Homestays in Xınalıq

Everything was great exactly like he mentioned on booking. zaur is a fantastic host and his wife is making really good food for a small price. Fantastic view from the house on to the mountains. Thank you Zaur

An amazing place to stay! I highly recommend this experience to everyone! Izzat and his family are some of the kindest, most welcoming people I’ve ever met during my travels — especially little “Niva car racer “ Altay, who stole my heart ❤️ ! Izzat speaks fluent English, and his father speaks Russian, and he’s an incredibly warm and hospitable man — such a great conversationalist! We could talk with him for hours! So communication is never a problem. Izzat also shares fascinating historical insights about the village and organizes unforgettable tours. We went on two: one horseback riding adventure and another to the waterfalls in an old Soviet GAZ 66 car — it was the best day of our trip to Azerbaijan! The food at Izzat’s house is absolutely delicious — big thanks to the wonderful women in the kitchen! And the butter…I swear I could eat just that for the rest of my life. Still dreaming about it! The whole time we were there, it didn’t feel like a regular vacation — it felt like visiting relatives you haven’t seen in years. That deep sense of home, warmth, and genuine care — it’s something truly rare. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, warmth, and hospitality. I will definitely be back — no question about it! 💛

The annex where I stayed is recent and well equipped (given the location) - the best of the experience was how I was made to feel part of the family by Elnur, and the guidance he provided (for hiking, inviting me to a ride in the mountain, to the local bar...) - the guest house is very well located relative to the village

My trip to Xinaliq, Azerbaijan was a truly amazing and unforgettable experience. The hospitality, especially from our host Kamal, was exceptional. He not only provided a warm and welcoming place to stay but also enriched our visit by personally guiding us on a trekking adventure. Kamal led us on a hike through the breathtaking mountains to a beautiful waterfall, making the experience feel authentic and personal. His knowledge of the area and his genuine kindness made the entire experience all the more special. For anyone who loves nature and wants to feel the raw experience of Azerbaijani food and culture, Kamal's hospitality is a reason alone to visit this incredible place. ​The journey to Xinaliq from Baku is a four-hour drive, filled with amazing scenery along the way. To make the most of it, I highly recommend starting the journey in the morning to fully enjoy the views. Then, you can spend the night at Kamal's house and begin your trek to the waterfall in the early morning.