The Sultan Inn Boutique sits at Boyuk Gala street 20 in the Old City (Icherisheher), which means you step out of the door into the car-free lanes of the UNESCO-listed walled town. It is a four-star boutique property in Expedia's listing, with an outdoor pool, free self-parking, free WiFi in all rooms, a restaurant and a terrace. Guests also get tour and ticket assistance, airport pickup for a fee and the quiet that comes from a car-free address. The setting is the draw: the Maiden Tower, the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and the gates to Nizami Street are on foot, and the Boulevard is a short stroll downhill. It is the choice for travellers who prefer atmosphere to scale and want to walk into the medieval city at dawn before the tour groups arrive.
Location and getting around: staying inside the walls means everything in the Old City is a few minutes on foot, and the metro, Nizami Street shopping and the seafront are close. The trade-off is that taxis cannot reach every lane, so luggage may be handled on the last stretch, and the cobbles are bumpy for wheeled bags. Arrange airport pickup in advance, and check the exact entrance with the hotel before arrival, because the lanes are not on every map.
The rooms: expect a small, intimate property in a building that sits among the stone lanes. The listing mentions features such as in-room workspaces, separate sitting areas, kettles and free tea and coffee in some categories. Ask for a room away from the restaurant terrace if you want an early night, and confirm what is included in your rate.
Who it suits: couples, history lovers and solo travellers who want the Old City on their doorstep and do not need a big-hotel spa. What to know: the hotel is small, so book early for peak months; there is no official site we could verify, so book through Expedia and confirm details with the property. Evenings are lively with rooftop terraces nearby, and the area is generally safe and well lit, though the lanes are best handled in sturdy shoes.
Why stay here
- ✓Inside the Old City walls
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Free WiFi in all rooms
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Tour and ticket assistance
- ✓Airport pickup on request
Good questions
Where is the Sultan Inn?+
It is on Boyuk Gala street in the Old City, within the walls. The Maiden Tower and the Shirvanshahs Palace are a short walk away.
Does it have a pool?+
Expedia's listing shows an outdoor pool, a terrace and a restaurant. Check the hotel for seasonal opening of the pool.
Can a taxi reach the door?+
The Old City is largely car-free, so a taxi may drop you at the edge of the lanes. Ask the hotel for precise arrival directions or pickup.
