If you are planning a trip to Baku, I would have no hesitation in recommending the Hilton Hotel. It is conveniently and beautifully situated right beside the Caspian Sea and easily walkable into the old town and the main shopping area. From the moment we arrived, we were treated with courtesy and friendliness. The member of staff who checked us in, Qurban, went above and beyond to ensure that we had everything we needed and made us feel as if we were truly valued. An excellent member of staff. Similarly, one of the breakfast staff,Ulkar, again went out of her way to make us feel welcomed and valued. After the first morning, she immediately brought over the coffees that we liked to have. Such thoughtful and genuine service. The breakfast, which is included in the room price was amazing. There was everything you could possibly wish to have for breakfast including a number of healthy options. We were pleased with the bars and the restaurants, which offered relatively good value for money. We made good use of the pool and the sauna too, and it was always clean and well attended by the staff.