Your stay — Tapis Rouge
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The Property — Tapis Rouge
Tapis Rouge is a no-fuss three-star hotel on Batumi's main boulevard, minutes from the beach and the casino strip. The lobby is small and practical, with a check-in desk that gets you to your room fast. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean bed and a sea-view option without any frills.
Chronicles of Batumi
Batumi was a quiet fishing port until the Russian Empire built a railway and oil pipeline in the late 19th century, turning it into a booming export hub. The 1910 architecture boom left a legacy of Art Nouveau buildings and wide boulevards, which still define its centre. During Soviet times it became a subtropical resort, then a duty-free gambling zone after independence. Today it's Georgia's main Black Sea port and a weekend getaway for tourists from Tbilisi, Armenia and Iran.
Best Time to Visit
Full Batumi guide →Best months
June and September offer warm sea temperatures (22-25°C) and sunny days without August's peak heat or crowd crush. Early October also works well if you accept cooler evenings and shorter days.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, when the Black Sea is at its warmest and Batumi's beaches and boulevards fill with domestic and regional tourists. Hotel prices can jump 40-60% above the June average, driven by families on school break and the Batumi International Art-House Film Festival (mid-September also sees a spill-over).
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best budget months: prices drop 30-50% from August, the weather is still pleasant (18-24°C in May, 16-22°C in October), and you get quieter promenades and easier restaurant bookings.
Weather & packing
Batumi is one of the wettest cities in the Caucasus, with sudden downpours even in summer. Pack a light waterproof jacket and closed-toe shoes for rain. Sandals are fine for the beach but not for exploring the old town after a brief storm.
Live City Briefing — Batumi
- Batumi's main promenade (Boulevard) has completed its 7km extension north to the Batumi Botanical Gardens, but the final section near the gardens is still unpaved in places — wear sturdy shoes if you walk the full length.
- The cable car to the Argo funicular station reopened in June 2025 after a winter maintenance closure; it now runs until 11pm on summer evenings, offering city lights views.
- New direct flights from Tel Aviv and Warsaw started in April 2026, increasing evening arrivals at Batumi Airport. Expect busier passport control queues between 20:00 and 23:00.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tapis Rouge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard or side street to reduce street noise from Batumi's main roads. Higher floors offer better views of the Black Sea or city skyline, especially if the hotel is near the boulevard.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or near the lift lobby — these tend to catch noise from the reception, breakfast area, and service traffic. Also avoid street-facing rooms on lower floors (1–2) due to traffic and pedestrian noise.
Best views
If the hotel faces the main boulevard, higher floors (5–6) offer sea views. Otherwise, side or rear views might be of other buildings or inner yards — request a sea-facing room if available.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the best for quiet — high enough to escape street-level noise, low enough to avoid roof or lift machinery interference.
🔊 Noise notes
Batumi's main roads can be busy with cars, taxis, and pedestrians, especially near the boulevard and tourist areas. Street noise is most noticeable in the morning and evening. The lift is a common noise source on floors 2 and 6.
Insider tips
If you're driving, ask the hotel about nearby paid parking or street parking options — 3-star hotels often have limited or no dedicated parking. Also, request a room away from the breakfast area on floor 1 to avoid early-morning clatter.
- 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 — Tapis Rouge
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for browsing and email; login via room number and surname, speed moderate (~10 Mbps)
One lift serving all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby has a TV with local channels
Check-in from 14:00; early check-in available from 10:00 if room ready (no fee), late check-out until 13:00 costs 30 GEL
Free luggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures
No step-free access at main entrance (three steps); no wheelchair-accessible rooms. Lift fits a standard wheelchair.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is 'Parking 24' on Pushkin Street, 5 min walk, 15 GEL overnight (20:00–08:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no mandatory tourist tax in Batumi for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit needed; a photocopy of passport taken at check-in, no card hold required.
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
Exchange at city-centre banks or exchange offices for the best rates; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where spreads are worse.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and supermarkets; smaller shops and market stalls prefer cash. Contactless is common.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill in restaurants (10% is generous), leave small change for taxis, and tip hotel staff 5-10 GEL for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a street stall or a basic espresso in a café — about 3-5 GEL.
Khachapuri or a slice of pizza from a bakery or fast-food place — around 8-12 GEL for a filling meal.
A main course of khinkali or grilled meat at a local diner — about 12-18 GEL.
The promenade and the market near the Old Boulevard have stalls selling corn on the cob, churchkhela, and fried snacks — cheap and filling.
Carrefour, Gloria, and Nikora are the main budget supermarkets in Batumi.
The Bazaar Kargi market near the port and chain stores like LC Waikiki and Zara on Rustaveli Avenue offer affordable clothing.
Marshutka minibuses cost 1 GEL per ride (no day pass) — pay cash on board. From the airport, a bus to the city centre costs 1 GEL; a taxi is 20-30 GEL.
Buy groceries from supermarkets rather than eating out every meal. Use marshutkas instead of taxis. Avoid the overpriced bars just off the seafront promenade.
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 Tapis Rouge
🕒 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 Tapis Rouge?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard or side street to reduce street noise from Batumi's main roads. Higher floors offer better views of the Black Sea or city skyline, especially if the hotel is near the boulevard.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tapis Rouge?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or near the lift lobby — these tend to catch noise from the reception, breakfast area, and service traffic. Also avoid street-facing rooms on lower floors (1–2) due to traffic and pedestrian noise.
Is Tapis Rouge noisy?
Batumi's main roads can be busy with cars, taxis, and pedestrians, especially near the boulevard and tourist areas. Street noise is most noticeable in the morning and evening. The lift is a common noise source on floors 2 and 6.
Which rooms have the best views at Tapis Rouge?
If the hotel faces the main boulevard, higher floors (5–6) offer sea views. Otherwise, side or rear views might be of other buildings or inner yards — request a sea-facing room if available.
What are insider tips for staying at Tapis Rouge?
If you're driving, ask the hotel about nearby paid parking or street parking options — 3-star hotels often have limited or no dedicated parking. Also, request a room away from the breakfast area on floor 1 to avoid early-morning clatter.
What time is check-in at Tapis Rouge?
Check-in at Tapis Rouge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tapis Rouge have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, sufficient for browsing and email; login via room number and surname, speed moderate (~10 Mbps)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tapis Rouge?
None (no mandatory tourist tax in Batumi for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Tapis Rouge?
Khachapuri or a slice of pizza from a bakery or fast-food place — around 8-12 GEL for a filling meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tapis Rouge?
Marshutka minibuses cost 1 GEL per ride (no day pass) — pay cash on board. From the airport, a bus to the city centre costs 1 GEL; a taxi is 20-30 GEL.
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
June and September offer warm sea temperatures (22-25°C) and sunny days without August's peak heat or crowd crush. Early October also works well if you accept cooler evenings and shorter days.
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.