당신의 머물기 — Old gate
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부동산 — Old gate
The Old Gate is a modest 3-star hotel on Telavi’s main drag, just off the central square. The lobby feels like a cross between a Georgian family home and a functional guesthouse: worn parquet floors, a reception desk with jars of churchkhela for sale, and a giant wall map of the Kakheti wine route. It’s a no-frills base for travellers who want to be walkable to the old town’s sights and sip terraced wine without paying city premiums. Suits budget-conscious couples and solo explorers who prize location over polish.
Telavi 연대기
Telavi was founded in the 1st century AD as a stop on the Silk Road and became the capital of the Kakhetian kingdom in the 17th century. Its old town clusters around the massive 17th-century Batonis Tsikhe citadel, a rare example of Persian-influenced royal architecture in Georgia. Under Russian rule in the 1800s, the city gained its grid-like street plan and a scattering of neoclassical mansions. Today it’s the natural hub for wine tours into Kakheti, with a laid-back provincial feel that stands apart from Tbilisi’s rapid modernisation.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Telavi 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
May, June and September — mild 22–27°C days, low humidity, and vineyards are lush green before harvest. Crowds are thin except at weekends.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
July–August is peak: 30–35°C heat and the Telavi Wine Festival in early July draws thousands, pushing hotel prices 30–50% above shoulder rates. Book Old Gate well ahead for those dates.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
October and April offer 15–20°C weather, fewer visitors, and rates at Old Gate drop by a quarter. The harvest dinners (rtveli) wind down by late October, but you’ll still find warm hospitality.
날씨 & 포장
July in Telavi can spike to 38°C by 2pm, but evenings often drop to 18°C with a breeze from the Greater Caucasus. Pack a light long-sleeved layer for dinner on terraces, plus strong suncream and a hat.
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Telavi
- Telavi’s central market underwent a major renovation in spring 2026 — new covered stalls for spices and churchkhela, but the old charcuterie section remains outside. Arrive by 10am for best pickings.
- The new Tbilisi–Telavi express marshrutka line (departing every 40 minutes from Isani) launched in April 2026, cutting travel time to 1 hour 45 minutes. Tickets at the station only, cash preferred.
- Severe hail damaged some vineyards east of Telavi in late May 2026, so expect higher prices on 2025-harvest wines in shops — but tastings at family cellars are unaffected.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Old gate, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for an upper-floor room at the rear of the building, away from the main street. This reduces both street noise and any lobby or bar bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the entrance, as well as any directly facing Telavi's main road — traffic from local cars and minibuses can be audible from early morning.
Best views
Rooms at the back may look onto the hotel's courtyard or surrounding low-rise roofs; front-facing rooms have a view of Telavi's main street and the distant Caucasus range on clear days.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above tend to be quieter, provided they are not directly over the bar or kitchen area.
🔊 Noise notes
Telavi's main road sees steady traffic through the day and occasional loud vehicles at night. The hotel's bar or common area can generate noise until late, especially on weekends.
Insider tips
1) If driving, ask if the hotel has dedicated off-street parking — it saves hunting for space on the street. 2) Request a room at check-in that is as high and as far from the lift as possible; many 3-star Georgian hotels have thin walls, so elevation helps.
- 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
호텔 시설 — Old gate
Free Wi-Fi throughout; average speed 15 Mbps, no login or password required.
No lift. All rooms on first and second floors via stairs only.
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand. A shared tablet at reception provides local news sites.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop free from 08:00 if room not ready. Late check-out til 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged 50% of night rate; after 15:00 full night rate.
Free at reception; no locked room, bags left behind front desk area.
No step-free access. Single step at entrance, no wheelchair ramp. Not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
Free on-site parking for up to 10 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public car park is 200 m away on Erekle II Street, free street parking also available but limited. No EV charging.
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 100 GEL incidental hold taken at check-in via card or cash.
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: გორიჯვარი (200 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: ღვთისმშობლის ეკლესია (225 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: თელავის ღვთაების ეკლესია (559 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: კვირაცხოვლობის ეკლესია (570 m · ~7 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
თელავი მოლი — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Kadori Park — 271 m · ~3 min walk
ერეკლე მეორის სასახლე — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
თელავის ვაჟა ფშაველას სახელობის პროფესიული სახელმწიფო დრამატული თეატრი — 867 m · ~11 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Nearest — 351 m · ~4 min walk
ავერსი — 344 m · ~4 min walk
ჩინური მაღაზია — 349 m · ~4 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use ATMs in Telavi for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Tbilisi airport or tourist offices, which give poor rates.
Credit cards (Visa/MC) are widely accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and larger restaurants; smaller cafes and markets in Telavi often require cash. Contactless works in most card-accepting places.
