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Erekle II

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A propriedade — Erekle II

Erekle II is a no-frills, 3-star hotel in central Telavi, with a small lobby furnished in dark wood and burgundy upholstery. It attracts self-guided travellers who want a clean, quiet base near the main square rather than boutique frills. The USP is its location: you walk out onto Erekle II street, ten minutes from the city’s main sites. It suits budget-conscious visitors, solo explorers, and wine-tour groups who need reliable WiFi and a solid breakfast before heading out.

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Crónicas de Telavi

Telavi was the capital of the Kingdom of Kakheti from the 17th century, when King Erekle II made it his residence and fortified the city with walls and towers. Its architectural core blends medieval Georgian churches, tsarist-era mansions, and Soviet concrete blocks arranged around a central square dominated by the 1764 Batonis Tsikhe fortress-palace. The city survived Persian invasions and Soviet modernisation, and today it retains a relaxed, provincial air as the hub of Georgia’s wine region. Contemporary cultural identity is strong: Telavi is a centre for traditional polyphonic singing, annual wine festivals, and a growing network of family-run guesthouses and marani (wine cellars).

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Melhores meses

May, June, September – warm days (22–28°C), low rainfall, clear skies, and post-harvest crowds in autumn are manageable.

Peak / Festival Surge

August is peak due to Telavi’s wine festivals and European tourists escaping coastal heat; hotel prices can rise 30–50% and rooms fill quickly for the Telavi Wine Festival (usually mid-August).

Orçamento da temporada

April and October – mild (15–20°C), far fewer tourists, significant discounts on 3-star hotels like Erekle II, and the landscape is either green with new vines or golden with autumn leaves.

Tempo e embalagem

Telavi sits at 750m in the Alazani Valley, so summer afternoons are hot (30°C+) but evenings cool sharply. Pack a light jacket or fleece for after sunset, even in June.

Livro City Briefing — Telavi

  • The Telavi central bus station has been renovated (2025), with better minibus scheduling to Tbilisi and Signagi; direct services now run hourly from 6am to 8pm.
  • 2026 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of King Erekle II; special events and walking tours are planned for the weekend of 28 June, including a free concert in the city’s main square.
  • The Alazani River cycle path extension from Telavi to Gremi is now fully open (completed spring 2026), a 20km paved route suitable for casual cyclists.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

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

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear courtyard (away from Erekle II Street). These upper floors are quieter and benefit from less street noise, plus better views over Telavi’s rooftops toward the Alazani Valley.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those directly overlooking Erekle II Street. The 1st floor is near the lift lobby and breakfast area, and street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise from the main road and parked cars. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor for rumbling sounds.

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Best views

Rear-facing rooms on floors 3-4 overlook the courtyard and gardens, with glimpses of the Alazani Plain and distant Caucasus Mountains on clear days. Street-side rooms see Erekle II’s historic buildings but get more noise.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 4 (top floor) are the quietest — furthest from street-level noise, the lift’s mechanical vibrations, and the breakfast room.

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise from Erekle II (a main street with cars, taxis, and occasional music) is the main source. The staircase and lift are audible, especially near the lift shaft. Breakfast runs 8–10, causing footfall and clatter on lower floors. No bar/restaurant noise after midnight — it’s quiet by Telavi standards.

Insider tips

1. Parking fills quickly — arrive before 6pm to claim one of 8 free spots. If full, use the museum lot for 5 GEL and say hello to the katskhi pillar replica nearby. 2. On check-in, ask reception for a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4; they’re often willing to honour requests if available.

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 — Erekle II

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 20 Mbps down. No login—just select the network and accept terms once.

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all guest floors. No stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The building is a restored 19th-century merchant house with a traditional Kakhetian balcony and stone wine cellar open for tours.

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in 14:00–23:00. Early bag drop allowed if room not ready. Late check-out until 14:00 costs 50 GEL, subject to availability.

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage in the lobby cloakroom; no time limit.

Accessibility

Step-free access via a side ramp at the main entrance. Lift to all floors, but no adapted bathrooms in standard rooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users who need roll-in showers.

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Parking

On-site private parking is free for guests, first-come first-served (about 8 spaces). Nearest public car park is behind the Telavi History Museum, 250 metres away, 5 GEL/day. No EV charging.

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival; at check-in they put a 100 GEL hold on your card for incidentals.

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: მთავარანგელოზის ეკლესია (141 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: ქეთევან წამებულის სახელობის ეკლესია (161 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: თელავის ღვთაების ეკლესია (734 m · ~9 min walk)
  • Church: ღვთისმშობლის ეკლესია (968 m · ~12 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

თელავი მოლი — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk

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Walking & Running

ნადიკვარი — 588 m · ~7 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

ერეკლე მეორის სასახლე — 158 m · ~2 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

თელავის ვაჟა ფშაველას სახელობის პროფესიული სახელმწიფო დრამატული თეატრი — 395 m · ~5 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 155 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

ფარმა ქორნერ — 502 m · ~6 min walk

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Convenience Store

თან წაიღე — 226 m · ~3 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Georgian Lari, GEL

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Where to exchange

Exchange at city-centre banks or exchange offices in Telavi for fair rates; avoid airport kiosks and tourist bureaux that often give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Cards accepted in most hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller cafés, markets, and marshrutka drivers prefer cash.

