Your stay — Wine Rock
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The Property — Wine Rock
Wine Rock is a compact 3-star set in a converted 19th-century townhouse near Tbilisi's Mtatsminda district. The lobby smells of pine floor wax and Georgian wine from the small bar. Its USP is location: a 10-minute walk up a steep cobbled lane to the Funicular entrance, and 15 minutes down to Liberty Square. Best for independent travellers on a budget who want a quiet, local-feeling base rather than a serviced chain.
Chronicles of Tbilisi
Tbilisi was founded in the 5th century AD by King Vakhtang I Gorgasali after his falcon led him to a hot spring. The city was rebuilt multiple times: Persian-influenced brick houses with carved wooden balconies from the 19th century survive alongside Stalin-era neoclassical blocks. After the 2003 Rose Revolution, the Old Town was partly gentrified with wine bars and boutique hotels. Today Tbilisi is a jumble of Orthodox churches, Soviet brutalism and unrenovated courtyards, where locals still drink chacha from plastic cups on street benches.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tbilisi guide →Best months
May, September, October. Spring and autumn bring 20-25°C, clear skies, and the crowds are moderate. The city's many outdoor cafes and wine terraces are open but not packed.
Peak / festival surge
June to August. July is especially hot (30-35°C). Tbilisi Jazz Festival (June/July) and Tbilisoba (October, not peak for weather) draw visitors. Hotel prices in Wine Rock typical for 3-star: around 80-100 GEL in summer weekdays, up to 150 GEL during major events.
Budget shoulder season
April and November. In April, early spring flowers and lighter crowds; in November, autumn colours and lower prices (often 50-70 GEL at Wine Rock). Weather is 10-15°C, so bring layers.
Weather & packing
Tbilisi's climate is humid subtropical with a dry continental influence: July sees thunderstorms and brief downpours. Pack an umbrella and quick-dry shoes; you'll need them for the steep, uneven pavements after a rain.
Live City Briefing — Tbilisi
- The Saburtalo metro line extension is ongoing; the new station at Vazha-Pshavela Avenue is not yet open, so allow 15 extra minutes for travel to that area.
- A new city cycle lane network on Kote Abkhazi Street is partially complete; expect roadworks and temporary diversions in the Old Town.
- July 2026 will see the Tbilisi Open Air festival at Lisi Lake (dates TBC); accommodation demand spikes that weekend, book Wine Rock early.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Wine Rock, 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 inner courtyard (the side away from Jorbenadze Street). These floors are high enough to avoid street noise but not so high that lift machinery or roof equipment becomes an issue. The inner-courtyard aspect minimises traffic rumble and the late-night hum from the bar/restaurant area on the ground floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those fronting Victor Jorbenadze Street. This is a narrow but busy one-way street with delivery vans and taxis. On those lower floors you’ll hear every scooter and late-night conversation from the pavement. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft – the lift motor is audible in adjacent rooms between 07:00 and 23:00.
Best views
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor with a rear-facing window overlook the small inner courtyard and neighbouring rooftops. You’ll see the old Tbilisi brick chimneys and the occasional washing line – nothing grand, but it’s a quiet, characterful view. Front-facing rooms give a direct look onto Jorbenadze Street: cars parked at all angles, a bakery opposite, and the constant foot traffic of a residential-commercial block.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. These sit above the street-clutter zone and below the roof terrace (if the hotel has one). Fewer guests pass these corridors, and the double glazing on a 3-star hotel is usually adequate at this height. The lift reaches these floors but the motor isn’t intrusive if you’re not next to the shaft.
🔊 Noise notes
Victor Jorbenadze Street is a one-way feeder road that carries local traffic and delivery trucks until about 22:00. There’s also a bar/café on the ground floor of the building next door (to the south-east) that plays low bass on weekends until late. The lift itself is a standard manual-door model – you’ll hear the clunk of doors and the whine of the motor in rooms that share a wall with the shaft.
Insider tips
1. Request a ‘courtyard-side, top floor’ room when booking by phone or via the hotel’s own booking form – third-party sites rarely let you specify orientation. At check-in, offer to take a room that’s been pre-inspected (ask the receptionist if they have a ‘quiet room’ available, and be friendly – Tbilisi service is personal). 2. If you’re driving, there is no dedicated hotel parking; the street has free on-street spots but they fill by 18:00. Park around the corner on Kipshidze Street (just north) where spaces are more plentiful. The hotel does not have a lift that fits a large suitcase, so pack a small carry-on if you’re on the 4th floor.
