Your stay — Dalko
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The Property — Dalko
The Dalko is a practical, no-frills three-star in central Borjomi with a Soviet-era solidity and a small garden. The lobby feels like a quiet municipal waiting room – clean, efficient and slightly hushed, with a receptionist who’ll hand you a map of the mineral water springs. It suits budget travellers who want a solid night’s sleep close to the park and the cable car, rather than romance or luxury.
Chronicles of Borjomi
Borjomi grew up around its naturally carbonated mineral water, discovered in the 19th century by Russian soldiers bathing in the warm springs. The Romanovs built a summer palace here, which turned the valley into a spa resort for the imperial elite. After the Soviet collapse the town fell quiet, but recent investment has restored the central park and added a cable car up to the Ferris wheel. Today it’s a weekend escape for Tbilisi families, Russian tourists and a trickle of European hikers heading into the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
Best Time to Visit
Full Borjomi guide →Best months
June, September – warm enough for hiking and springs, with lighter crowds than July and August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the busiest; schools are off and Tbilisi families flood in. Hotel prices in Borjomi can double, and Dalko’s basic doubles often sell out by late spring. The annual Borjomi Festival of Classical Music runs in late July, drawing a cultural crowd.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September are the sweet spot: lower rates, mild 20°C days, and the park is quiet. You’ll find rooms at Dalko for around half the August peak.
Weather & packing
Midsummer in Borjomi is warm but thunderstorms can roll over the valley fast, turning the river walk into mud. Pack a light waterproof and sturdy walking shoes – the park paths get slippery after rain.
Live City Briefing — Borjomi
- The cable car to the Borjomi Ferris wheel is operating daily from 10am to 9pm in summer – cash only, 5 GEL return.
- The central park’s drinking fountain is closed for a two-month renovation until August; bring a bottle to buy mineral water at the kiosks along the river.
- From June 2026, the Tbilisi–Borjomi minibus (marshrutka) now leaves from Didube station every hour until 6pm, not every two hours – a genuine improvement for day-trippers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dalko, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (3rd or 4th, if available) at the rear of the building, away from Borjomi’s main street. These are quietest and have less foot traffic below.
Rooms to avoid
Ground floor rooms at the front, near the street entrance or stairwell. Street noise from passing cars and pedestrians in central Borjomi can be noticeable, and ground floors offer less privacy.
Best views
Side or rear rooms facing the park or green hillsides of Borjomi, rather than the main road. The town centre views are functional but busier.
Quietest floors
Top floor (assuming 3-4 floors max given 3-star construction) — specifically rooms away from the lift shaft and staircase.
🔊 Noise notes
Borjomi’s main road runs through town, with occasional buses and taxis. The hotel’s entrance and small front courtyard may echo street activity, especially in summer.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the park-facing side when booking — Borjomi is quiet by 11pm, but morning traffic starts early. 2. Check if the hotel has a small garden or courtyard at the back; it’s a good quiet spot to sit out in the afternoon.
- 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 — Dalko
Free Wi-Fi throughout with stable 25 Mbps download speed; no login constraints, just select the network.
No passenger lift. All rooms on ground and second floors accessed by stairs only — no historic wings.
No complimentary digital newsstand. A single paper copy of Georgian daily 'Kviris Palitra' available in the lobby.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 09:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs 40 GEL; after 13:00 charged one extra night.
Free luggage storage at reception, open 08:00–22:00.
No step-free access. Two steps at main entrance, no ramp. Ground-floor rooms exist only in the annex (accessed via short flight of stairs). Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On-site free parking for 10 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public car park is 300 m away at the Central Park entrance (5 GEL/night). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to secure booking; a 200 GEL incidental hold placed on card at check-in, released on departure if no extras.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: წმინდა ნიკოლოზის ეკლესია (138 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: ღვთისმშობლის სახელობის ეკლესია (878 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: წმ.გიორგის სახელობის ეკლესია (968 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: წმინდა ილია წინასწარმეტყველის სახელობის ეკლესია (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
მერაბ კოსტავას სახელობის პარკი — 154 m · ~2 min walk
ბორჯომის მხარეთმცოდნეობის მუზეუმი — 727 m · ~9 min walk
ბორჯომის თოჯინების სახელმწიფო თეატრი — 291 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 255 m · ~3 min walk
ნეოფარმი — 486 m · ~6 min walk
ილიკო — 241 m · ~3 min walk
ბორჯომი-პარკი — 273 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Exchange cash at local banks or exchange offices (sakhelmtsipo) in the town centre; avoid the airport or small tourist bureaux where rates are worse.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants; Amex rare. Contactless works widely, but carry cash for small shops, market stalls and marshrutkas.
