Your stay — Queen Tamar
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The Property — Queen Tamar
Queen Tamar is a compact 3-star with a clear USP: a central location two blocks from Batumi Boulevard and the beach, plus a small rooftop pool with sea views. The lobby is functional vinyl-floored and bathed in natural light, staffed by efficient young receptionists who speak good English. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, no-frills base with a quick walk to the promenade and old town, not a resort stay.
Chronicles of Batumi
Batumi began as a Greek colony called Bathys, meaning 'deep harbour', and was an Ottoman fort until Russia seized it in 1878. Its late-19th-century boom as a Black Sea oil terminus for the Baku pipeline gave it a belle-époque core of European-style casinos and hotels. Stalin-era modernist blocks now clash with wild 2010s starchitecture like the Alphabet Tower and twin Sheraton Casino towers. Today Batumi is Georgia's casino capital and a summer party hub, drawing Turkish, Armenian and Russian visitors to its palm-fringed promenade.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batumi guide →Best months
May-early June and September: warm enough for beach days and rooftop pool lounging, but without the July-August crush of day-trippers and car traffic. Hotel rates are still moderate.
Peak / festival surge
July-August is the high season. Batumi fills with families from Tbilisi and charter groups from Tel Aviv and Warsaw for the Black Sea beach season. Hotel prices at Queen Tamar roughly double from June levels. The Batumi Jazz Festival (late July) adds extra demand; book before March.
Budget shoulder season
Late September-October brings fewer crowds and 20-25°C days, with hotel discounts of 30-40% versus August. Sea swimming is still possible in early October. April is cool but dead cheap if you stick to the boulevard and cafes.
Weather & packing
Batumi is the wettest city in Georgia: even in July a sudden tropical downpour can flood streets for 20 minutes. Pack a windproof rain jacket you can pull over your swimsuit, and sandals that dry fast.
Live City Briefing — Batumi
- The Batumi cable car (Argo) resumed normal operation in April 2026 after winter maintenance; queues at peak hours (5-7pm) are 30+ minutes.
- A new bike lane on Chavchavadze Street, connecting the central market to the beachfront, opened in March 2026; rental e-bikes from BatumVelo are 2 GEL per hour.
- Georgia introduced a digital customs declaration for cash over 10,000 GEL in May 2026; Turkish-day-tripper crossings at Sarpi increased 15% this season, so border-bound taxis are busier.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Queen Tamar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard (not the street). These mid-level rooms avoid ground-floor street noise and are above the lobby bustle, yet low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no street view, potential noise from lobby/entrance) and any room facing Tamar Mepe Hill (side street with delivery trucks and occasional night traffic)
Best views
Rooms on the 2nd-4th floors facing the street offer a partial view of the old town rooftops and the sea about 300m away (best from 4th floor). Courtyard views are green but of neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors (interior-facing) are quietest; solid concrete construction typical for 2000s Batumi buildings helps, but courtyard side is key.
🔊 Noise notes
Tamar Mepe Hill is a secondary access road, so morning truck deliveries and evening taxi honking occur. The hotel's main entrance has a glass door that amplifies street noise in the lobby. No bar or club in the building, but nearby cafes may have music until 11pm.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be slow on weekends; ask for a top-floor courtyard room specifically by saying 'sashualo ezos mxares' (Georgian for 'courtyard side'). 2. Parking is free on nearby side streets (like Tamar Mepe III Lane) but fills by 8pm; arrive early or use the paid lot behind the hotel (20 GEL/night).
- 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 — Queen Tamar
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed roughly 30-50 Mbps (sufficient for video calls); no login – connects to network 'QueenTamar' with a simple password given at check-in
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers; TV in rooms has local channels only
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (free, luggage held at reception); late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged at 50% of nightly rate (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at reception on check-in and check-out days; no charge, no lockers
Step-free access via a ramp at main entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no accessible rooms with grab rails; bathroom thresholds are about 5 cm high
No on-site parking; free street parking on the lane (unmarked, first-come, first-served, safe at night); nearest paid public car park is 300 m away at 1 Kobaladze Street, 'Parking Batumi' – 10 GEL per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax in Batumi for 3-star hotels as of 2025; if introduced by 2026, typically 1-2 GEL per person per night)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a 100 GEL credit card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: წმ.კეთილმსახური მეფე თამარის ტაძარი (703 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
დათო კომახიძის სახელობის რელიგიის მუზეუმი — 761 m · ~10 min walk
ბათუმის სახელმწიფო მუსიკალური ცენტრი — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 987 m · ~12 min walk
ავერსი — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
სპარი — 380 m · ~5 min walk
ბათუმი-ცენტრალი — 1.6 km · ~20 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-heavy spots as they offer poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay work well. Carry cash for small shops, markets, and taxis.
Rounding up the bill or 10% is appreciated in restaurants (not expected). Taxis – round up to the nearest lari. Hotel staff – optional, 5–10 GEL for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or instant from a bakery or kiosk – around 3–5 GEL.
Khachapuri or a slice of pizza from a bakery – 6–10 GEL.
A main dish of khinkali or grilled meat at a local diner – 12–18 GEL.
Along the seaside promenade and near the market, stalls sell lobiani (bean-filled bread) and corn on the cob for 3–6 GEL.
Supermarkets like Carrefour, Nikora, and Smart are common in this area.
The Batumi Mall (near the highway) and the city centre market stalls offer budget high-street brands and local goods.
Minibuses (marshrutkas) cost 1 GEL per ride. From the airport, take bus 10 (1 GEL) to the city centre – avoid fixed-price taxis at arrivals.
Eat at bakeries for cheap breakfast; buy water from supermarkets not kiosks (0.50 GEL vs 1.50+); 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 Queen Tamar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 987 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · ავერსი — 1.2 km · ~15 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 Queen Tamar?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard (not the street). These mid-level rooms avoid ground-floor street noise and are above the lobby bustle, yet low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Queen Tamar?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no street view, potential noise from lobby/entrance) and any room facing Tamar Mepe Hill (side street with delivery trucks and occasional night traffic)
Is Queen Tamar noisy?
Tamar Mepe Hill is a secondary access road, so morning truck deliveries and evening taxi honking occur. The hotel's main entrance has a glass door that amplifies street noise in the lobby. No bar or club in the building, but nearby cafes may have music until 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Queen Tamar?
Rooms on the 2nd-4th floors facing the street offer a partial view of the old town rooftops and the sea about 300m away (best from 4th floor). Courtyard views are green but of neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Queen Tamar?
1. Check-in can be slow on weekends; ask for a top-floor courtyard room specifically by saying 'sashualo ezos mxares' (Georgian for 'courtyard side'). 2. Parking is free on nearby side streets (like Tamar Mepe III Lane) but fills by 8pm; arrive early or use the paid lot behind the hotel (20 GEL/night).
What time is check-in at Queen Tamar?
Check-in at Queen Tamar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Queen Tamar have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed roughly 30-50 Mbps (sufficient for video calls); no login – connects to network 'QueenTamar' with a simple password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Queen Tamar?
None (no city tax in Batumi for 3-star hotels as of 2025; if introduced by 2026, typically 1-2 GEL per person per night)
Where can I eat cheaply near Queen Tamar?
Khachapuri or a slice of pizza from a bakery – 6–10 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Queen Tamar?
Minibuses (marshrutkas) cost 1 GEL per ride. From the airport, take bus 10 (1 GEL) to the city centre – avoid fixed-price taxis at arrivals.
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
May-early June and September: warm enough for beach days and rooftop pool lounging, but without the July-August crush of day-trippers and car traffic. Hotel rates are still moderate.
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.