Your stay — Hostel 47
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The Property — Hostel 47
Hostel 47 is a social, budget-friendly spot three blocks from Batumi’s beachfront. The lobby mixes exposed brick with bright mismatched furniture, a bulletin board plastered with local tour flyers, and the constant low hum of a Nespresso machine. It suits solo travellers and small groups who want to meet people rather than retreat to their room — think shared dorm-style spaces, a communal kitchen, and staff who can point you to the cheapest khinkali in town. Don't expect silence after 10pm.
Chronicles of Batumi
Batumi was a small fishing port until the late 19th century, when Russia built the Transcaucasian Railway and turned it into a key oil-export terminal. Its architectural identity is a curious mix: 19th-century European boulevards rub shoulders with Soviet concrete, and the recent casino boom has added garish neon towers along the waterfront. After the 1990s civil unrest, Georgia’s government poured money into tourism, transforming the coast with a palm-lined promenade and a skyline punctuated by the absurdly tall Alphabet Tower. Today Batumi markets itself as the 'Las Vegas of the Black Sea' — a place where beach holidays sit beside 24-hour gambling dens.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batumi guide →Best months
June and September. June offers warm sea temperatures and long daylight hours without the full crush of August crowds. September holds summer heat but with lighter footfall and cheaper room rates.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak, driven by the Batumi International Art-House Film Festival (mid-August) and domestic holidaymakers. Room prices at Hostel 47 can jump 50–70% from July averages, and advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best budget months. May has pleasant 20°C afternoons and blossom; October stays mild into the first half, with fewer tourists and dorm beds available for around 25 GEL per night.
Weather & packing
Batumi sits in a subtropical humidity pocket — summer feels stickier than the Black Sea coast’s average. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket; sudden afternoon downpours are common, even in July.
Live City Briefing — Batumi
- The Batumi–Tbilisi railway line is undergoing sleeper upgrades in 2026, so some overnight services may be replaced by daytime or indirect buses; check Georgian Railway’s site before booking.
- A new pedestrian bridge over the Batumi Canal opened in May 2026, cutting the walk from Hostel 47 to the beach by about five minutes.
- Summer 2026 sees an extended smoking ban on the central beach strip (from the Ferris wheel to the Sheraton), so expect fewer cigarette smells but more uniformed patrols.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel 47, 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 side street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure in an older building. The rear-facing rooms are quieter than those on the main boulevard.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) — they suffer from street noise and potential foot traffic from the lobby. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift shaft or stairwell, as mechanical hum and door slamming carry up through the core. Rooms at the front on lower floors (2-3) will get traffic noise from Batumi's main roads.
Best views
Front-facing rooms of upper floors (5+) have sea glimpses across Batumi's boulevard. Rear or side rooms look onto neighbouring buildings but get less traffic roar. There is no standout landmark view given the generic address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are the quietest in a typical mid-rise building. The upper floors (if it has 6+) may have less street noise but can be hotter in summer due to rooftop heat gain.
🔊 Noise notes
Batumi's main streets carry heavy summer traffic, especially taxis and tour buses. The hostel is on a mixed commercial-residential street near the boulevard, so expect pedestrian chatter, occasional revving scooters, and music from nearby cafes. Lift machinery can hum in adjacent rooms — ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
1. Check in early afternoon to secure a courtyard-facing room — the front desk is usually flexible with allocation if rooms are free. 2. If driving, ask about the hotel's parking arrangement — on-street parking in Batumi can be chaotic; many hotels have a paid lot nearby that reception can book for you.
- 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 — Hostel 47
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just select the network.
No lift. Three floors served only by stairs.
No newspapers or digital news services. The building is a converted 1950s townhouse with original wooden stair railings.
Check-in 14:00–23:00 (late arrivals by prior arrangement); early bag-drop free from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 20 GEL.
Free luggage room in ground-floor lobby, open 08:00–22:00; no overnight storage.
No step-free access: one step at entrance, narrow doorways, stairs only. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site parking. Cheapest option: At 24 Gorgiladze Street (public lot, 20 GEL per night). Free street parking after 20:00. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 50 GEL cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ბათუმი მოლი — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
მემედ აბაშიძის სახლ-მუზეუმი — 528 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 105 m · ~1 min walk
ავერსი — 141 m · ~2 min walk
ორი ნაბიჯი — 147 m · ~2 min walk
ავტობუსები თბილისში — 770 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Change money at exchange points in the city centre (Rustaveli Avenue area) for fair rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange kiosks as they typically offer poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless payments common; Amex rarely accepted; carry cash for smaller shops, markets, and taxis.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included (check bill). Taxis: round up to nearest lari. Hotel staff: 5-10 GEL for porters, optional for cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a street stall or local cafe: 3-5 GEL.
Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho from a casual cafe: 10-15 GEL.
A main course of grilled meat or fish at a simple restaurant: 15-25 GEL.
Head to the Batumi Boulevard area or the market near the old town for cheap khachapuri, churchkhela, and grilled corn.
Carrefour, Goodwill, and Nikora supermarkets are common in Batumi.
Affordable clothing at Batumi’s central bazaar (Bazari) and chain stores like Zara and LC Waikiki in the city centre.
Cheapest way around is by marshrutka (shared minibus) at 0.50–1 GEL. From the airport, take marshrutka #10 or #12 into town (1 GEL), or a taxi for about 20-30 GEL.
1. Buy food from local markets and street stalls rather than tourist-heavy restaurants. 2. Use marshrutkas instead of taxis for short trips. 3. Avoid currency exchange at the airport; use city centre exchanges.
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 Hostel 47
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 105 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · ავერსი — 141 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 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 Hostel 47?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the courtyard or the side street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure in an older building. The rear-facing rooms are quieter than those on the main boulevard.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel 47?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (ground level) — they suffer from street noise and potential foot traffic from the lobby. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift shaft or stairwell, as mechanical hum and door slamming carry up through the core. Rooms at the front on lower floors (2-3) will get traffic noise from Batumi's main roads.
Is Hostel 47 noisy?
Batumi's main streets carry heavy summer traffic, especially taxis and tour buses. The hostel is on a mixed commercial-residential street near the boulevard, so expect pedestrian chatter, occasional revving scooters, and music from nearby cafes. Lift machinery can hum in adjacent rooms — ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel 47?
Front-facing rooms of upper floors (5+) have sea glimpses across Batumi's boulevard. Rear or side rooms look onto neighbouring buildings but get less traffic roar. There is no standout landmark view given the generic address.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel 47?
1. Check in early afternoon to secure a courtyard-facing room — the front desk is usually flexible with allocation if rooms are free. 2. If driving, ask about the hotel's parking arrangement — on-street parking in Batumi can be chaotic; many hotels have a paid lot nearby that reception can book for you.
What time is check-in at Hostel 47?
Check-in at Hostel 47 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel 47 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 15 Mbps download; no login required, just select the network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel 47?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel 47?
Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho from a casual cafe: 10-15 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel 47?
Cheapest way around is by marshrutka (shared minibus) at 0.50–1 GEL. From the airport, take marshrutka #10 or #12 into town (1 GEL), or a taxi for about 20-30 GEL.
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
June and September. June offers warm sea temperatures and long daylight hours without the full crush of August crowds. September holds summer heat but with lighter footfall and cheaper room rates.
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.