Your stay — Hostel Lviv
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The Property — Hostel Lviv
A straightforward, no-frills base for budget travellers exploring Kutaisi. The lobby is functional, with a reception desk, a small seating area, and the faint echo of Soviet-era architecture — clean enough, but not trying to charm you. It suits backpackers or short-stay visitors who want cheap beds, free Wi-Fi, and a location within walking distance of the central market and bus station. Don't expect atmosphere; expect practicality.
Chronicles of Kutaisi
Kutaisi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Colchis — the land of the Golden Fleece in Greek myth. Razed and rebuilt multiple times, its medieval glory peaked under King David the Builder in the 12th century, when the Bagrati Cathedral was constructed. Ottoman and Russian rule left layers of fortresses and crumbling stone, while the Soviet era added broad boulevards and grey apartment blocks. Today it's Georgia's third city, a quieter alternative to Tbilisi, with a growing café scene and a Unesco-listed cathedral perched on a hill overlooking the Rioni River.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kutaisi guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm days (22-28°C), low humidity, minimal rain, and thin crowds before/after the European summer holiday peak.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: European summer break drives domestic and regional tourists; hotel prices often double. The Kutaisi International Jazz Festival in late July adds extra demand and noise. Booking months ahead is essential.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still pleasant (12-20°C), prices 30–50% lower than July, with occasional showers but very few tourists. Good for lower budget and quieter streets.
Weather & packing
Kutaisi is rainier than Tbilisi thanks to western Georgia's subtropical influence — sudden afternoon thunderstorms are common in July. Pack a light waterproof jacket and shoes that can handle puddles.
Live City Briefing — Kutaisi
- Kutaisi Airport's new terminal expansion, completed in early 2025, now handles more flights; check if your arrival is at the old or new gate.
- Central Market underwent renovation in 2024 – the stalls are tidier and more tourist-friendly, but haggling still expected.
- Roadworks on the main Tbilisi-Kutaisi highway (E60) continue through summer 2026; minibus trips from Tbilisi may take 30–40 minutes longer than usual.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel Lviv, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor or higher at the back of the building. These are furthest from the street entrance and any ground-level noise from the lobby or stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the front entrance or the stairs. With no lift mentioned, ground floor is also noisiest from foot traffic and street sound.
Best views
The building sits on a main street in Kutaisi, so upper back rooms may offer a quieter outlook over the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, rather than traffic.
Quietest floors
Second floor and above, given there is no lift and the address simply says Kutaisi, suggesting a walk-up building. Higher floors get less street noise.
🔊 Noise notes
As a 3-star hostel on a named street in Kutaisi's centre, expect traffic noise from the front. The lack of a lift means stairwell echoes, especially during check-in times.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask about free street parking—many Kutaisi hostels offer it but it's first-come, first-served. 2. Request a back-facing room when booking; the front-facing ones face the main road which gets busy from early morning.
- 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 — Hostel Lviv
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required (single network key given at check-in).
No lift – three floors served by stairs only.
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided.
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop available from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 12:00 (subject to 20 GEL fee, confirmed at front desk).
Free luggage storage for same-day after checkout.
No step-free access; main entrance has one step, interior has narrow staircases. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On-site free parking for up to 5 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park is 250 m south on Chavchavadze Avenue (1 GEL/hour, 8 GEL overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 50 GEL incidental hold on debit/credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: წმინდა დავით და კონსტანტინე (63 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: იოანე ნათლისმცემლის ეკლესია (471 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: ამაღლების თეთრი ეკლესია (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: იეჰოვას მოწმეების სამეფო დარბაზი (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
საქართველო — 828 m · ~10 min walk
ხარაზოვის პარკი — 803 m · ~10 min walk
ქუთაისის სახელმწიფო ისტორიული მუზეუმი — 807 m · ~10 min walk
თოჯინების თეატრი — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 383 m · ~5 min walk
ფარმადეპო — 239 m · ~3 min walk
ფემილი — 188 m · ~2 min walk
ქუთაისი-1 — 627 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Exchange money at city exchange booths or banks; airport rates are poor, avoid tourist bureau desks.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, hotels, and larger restaurants; small cafes and street stalls need cash; contactless common.
Rounding up or 5-10% in restaurants; tipping not expected in taxis, small change appreciated; hotel staff may expect a couple of lari for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Single espresso at a local cafe, around 3-4 GEL.
Khachapuri or a bowl of soup at a cafe, roughly 10-15 GEL.
Main course at a mid-range restaurant, around 15-25 GEL.
