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La proprietà — Palma hostel
Palma Hostel in Batumi is a straightforward 3-star with clean, private rooms and a small shared kitchen. The lobby feels more like a busy student common room than a hotel front desk: laptops open, maps taped to the wall, a faint smell of coffee. Good for backpackers and short-stay budget travellers who plan to spend their time out exploring rather than lounging in the room. The USP is its central location on Chavchavadze Street, three blocks from the beach and a ten-minute walk to the old town.
Cronache di Batumi
Batumi started as a Greek colony called Bathys in the 5th century BC, but its modern shape dates to the 1870s when Russia made it a Black Sea port and built a railway. After 1918 it was briefly a British protectorate, then part of Soviet Georgia until 1991. The city centre is a chaotic mix of 19th-century wooden houses, Stalinist concrete blocks, and flamboyant glass towers built since 2010. Today Batumi is Georgia's second city and a casino-and-beach resort, still reworking its identity as a post-Soviet holiday destination.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Batumi →I migliori mesi
May, June and September offer warm weather (20–25°C), lower humidity than July, and thinner crowds on the boulevard. The sea is swimmable from June.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the peak season. Batumi fills with domestic and Armenian tourists escaping inland heat. Hotel prices roughly double from their May level, and the Black Sea Jazz Festival (late July) jacks up rates further. Expect packed beaches and long queues for cable cars.
Stagione di spalla
April and October are the best shoulder months: mild (12–18°C), half the price of July, and quiet enough to walk the boulevard without dodging selfie sticks. Some beach cafés are closed, but main sights stay open.
Meteo e imballaggio
Batumi is one of Georgia's rainiest cities – July averages 90mm of rain, and thunderstorms can stall the afternoon. Pack a light waterproof jacket every single day; sandals only work if you're fine with wet feet.
Briefing della città — Batumi
- Batumi's cable car to the Argo Café (Anuria hill) re-opened in October 2025 after a year of repairs – book tickets online to skip the high-season queue.
- Central Chavchavadze Street, where the hostel sits, has had new cycle lanes added along its length. Watch for rental scooters that dart between traffic and pedestrians.
- The Batumi Botanical Garden (10km north) introduced a daily direct minibus from the bus station in June 2025. Check departure times as the last bus back leaves at 17:00.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Palma hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4–6 at the rear of the building (overlooking the inner courtyard, if available). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair-walking range if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 directly above the entrance or lobby – they pick up door slams and reception chatter. Also avoid any room suffix 'A' or '01' on the front side (Grigol Lortkipanidze Street side) as that’s the main road.
Best views
The best view here is from east-facing rooms on floors 4–6, looking out towards the Batumi skyline and hills. Front rooms give a straight view down Grigol Lortkipanidze Street towards the sea, but trade that for constant traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 tend to be quietest because they sit above ground-floor shop/bar noise and below any roof terrace activity, if one exists.
🔊 Noise notes
Grigol Lortkipanidze Street is a main east-west artery in Batumi with heavy traffic, particularly during summer evenings. Also, several ground-floor shops and a cheap karaoke bar next door can produce thumping bass until 2am on weekends.
Insider tips
Check-in is often slow between 14:00-16:00; aim to arrive after 17:00. If you have a car, park in the paid lot behind the building (Memed Abashidze Avenue side) – it’s quieter and safer than street parking. Ask reception for a room key that works in the lift’s 'sensor lock' – they sometimes forget to activate it for new guests.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Palma hostel
Free WiFi in all rooms and common areas, no login or password (open network); speed around 15 Mbps down, adequate for messaging and browsing but not 4K streaming
No lift — all rooms on first and second floor (stairs only; no historic wing, just a typical converted apartment building)
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand; one shared computer in lobby with basic internet access
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (free, in common area); late check-out until 12:00 for 20 GEL, or 15:00 for 40 GEL (subject to availability)
Free on check-in day (left behind reception); for multi-day storage after checkout, 10 GEL per day (limited space)
No step-free entrance (two steps up to main door); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; no wider doorways
No on-site parking; free street parking along Grigol Lortkipanidze (unmarked, first-come, first-served, safe but tight). Nearest public car park: ‘Batumi Central Parking’, 600 metres away, 10 GEL/night. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None (Batumi has no tourist tax for hostels under 4 stars, but a 1 GEL per night bed tax may apply; confirm at booking)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 50 GEL (approx 19 USD) card hold for incidentals at check-in
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Metro City Forum — 696 m · ~9 min walk
ლეხ და მარია კაჩინსკების პარკი — 335 m · ~4 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 436 m · ~5 min walk
ავერსი — 720 m · ~9 min walk
ნიკორა — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Exchange money at bank branches or official exchange points marked with a rate board; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux that offer poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, but carry cash for market stalls, taxis, and smaller shops.
Not mandatory but 10% is appreciated in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and hotel staff don't expect tips unless for extra service.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local bakery or cafe stand; around 3-5 GEL.
Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho from a casual eatery; about 10-15 GEL.
A main of grilled meat or mtsvadi with salad in a simple restaurant; about 12-20 GEL.
Look for stalls selling khachapuri, lobiani, or grilled corn near the seaside promenade and main squares.
Budget chains like Carrefour, Goodwill, and Spar are common in this area.
Head to Batumi City Mall or station shops near the central market for affordable high-street brands.
Marshutka vans (1 GEL per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take bus #10 to the city centre for 0.50 GEL.
Eat at bakeries for cheap bread and pastries; buy produce at the central market rather than supermarkets; use local 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 Palma hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 436 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · ავერსი — 720 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Informazioni su 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...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Palma hostel?
Request a room on floors 4–6 at the rear of the building (overlooking the inner courtyard, if available). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy stair-walking range if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Palma hostel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 directly above the entrance or lobby – they pick up door slams and reception chatter. Also avoid any room suffix 'A' or '01' on the front side (Grigol Lortkipanidze Street side) as that’s the main road.
Is Palma hostel noisy?
Grigol Lortkipanidze Street is a main east-west artery in Batumi with heavy traffic, particularly during summer evenings. Also, several ground-floor shops and a cheap karaoke bar next door can produce thumping bass until 2am on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Palma hostel?
The best view here is from east-facing rooms on floors 4–6, looking out towards the Batumi skyline and hills. Front rooms give a straight view down Grigol Lortkipanidze Street towards the sea, but trade that for constant traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Palma hostel?
Check-in is often slow between 14:00-16:00; aim to arrive after 17:00. If you have a car, park in the paid lot behind the building (Memed Abashidze Avenue side) – it’s quieter and safer than street parking. Ask reception for a room key that works in the lift’s 'sensor lock' – they sometimes forget to activate it for new guests.
What time is check-in at Palma hostel?
Check-in at Palma hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palma hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms and common areas, no login or password (open network); speed around 15 Mbps down, adequate for messaging and browsing but not 4K streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palma hostel?
None (Batumi has no tourist tax for hostels under 4 stars, but a 1 GEL per night bed tax may apply; confirm at booking)
Where can I eat cheaply near Palma hostel?
Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho from a casual eatery; about 10-15 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palma hostel?
Marshutka vans (1 GEL per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take bus #10 to the city centre for 0.50 GEL.
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
May, June and September offer warm weather (20–25°C), lower humidity than July, and thinner crowds on the boulevard. The sea is swimmable from June.
Principali attrazioni a 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.