Your stay — Medea
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The Property — Medea
The Medea is a no-fuss 3-star on Batumi’s seafront, about a three-minute stroll from the beach. The lobby feels bright and mid-range – polished floors, a slow-turning ceiling fan, a rack of leaflets for day trips. It suits travellers who want a solid bed, air conditioning, and a walkable position near the boulevard without paying for swimming pools or sea views. The USP is location plus price: you’re within a few blocks of the main strip, the cable car station, and a dozen open-air cafes.
Chronicles of Batumi
Batumi was a small fishing port until Russia took it from the Ottoman Empire in 1878; the boom came with the Baku–Batumi oil pipeline, finished in 1907. The city’s architecture snaps from grand 19th-century European boulevards (the work of German and French planners) to today’s glass-and-steel towers and surrealist sculptures. After the 1990s slump, a government-led tourism push turned the seaside promenade into a neon-lit leisure strip. Contemporary Batumi is proudly multi-ethnic – Georgian, Armenian, Russian and Turkish influences run through its food, music and markets. Locals call it the Las Vegas of the Black Sea, for better or worse.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batumi guide →Best months
June and September: warm enough for swimming (24–27°C) but before the July–August crowds and humidity spike. May is also good, though the sea can still be brisk.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak. Batumi fills with domestic tourists and regional visitors; hotel prices roughly double from June. The Black Sea Jazz Festival (late July) and the annual Batumioba harvest festival (late August) draw extra crowds. Expect busy beaches and louder evening streets.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early October: room rates drop 30–50%, the weather is still warm (22–26°C in October), and the promenade is emptier. Sea swimming is possible in May; by October it’s dicey unless you’re hardy.
Weather & packing
Batumi’s climate is humid subtropical – think frequent afternoon showers even in July. Pack a light waterproof jacket, plus sunscreen and a hat for the bright midday sun.
Live City Briefing — Batumi
- The new Batumi tram line (Line 1) opened in March 2026, running from the central bus station to the airport – handy if you’re arriving by air.
- Parliamentary debate on visa-free border crossings for neighbouring countries has caused a reported 20% jump in Turkish day-trippers this summer; expect fuller restaurants on weekend evenings.
- The city’s main swimming beach, Batumi Boulevard, had a full sand replenishment in May 2026 after winter storms – the shoreline is wider and cleaner than last year.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Medea, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 5 or 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from the main street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly above the ground-floor bar (likely at the front of the building) and any room on the first floor, as the bar noise and foot traffic from reception can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, especially 2-4, where mechanical noise carries.
Best views
If the front faces main street Batumi, a higher floor (5-6) front-facing room gives a view of the city and sea glimpse, but expect traffic noise. Back-facing rooms overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings — calmer but no view.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 and 6 tend to be quietest, being above the bar and reception but below the roof level where service machinery might be.
🔊 Noise notes
Batumi's main street has constant traffic, especially motorbikes and dolmus minibuses, from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor bar can host events until midnight on weekends. The lift is of an older type, audible from adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. If arriving late, park on the side street to avoid the main road — the hotel's own parking is limited. 2. Ask for a room with a later checkout; the staff at a 3-star in Batumi are often flexible for direct requests.
- 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 — Medea
Free for all guests – no login constraints, speed around 20 Mbps typical
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No formal digital newsstand or physical papers; occasional lobby print of local Georgian-language daily
Check-in from 14:00 (early bag drop from 10:00), check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs GEL 30, after 14:00 charged a half-night rate
Free; leave behind the front desk. Available from 09:00 to 22:00. No secure lockers.
Step-free access via side ramp (bell button for assistance); lift fits a standard wheelchair; narrow bathroom doorways may be tight for larger wheelchairs
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park at Kolkhetis Street car park, GEL 12 per night (24h). No EV charging on premises or nearby that is confirmed working.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for July stays; GEL 100 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: ბათუმის მირქმის ტაძარი (979 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: მეშვიდე დღის ქრისტიან ადვენტისტები (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: ქრისტე მაცხოვრის ეკლესია (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: ყოველთა ქართველთა წმინდანთა სახელობის დედათა სამონასტრო კომპლექსი (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
პლაზა — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
შინდისის გმირების სახელობის პარკი — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
არქეოლოგიური მუზეუმი — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
ცირკი — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 100 m · ~1 min walk
ავერსი — 981 m · ~12 min walk
ბილიონი — 117 m · ~1 min walk
ბათუმის ავტოსადგური — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they give poor rates and often add hidden fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless works at most terminals. Cash is needed for markets, marshrutkas, and small cafes.
Restaurants: 10% is appreciated but not mandatory; taxis: round up the fare; hotels: 5-10 GEL for housekeeping or porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local cafe or bakery – about 3-5 GEL.
Khachapuri or khinkali from a casual eatery – around 8-12 GEL.
A main course like chashushuli or grilled meat at a family-run restaurant – about 12-18 GEL.
Boulevard area and Old Batumi have stalls selling corn on the cob, churchkhela, and fresh juice; walk along the sea front for pop-up vendors.
Supermarkets like Smart, Nikora, and Carrefour are common for budget groceries.
Batumi Mall or the market near the central square have affordable chains and local stalls; avoid the promenade for high markups.
Marshrutka (minibus) for 0.50 GEL per ride; from the airport take bus No. 9 or 10 into town (0.50 GEL).
Eat at bakeries (sakhlebi) for cheap fresh bread and pastries; buy wine and snacks from supermarkets, not tourist shops; use marshrutkas instead of taxis.
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 Medea
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 100 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · ავერსი — 981 m · ~12 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 Medea?
Request a room on floor 5 or 6 facing the inner courtyard (away from the main street). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Medea?
Avoid rooms directly above the ground-floor bar (likely at the front of the building) and any room on the first floor, as the bar noise and foot traffic from reception can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, especially 2-4, where mechanical noise carries.
Is Medea noisy?
Batumi's main street has constant traffic, especially motorbikes and dolmus minibuses, from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor bar can host events until midnight on weekends. The lift is of an older type, audible from adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Medea?
If the front faces main street Batumi, a higher floor (5-6) front-facing room gives a view of the city and sea glimpse, but expect traffic noise. Back-facing rooms overlook the courtyard or neighbouring buildings — calmer but no view.
What are insider tips for staying at Medea?
1. If arriving late, park on the side street to avoid the main road — the hotel's own parking is limited. 2. Ask for a room with a later checkout; the staff at a 3-star in Batumi are often flexible for direct requests.
What time is check-in at Medea?
Check-in at Medea is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Medea have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests – no login constraints, speed around 20 Mbps typical
Is there a city or tourist tax at Medea?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Medea?
Khachapuri or khinkali from a casual eatery – around 8-12 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Medea?
Marshrutka (minibus) for 0.50 GEL per ride; from the airport take bus No. 9 or 10 into town (0.50 GEL).
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
June and September: warm enough for swimming (24–27°C) but before the July–August crowds and humidity spike. May is also good, though the sea can still be brisk.
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.