🇬🇪 Gudauri, Georgia

Monte

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A propriedade — Monte

The Monte is a straightforward 3-star hotel by the Gudauri ski lift, with a lobby that smells of pine and boot wax. Its USP is proximity to the slopes in winter, but in summer it becomes a quiet base for hikers and mountain bikers. The vibe is unfussy: laminate floors, a small reception, and a breakfast room serving eggs, bread and jam. It suits budget-conscious travellers who value location over luxury.

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Crónicas de Gudauri

Gudauri started as a Soviet-era ski resort in the 1970s, built on the Georgian Military Highway linking Tbilisi to Vladikavkaz. After independence, it expanded rapidly with new lifts and hotels, becoming Georgia's main winter sports hub. The valley retains its Soviet concrete blocks alongside newer glass-fronted developments. Today, summer tourism is growing, with trails and paragliding drawing a younger crowd away from the ski season.

Melhor época para visitar

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Melhores meses

July and August offer clear, warm days for hiking without the winter freeze. September stays pleasant with fewer tourists.

Peak / Festival Surge

February is peak for skiing and snowboarding, when lift queues form and hotel prices double. The Gudauri Music Fest in March also drives demand.

Orçamento da temporada

May and early June bring green valleys and lower rates, though some lifts may be closed. October offers crisp air and autumn colours with steep discounts.

Tempo e embalagem

Summer afternoons can hit 20°C but evenings drop to single digits, and sudden thunderstorms are common. Pack a waterproof jacket and fleece for layering.

Livro City Briefing — Gudauri

  • The Gudauri-Vaslabiani road (part of the Georgian Military Highway) is under repair until late 2026, with potential 30-minute delays on weekdays.
  • A new hiking trail from Gudauri to the Truso Valley opened in 2025, marked with red-and-white posts.
  • Several hotels and ski-lift operators now offer summer bike rentals; book in advance as stock is limited.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Monte, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing north-east (away from the main road). These are high enough to avoid street-level noise and give you a clear view of the Caucasus peaks, not the carpark.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground-floor rooms at the back of the hotel; they look onto the service yard and can get early-morning kitchen noise. Also steer clear of rooms above the lobby entrance – the main door slams and groups gather there late.

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Best views

The north-east side of the hotel has direct sightlines to the Gudauri ski slopes and Mount Kazbek. South-west-facing rooms look onto the main Tbilisi–Stepantsminda road and other hotels.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest: above the lobby and bar, below any rooftop plant, and set back from the road.

🔊 Noise notes

The main road (Tbilisi–Kazbegi highway) runs along the front of the hotel – constant truck and car noise, especially on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings as groups arrive and leave. The back side is quieter but has a small service road used by delivery vans early morning.

Insider tips

1. Check-in queues at Monte can be slow – arrive before 14:00 to beat the rush. 2. If you're driving, parking is in an unpaved lot behind the hotel; ask reception for a space near the back door to avoid lugging bags across the gravel. 3. Request a room with a balcony (if available) – the better rooms on floors 3-4 sometimes have them, and they're worth the fresh mountain air.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — Monte

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15–25 Mbps; login via room number and surname – no time limit

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Lift / Elevator

Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections

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Media & Newspapers

No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand – guests can ask reception for a tablet with local news sites

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 (30 GEL surcharge), after 12:00 billed as half a night

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage available at reception; no dedicated left-luggage room, suitcases kept behind the front desk

Accessibility

Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; lift serves all floors; no adapted bathrooms or visual alarm systems

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Parking

Unmarked on-site parking (free, first-come first-served, about 40 spaces); nearest public car park is 150 m east at Gudauri Ski Centre (10 GEL overnight). No EV charging

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: None (Gudauri does not levy a municipal occupancy tax)

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 100 GEL incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Kids & Family

New Gudauri Playground — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

ჯპს — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Shino Lower Station — 671 m · ~8 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Georgian Lari, GEL

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs in Gudauri for best rates; avoid exchange desks at Tbilisi airport or tourist bureaux which give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger restaurants, but cash is essential for small shops, cable cars, and taxis.

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Tipping etiquette

Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; not expected for taxis or hotel staff unless exceptional service.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee at a local cafe around 5 GEL.

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Best-value lunch

Khachapuri or a soup at a small eatery for about 12-15 GEL.

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Affordable dinner

A main course of khinkali or stew at a simple restaurant for roughly 18-25 GEL.

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Street food & cheap eats

Grab khachapuri or shawarma from stalls near the ski lift bases or along the main road.

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Budget groceries

No large supermarket chains in Gudauri; use mini-marts along the main street for basics.

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Affordable clothes

Limited clothing shopping in Gudauri; budget ski gear is sold from pop-up stalls in winter, but better to buy in Tbilisi.

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Cheapest way around

Free hotel shuttles to lifts in winter; otherwise marshrutka from Tbilisi to Gudauri costs around 15 GEL, or shared taxi for 30 GEL per person.

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Money-saving tips

Bring snacks and drinks from Tbilisi as Gudauri prices are inflated; buy lift passes in advance for discounts; cook in your apartment if you have a kitchen.

