🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia
Saint George Hostel
📍 Tbilisi
Your stay — Saint George Hostel
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The Property — Saint George Hostel
Saint George Hostel sits in a converted 19th-century townhouse on a quiet lane off Rustaveli Avenue. The lobby mixes original parquet floors with mismatched sofas and a wall of travel stickers — functional, not polished. Bedrooms are basic but clean, with sturdy bunks and good curtains; the real draw is the courtyard garden with a grapevine pergola. It suits budget travellers who want a central base with decent social spaces, not a party hostel.
Chronicles of Tbilisi
Tbilisi was founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang Gorgasali after he discovered hot springs in the area. Its architecture layers Persian brick, Russian neoclassical, and early 20th-century Art Nouveau, all scarred by the 1990s civil war. The old town's crooked lanes and wooden balconies survive from the 19th century, when the city was a crossroads of the Silk Road. Today, Tbilisi is a confident, messy blend of Orthodox churches, Soviet brutalist blocks, and wine bars. The city's identity is shaped by its multi-ethnic history and a fierce, modern Georgian cultural resurgence.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tbilisi guide →Best months
September, October, May — pleasant temperatures (20-25°C), fewer tourists than summer, clear skies for walking the old town.
Peak / festival surge
June through August. The city fills with regional tourists and heat peaks at 35°C+ in July. Hostel prices double for August's Tbilisoba festival (food, music, wine). Expect noisy streets and packed Metro.
Budget shoulder season
April and November. Chillier (10-18°C) but cheaper — dorm beds drop 30-40%. April brings spring blossom and the Tbilisi Jazz Festival; November is grey but quiet with good wine-bar deals.
Weather & packing
Tbilisi's climate swings wildly: July afternoons can hit 38°C but evenings drop to 18°C. Pack light layers, a sun hat, and a light jacket for evening breezes on the hillside balconies.
Live City Briefing — Tbilisi
- Metro line 1 (Akhmeteli-Varketili) closes 22:00 for maintenance until September — use city buses or Bolt taxis after hours.
- The cable car to Narikala Fortress is down for cable replacement until August; walk up via the botanical garden paths instead.
- Several new wine bars opened in the Chardin area this spring, including Lilo's, offering natural kvevri wines by the glass.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Saint George Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (away from the street). These floors are high enough to reduce foot traffic noise from the stairs and lobby, and the rear aspect avoids the main road if the hostel is on a busy Tbilisi street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor at the front. These will have street noise from traffic and pedestrians, especially if the hostel is on a main road in Tbilisi. Also avoid rooms next to the stairwell or lift (if one exists) due to slamming doors and guest movement.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing upper floors overlooking the courtyard or inner block. If the hostel has a rooftop or balcony, that might offer a partial city view, but given the 3-star rating and Tbilisi location, don't expect a landmark vista.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors (top floors) are quietest, assuming no lift machinery overhead. The 2nd floor is acceptable if rear-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
The address is given only as 'Tbilisi', meaning the street is unspecified, but Georgian hostels on main roads (like Rustaveli or Agmashenebeli) suffer from late-night traffic and car horns. Expect street noise at the front and occasional lift noise if the hostel has one.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room at the back when booking – hostels often accommodate if you request by email. 2) Bring earplugs, as many Tbilisi hostels have thin windows; if you're a light sleeper, also request a top-floor room to avoid footstep noise from above.
- 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 — Saint George Hostel
Free Wi-Fi on all common areas and dorm/beds. Login via room number. Speed adequate for HD video calls.
No lift. All rooms on first floor only (one flight of stairs).
No newspapers. Digital news not offered. The building is a converted 1960s Soviet-era apartment block, no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop always free if room not ready. Late check-out (after 12:00) costs 20 GEL until 18:00.
Free storage in locked room behind reception for same-day drop-offs or post-check-out.
No step-free access. Single step at entrance, narrow corridors. Not wheelchair accessible.
No on-site parking. Free street parking in adjacent residential streets; always available. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full payment taken at booking; a 50 GEL card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: ბეთლემის ქვედა ეკლესია (693 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: ქაშვეთის წმინდა გიორგის სახელობის ტაძარი (962 m · ~12 min walk)
- Synagogue: დიდი სინაგოგა (996 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: სიონის ღვთისმშობლის მიძინების ტაძარი (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
პუშკინის პარკი — 564 m · ~7 min walk
სმირნოვების მუზეუმი — 371 m · ~5 min walk
ა. ს. გრიბოედოევის სახელობის თბილისის რუსული დრამატული თეატრი — 447 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 105 m · ~1 min walk
პსპ — 155 m · ~2 min walk
სპარი — 76 m · ~1 min walk
თავისუფლების მოედანი — 521 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Georgian Lari, GEL
Use city-centre exchange booths or banks for better rates; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants and hotels, but cash is still king for small shops, taxis and markets.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; not expected in taxis, but rounding up is appreciated; hotel staff do not expect a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso or filter coffee at a local cafe costs around 3–5 GEL.
A hearty khachapuri or a plate of khinkali at a casual eatery costs 8–12 GEL.
A main course at a modest restaurant runs about 15–25 GEL.
Head to the central markets or side streets around Rustaveli and Freedom Square for cheap khachapuri, khinkali and shawarma stalls.
Popular budget supermarkets include Carrefour, Nikora and Goodwill.
Check out the Dry Bridge Market for second-hand and vintage finds, or the shopping streets along Rustaveli Avenue for affordable high-street chains.
The cheapest way around is the metro (1 GEL per ride) or minibuses (80 tetri); from the airport, take bus number 37 (1 GEL) into town.
Skip taxis unless necessary; use metro and marshrutkas. Eat at bakeries and market stalls rather than tourist restaurants. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not at convenience stores.
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 Saint George Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 105 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · პსპ — 155 m · ~2 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 Saint George Hostel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (away from the street). These floors are high enough to reduce foot traffic noise from the stairs and lobby, and the rear aspect avoids the main road if the hostel is on a busy Tbilisi street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Saint George Hostel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or 1st floor at the front. These will have street noise from traffic and pedestrians, especially if the hostel is on a main road in Tbilisi. Also avoid rooms next to the stairwell or lift (if one exists) due to slamming doors and guest movement.
Is Saint George Hostel noisy?
The address is given only as 'Tbilisi', meaning the street is unspecified, but Georgian hostels on main roads (like Rustaveli or Agmashenebeli) suffer from late-night traffic and car horns. Expect street noise at the front and occasional lift noise if the hostel has one.
Which rooms have the best views at Saint George Hostel?
The best view is from rear-facing upper floors overlooking the courtyard or inner block. If the hostel has a rooftop or balcony, that might offer a partial city view, but given the 3-star rating and Tbilisi location, don't expect a landmark vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Saint George Hostel?
1) Ask for a room at the back when booking – hostels often accommodate if you request by email. 2) Bring earplugs, as many Tbilisi hostels have thin windows; if you're a light sleeper, also request a top-floor room to avoid footstep noise from above.
What time is check-in at Saint George Hostel?
Check-in at Saint George Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Saint George Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi on all common areas and dorm/beds. Login via room number. Speed adequate for HD video calls.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Saint George Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Saint George Hostel?
A hearty khachapuri or a plate of khinkali at a casual eatery costs 8–12 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Saint George Hostel?
The cheapest way around is the metro (1 GEL per ride) or minibuses (80 tetri); from the airport, take bus number 37 (1 GEL) into town.
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
September, October, May — pleasant temperatures (20-25°C), fewer tourists than summer, clear skies for walking the old town.
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.