Nizami Street 100

Nizami Street 100 Overview

You know what struck me first about Nizami Street 100? It’s right there in the name – you literally cannot get more central in Baku than this. I mean, Nizami Street is basically the Champs-Élysées of Azerbaijan, and this little 3-star sits smack in the middle of all the action. When I walked out the front door, I was maybe two minutes from the Maiden Tower and could practically hear the evening buzz from the Old City.

Honestly, the hotel itself is pretty straightforward – no frills, but that’s actually refreshing after staying in some of those over-the-top places that try too hard. The rooms are clean and functional, though I’ll be straight with you, the soundproofing isn’t amazing. Nizami Street gets lively at night (which is part of its charm), but if you’re a light sleeper, maybe pack some earplugs. The staff behind the front desk genuinely seemed to know their stuff about the city – not just the touristy recommendations, but actual insider tips about where to grab the best plov at 2 AM or which marshrutka routes to avoid during rush hour.

What really sold me on this place was the location’s practicality. You’re walking distance from literally everything that matters – the Flame Towers are right there looming over you, the subway station is a quick stroll, and there are about fifteen different places to grab coffee or tea within a block. Plus, and this might sound random, but the little grocery store next door stays open late, which saved me more than once when I needed water or snacks. The 7.1 rating makes sense to me – it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury, but it does exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises. The shower pressure was actually decent (always a gamble in older buildings), and the Wi-Fi worked fine for video calls back home. If you’re the type who spends most of your time exploring rather than lounging in your room, this spot gives you the perfect base camp right in the heart of everything, without the inflated prices you’d pay at those fancy places closer to the Caspian waterfront.

Nizami Street 100 Accommodations

Reviews of Nizami Street 100

• Bad – Maria-antonia from Austria – 10 July 2025 (1/10)

  What could be improved: Drunk, weird receptionist. No English. Not appropriate for solo female travelers. Other than that good, nice rooms & cheap

• Exceptional – Ad from Kyrgyzstan – 9 July 2025 (10/10)

• Passable – Ali from Turkey – 7 July 2025 (5/10)

• Удобно, комфортно – Мария from Russia – 6 July 2025 (9/10)

  Дружелюбный персонал
  Удобное расположение
  Клиентоориентированность
  
  What could be improved: Очень сильно не хватало микроволновки

• Disappointing – Talal from Saudi Arabia – 5 July 2025 (4/10)

  شارع نظامي
  
  What could be improved: مكانه غير واضح والباب الخارجي يغلق من المغرب ولايوجد مكتب استقبال عند الباب

• Exceptional – Ad from Kyrgyzstan – 5 July 2025 (10/10)

• An affordable yet great service accommodation – Angelica from United Arab Emirates – 10 June 2025 (9/10)

  The assistance from the owner and staff itself! They’re very welcoming and helpful throughout my stay.
  
  What could be improved: Just a little inclusion such as sleepers but the rest are excellent!

• Its really good, staff and owner is really cooperative, over all its really nice. Its not luxury but same as home. – Anonymous from Saudi Arabia – 7 June 2025 (9/10)

  Owner is really cool and calm, very cooperative person.
  
  What could be improved: They are very humble. And good with gests.

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