Emergency Contacts

Gudauri
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Police
112
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Georgia uses a unified emergency number 112 for police, ambulance, and fire. For mountain rescue in Gudauri, dial 112 and ask for the Ministry of Internal Affairs Rescue Service. For local police station: +995 32 241 8888.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Sadzele Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Vitamin Cafe Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Powder Bar Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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საბაგირო გზა "კუდები - 2" regional
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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თბილისისთანბულ Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ესკიმოსი friture;burger;coffee_shop;international;fish_and_chips;diner;savory_pancakes;crepe;chicken;sandwich
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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რედ ვაინ georgian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ვიტამინი Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gudauri, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Monte

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walkpharmacy · ჯპს — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk

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Vindo ao redor

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Marshrutka from Tbilisi Didube Station to Gudauri 10 GEL

Didube Bus Station, Tbilisi → Hotel Donata, Gudauri (main road stop)

120 min · Every 30–60 minutes · 06:00–20:00

💡 Cheapest option. Marshrutkas leave when full—avoid Friday afternoons. Tell the driver Hotel Donata. From Didube, walk to the back lot where Gudauri minivans queue. Keep small GEL notes.

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Tbilisi to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) Train + Local Taxi 15 GEL

Tbilisi Railway Station (Tbilisi Central) → Hotel Donata, Gudauri (via Kazbegi taxi)

180 min · 1–2 daily departures, seasonal · Typically 08:00–10:00 departures

💡 Scenic but indirect. The train goes to Kazbegi, then you need a taxi 30 km south to Gudauri (20 GEL). Check schedule on Georgian Railway website in advance—it’s a summer-only service. Don’t rely on it in winter.

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Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri Minibus 15 USD

Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) → Hotel Donata, Gudauri

240 min · Several daily, less frequent in low season · Variable, mostly 07:00–18:00

💡 Less common route. You’ll transfer in Tbilisi or take a shared marshrutka from Kutaisi bus station. Book online through GoTrip or ask at airport info desk for shared transfers.

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Private Airport Transfer from Tbilisi to Gudauri 60 USD

Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Hotel Donata, Gudauri

120 min · On request (book ahead) · 24/7 with pre-arrangement

💡 Fix the price before you get in. Drivers wait at arrivals. Hotel Donata sits by the main road, so specify it clearly to avoid being dropped at a central spot. Cash in GEL or USD works best.

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Sobre Gudauri

Wikipedia ↗
Gudauri, Georgia — city travel guide

Gudauri (Georgian: გუდაური) is a ski resort located on the south-facing plateau of The Greater Caucasus Mountain Range in Georgia. The resort is situated in the Kazbegi Municipality, along the Georgian Military Highway near the Jvari Pass, at an elevation of 2,200 meters (7,200 ft.) above sea level....

Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at Monte?

Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing north-east (away from the main road). These are high enough to avoid street-level noise and give you a clear view of the Caucasus peaks, not the carpark.

Which rooms should I avoid at Monte?

Avoid ground-floor rooms at the back of the hotel; they look onto the service yard and can get early-morning kitchen noise. Also steer clear of rooms above the lobby entrance – the main door slams and groups gather there late.

Is Monte noisy?

The main road (Tbilisi–Kazbegi highway) runs along the front of the hotel – constant truck and car noise, especially on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings as groups arrive and leave. The back side is quieter but has a small service road used by delivery vans early morning.

Which rooms have the best views at Monte?

The north-east side of the hotel has direct sightlines to the Gudauri ski slopes and Mount Kazbek. South-west-facing rooms look onto the main Tbilisi–Stepantsminda road and other hotels.

What are insider tips for staying at Monte?

1. Check-in queues at Monte can be slow – arrive before 14:00 to beat the rush. 2. If you're driving, parking is in an unpaved lot behind the hotel; ask reception for a space near the back door to avoid lugging bags across the gravel. 3. Request a room with a balcony (if available) – the better rooms on floors 3-4 sometimes have them, and they're worth the fresh mountain air.

What time is check-in at Monte?

Check-in at Monte is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Monte have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15–25 Mbps; login via room number and surname – no time limit

Is there a city or tourist tax at Monte?

None (Gudauri does not levy a municipal occupancy tax)

Where can I eat cheaply near Monte?

Khachapuri or a soup at a small eatery for about 12-15 GEL.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Monte?

Free hotel shuttles to lifts in winter; otherwise marshrutka from Tbilisi to Gudauri costs around 15 GEL, or shared taxi for 30 GEL per person.

When is the best time to visit Gudauri?

July and August offer clear, warm days for hiking without the winter freeze. September stays pleasant with fewer tourists.

Principais atrações em Gudauri

Gudauri Ski Resort Base Area Free

💡 In summer, the lifts are often closed, but the base area remains a good place to people-watch and find budget food.

Gudauri Panorama Viewpoint Free

💡 Go just before sunset for the best light. The crowds thin out after 4 PM.

Cross Pass Monument (Gudauri Cross) Free

💡 The path is icy in winter — use microspikes. It’s worth the climb for a quiet spot with fewer tourists than the viewpoint.

Jinvali Reservoir Overlook Free

💡 Stop here on your way up from Tbilisi — it’s free and has a small parking area. No facilities, so bring water.

Ananuri Fortress Complex

💡 Arrive early (before 10 AM) to avoid tour groups. The towers are climbable — wear sturdy shoes.

ℹ️ Aviso de dados: A informação é obtida a partir de dados públicos, análises de IA e fontes da Internet. Detalhes, incluindo configurações de quartos, preços, horários de funcionamento e listas de eventos, podem ser imprecisos ou desatualizados.
How we built this briefing
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  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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