🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia
Guta
📍 3, ივანე თარხნიშვილის ჩიხი, Tbilisi
Your stay — Guta
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The Property — Guta
The Guta is a solid, no-fuss 3-star in Tbilisi’s Avlabari district. You walk into a small, tidy lobby with a 24-hour front desk and a lift — rare in older buildings. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, quiet base within walking distance of the old town and the Holy Trinity Cathedral, without paying for style or frills.
Chronicles of Tbilisi
Tbilisi was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali, who was supposedly led to a hot spring by his falcon. The city’s architecture layers medieval churches, 19th-century Russian neoclassical facades, and the ornate, crumbling Art Nouveau of the oil-boom era. After the 2003 Rose Revolution, a wave of glassy, modernist development rose alongside restored, balconied wooden houses. Today Tbilisi is a confident, creative capital with a strong café culture, a vibrant tech scene, and a deep‑rooted pride in its wine-making heritage.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tbilisi guide →Best months
May, June and September give you warm, sunny weather (20–28°C) without the punishing July/August heat. Crowds are moderate, and the city feels lively but not overrun.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak: temperatures regularly hit 32–38°C, and the city fills with regional tourists and diaspora summer visitors. Hotel rates rise 20–40% above shoulder-season averages. The Tbilisoba festival (October) also spikes demand, though it's not as intense.
Budget shoulder season
April, October and November are the smart budget choices. Prices drop 15–30%, days stay mild (12–22°C), and you get the city’s changing autumn colours or early spring blossoms without the crowds.
Weather & packing
Tbilisi has a humid subtropical climate, so July afternoons are stifling but evenings can be breezy. Pack one light jacket or cardigan for after dark — you’ll need it even in summer.
Live City Briefing — Tbilisi
- The Rustaveli Avenue reconstruction project is still ongoing; some sections are pedestrian-only or have temporary lanes. Expect road closures and metro congestion near Liberty Square.
- New direct flights from Berlin and Rome (Wizz Air) started in spring 2026, making Tbilisi more accessible for European visitors — and the airport bus now runs every 20 minutes to the city centre.
- A raté of new wine bars and craft-beer taprooms has opened along the Kura riverfront near the Metekhi bridge — a safe, shady post-walk spot for a mid-afternoon beer.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Guta, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor overlooking the inner courtyard (away from Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle yet low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the dead-end street (Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End) on the 1st floor – street noise from cars turning or parking, plus potential pedestrian chatter from the narrow lane. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor (typically odd-numbered rooms near the elevator core).
Best views
The address is in a dead-end lane (Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End), so no grand views. Best view is from upper floors on the courtyard side – you'll see quiet inner courtyards with trees and perhaps distant glimpses of the Metekhi district. Street-facing rooms just look at neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 (assuming a 4-storey building typical for a 3-star Tbilisi hotel). These floors are above the ground-floor lobby and possible breakfast room, reducing noise from comings and goings.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise source is the dead-end lane itself – cars idling, reversing, doors slamming. Also potential bar/restaurant noise from nearby Sololaki streets (popular for nightlife). The old building may have thin walls; ask for a room on a courtyard side if available.
Insider tips
1) Ask for room 201 or 202 (if those exist) – they face the courtyard and are likely quieter. 2) Arrange parking in advance – the dead-end lane is very tight for parking; hotel may have a reserved spot or can guide you to a nearby 24-hour car park on Kote Afkhazi Street.
- 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 — Guta
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and lobby, typical speed 20 Mbps down, no login constraints
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; building is a converted early-20th-century wooden house with original carved balcony on the front facade
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop free from 10:00; check-out by 12:00, late check-out until 18:00 costs 40 GEL (weekends same)
Free for all guests, 24/7, no time limit
No step-free access; main entrance has two steps and lift is narrow (door width 70 cm), unsuitable for wheelchairs
No on-site parking; free street parking on Tarkhnishvili Dead End (limited, first-come basis); nearest public car park at Mercure Hotel (50 m, 3 GEL/hour, 15 GEL/night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; 50 GEL card hold for incidentals at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
იაკობ ნიკოლაძის სახლ-მუზეუმი — 233 m · ~3 min walk
მარჯანიშვილის თეატრი — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk
პსპ — 329 m · ~4 min walk
გვირილა — 77 m · ~1 min walk
რუსთაველი — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use ATMs in the city for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist areas, which often give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most hotels, supermarkets, and chain restaurants; smaller cafes and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless and mobile pay are common in larger places.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill at restaurants (10% for very good service), small change for taxis, and a few lari for hotel staff who help with bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or a standard espresso at a local café: about 3-4 GEL
A khachapuri or similar from a bakery or small eatery: around 8-12 GEL
A main dish at a casual neighbourhood restaurant: 15-25 GEL
Cheap eats are around the Dezerter Bazaar and near metro stations – look for khinkali and khachapuri stalls.
Common budget supermarkets: Carrefour, Spar, and local chains like Goodwill – all found within walking distance or a short marshrutka ride.
For budget clothes, visit the Deserter Bazaar (second-hand) or the Dry Bridge Market for vintage; new high-street items are available in shopping centres like Tbilisi Mall.
Metro and bus: single ride 1 GEL, unlimited day pass 3 GEL. From the airport, take bus 337 (1 GEL) or a shared marshrutka (around 0.5 GEL) – avoid taxis from the rank.
1. Eat at bakeries and markets rather than tourist restaurants. 2. Use public transport or walk – most of central Tbilisi is compact. 3. Buy water and snacks from supermarkets, not street vendors.
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 Guta
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 88 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · პსპ — 329 m · ~4 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 Guta?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor overlooking the inner courtyard (away from Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle yet low enough for quick stair access if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Guta?
Avoid rooms facing the dead-end street (Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End) on the 1st floor – street noise from cars turning or parking, plus potential pedestrian chatter from the narrow lane. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor (typically odd-numbered rooms near the elevator core).
Is Guta noisy?
Main noise source is the dead-end lane itself – cars idling, reversing, doors slamming. Also potential bar/restaurant noise from nearby Sololaki streets (popular for nightlife). The old building may have thin walls; ask for a room on a courtyard side if available.
Which rooms have the best views at Guta?
The address is in a dead-end lane (Ivane Tarkhnishvili Dead End), so no grand views. Best view is from upper floors on the courtyard side – you'll see quiet inner courtyards with trees and perhaps distant glimpses of the Metekhi district. Street-facing rooms just look at neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Guta?
1) Ask for room 201 or 202 (if those exist) – they face the courtyard and are likely quieter. 2) Arrange parking in advance – the dead-end lane is very tight for parking; hotel may have a reserved spot or can guide you to a nearby 24-hour car park on Kote Afkhazi Street.
What time is check-in at Guta?
Check-in at Guta is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Guta have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and lobby, typical speed 20 Mbps down, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Guta?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Guta?
A khachapuri or similar from a bakery or small eatery: around 8-12 GEL
What is the cheapest way to get around from Guta?
Metro and bus: single ride 1 GEL, unlimited day pass 3 GEL. From the airport, take bus 337 (1 GEL) or a shared marshrutka (around 0.5 GEL) – avoid taxis from the rank.
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
May, June and September give you warm, sunny weather (20–28°C) without the punishing July/August heat. Crowds are moderate, and the city feels lively but not overrun.
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.