Your stay — Calligraphy Hotel
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Batumi.
The Property — Calligraphy Hotel
The Calligraphy Hotel feels like a calm, design-led retreat in the middle of Batumi’s busy seaside strip. Its lobby mixes dark wood, soft lighting, and framed calligraphy artworks – an aesthetic that nods to Georgian script traditions. It’s a 3-star property that tries harder than most: clean lines, decent comfort, and a small but good breakfast. Best for travellers who want a quiet base with character, within walking distance of the beach and Boulevard, without paying 4-star prices.
Chronicles of Batumi
Batumi was founded as a Greek colony in the 5th century BC, then spent centuries shifting between Ottoman, Russian, and Georgian control. Its real boom came in the late 19th century, when the Baku–Batumi oil pipeline made it a key Black Sea port. The Soviet era left a thick layer of modernist concrete, but post-1991 redevelopment has been wild: glass towers, a huge Ferris wheel, and the famous Alphabet Tower. Today Batumi is Georgia’s summer party city – a mix of faded Soviet parks, hypermodern casinos, and a lively café culture along the seafront.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batumi guide →Best months
July to September offer warm sea temperatures (23–26°C) and long daylight hours. June is also good but can be wetter. August is busiest.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak season, driven by school holidays and several open-air music festivals along the coast. Hotel prices roughly double, and the beach gets packed. Mid-July also sees the Batumi International Art-House Film Festival.
Budget shoulder season
May and early June, then September to October: prices drop 30–40%, crowds thin out, and weather stays warm enough for swimming until late September.
Weather & packing
Batumi’s subtropical climate means sudden heavy showers even in summer, often followed by intense sun. Pack a compact waterproof jacket and always carry swim trunks or a bikini under your clothes – you’ll want to hit the sea at short notice.
Live City Briefing — Batumi
- The Batumi Boulevard renovation is now complete, giving 7 km of uninterrupted seafront promenade with new bike lanes and play areas.
- A new direct ferry from Istanbul to Batumi starts May 2026, cutting travel time to 12 hours for those coming from Turkey.
- City officials have increased taxi licensing fines after complaints about overcharging tourists near the port; insist on using Bolt or Yandex apps.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Calligraphy Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the courtyard or the quieter side street off Baghi Street. These mid-level floors avoid street-level noise and have better natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise and passersby) and rooms directly overlooking Baghi Street — this is a main road with traffic and pedestrian activity. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if you're a light sleeper.
Best views
Rooms at the back or side of the hotel (not facing Baghi Street) may offer partial sea or city views. The address on Baghi Street puts you in a mixed residential-commercial area, so don't expect panoramic views from all rooms.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5 are generally quietest. Upper floors (6+) may have less street noise but could be closer to any rooftop equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Baghi Street is a through road with buses and cars, especially during daytime. There may be late-night pedestrian noise from nearby bars and restaurants. The lift and service areas can produce intermittent sounds on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Parking in Batumi can be tight — confirm if the hotel has off-street parking or ask about nearby paid lots on Baghi Street. 2. Check-in can be slow during peak season; aim to arrive by 2 PM to avoid queues. 3. If you value quiet, it's worth requesting a courtyard-facing room at the time of booking — this hotel's layout likely has rooms on both sides.
- 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 — Calligraphy Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 25 Mbps download; no login constraints
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand; the building is a converted 19th-century merchant's house with original wrought-iron balcony railings
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 subject to availability; late check-out until 18:00 charged at 50% of one night's rate, after 18:00 full night charge
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures
No step-free access at main entrance (two steps up); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; no lift door for wheelchair width
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at 24 Pushkin Street (200m) costs GEL 15 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: GEL 2.00 per person per night for guests aged 16 and over
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to confirm booking; GEL 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ქვედა პარკი — 449 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
დეილი — 806 m · ~10 min walk
მახინჯაური — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots—they often give poor rates and hidden fees.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; smaller shops and street stalls prefer cash. Contactless and mobile pay are common in chain stores.
Not mandatory but appreciated: 10% in restaurants for good service, round up for taxis, a few lari for hotel porters/cleaning staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or a simple cafe around 3–5 GEL; avoid upscale coffee shops.
A khachapuri or pie from a bakery with a drink, around 6–10 GEL.
A main course at a modest local diner (e.g., khinkali, shkmeruli) – roughly 12–18 GEL.
