The Merchant Baku
A fitness-and-terrace base with two dining moods
About this hotel
The Merchant Baku covers a family-room basic without cutting corners, air-conditioning, minibar and free WiFi in every room, and adds a fitness centre for anyone keeping up a routine over a long race weekend away from home. The restaurant switches between a modern, family-friendly mood and a more romantic setting depending on the evening, useful for a group that wants a relaxed dinner one night and something more special the next. The terrace and bar give a spot to unwind once the day's sessions are done and the group wants to compare notes on the race. The bar stays open late enough for a group still buzzing after a strong qualifying session or an eventful race afternoon.
- Family rooms with minibar
- Fitness centre, terrace and bar
- Flexible restaurant dining moods
- Free WiFi throughout
Our take
The Merchant Baku earns its place with family rooms, a fitness centre and a restaurant that moves from a family-friendly lunch mood to a more romantic evening setting. The terrace and bar give your group a place to go over the race once the sessions end. I would pick it for families and small groups who want solid four-star basics; fans looking for an Old City address or a full spa should look elsewhere.
- ✓Book the terrace table in advance for a group debrief after a full day at the circuit.
- ✓Use the fitness centre to keep a routine going over a long race weekend away from home.
- ✓Ask for the romantic dining setting if the group wants a special night after the race.
Why we love it
- Fitness centre on site
- Terrace and bar
- Family-friendly and romantic dining moods
- Free WiFi throughout
Why guests love itFamily rooms come with air conditioning, a minibar and free WiFi, which covers the basics for a long Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend. The restaurant is family-friendly and serves both local and international dishes, so fussy eaters and curious ones both find something. Parents who keep up a training routine can use the fitness centre, and the terrace gives a calm spot in the evening. I would ask for a family room when booking.