Your stay — Palermo Hotel
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The Property — Palermo Hotel
The Palermo Hotel is a straightforward, no-frills 3-star on Xacmaz’s main drag, exactly what you’d expect from a regional business hotel: clean tiled floors, a front desk with passable English, and a lobby that smells of brewed tea. Its main selling point is location—walkable to the central park and a short taxi ride from the Caspian coast. Best for overnighting while transiting between Baku and Quba, or for budget-conscious families who need a safe, central base with parking and hot water.
Chronicles of Xacmaz
Xacmaz grew from a 19th-century Russian railway halt into an agricultural hub, famed for its fruit orchards and dairy farms. Its Soviet-era broad avenues and functional concrete blocks now sit alongside a few renovated boulevards, a modern Heydar Aliyev Center, and a quiet Caspian beach strip. Today it feels like a relaxed provincial town with a mixed Lezgin-Azeri identity, more about domestic tourism than foreign visitors. The nearby Xudat fortress ruins and the Shahdagh mountains draw day-trippers, but Xacmaz itself remains a low-key stopover, not a destination.
Best Time to Visit
Full Xacmaz guide →Best months
July, August, early September for beach weather on the Caspian coast (26-30°C), with low humidity and long daylight hours. Weekday stays avoid local weekenders from Baku.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak for domestic beach holidays; hotel rates can rise 30-50% and rooms book up on weekends. No single festival drives this—it’s plain summer heat pulling families to the sea.
Budget shoulder season
May–June and late September–October: milder temps (18-25°C), thin crowds, and rates often 20% below August. Good for hiking in the nearby forests without the coastal humidity.
Weather & packing
Xacmaz gets occasional sudden rain showers even in July, so a lightweight waterproof jacket is smart. Pack for hot days (shorts, sun hat, swimwear) but bring one long-sleeve layer for cooler evenings on the coast.
Live City Briefing — Xacmaz
- The Baku–Xacmaz highway upgrade is nearly complete, cutting travel time to about 1.5 hours—but expect single-lane diversions near Quba until late 2026.
- Xacmaz’s central park has been renovated with new playgrounds and a fountain; the weekly Saturday bazaar (local produce, honey, cheese) is active again after pandemic pauses.
- Caspian beach access is free but facilities remain basic—bring your own umbrella, as rental kiosks are limited and often absent on weekdays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Palermo Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor facing away from the main road. The third floor is high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance and reception; they often pick up lobby noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast area or service entrance, which can be noisy from 7am.
Best views
Rooms at the front overlook the main street with a view of the town's central avenue; if you prefer a quieter outlook, ask for a rear-facing room with a courtyard or side-street view.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are generally quietest, as they buffer street noise and have no roof-level maintenance.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on the main road through Xacmaz, so traffic noise is present from around 6am to late evening. Occasional buses and trucks pass. The lift shaft is central, so rooms next to it may hear movement.
Insider tips
Parking is limited; ask in advance about reserving a space. The breakfast is served from 8am; going earlier (7.45) means quieter atmosphere and fresh pastries.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Palermo Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; no paid upgrade available
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or press reader; satellite TV with Russian and Azerbaijani channels only
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag drop allowed; late check-out until 18:00 costs AZN 30
Free luggage storage at reception during day of check-in/out
No step-free main entrance; two steps at front door; no wheelchair-accessible toilets or room; lift is standard width
Free on-site outdoor parking for up to 20 cars; nearest public car park is 500m away (AZN 3/night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; AZN 100 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Böyük məscid (716 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
KQafqaz Otel — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Azerbaijani Manat, AZN
Change money at banks or official exchange offices in Xacmaz town centre; avoid airport kiosks and tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.
Cards are accepted at most hotels and larger shops, but smaller eateries and market stalls prefer cash; contactless is becoming common in chain stores.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (about 10%), skip tips for taxis, and leave a few manat for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple Turkish-style coffee at a local café costs around 2-3 AZN.
A filling lunch of plov (rice pilaf) or a meat stew at a lokanta (eatery) runs 5-7 AZN.
A main course of grilled kebab or dolma at a straightforward restaurant sets you back 8-12 AZN.
