Where to stay in Tbilisi — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Tbilisi is the capital of Georgia, sprawling along the banks of the Kura River. Its old town is full of cobbled lanes, carved wooden balconies, Orthodox churches and the Abanotubani sulphur bathhouse quarter, all set against modern landmarks like the Bridge of Peace. With a warm, friendly vibe, great food and excellent value, it suits every kind of traveller.
Why stay in Tbilisi
A charming old town
Cobbled lanes, houses with carved wooden balconies and ancient churches tucked away in the Old Town district.
Sulphur hot springs
The Abanotubani quarter and its underground brick-domed bathhouses gave the city its name — 'tbili' means warm.
8,000 years of wine culture
Georgia is the birthplace of wine. Try Qvevri clay-jar wine at wine bars all over town.
Great value for travellers
Food, accommodation and the cost of living are all friendly on the wallet — easy travelling on a budget.
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Local dishes to try in Tbilisi
- 1🥟
Khinkali
Large Georgian dumplings wrapped around broth and meat. Hold the pleated top, sip the broth, then bite — the national dish.
📍 Citywide - 2🧀
Khachapuri
Baked bread filled with stretchy cheese. The Adjarian style has an egg and butter in the centre, shaped like a boat.
📍 Citywide - 3🍷
Qvevri clay-jar wine
Local wine fermented in clay jars buried underground, with a rich, distinctive taste unique to Georgia.
📍 Wine Bars - 4🍆
Badrijani
Fried eggplant rolled around a walnut-garlic cream filling and topped with pomegranate — beautifully balanced.
📍 Local restaurants - 5🍢
Mtsvadi
Skewered meat grilled over grapevine coals, served with onions and pomegranate sauce.
📍 Barbecue spots
- 1🏰
Narikala Fortress
An ancient fortress on the hill above the old town. Ride the cable car up for the finest panoramic view of Tbilisi.
📍 Old Town - 2♨️
Abanotubani Sulphur Baths
Underground brick-domed sulphur bathhouses where you can soak and relax the traditional Tbilisi way.
📍 Old Town - 3🌉
Bridge of Peace
A sleek curved glass pedestrian bridge over the Kura River, beautifully lit with LEDs at night.
📍 Rike Park - 4⛪
Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba)
Georgia's largest Orthodox cathedral, standing prominently on a hill overlooking the whole city.
📍 Avlabari - 5🗽
Kartlis Deda (Mother of Georgia)
A statue of a woman holding a sword and a bowl of wine — a symbol of welcoming friends and fighting foes.
📍 Sololaki Hill - 6🛣️
Rustaveli Avenue
The main avenue lined with theatres, museums, shops and classical architectural buildings.
📍 City Centre
Things to do in Tbilisi
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3 Tbilisi hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.2Luxury
★ 9.1Luxury
★ 9.0Upper-midโรงแรมแนะนำทั้งหมดในTbilisi
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Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace
#4 Panoramic view · on the Avlabari hill
Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel Tbilisi
#5 city icon · heart of Rustaveli
Hilton Garden Inn Tbilisi Chavchavadze
#8 dependable chain · Vake district
Ambassadori Tbilisi Hotel
#7 Central location · classic 5-star in Old Town
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🚆 Getting around Tbilisi
Metro
Two main lines cover the key spots, fares are cheap, and you tap on with a MetroMoney card.
Cable car
The cable car from Rike Park up to Narikala Fortress offers lovely old-town views and is very convenient.
Bolt / taxi
The Bolt app is popular and very cheap, easy to hail anywhere, and safer than flagging cabs on the street.
Buses & marshrutkas
Yellow buses and marshrutka minivans run all over the city and out to the surrounding towns.
Where to go next near Tbilisi
BatumiA Black Sea resort town blending pebble beaches, modern skyscrapers, and a lush botanical garden.
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KutaisiOne of the oldest cities in the world, a gateway to UNESCO World Heritage sites and beautiful natural caves.
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MtskhetaAn ancient former capital and the religious heart of Georgian Christianity, full of World Heritage churches.
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Kazbegi (Stepantsminda)A mountain village where the Gergeti church stands out against the snow-capped peak of Mount Kazbek.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Tbilisi
How many days are enough in Tbilisi?+
Three to four days is ideal — enough to see the old town, hot springs and churches, with time to spare for a day trip to Mtskheta or Kazbegi.
Which area should I stay in?+
The Old Town (Sololaki/Abanotubani) is great for soaking up the atmosphere and walking around, while Rustaveli Avenue is handy for shopping and transport.
Is it safe and is English spoken?+
Tbilisi is fairly safe, younger locals speak decent English, and the main tourist signs have English labels.
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