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Kutaisi Travel Guide: Where to Stay and What to Do

Pace: balanced Historic Authentic Natural Charming
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Busiest
Jun-Sep

Updated September 2026

Kutaisi

About Kutaisi

Stone lanes, leafy squares and a riverfront give Kutaisi a relaxed historic character in western Georgia, with monasteries, caves and canyons close by.

Kutaisi’s sights range from hilltop Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery to the underground chambers of Prometheus Cave. Martvili Canyon, Okatse Canyon and Sataplia Nature Reserve add river scenery, forest trails and limestone formations beyond the city.

June through September suits outings in the surrounding countryside, while Kutaisi City Center keeps the Colchis Fountain, restaurants and market streets within easy reach. Imeretian Khachapuri and lobio bring the region’s cooking to the table.

Where to stay

Hotels in Kutaisi

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Places to stay in Kutaisi

Best for

Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 694 of 761 hotels with verified data.

Best for families

Family rooms listed · 68 hotels qualify

  1. Veranda Boutique Hotel Kutaisi9.9/10 · 52 reviews
  2. Nino's Cosy Apartment9.7/10 · 170 reviews · 4-star
  3. Kutaisi Center Guesthouse9.7/10 · 111 reviews · 4-star
  4. Beehives9.7/10 · 89 reviews
  5. Memory basket9.6/10 · 56 reviews · 5-star

Best for drivers

Free parking · 103 hotels qualify

  1. Jays9.9/10 · 59 reviews
  2. KHORGO9.8/10 · 106 reviews · 3-star
  3. ALINA'S ROOM9.8/10 · 71 reviews · 3-star
  4. Hotel Varla9.8/10 · 78 reviews
  5. Gold Guest House9.8/10 · 74 reviews

Best for a pool

Swimming pool listed · 14 hotels qualify

  1. Makos Guest House9.7/10 · 225 reviews · 4-star
  2. Giorgi's Homestay9.6/10 · 110 reviews
  3. Iveri House9.5/10 · 112 reviews
  4. The West Inn-Georgia Hotel9.2/10 · 209 reviews · 4-star
  5. Communal Hotel Kutaisi9.2/10 · 185 reviews · 3-star

Kutaisi at a glance

Check-in / check-out
2:00 PM / 12:00 PM
Free parking
467 of 508 hotels (92%)
Pool
34 of 694 hotels
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Georgian, Russian and English
Local currency
GEL (GEL)
Local time
(GMT+4)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Kutaisi City Center
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 5-10% appreciated for good service.

History, culture and food in Kutaisi

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Imeretian Khachapuri Lobio Mtsvadi Churchkhela

Hotel facts in Kutaisi

Based on 694 of 761 hotels with verified data.

Hotels that listHotelsShare
Free parkingof hotels with verified parking467 of 50892%
Swimming pool34 of 6945%
24-hour front desk233 of 69434%
Facilities for disabled guests33 of 6945%
Family rooms119 of 69417%
Breakfast availablefree or paid depends on the rate9 of 6941%
Kitchen or kitchenette181 of 69426%
Airport shuttle4 free334 of 69448%

Pools and room sizes by star rating

StarsPoolStandard room
2-star–18 m²usually 18 m²–25 m² · 6 hotels
3-star3 of 19920 m²usually 17 m²–25 m² · 90 hotels
4-star8 of 14625 m²usually 18 m²–27 m² · 51 hotels
5-star–18 m²usually 15 m²–25 m² · 7 hotels

When to visit Kutaisi

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: June Busiest: Jun-Sep
  1. Jan
    17

    Cold, occasional snow

  2. Feb
    14

    Chilly, damp

  3. Mar
    21

    Cool, budding spring

  4. Apr
    30

    Mild, pleasant

  5. May
    46

    Warm, lush green

  6. Jun
    56

    Pleasant weather (avg high 27°C)

  7. Jul
    42

    Very hot, peak

  8. Aug
    42

    Very hot, peak

  9. Sep
    38

    Warm, pleasant

  10. Oct
    24

    Mild, autumn colors

  11. Nov
    21

    Cool, rainy

  12. Dec
    17

    Cold, festive

Things to do in Kutaisi

8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

4 places

Gelati Monastery

Gelati 2 hours

Indoors Good for children

Kutaisi Green Bazaar

City Center 1.5 hours

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Prometheus Cave

Tskaltubo 2 hours

Indoors Good for children

Martvili Canyon

Martvili 2.5 hours

Outdoors Good for children

Sataplia Nature Reserve

Sataplia 2 hours

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Colchis Fountain

City Center 30 min

Outdoors Good for children
Things to book

Tours and activities in Kutaisi

Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.

Before you go to Kutaisi

Our own ratings and notes on eating out, signature experiences, who the city suits and planning ahead.

Eating out

Imeretian Khachapuri 95 · Outstanding
Lobio 87 · Outstanding
Mtsvadi 78 · Very good
Churchkhela 70 · Good

Signature experiences

Bagrati Cathedral 95 · Outstanding
Gelati Monastery 91 · Outstanding
Prometheus Cave 88 · Outstanding
Martvili Canyon 84 · Very good
Kutaisi Green Bazaar 81 · Very good
Colchis Fountain 77 · Very good
Okatse Canyon 74 · Good
Sataplia Nature Reserve 70 · Good

Who it suits

Solo 95 · Outstanding
Couples 90 · Outstanding
Families 85 · Outstanding
Budget 80 · Very good
Adventure 75 · Very good
Friends 70 · Good

Planning tips

Utilize marshrutkas for affordable local and intercity travel. 95 · Outstanding
Bargain politely at the Green Bazaar for fresh produce and souvenirs. 83 · Very good
Explore the surrounding canyons and caves for stunning natural beauty. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Kutaisi

Straight-line distance from the centre of Kutaisi.

Frequently asked questions about Kutaisi

How many places to stay are there in Kutaisi?

There are 770+ hotels, apartments and other places to stay in Kutaisi. They include 140+ hotels and 350+ apartments.

When is the peak season in Kutaisi?

The peak season in Kutaisi is Jun-Sep.

Which area is a good base in Kutaisi?

The travel guide suggests staying in Kutaisi City Center when visiting Kutaisi.

Are there tours and activities in Kutaisi?

Yes, 130+ tours and activities are listed in Kutaisi.

How many hotels in Kutaisi have free parking?

467 of the 508 hotels in Kutaisi with verified parking details list free parking (92%). 29 charge for parking.

What is the usual check-in time at hotels in Kutaisi?

2:00 PM at 233 of the 586 hotels with a verified check-in time. The next most common time is 3:00 PM (146 hotels).

What time is check-out at hotels in Kutaisi?

12:00 PM at 331 of 610 hotels with a verified check-out time; 11:00 AM at 186.

How many hotels in Kutaisi have a pool?

34 of 694 hotels with verified data list a swimming pool.