Restaurants: 10% is appreciated if service charge not included; taxis: round up to nearest lari; hotel staff: 5–10 GEL for helpful service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or filter coffee from a local café or bakery: 4–6 GEL.
Khachapuri or khinkali from a bakery or simple eatery: 8–12 GEL.
A main course of mtsvadi (grilled meat) or stew with bread at a local restaurant: 15–25 GEL.
Central market area and along Kostava Street have stalls selling fresh bread, pastries, and grilled corn (4–6 GEL).
Popular budget chains: Smart, Nikora, and Ori Nabiji; good for basics and bottled water.
Main street (9 April Street) has a few local clothing shops and a small bazaar with affordable casual wear.
Marshrutka (minibus) 1 GEL per ride within town; no day pass. From Tbilisi airport: take a cheap marshrutka to Didube station (1 GEL), then direct marshrutka to Borjomi (15 GEL).
1) Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. 2) Eat at bakeries (puri) for cheap, filling meals. 3) Use marshrutkas instead of taxis for local trips.
Emergency Contacts
BorjomiAll emergencies in Georgia use the single number 112. Operators speak English and Russian. For non-urgent help, dial 113 for police or 114 for ambulance. The Borjomi police station is at 25 Chavchavadze Street; the hospital is at 36 Rustaveli Street.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Borjomi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dalko
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 255 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · ნეოფარმი — 486 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Borjomi town centre
💡 Pre-book with Bolt or a local driver for about 100-130 GEL. Avoid touts at arrivals by walking 50m to the main road.
Your hotel in Tbilisi → Borjomi town centre or hotel
💡 Book through your hotel or a trusted driver on Facebook groups like 'Tbilisi Taxi'. Negotiate the price before getting in; 140 GEL is fair for a comfortable sedan.
Didube Bus Station, Tbilisi → Borjomi Central Bus Station
💡 Get to Didube via metro (central Tbilisi) then follow signs for Borjomi. Fill up on water and snacks — no stops on the mountain road.
Tbilisi Central Station (Tbilisi 2) → Borjomi Railway Station
💡 Take the morning direct train for the scenic valley route; buy tickets at the station counter (no online booking) at least 30 mins early.
About Borjomi
Wikipedia ↗Borjomi (Georgian: ბორჯომი) is a brand of naturally carbonated mineral water from springs in the Borjomi Gorge of central Georgia. The artesian springs in the valley are fed by water that filters from glaciers covering the peaks of the Bakuriani mountains at altitudes of up to 2,300 m (7,500 ft). Th...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dalko?
Request a room on the top floor (3rd or 4th, if available) at the rear of the building, away from Borjomi’s main street. These are quietest and have less foot traffic below.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dalko?
Ground floor rooms at the front, near the street entrance or stairwell. Street noise from passing cars and pedestrians in central Borjomi can be noticeable, and ground floors offer less privacy.
Is Dalko noisy?
Borjomi’s main road runs through town, with occasional buses and taxis. The hotel’s entrance and small front courtyard may echo street activity, especially in summer.
Which rooms have the best views at Dalko?
Side or rear rooms facing the park or green hillsides of Borjomi, rather than the main road. The town centre views are functional but busier.
What are insider tips for staying at Dalko?
1. Ask for a room on the park-facing side when booking — Borjomi is quiet by 11pm, but morning traffic starts early. 2. Check if the hotel has a small garden or courtyard at the back; it’s a good quiet spot to sit out in the afternoon.
What time is check-in at Dalko?
Check-in at Dalko is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dalko have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout with stable 25 Mbps download speed; no login constraints, just select the network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dalko?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Dalko?
Khachapuri or khinkali from a bakery or simple eatery: 8–12 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dalko?
Marshrutka (minibus) 1 GEL per ride within town; no day pass. From Tbilisi airport: take a cheap marshrutka to Didube station (1 GEL), then direct marshrutka to Borjomi (15 GEL).
When is the best time to visit Borjomi?
June, September – warm enough for hiking and springs, with lighter crowds than July and August.
Top Attractions in Borjomi
💡 Arrive before 9am to avoid the queue. The water is coldest and fizzes hardest first thing.
💡 Bring an empty bottle. The warmer water from the outdoor tap tastes less metallic than the chilled dispenser inside the pavilion.
💡 Go early to book a free guided walk in English — they run at 10am if enough people sign up. Otherwise grab the map and do the 'Beech Trail' on your own.
💡 Most labels are in Georgian only. Use the Google Translate app on your phone — there's free WiFi inside.
💡 The ticket includes the garden and a short film. Skip the film and walk straight to the rear terrace for views up the valley.