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The Ritz-Carlton, Baku
Baku, Azerbaijan · Ritz-Carlton · High Luxury
The tower on Baku Bay was meant to be Trump International Hotel and Tower Baku, and it sat stalled and dormant for years before it finally opened in 2022 as The Ritz-Carlton, Baku. It has 180 rooms in a trophy tower on the waterfront, a contemporary American brasserie and a speakeasy-inspired bar, and Forbes Travel Guide named it Four-Star for 2026.
- 180 rooms
- Opened 2022
- Neighborhood: Nasimi
- Rooms from 678 sq ft (63 m²)
- Interiors: Kristina Zanic Consultants
About The Ritz-Carlton, Baku
- The Ritz-Carlton, Baku opened in 2022 with 180 rooms in a tower on Baku Bay.
- It was built as Trump International Hotel and Tower Baku, and operated under that name until it was rebranded in 2022, after years of dormancy.
- The hotel has a speakeasy-inspired bar and a contemporary American brasserie.
- Forbes Travel Guide named it Four-Star for 2026.
- Entry-level rooms start at 678 sq ft (63 m²).
History
One of the Caucasus' best rebrand stories: the stalled Trump International Hotel & Tower Baku eventually opened in 2022 as The Ritz-Carlton, Baku with 180 rooms — a trophy tower on Baku Bay that spent years dormant under Trump branding.
The setting
25-minute walk to Heydar Aliyev cultural center. 3 km from Dənizkənarı Milli Park.
Experiences
- Ritz Kids programme — Leo the Lion tote and activities, in-room tents on request, children's pool access, and a complimentary cooking masterclass with 24 hours' notice.
- The Ritz-Carlton Club — 13th-floor club lounge with daily food and beverage presentations; for Club Level guests or with a daily pass.
Amenities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Hammam
- Fitness center
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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