Along the seaside promenade and near the old town, there are stalls selling corn, lobiani, and grilled corn on the cob; look for busy spots with locals.
Supermarkets like Carrefour, Nikora, and Smart are common in this area for affordable basics.
The central markets or small shops on Gorgiladze Street offer cheap clothing; chain stores in the mall have moderate prices.
Marshrutka (minibus) costs 0.50 GEL per ride, day pass not common; from the airport take bus #10 to the city centre for 0.50 GEL, or a taxi for around 30 GEL.
Eat where locals queue; buy water and snacks at supermarkets not street vendors; use marshrutkas instead of taxis for short trips.
Emergency Contacts
BatumiIn Georgia, dial 112 for general emergencies. English-speaking operators may be available. Batumi is a coastal city in Adjara region. Keep your hotel contact information and passport details readily available.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Batumi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Calligraphy Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport Bus Stop → City center near London Hotel
💡 Buy card (metro card) at kiosks for seamless transfers across city. Route 10 goes to central boulevard.
Batumi Airport main road → London Hotel area / Boulevard
💡 Shared minibus system - wave from roadside. Cheapest option, flag down anywhere along route to London Hotel.
Batumi International Airport (BUS) → London Hotel, Batumi city center
💡 Pre-book through app to avoid surge pricing. Airport taxis at rank are 2-3x more expensive.
Batumi International Airport (BUS) → London Hotel
💡 Book directly with London Hotel reception 24hrs before arrival. Most reliable for luggage; includes hotel information briefing.
About Batumi
Wikipedia ↗
Batumi (; Georgian: ბათუმი pronounced [ˈb̥a'tʰu.mi] ), historically Batum or Batoum, is the second-largest city of Georgia and the capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara, located on the coast of the Black Sea in Georgia's southwest, 20 kilometres (12 mi) north of the border with Turkey. It is...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Calligraphy Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the courtyard or the quieter side street off Baghi Street. These mid-level floors avoid street-level noise and have better natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Calligraphy Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street noise and passersby) and rooms directly overlooking Baghi Street — this is a main road with traffic and pedestrian activity. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if you're a light sleeper.
Is Calligraphy Hotel noisy?
Baghi Street is a through road with buses and cars, especially during daytime. There may be late-night pedestrian noise from nearby bars and restaurants. The lift and service areas can produce intermittent sounds on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Calligraphy Hotel?
Rooms at the back or side of the hotel (not facing Baghi Street) may offer partial sea or city views. The address on Baghi Street puts you in a mixed residential-commercial area, so don't expect panoramic views from all rooms.
What are insider tips for staying at Calligraphy Hotel?
1. Parking in Batumi can be tight — confirm if the hotel has off-street parking or ask about nearby paid lots on Baghi Street. 2. Check-in can be slow during peak season; aim to arrive by 2 PM to avoid queues. 3. If you value quiet, it's worth requesting a courtyard-facing room at the time of booking — this hotel's layout likely has rooms on both sides.
What time is check-in at Calligraphy Hotel?
Check-in at Calligraphy Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Calligraphy Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 25 Mbps download; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Calligraphy Hotel?
GEL 2.00 per person per night for guests aged 16 and over
Where can I eat cheaply near Calligraphy Hotel?
A khachapuri or pie from a bakery with a drink, around 6–10 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Calligraphy Hotel?
Marshrutka (minibus) costs 0.50 GEL per ride, day pass not common; from the airport take bus #10 to the city centre for 0.50 GEL, or a taxi for around 30 GEL.
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
July to September offer warm sea temperatures (23–26°C) and long daylight hours. June is also good but can be wetter. August is busiest.
Top Attractions in Batumi
💡 Free to wander, but sit at Café Adjara for a cheap coffee (3 GEL) to enjoy the acoustics during the 7pm piano performances.
💡 The dolphinarium show costs 15 GEL and is worth it — book morning slots to avoid queues. Park entry is free anytime.
💡 Go at sunrise to watch fishermen haul in nets — quieter and more authentic than the crowded evening promenade.
💡 Free entry only on the last Sunday of each month; otherwise it's 3 GEL. Ask staff to unlock the basement storage — they sometimes show extra finds.
💡 Entry is 7 GEL — cheap by European standards. Take marshrutka #10 from the city centre (0.50 GEL) to the upper gate, then walk downhill through the garden to exit at the sea gate.