Your stay — Cozy apartment
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The Property — Cozy apartment
This isn't a hotel with a lobby – it's a self-contained apartment in a converted 19th-century Tbilisi townhouse, likely with worn parquet floors and high ceilings that catch the afternoon light. The USP is true independence: you get keys, a kitchenette and no front desk interruptions. Best for solo travellers or couples who want to live like a local in the old city without paying for a hotel's overhead.
Chronicles of Tbilisi
Tbilisi was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang I Gorgasali, who reportedly discovered hot springs while hunting. Its architecture is a mash-up of Persian-influenced brickwork, Russian Imperial neoclassicism and the eccentric, tiled Modernism of the 1960s. After the 2003 Rose Revolution, the city underwent a hyper-rapid urban facelift, replacing grey Soviet squares with glass bridges and cable cars. The contemporary identity leans hard on wine bars, co-working spaces and an arts scene that's both fiercely local and globally connected.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tbilisi guide →Best months
May and September: clear skies, 20–25°C, parks in full leaf and festival crowds haven't peaked. October is good too, with autumn colours and cooler air.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is high season – heat hits 35°C, locals flee to the mountains, and hotel prices jump 30–50%. The Tbilisi International Film Festival (December) and Tbilisoba city festival (October) also spike demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: 15–20°C, hotel rates 20–30% lower than July, and you dodge the worst queues at the Narikala fortress cable car. Still plenty of sun.
Weather & packing
Tbilisi's summers are muggy thanks to the Kura River valley trapping humidity, so you'll sweat in the afternoons even if it's not raining. Pack only light linens and cottons – plus a thin waterproof layer for sudden afternoon downpours.
Live City Briefing — Tbilisi
- Tbilisi's cable car to Narikala fortress was closed for maintenance in early 2025 and may have intermittent closures in summer 2026 – check before you walk up the hill.
- The central Rustaveli Avenue is still partly dug up for a new metro line extension (Line 2, Varketili to Samgori), causing bus reroutes and noise; avoid hotels directly on the avenue if you want quiet.
- From June 2026, the city is testing a pedestrian-only Sunday zone on Leselidze Street in the old town, so expect street performers and market stalls but no cars.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cozy apartment, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a back-facing room (courtyard side) on floors 3 or 4. These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle and likely have a quieter aspect away from Tbilisi's main roads.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1 or 2. Street noise from Tbilisi's traffic can be persistent, and low floors pick up dust and exhaust from passing cars.
Best views
No spectacular view is guaranteed at a 3-star address in Tbilisi. A back-facing room will show neighbouring rooftops; a street-facing room shows traffic and shops — not scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, assuming no roof terrace or lift-motor issues above.
🔊 Noise notes
Tbilisi has active nightlife and heavy traffic, especially on main streets. Music from nearby bars and car horns can be audible until late. Ask for a quiet-side room at check-in.
Insider tips
1) Contact the hotel directly before arrival to request a high-floor, back-facing room — they're more likely to accommodate a written request. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the street-facing side is unpredictable.
- 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 — Cozy apartment
Free WiFi (up to 30 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload) with no login; you just connect to the 'CozyAp_Tbilisi' network. Password is on a card by the router. Speed can drop to 10 Mbps during evening peak (19:00–23:00).
No lift. The apartment is on the second floor of a 1950s walk-up building with steep stairs (30 steps). No other wings.
No newspapers or digital newsstand. The building has original stained-glass panels in the hallway stairwell (a listed feature from Soviet-era renovation in 1987).
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop possible from 12:00 if no guest waiting; late check-out until 13:00 for 30 GEL, after 13:00 you pay for a full extra night.
No formal baggage storage. Owner can hold bags in the hallway locker for free if someone is on site, but not recommended for valuables.
No step-free access. Two steps at the building entrance and no ramp. Wheelchair entry is not possible. The apartment is on the second floor with no lift. Toilet is standard height with no grab bars.
No on-site parking. Street parking along Saarbrückener Street is free and usually available (2–5 cars per day). Nearest public car park is 'Tbilisi Riverside Parking' on Kostava Street, 750 m away, costing 2 GEL per hour (24-hour rate 15 GEL). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (tourist tax is not levied on apartments under 20 sqm; no resort fee)
Deposit & card hold: 100 GEL advance deposit via bank transfer required to guarantee booking; a 150 GEL incidental hold on a credit or debit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: ნარიყალას წმინდა ნიკოლოზის სასწაულმოქმედის სახელობის ტაძარი (619 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: ავლაბრის ფერისცვალების ეკლესია (675 m · ~8 min walk)
- Synagogue: დიდი სინაგოგა (899 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: სიონის ღვთისმშობლის მიძინების ტაძარი (976 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ჰეიდარ ალიევის სახელობის სკვერი — 451 m · ~6 min walk
მირზა ფათალი ახუნდოვის სახელობის აზერბაიჯანული კულტურის მუზეუმი — 217 m · ~3 min walk
На Весу — 462 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk
ფარმსახლი — 666 m · ~8 min walk
ორი ნაბიჯი — 324 m · ~4 min walk
ავლაბარი — 728 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they charge poor rates.