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Tipping etiquette

Restaurants: 10% if service not included; taxis: round up or leave small change; hotel staff: 5–10 GEL for good service.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

Filter coffee or Turkish coffee at a local café; around 3–5 GEL.

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Best-value lunch

Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho at a casual eatery; around 10–15 GEL.

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Affordable dinner

A main of grilled meat or dumplings at a family-run restaurant; about 15–25 GEL.

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Street food & cheap eats

Look for khachapuri stalls and fresh fruit from market vendors near the central square and bus station.

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Budget groceries

Supermarkets like Nikora or Goodwill (though smaller local minimarkets are common).

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Affordable clothes

High-street brands at Telavi's small shopping arcades; limited; better selection in Tbilisi.

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Cheapest way around

Marshrutka (minibus) around town for 1 GEL per ride; from Tbilisi airport, take a bus to Didube station then marshrutka to Telavi for around 20 GEL total.

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Money-saving tips

Eat at family-run cafés rather than tourist-oriented ones; buy fresh produce at the main market for self-catering; use marshrutkas instead of taxis for local travel.

Emergency Contacts

Telavi
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Police
112
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

Georgia 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

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საძმო Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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ნიკალა Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
თელავი Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
მიმინო Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
შუა თელავში Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
ნაძვები Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
ალაზნის ველი georgian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

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

Your arrival at Erekle II

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

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 155 m · ~2 min walkpharmacy · ფარმა ქორნერ — 502 m · ~6 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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Georgian Railway to Telavi 15 GEL

Tbilisi Central Station (Station Square) → Telavi Railway Station

150 min · 1-2 trains daily · Schedule varies; usually mid-morning and late afternoon

💡 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.

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Local Taxi within Telavi 5 GEL

Erma Hotel → Telavi Old Town / Alaverdi Monastery

10 min · On demand via app or street hail · 24/7

💡 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.

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City Bus from Tbilisi Didube to Telavi 8 GEL

Didube Bus Station, Tbilisi → Telavi Central Bus Station

110 min · Every 30-60 minutes · 07:00 - 19:00

💡 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.

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Airport Transfer from Tbilisi (TBS) to Telavi 80 GEL

Tbilisi International Airport → Erma Hotel, Telavi

120 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Book a driver through Bolt or a local agency like GoTrip.ge for fixed rates. Avoid unmarked taxis at arrivals — they'll quote double.

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Sobre Telavi

Wikipedia ↗
Telavi, Georgia — city travel guide

Telavi (; თელავი [t̪ʰeɫaβi]) is the main city and administrative center of the eastern Georgian province of Kakheti. As of the 2024 census, its population was 16,800. The city is located on the foothills of the Tsiv-Gombori Range at 500–800 m (1,600–2,600 ft) above sea level.

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Population 16,800

Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at Erekle II?

Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear courtyard (away from Erekle II Street). These upper floors are quieter and benefit from less street noise, plus better views over Telavi’s rooftops toward the Alazani Valley.

Which rooms should I avoid at Erekle II?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or those directly overlooking Erekle II Street. The 1st floor is near the lift lobby and breakfast area, and street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise from the main road and parked cars. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor for rumbling sounds.

Is Erekle II noisy?

Street noise from Erekle II (a main street with cars, taxis, and occasional music) is the main source. The staircase and lift are audible, especially near the lift shaft. Breakfast runs 8–10, causing footfall and clatter on lower floors. No bar/restaurant noise after midnight — it’s quiet by Telavi standards.

Which rooms have the best views at Erekle II?

Rear-facing rooms on floors 3-4 overlook the courtyard and gardens, with glimpses of the Alazani Plain and distant Caucasus Mountains on clear days. Street-side rooms see Erekle II’s historic buildings but get more noise.

What are insider tips for staying at Erekle II?

1. Parking fills quickly — arrive before 6pm to claim one of 8 free spots. If full, use the museum lot for 5 GEL and say hello to the katskhi pillar replica nearby. 2. On check-in, ask reception for a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4; they’re often willing to honour requests if available.

What time is check-in at Erekle II?

Check-in at Erekle II is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Erekle II have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout; speeds around 20 Mbps down. No login—just select the network and accept terms once.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Erekle II?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Erekle II?

Khachapuri or a bowl of kharcho at a casual eatery; around 10–15 GEL.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Erekle II?

Marshrutka (minibus) around town for 1 GEL per ride; from Tbilisi airport, take a bus to Didube station then marshrutka to Telavi for around 20 GEL total.

When is the best time to visit Telavi?

May, June, September – warm days (22–28°C), low rainfall, clear skies, and post-harvest crowds in autumn are manageable.

Principais atrações em Telavi

Alazani Valley Viewpoint Free

💡 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.

Telavi Old Town Walk Free

💡 Start at Erekle II Square and head south along Akhvlediani Street for the best preserved facades. Most houses are private, so respect residents.

Alaverdi Monastery Grounds Free

💡 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.

Batonis Tsikhe Fortress

💡 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.

Tsinandali Estate Gardens

💡 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.

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