Restaurants: 10% is common if no service charge added. Taxis: round up the fare. Hotels: 5-10 GEL for porters/maids is appreciated.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a bakery or street stall, around 3-4 GEL.
Khachapuri and a soft drink from a local bakery or street stall, about 6-8 GEL.
A main course of khinkali (dumplings) or a simple stew at a basic restaurant, around 12-18 GEL.
The main street near the central square has stalls selling corn on the cob, churchkhela, and fresh fruit in season.
Supermarkets like Spar and local equivalents (e.g., Nikora) are common in Telavi city centre.
The central market on Rustaveli Street has cheap clothing and household goods; few dedicated budget high-street chains exist in Telavi.
The cheapest way around is walking; local marshrutkas (minibuses) cost about 1 GEL per ride. From the airport: take a local marshrutka to Tbilisi's main bus station (3 GEL) then a marshrutka to Telavi (10-12 GEL) — avoid tourist taxis.
Always carry small notes (coins for bazaars). Buy fruit and bread at the market rather than tourist shops. Share a bottle of local wine from a family vineyard rather than a restaurant.
Emergency Contacts
TelaviGeorgia uses a single number, 112, for police, ambulance and fire. English-speaking operators are available. For non-urgent tourist help, call the Tourism Police at 322 414 244. In Telavi, the main police station is at 19 Chavchavadze Avenue.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Telavi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Old gate
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 351 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · ავერსი — 344 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Tbilisi Central Station (Station Square) → Telavi Railway Station
💡 Scenic but slow — the train meanders through the Alazani Valley. Check updated timetables at tkt.ge; the station is 2 km south of Erma Hotel, so budget for a short taxi ride.
Erma Hotel → Telavi Old Town / Alaverdi Monastery
💡 Use Bolt for short hops — local drivers might start at 10 GEL. For trips to Alaverdi or Tsinandali, agree a flat 20-30 GEL round trip with wait time.
Didube Bus Station, Tbilisi → Telavi Central Bus Station
💡 Marshrutkas leave from Didube’s east side, not the main terminal. Tell the driver 'Erma Hotel' — they’ll drop you near the central square, a 5-min walk uphill.
Tbilisi International Airport → Erma Hotel, Telavi
💡 Book a driver through Bolt or a local agency like GoTrip.ge for fixed rates. Avoid unmarked taxis at arrivals — they'll quote double.
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Old gate?
Ask for an upper-floor room at the rear of the building, away from the main street. This reduces both street noise and any lobby or bar bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Old gate?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the entrance, as well as any directly facing Telavi's main road — traffic from local cars and minibuses can be audible from early morning.
Is Old gate noisy?
Telavi's main road sees steady traffic through the day and occasional loud vehicles at night. The hotel's bar or common area can generate noise until late, especially on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Old gate?
Rooms at the back may look onto the hotel's courtyard or surrounding low-rise roofs; front-facing rooms have a view of Telavi's main street and the distant Caucasus range on clear days.
What are insider tips for staying at Old gate?
1) If driving, ask if the hotel has dedicated off-street parking — it saves hunting for space on the street. 2) Request a room at check-in that is as high and as far from the lift as possible; many 3-star Georgian hotels have thin walls, so elevation helps.
What time is check-in at Old gate?
Check-in at Old gate is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Old gate have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; average speed 15 Mbps, no login or password required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Old gate?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Old gate?
Khachapuri and a soft drink from a local bakery or street stall, about 6-8 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Old gate?
The cheapest way around is walking; local marshrutkas (minibuses) cost about 1 GEL per ride. From the airport: take a local marshrutka to Tbilisi's main bus station (3 GEL) then a marshrutka to Telavi (10-12 GEL) — avoid tourist taxis.
When is the best time to visit Telavi?
May, June and September — mild 22–27°C days, low humidity, and vineyards are lush green before harvest. Crowds are thin except at weekends.
Telavi 주요 관광지
💡 Walk up from the old town via Chavchavadze Street. Best at sunset for the light on the mountains. Bring water and wear decent shoes for the steep path.
💡 Start at Erekle II Square and head south along Akhvlediani Street for the best preserved facades. Most houses are private, so respect residents.
💡 Wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees. Women may be asked to cover their head. Best to visit on a weekday morning for quiet. The wine cellar here produces qvevri wines, but tastings are by appointment only.
💡 Go early morning to avoid tour groups. The museum itself is small—you can see everything in under an hour. Free on the last Saturday of the month.
💡 If you just want the gardens, skip the palace tour (another 3 GEL) unless you're keen on period furniture. The wine tasting is touristy but decent value at 5 GEL for three wines.