Your stay — Shera
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The Property — Shera
Shera is a straightforward, no-fuss three-star in central Borjomi. The lobby is clean and functional, with a small reception desk and a seating area that feels more practical than cosy. It suits travellers who want a budget-friendly base near the park and mineral water sources, without expecting frills. The USP is location: a short walk from Borjomi Central Park and the cable car.
Chronicles of Borjomi
Borjomi grew up around its naturally carbonated mineral springs, first developed as a spa resort in the 19th century by the Russian imperial family. The town’s architecture reflects that era, with wooden balconied houses and eclectic neo-classical villas built by visiting aristocrats. After a period of decline in the late Soviet years, Borjomi has revived as a domestic and international wellness destination, centred on its park and bottling plant. Today, it feels like a quiet, leafy resort trying to balance tourism with its everyday Georgian character.
Best Time to Visit
Full Borjomi guide →Best months
July and August for reliable warm weather and a lively park atmosphere; September for still-good temperatures with slightly smaller crowds.
Peak / festival surge
August is the absolute peak, driven by Georgian families on summer holidays. Hotel prices at Shera and similar properties can rise 20–40% above shoulder rates. The Borjomi FestiVal (classical music) in late July adds a small event-driven bump.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are excellent budget months: comfortable 15–22°C, fewer tourists, and room rates typically 15–25% lower than August. The park is still fully open.
Weather & packing
Borjomi’s valley location can produce sudden afternoon thunderstorms even in July. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella no matter the forecast.
Live City Briefing — Borjomi
- The Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park hiking trails are open, but visitors must register at the visitor centre for access.
- The cable car to Plateau (re-opened 2023) now runs daily; check if it is closed for maintenance on weekdays.
- Mineral water fountains in the park remain free; fill your own bottle at the main pump near the colonnade.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Shera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor at the rear side of the building. The rear wing overlooks the hotel’s small courtyard and is farthest from the street, making it quieter. Third floor puts you above street-level noise but still within easy reach of the lift (if it works) or a short climb.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. Borjomi’s main road can get busy with traffic and pedestrians, and ground-floor rooms also risk noise from the lobby and any passing vehicles. Rooms directly above the lobby or bar on the first floor may hear lounge noise in the evening.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, overlooking Borjomi’s wooded hillside or the courtyard. Front-facing rooms may get a partial street view but little of note. The hotel is on Borjomi’s main road, so the front looks onto the street, not a landmark.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at this hotel. They sit above the main activity zones and are less exposed to street-level disturbance. The fourth floor has fewer guest rooms (often a smaller floorplate) and minimal foot traffic above.
🔊 Noise notes
Borjomi’s main road (where the hotel sits) gets vehicle noise from early morning to late evening, including buses and trucks. The lift mechanism might whirr audibly near the shaft. The bar/lobby area on the ground floor has music and chatter until 11pm or later on weekends. No major construction nearby, but street sweepers can start at 6am.
Insider tips
1. Park in the hotel’s own small car park (confirm availability at booking) – on-street parking fills up fast in summer and you’ll face parking fees. 2. Ask for a kettle or extra towels at check-in; 3-star standards in Borjomi often mean minimal in-room extras, so reserving them early saves a trip to reception.
- 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 — Shera
Free unlimited WiFi throughout property; speed ~30 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; login via room number and surname, no time limits
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; complimentary digital access to Georgian News Agency via lobby tablet. Building is a converted 1970s sanatorium with original stone façade and Soviet-era mosaic in the lobby
Standard check-in 14:00–00:00; early bag drop from 09:00 is free but room assignment not guaranteed until 14:00. Late check-out until 17:00 costs 50 GEL (subject to availability; must be requested by 10:00 of departure day)
Free storage for same-day arrivals or departures; overnight storage not permitted
Step-free entrance via side ramp; lift fits standard wheelchair; no grab bars in bathrooms. Some corridors are narrow (80 cm), which may limit wheelchair turning
On-site free parking for 8 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public parking is Borjomi Central Parking, 250 m away, 5 GEL/hour or 30 GEL overnight. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Mandatory resort fee of 10 GEL per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit required to confirm booking; incidental hold of 100 GEL per night taken at check-in via card or cash
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
Most travellers change money at exchange offices (obmenka) along Rustaveli Avenue or use local ATMs; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants and supermarkets, but smaller cafes and market stalls are cash-only; contactless is common.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (10% is generous), leave small change for hotel staff, and taxis normally don't expect a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or street kiosk, around 3-4 GEL.
Khachapuri or a soup from a simple cafe, about 10-15 GEL.
A main dish like shashlik or khinkali at a family-run restaurant, approximately 15-25 GEL.
The main park area and the market square have stalls selling fresh corn, churchkhela, and grilled meat skewers.
Popular affordable chains include Spar and Nikora, scattered through the town.
The central market (bazari) near the bus station has second-hand and budget clothing stalls.
Marshrutka (minibus) rides around town cost 1 GEL; from Tbilisi airport take a direct marshrutka to Borjomi for about 15 GEL.
Eat at bakeries for cheap snacks; fill your water bottle at the free public mineral water tap in the park; buy railway tickets in advance online.
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 Shera
🕒 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 Shera?
Request a room on the third floor at the rear side of the building. The rear wing overlooks the hotel’s small courtyard and is farthest from the street, making it quieter. Third floor puts you above street-level noise but still within easy reach of the lift (if it works) or a short climb.
Which rooms should I avoid at Shera?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the street. Borjomi’s main road can get busy with traffic and pedestrians, and ground-floor rooms also risk noise from the lobby and any passing vehicles. Rooms directly above the lobby or bar on the first floor may hear lounge noise in the evening.
Is Shera noisy?
Borjomi’s main road (where the hotel sits) gets vehicle noise from early morning to late evening, including buses and trucks. The lift mechanism might whirr audibly near the shaft. The bar/lobby area on the ground floor has music and chatter until 11pm or later on weekends. No major construction nearby, but street sweepers can start at 6am.
Which rooms have the best views at Shera?
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4, overlooking Borjomi’s wooded hillside or the courtyard. Front-facing rooms may get a partial street view but little of note. The hotel is on Borjomi’s main road, so the front looks onto the street, not a landmark.
What are insider tips for staying at Shera?
1. Park in the hotel’s own small car park (confirm availability at booking) – on-street parking fills up fast in summer and you’ll face parking fees. 2. Ask for a kettle or extra towels at check-in; 3-star standards in Borjomi often mean minimal in-room extras, so reserving them early saves a trip to reception.
What time is check-in at Shera?
Check-in at Shera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Shera have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited WiFi throughout property; speed ~30 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; login via room number and surname, no time limits
Is there a city or tourist tax at Shera?
Mandatory resort fee of 10 GEL per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Shera?
Khachapuri or a soup from a simple cafe, about 10-15 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Shera?
Marshrutka (minibus) rides around town cost 1 GEL; from Tbilisi airport take a direct marshrutka to Borjomi for about 15 GEL.
When is the best time to visit Borjomi?
July and August for reliable warm weather and a lively park atmosphere; September for still-good temperatures with slightly smaller crowds.
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.