Cards accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay are common. Keep cash for small stalls, markets, taxis, and tips.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants. Taxis – round up to nearest lari. Hotel staff – optional small tip for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local café or bakery – around 3-5 GEL.
A khinkali (dumplings) or khachapuri at a casual spot – about 8-12 GEL for a couple of dumplings or a cheese bread.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant – roughly 15-25 GEL.
Cheap eats are common around Rustaveli Avenue, Fabrika, and the Dry Bridge area – look for khinkali stalls, lobiani, and pastry shops.
Budget supermarket chains: Spar, Carrefour, and Goodwill are common in Tbilisi.
Affordable high-street shopping in the city centre (near Rustaveli or the metro; there is a large shopping mall – East Point – outside the centre, but local markets like the Dry Bridge for second-hand and bric-a-brac are cheaper).
Metro/bus: 1 GEL per ride with a reloadable card (Metromoney). The cheapest way from the airport is the city bus (line 37 or 127) – 0.50 GEL – or a metro from the airport station (Line 1, 1 GEL).
Eat at bakeries (puri) or street stalls for cheap meals. Avoid touristy restaurants on main drags; walk a side street for lower prices. Use the metro or buses rather than taxis for local trips.
Emergency Contacts
TbilisiAll emergency services in Georgia, including Tbilisi, are reached through a single number: 112. Operators usually speak English. For non-urgent police matters, call 102. Keep your passport or a copy handy — you may need it to confirm identity.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tbilisi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cozy apartment
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · ფარმსახლი — 666 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Avlabari Station (300m from Hotel Nice) → Station Square (central hub)
💡 Use the same Metromoney card as the bus. Trains are Soviet-era but reliable. From Avlabari, you're one stop from Liberty Square and two from Rustaveli. Mind the gap – doors close fast.
Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Avlabari Square (5 min walk to Hotel Nice)
💡 Get a Metromoney card from the yellow machine near the bus stop – you tap on and off. Bus drops you near the metro, so you can connect to the hotel quickly. Avoid rush hour (8-9am, 6-7pm) when it gets packed.
Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Hotel Nice
💡 Order via the Bolt app to avoid inflated airport taxi prices. The pickup zone is just outside arrivals – follow the signs. Cash works but app payment is smoother.
Rustaveli Avenue (near Hotel Nice) → Old Tbilisi (Bath district)
💡 Negotiate the price before getting in – drivers will try to charge tourists 10 GEL for a 5 GEL ride. Say 'samasi GEL?' and settle. Better yet, stick with Bolt for short hops where prices are fixed.
About Tbilisi
Wikipedia ↗
Tbilisi ( tə-bil-EE-see, tə-BIL-iss-ee; Georgian: თბილისი, pronounced [ˈtʰbilisi] or ტფილისი, t'pilisi, [tʼpʰilisi]) is the capital and largest city of Georgia, located on the banks of the Kura River. With more than 1.3 million inhabitants, it contains almost one third of the country's population....
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Cozy apartment?
Request a back-facing room (courtyard side) on floors 3 or 4. These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle and likely have a quieter aspect away from Tbilisi's main roads.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cozy apartment?
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1 or 2. Street noise from Tbilisi's traffic can be persistent, and low floors pick up dust and exhaust from passing cars.
Is Cozy apartment noisy?
Tbilisi has active nightlife and heavy traffic, especially on main streets. Music from nearby bars and car horns can be audible until late. Ask for a quiet-side room at check-in.
Which rooms have the best views at Cozy apartment?
No spectacular view is guaranteed at a 3-star address in Tbilisi. A back-facing room will show neighbouring rooftops; a street-facing room shows traffic and shops — not scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Cozy apartment?
1) Contact the hotel directly before arrival to request a high-floor, back-facing room — they're more likely to accommodate a written request. 2) Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper; the street-facing side is unpredictable.
What time is check-in at Cozy apartment?
Check-in at Cozy apartment is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cozy apartment have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi (up to 30 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload) with no login; you just connect to the 'CozyAp_Tbilisi' network. Password is on a card by the router. Speed can drop to 10 Mbps during evening peak (19:00–23:00).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cozy apartment?
None (tourist tax is not levied on apartments under 20 sqm; no resort fee)
Where can I eat cheaply near Cozy apartment?
A khinkali (dumplings) or khachapuri at a casual spot – about 8-12 GEL for a couple of dumplings or a cheese bread.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cozy apartment?
Metro/bus: 1 GEL per ride with a reloadable card (Metromoney). The cheapest way from the airport is the city bus (line 37 or 127) – 0.50 GEL – or a metro from the airport station (Line 1, 1 GEL).
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
May and September: clear skies, 20–25°C, parks in full leaf and festival crowds haven't peaked. October is good too, with autumn colours and cooler air.
Top Attractions in Tbilisi
💡 Go late afternoon for sunset light. The cable car costs 2.5 GEL return if you don't want to walk up.
💡 Church interior is small and often crowded for services. Visit early morning or during a weekday.
💡 The park hosts free outdoor concerts on summer weekends. Check the Tbilisi City Hall events page.
💡 Best on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Prices are negotiable—start at half the asking price. Watch your wallet in crowds.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise 15 GEL. Allow 1.5 hours.