Vip Apartment Zanzibar Overview
First Impressions
Walking up to Vip Apartment Zanzibar on Nizami Street, you immediately sense you’re in for something special. This five-star property sits right in the heart of Sabayil district, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better if you tried. I mean, you’re literally steps away from some of Baku‘s most iconic spots — the Flame Towers are practically glowing right above you, and the old city feels like a quick stroll away.
The Luxury Apartment Experience
What struck me most about this place is how it manages to feel like a high-end apartment rather than just another hotel room. The space is genuinely luxurious without being stuffy about it. You’ve got this beautiful kitchen setup that actually makes you want to cook (though with Baku’s incredible dining scene right outside, you might not bother). The attention to detail is what you’d expect from a five-star property — everything from the fixtures to the linens screams quality, but in a way that feels lived-in rather than museum-like.
Location Perfection
Here’s what I love about staying on Nizami Street — you’re in the absolute sweet spot of the city. The Caspian Sea waterfront is just a few minutes’ walk, and trust me, those evening strolls along the boulevard are something else. Couples seem to absolutely adore this area (and I can see why), but honestly, it works for any type of traveler. You can walk to most of the major sights, the shopping is fantastic, and the restaurant options around here range from traditional Azerbaijani spots to international cuisine that’ll surprise you.
Practical Luxuries
What really sets this place apart is how they’ve thought about the little things that matter when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days. The room layout makes perfect sense — there’s space to spread out, proper storage, and windows that give you real views of the city rather than just another building wall. The building itself feels secure and well-maintained, which is something you notice more when you’re staying in an apartment-style setup rather than a traditional hotel.
Why Guests Love It
The 10-out-of-10 rating honestly doesn’t surprise me after staying here. It’s that rare combination of luxury amenities with the comfort of having your own space in one of Baku’s most desirable neighborhoods. You’re close enough to everything that matters — whether that’s business meetings in the financial district or romantic dinners overlooking the Caspian — but the apartment itself becomes a retreat you actually want to return to. The fact that recent guests keep highlighting the location tells you everything you need to know. When you can walk to the old city’s ancient walls in one direction and the ultra-modern shopping centers in another, you know you’ve found that perfect Baku base.
The concierge service in Baku arranges fire temple blessings, Caspian yacht dinners, and backstage entries at Mugham concerts.
Facilities
Spa:
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples’ massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hairstyling
- Hair coloring
- Haircut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Makeup services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Waterslide
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Massage
- Spa
- Solarium
- Fitness center
Shops:
- Convenience store on site
- Hair/Beauty salon
Bedroom:
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
Kitchen:
- High chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities:
- Bingo
- Aerobics
- Archery
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hour
- Themed dinners
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Stand-up comedy
- Bar crawls
- Temporary art galleries
- Badminton equipment
- Tennis equipment
- Water park
- Water sports facilities on site
- Ski-in, ski-out access
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski school
- Ski storage
- Mini golf
- Snorkeling
- Racquetball
- Horseback riding
- Diving
- Bowling
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Windsurfing
- Ping-pong
- Pool table
- Skiing
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Tennis court
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
Common Areas:
- Chapel/Shrine
- Game room
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Grocery deliveries
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Breakfast in the room
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Interconnecting room(s) available
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Suit press
- Iron
Transportation:
- Bicycle rental
- Shuttle service
- Public transit tickets
- Car rental
- Airport shuttle
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Russian
- Turkish
Cleaning Services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Safe
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Laptop safe
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Video
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Business Facilities:
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Building Characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
- Semi-detached
- Detached
Entertainment & Family Services:
- Baby safety gates
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Indoor play area
- Evening entertainment
- Baby safety gates
- Books, DVDs or music for children
- Kids’ club
- Child safety socket covers
- Nightclub/D J
- Entertainment staff
- Karaoke
- Playground
- Babysitting/Child services
House Rules at Vip Apartment Zanzibar
Pets:
- Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Check-in:
- From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Cash only:
- This property only accepts cash payments.
Check-out:
- From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Children & Beds:
- Children of all ages are welcome.
- To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
- No cribs or extra beds are available.
No age restriction:
- There’s no age requirement for check-in
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
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