Look for street stalls in the main bazaar area near the town centre for qutab (stuffed flatbread) and shawarma for 2-5 AZN.
The budget supermarket chains here are 'Araz' and 'BazarStore' outlets.
Affordable clothing is found at the central market or small independent shops along Heydar Aliyev Avenue.
Minibuses (marshrutkas) cost 1 AZN per ride; to/from the nearest airport (Quba or Baku) take a shared taxi from the central bus station for about 10-15 AZN per seat.
Eat at lokantas frequented by locals rather than tourist-facing restaurants. Use minibuses instead of taxis for short trips. Buy tea and snacks at the bazaar rather than at cafés.
Emergency Contacts
XacmazThese numbers work nationwide in Azerbaijan. For local assistance in Xaçmaz, call the district police department on 023 115 (not for emergencies; use 102 for urgent matters). Hospitals: Xaçmaz Central Hospital, +994 23 115 74 60.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Xacmaz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Palermo Hotel
🕒 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 metro) → Xacmaz Railway Station
💡 Cheapest option but slow and infrequent. The station in Xacmaz is a 10-min walk from Maral Gol. Bring your own snacks and water.
Xacmaz Bus Station → Maral Gol Hotel
💡 Look for the old Lada cars or use the local Bolt coverage. Confirm the driver knows Maral Gol by its sign near the lake, not just the address.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) → Maral Gol Hotel, Xacmaz
💡 Negotiate the fare before you get in, or use the Bolt app if you have mobile data. Drivers at the airport often start at 60 AZN.
Baku International Bus Terminal (at Koroglu metro) → Xacmaz Bus Station
💡 The bus drops you at the town station; from there take a short taxi (3 AZN) to Maral Gol. Buy your ticket at the terminal counter, not online.
About Xacmaz
Wikipedia ↗
Xaçmaz (also, Khachmaz and Khachmas) is a village and the most populous municipality, except for the capital Oghuz, in the Oghuz District of Azerbaijan. It has a population of 6,234. The municipality consists of the villages of Xaçmaz and Abdallı.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Palermo Hotel?
Request a room on the third floor facing away from the main road. The third floor is high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Palermo Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance and reception; they often pick up lobby noise and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast area or service entrance, which can be noisy from 7am.
Is Palermo Hotel noisy?
The hotel is on the main road through Xacmaz, so traffic noise is present from around 6am to late evening. Occasional buses and trucks pass. The lift shaft is central, so rooms next to it may hear movement.
Which rooms have the best views at Palermo Hotel?
Rooms at the front overlook the main street with a view of the town's central avenue; if you prefer a quieter outlook, ask for a rear-facing room with a courtyard or side-street view.
What are insider tips for staying at Palermo Hotel?
Parking is limited; ask in advance about reserving a space. The breakfast is served from 8am; going earlier (7.45) means quieter atmosphere and fresh pastries.
What time is check-in at Palermo Hotel?
Check-in at Palermo Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palermo Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in rooms and lobby; no paid upgrade available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palermo Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Palermo Hotel?
A filling lunch of plov (rice pilaf) or a meat stew at a lokanta (eatery) runs 5-7 AZN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palermo Hotel?
Minibuses (marshrutkas) cost 1 AZN per ride; to/from the nearest airport (Quba or Baku) take a shared taxi from the central bus station for about 10-15 AZN per seat.
When is the best time to visit Xacmaz?
July, August, early September for beach weather on the Caspian coast (26-30°C), with low humidity and long daylight hours. Weekday stays avoid local weekenders from Baku.
Top Attractions in Xacmaz
💡 Go late afternoon when the heat drops and locals gather. The ice cream kiosk near the main fountain is reliable.
💡 Good for a quiet read or picnic. The free public WC near the entrance is cleaner than most in town.
💡 Not much to see in terms of structures, but if you walk 100m south there’s a small hill with good views over the rooftops. Bring water — no shade.
💡 Take bus 12 from the centre to Nabran (0.50 AZN). Weekdays are quiet; weekends get busy with families. No changing facilities, so wear your swimwear under clothes.
💡 Entry is 1 AZN. The staff may offer to unlock a separate room with older artefacts — take them up on it. Allow 45 minutes.