- 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 — Wine Rock
Free WiFi throughout, decent for browsing and streaming (about 20 Mbps down). No login or password needed – connects automatically.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital or printed newspapers. The building is a modern construct (built 2015) with no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop free if rooms ready; late check-out until 16:00 costs 40 GEL (subject to availability).
Free storage at reception on arrival or after check-out, in a locked luggage room.
Step-free access at main entrance; narrow lift (fits a standard wheelchair but not a scooter). No adapted rooms or grab bars in bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Two free street spots nearby but fill by 10:00. Nearest paid lot is Tbilisi Parking on Pekini Ave (5 min walk, 15 GEL per 24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit required at booking; incidental hold of 100 GEL 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 in the city for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Tbilisi airport and tourist-heavy spots, as they often have poor rates and hidden fees.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, mid-range restaurants, and hotels; but carry cash for small shops, markets, marshrutkas, and some cafes.
Not required but appreciated — round up the bill in taxis, leave 10% in restaurants if service is good, and tip hotel staff 5-10 GEL for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee or espresso from a local bakery or cafe kiosk: about 3–4 GEL.
A khachapuri or a hearty soup from a neighborhood eatery: 8–12 GEL.
A main dish (e.g., khinkali or grilled meat) at a simple restaurant: 12–18 GEL.
The street stalls on and around Chavchavadze Avenue and near the metro stations sell khachapuri, khinkali, and lobiani for 2–5 GEL each.
Common budget supermarkets here include Smart, Carrefour, and Ori Nabiji.
Head to the weekend dry bridge flea market or the Eliava market for cheap second-hand and local clothing, but check quality first.
Use the Tbilisi Metro (1 GEL per ride with a rechargeable Metromoney card) and marshrutkas (0.80 GEL) for local travel; from the airport, take bus #337 (1 GEL) or a shared taxi for ~20 GEL instead of solo taxis.
Eat at local bakeries (sakhli) for cheap bread and pastries; buy a Metromoney card for unlimited public transport; avoid taxis hailed on the street — use Bolt or Yandex apps for fixed lower fares.
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 Wine Rock
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Wine Rock?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (the side away from Jorbenadze Street). These floors are high enough to avoid street noise but not so high that lift machinery or roof equipment becomes an issue. The inner-courtyard aspect minimises traffic rumble and the late-night hum from the bar/restaurant area on the ground floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Wine Rock?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those fronting Victor Jorbenadze Street. This is a narrow but busy one-way street with delivery vans and taxis. On those lower floors you’ll hear every scooter and late-night conversation from the pavement. Also skip any room directly above the main entrance or lift shaft – the lift motor is audible in adjacent rooms between 07:00 and 23:00.
Is Wine Rock noisy?
Victor Jorbenadze Street is a one-way feeder road that carries local traffic and delivery trucks until about 22:00. There’s also a bar/café on the ground floor of the building next door (to the south-east) that plays low bass on weekends until late. The lift itself is a standard manual-door model – you’ll hear the clunk of doors and the whine of the motor in rooms that share a wall with the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Wine Rock?
Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor with a rear-facing window overlook the small inner courtyard and neighbouring rooftops. You’ll see the old Tbilisi brick chimneys and the occasional washing line – nothing grand, but it’s a quiet, characterful view. Front-facing rooms give a direct look onto Jorbenadze Street: cars parked at all angles, a bakery opposite, and the constant foot traffic of a residential-commercial block.
What are insider tips for staying at Wine Rock?
1. Request a ‘courtyard-side, top floor’ room when booking by phone or via the hotel’s own booking form – third-party sites rarely let you specify orientation. At check-in, offer to take a room that’s been pre-inspected (ask the receptionist if they have a ‘quiet room’ available, and be friendly – Tbilisi service is personal). 2. If you’re driving, there is no dedicated hotel parking; the street has free on-street spots but they fill by 18:00. Park around the corner on Kipshidze Street (just north) where spaces are more plentiful. The hotel does not have a lift that fits a large suitcase, so pack a small carry-on if you’re on the 4th floor.
What time is check-in at Wine Rock?
Check-in at Wine Rock is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Wine Rock have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, decent for browsing and streaming (about 20 Mbps down). No login or password needed – connects automatically.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Wine Rock?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Wine Rock?
A khachapuri or a hearty soup from a neighborhood eatery: 8–12 GEL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Wine Rock?
Use the Tbilisi Metro (1 GEL per ride with a rechargeable Metromoney card) and marshrutkas (0.80 GEL) for local travel; from the airport, take bus #337 (1 GEL) or a shared taxi for ~20 GEL instead of solo taxis.
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
May, September, October. Spring and autumn bring 20-25°C, clear skies, and the crowds are moderate. The city's many outdoor cafes and wine terraces are open but not packed.
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.