets allowed
The hotel is also wheel-chair accessible.
FOOD
The Badamdar Restaurant offers an informal lunch or dinner setting with a great range of local and international cuisine, but their expert chef can also cater to any request you may have if you are looking for something different.
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
The breakfast menu also features many options including a full English breakfast, with the room service option available you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your bed!
PEOPLE
The treatment and hospitality here is incredible, from the reception staff answering all our inquiries about where to go and eat in town with a permanent smile to the restaurant staff who made me the most delicious hot chocolate (literally like pure melted chocolate) even though it wasn’t on the menu! Their best therapist there is Qabil! Look for him and tell us afterwards if you agree!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
No request was too much for the team here, especially Maksud, the front-desk manager, and his team who helped us in buying our train tickets back to Georgia and then arranging a late check-out so we could wait in comfort until our overnight journey. The comfort did not end here thanks to Elchin who drove us all the way to the train station, carried our luggage and stopped at a restaurant so we could buy food, such great service beyond his duty!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
We have stayed in a lot of hotels and can safely say the staff and customer service really are their company’s best assets! Thank you again!
Luxury Hotel Review – Kempinski Hotel, Baku
You can check details and latest rates on Booking.com, Expedia or visit their website directly at Kempinski Badamdar.
Don’t just take our word for it though, check out their reviews on TripAdvisor
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Note: This is a sponsored hotel stay with the Kempinski Hotel Badamdar, Baku, and all opinions and text are all mine! Thank you to everyone we met who helped to make this such a special experience.