Your stay — Şəfa Sanatoriyası
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Emergency Contacts
NaftalanFor all emergencies in Azerbaijan, dial 112 for a single emergency number that connects to police, ambulance, and fire services. Local numbers 102, 103, and 101 still work in Naftalan. Tourists should also have their embassy's consular number handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Naftalan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Şəfa Sanatoriyası
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Baku Railway Station (28 May) → Ganja Railway Station, then taxi (30 mins) to Gold Naftalan Hotel
💡 The overnight sleeper from Baku is a good choice, arriving Ganja early. From the station, grab a Bolt taxi to Naftalan—about 20 AZN. The train is reliable in mild weather, but delays happen in winter.
Naftalan Bus Station → Çinar Otel Spa Naftalan
💡 No meter system here. Agree the fare before getting in—3 AZN is the standard for this short ride. For walking, it's 1.5 km along Nəsimi Street, but roads are dusty.
Ganja International Airport (KVD) → Çinar Otel Spa Naftalan
💡 Pre-arrange via the hotel for a fixed rate around 40 AZN. Drivers from the airport rank often ask for 60–70 AZN; haggle or use Bolt app if available.
Ganja Railway Station or Central Bazaar → Gold Naftalan Hotel, Naftalan
💡 Bargain hard for shared taxis—locals pay 5 AZN. These run along the M2 highway; they’ll drop you at the hotel entrance if you ask. Not great for large luggage.
Baku International Bus Terminal (BIBT) → Naftalan Bus Station, then bus 1 or walk 20 mins to Gold Naftalan Hotel
💡 Buy the ticket at the terminal kiosk; no advance booking online. Sit on the left side for views of the Ganja plain. The bus drops you near the central roundabout—head northwest on Heydar Aliyev Street.
Baku International Bus Terminal → Naftalan Bus Station
💡 Buses are basic but reliable. From Naftalan bus station, take a taxi (3 AZN, 10 mins) to Çinar Otel. Book your return ticket a day ahead—afternoon services fill up.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD), Baku → Gold Naftalan Hotel, Naftalan
💡 Book through Bolt or Uber app from Baku airport—it’s cheaper than street taxis. Expect about 4 hours with traffic. Confirm the driver knows the hotel (Gold Naftalan Qold Otel) as it’s new.
Baku city centre or Heydar Aliyev International Airport → Çinar Otel Spa Naftalan
💡 This is a 5-hour drive. Break it at Ganja for lunch. Use Bolt or Uber in Baku to get a fair price, then negotiate a flat rate for the full trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Şəfa Sanatoriyası?
Check-in at Şəfa Sanatoriyası is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Naftalan
💡 Bring your own water bottle – the only café nearby is overpriced for tourists.
💡 The oil is thick and dark, so don't lean in too close. It's safely enclosed, but the smell is strong.
💡 The best light for photos is late afternoon, when the sun hits the metal plaque at the base.
💡 Ask the curator for the English-language pamphlet — there's often one behind the desk, even if it's not on display.
💡 The staff speak limited English, but they're happy to show you around. A donation of a few manat is appreciated but not required.
💡 Look for the chess tables near the eastern entrance — locals play most afternoons, and you can often join in if you nod and smile.
💡 It's on the north-facing wall, so best photographed in the morning. Part of the mosaic has crumbled; be careful not to walk on fallen tiles.
💡 Best in late afternoon when the light hits the lake. Locals come here to walk dogs and chat — it's a good spot for people-watching.