Kutaisi market area and streets near the central square have cheap khachapuri, lobiani, and pastries from stalls.
Supermarkets: SPAR, Smart, and smaller local groceries are common here.
Kutaisi's central market and nearby shops sell affordable clothing; no major high-street chains.
Local marshrutkas, 1 GEL per ride; from the airport, take a shared taxi or bus (around 2-3 GEL) rather than a private taxi.
Eat at local bakeries and markets rather than tourist cafes; buy bottled water from supermarkets (0.5 GEL) not from kiosks; use marshrutkas for all urban travel.
Emergency Contacts
KutaisiGeorgia uses a unified 112 number for all emergencies. For non-urgent police matters in Kutaisi, call +995 431 25 22 11. The main hospital is Kutaisi Central Hospital (Kolkheti Microdistrict 1, call +995 431 27 77 77). English-speaker availability is limited, so consider downloading the 112 Georgia app for translations or pre-writing key phrases in Georgian.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kutaisi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostel Lviv
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 383 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · ფარმადეპო — 239 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) → Kutaisi city centre (main bus station near McDonald's)
💡 Free service - just walk out to the stop. Runs reliably even late if a delayed flight lands. Get off at the roundabout by McDonald's; your hotel is a 5-minute walk up the hill.
Kutaisi central bus station (near the railway bridge) → Kutaisi railway station (Sairme Street stop)
💡 Pay using the local Metromoney smart card (available at tobacco kiosks) or exact coins. The bus passes Hostel Luxe's street – get off at 'საირმის ქუჩა' stop, then it's a 2-minute walk.
Kutaisi railway station (central station, Rioni district) → Tbilisi central station (Didube/Station Square)
💡 For a day trip to Tbilisi, catch the 06:30 train (about 10 GEL second class). Book online at tkt.ge a day before; tickets sell out. From your hotel, take a Bolt taxi (10 GEL, 10 mins) to the station.
Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) → Hostel Luxe (near central square)
💡 Use the Bolt app to book from outside arrivals – costs around 30 GEL. Airport touts quote 50–60; walk 50 metres past them to the main road for a cheaper ride. Pay in cash (GEL) if possible.
About Kutaisi
Wikipedia ↗
Kutaisi ( koo-TY-see; Georgian: ქუთაისი pronounced [ˈkʰut̪ʰais̪i] ) is a city in the Imereti region of the Republic of Georgia. One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, it is the 3rd-largest city in Georgia after Tbilisi and Batumi with a population of 123,000 as of 2025. It lie...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostel Lviv?
Request a room on the second floor or higher at the back of the building. These are furthest from the street entrance and any ground-level noise from the lobby or stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel Lviv?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the front entrance or the stairs. With no lift mentioned, ground floor is also noisiest from foot traffic and street sound.
Is Hostel Lviv noisy?
As a 3-star hostel on a named street in Kutaisi's centre, expect traffic noise from the front. The lack of a lift means stairwell echoes, especially during check-in times.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel Lviv?
The building sits on a main street in Kutaisi, so upper back rooms may offer a quieter outlook over the courtyard or neighbouring buildings, rather than traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel Lviv?
1. If you arrive by car, ask about free street parking—many Kutaisi hostels offer it but it's first-come, first-served. 2. Request a back-facing room when booking; the front-facing ones face the main road which gets busy from early morning.
What time is check-in at Hostel Lviv?
Check-in at Hostel Lviv is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel Lviv have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and common areas, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required (single network key given at check-in).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel Lviv?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel Lviv?
Khachapuri or a bowl of soup at a cafe, roughly 10-15 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel Lviv?
Local marshrutkas, 1 GEL per ride; from the airport, take a shared taxi or bus (around 2-3 GEL) rather than a private taxi.
When is the best time to visit Kutaisi?
May, June, September: warm days (22-28°C), low humidity, minimal rain, and thin crowds before/after the European summer holiday peak.
Top Attractions in Kutaisi
💡 Cross to the south bank and walk west for 10 minutes to reach a small hidden beach where locals swim in summer.
💡 The café inside the park sells cheap coffee (about 2 GEL) and fresh pastries. Best visited on a weekday morning when it’s quiet.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light and fewer crowds. The interior is free but the upper bell tower costs a small fee.
💡 The minibus from the central bus station costs 1 GEL. Go early (before 10am) to avoid coach tours. The monastery is free, but donations are welcome.
💡 Entry costs about 3 GEL (less than £1). Ask at the desk if the English audio guide is available – it’s often free but not always working.