Four Seasons Hotel Baku, Azerbaijan
- 1 Neftchilar Avenue, AZ1095 Baku, Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan
Saakshee Gahlawat
General Manager
Four Seasons Tenure
- Since 2019
- First Four Seasons Assignment: Director of Rooms, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Employment History
- Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire; Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Management with HR specialization from University of London; Certificate of Higher Education in Hospitality, Oxford Brookes University, UK
Birthplace
- Udhampur, India
Languages Spoken
- English, Hindi
“Luxury for me is felt, and not flaunted, and I constantly strive to maintain a balance of visible warmth with invisible excellence,” believes Saakshee Gahlawat, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Baku.
A keen eye for detail and a strong focus on quality are core skills that have helped Saakshee deliver value and results across multiple luxury hospitality brands in a career spanning over 15 years. She has had the privilege to work across geographies such as USA, the UK, Bermuda and Southeast Asia with diverse and multi-cultural teams.
Saakshee joined Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane in 2019, where she was appointed Director of Rooms before she grew into the position of Hotel Manager in 2022. During her time there, she led a team of more 400 than colleagues and played a key role in driving guest satisfaction and colleague engagement while delivering financial results. She worked closely with the Regional Vice President and General Manager on the hotel’s multi-million-pound renovation, including the successful launch of its Michelin-starred restaurant, Pavyllon London — which earned its star within just six months of opening. Her tenure with Four Seasons also includes a Task Force General Manager role at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire in 2025.
Now, Saakshee brings her global expertise and luxury hospitality values to the gem of Caspian coast as the General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Baku.
The hotel is a beautiful blend of classical grandeur and contemporary luxury, situated at the doorstep of UNESCO World Heritage site. It delivers the finest Four Seasons hospitality amid Azerbaijan’s captivating cultural backdrop.
Away from professional commitments, Saakshee’s journey extends beyond hospitality – she finds joy in family travels alongside her little daughter, cultivating wellness in everyday life, and exploring the captivating narratives of history.
