Old City Apartment

Old City Apartment Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Old City Apartment on Aleqsandre Diuma Street, you immediately get that “I’m in the real Tbilisi” feeling. This four-star property sits right in the heart of the old town, and I mean literally — you’re surrounded by those charming cobblestone streets and traditional balconies that make this city so photogenic. The building itself has that perfect blend of historic character and modern comfort that you hope for but don’t always find in heritage neighborhoods.

Location & Neighborhood

Honestly, the location here is pretty much unbeatable — there’s a reason couples rate it a perfect 10.0. You’re within walking distance of everything that matters: the sulfur baths are just down the hill, Narikala Fortress looms above you, and the main tourist strip along Shardeni Street is practically at your doorstep. What I really love though is that you’re positioned perfectly to explore both the touristy bits and the authentic local spots. You know those little wine bars tucked into basement cellars? Yeah, there are several within a two-minute walk.

The Apartment Experience

The space itself feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s place than a typical hotel room. Old City Apartment has that lived-in comfort that makes you want to actually unpack your suitcase instead of living out of it. The rooms blend traditional Georgian touches with modern amenities — think exposed brick walls but reliable Wi-Fi, original hardwood floors but updated bathrooms. I particularly appreciated having a proper kitchenette, which comes in handy when you want to grab fresh khachapuri from the bakery downstairs and eat it while planning your day.

Daily Life & Practicalities

One thing that struck me is how the staff really knows the neighborhood — they’re not just reciting tourist brochures but giving you actual insider tips about which restaurant has the best khinkali or when the local market is least crowded. The building can get a bit noisy in the evenings (it’s old town Tbilisi, after all), but honestly, that’s part of the charm. You’ll hear street musicians, late-night conversations drifting up from the wine bars below, maybe some traditional Georgian singing — it’s like having the city’s soundtrack as your nighttime playlist.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is that perfect balance between being right in the action but still having a peaceful retreat to return to. Couples especially seem to get this — there’s something romantic about having your own little Georgian hideaway while being steps from candlelit wine cellars and those famous sulfur baths. The 8.9 rating makes sense when you experience how seamlessly everything works together: the unbeatable location, the authentic atmosphere, and that feeling of being a temporary local rather than just another tourist passing through. It’s the kind of place that makes you start planning your return visit before you’ve even checked out.

Hotels near me in Tbilisi offer convenient access to the ancient center, where guests can easily walk to sulfur baths, Peace Bridge, and traditional wine cellars.

Old City Apartment Accommodations

Reviews of Old City Apartment

• We had a wonderful stay at this apartment in Tbilisi! The host is incredibly friendly and makes you feel truly welcome f – Mona from United Arab Emirates – August 9, 2025 (9/10)

  Host is very friendly and the location is amazing
  
  What could be improved: It was all good

• Wonderful – Nicolette from Kuwait – January 3, 2025 (9/10)

  Loved the location, the spacious room.
  
  What could be improved: The bedroom could maybe have a standing lamp in the corner and another bedside lamp due to it being so dark.

• Home comfort, peace, and authenticity in the heart of the Old City – Catriona from United Kingdom – October 28, 2024 (10/10)

  This property, in a traditional house with courtyard at the back of Freedom Square, gives you both the support and hospitality of homestay and the benefits of independence. The hosts live in the next-door house and are always available if needed (for instance, they changed sheets and towels half-way through our stay and also turned on the heating/provided fuel for the fire when the Tbilisi October turned as cold and wet as anything Britain could manage at the same time of year). Keto also kindly showed us, on the first day, where to buy produce and puri bread straight out of a wood-fired oven (in an alleyway off Giorgi Leonidze – there are also supermarkets within 2-5 minutes for groceries etc.) The property is renovated, extremely spacious (two rooms of about 25-30 metres) and has its own terrace. You are surrounded by Tbilisians and the street still has quite a lot of residents – unusual in the old city, which has been overdeveloped for tourists in some places (particularly Shavteli street). At the same time, Kote Aphazi and Dadiani and the streets around them are packed with bars and cafes (for instance, the excellent Daily Grind about a minute away from the flat). You may get a bit of street noise on the evenings of Friday/Saturday, but it dies down by 10-11 pm. There is a metro station under 10 minutes away and many bus routes. The kitchen is generously equipped with saucepans etc. that are actually useful – not a job lot from IKEA with two wooden spoons and one blunt knife as so often. If you need anything else, household shops all over the city (try round Dezerter, also an unmissable large produce market) will provide it at low cost. We loved everything about our stay! If you want designer chic, stay in Rooms Hotel or similar, but here you'll have an authentic Tbilisi home.
  
  What could be improved: These are not criticisms, but UK guests might like to take a sink plug as there isn't one and they are difficult or impossible to buy. Also, when booking a lift from the airport, be aware that Aleqsandre Diuma Street is closed to traffic, so you will need to walk the last 50 metres (and pickups should be booked from no. 2 Aleqsandre Diuma and not no. 12). Drivers in Tbilisi are uniformly prepared to help with luggage and in locating the hosts with the key (they live in the next-door property and Mariam, who handles bookings, will send you a contact number).

• Perfect inside, scary outside – Evelina from Italy – July 11, 2024 (8/10)

  The apartment is clean, nice and cosy. you have everything you need inside. The host is super generous and nice… best location you can imagine.
  
  What could be improved: The inside yard is different from pictures its packed with old crap and looks quite scary…The first impression when you arrive is quite a shock!
  full of mosquitoes (in the yard there is some old stuff full of old rain water, perfect home for them!)… once you are inside, all is perfect

• Really wonderful stay, thank you! – George from Belgium – July 9, 2024 (9/10)

  Location was wonderful, in an quiet and atmospheric old street just by Liberty Square. Mariam's mum was very friendly and let us in very easily. She didn't speak English, but does speak German and I think Russian? The apartment was spacious and light and it was nice to have the balcony.

• Quiet, charming that in the old town. – Rebecca from United Kingdom – May 25, 2024 (10/10)

  The location, the comfy bed with the softest sheets in the world (!), washing machine, quiet despite being in a busy area, the garden and balcony perfect for drinking coffee, the quirky nature of the whole apartment which had a shabby charm. Lots of cats around…if you are a cat lover, bring Dreamies!
  
  What could be improved: No bedside lamps and the light switch was by the door. But this is a minor quibble, and doesn’t warrant marking down of the property. We would definitely stay again!

• Georgian Tale from Duma Street – Lara from Russia – March 20, 2024 (9/10)

  Great location! Comfortable conditions, artistic and inspiring atmosphere 💙
  Everything is clean, new and the apartment is very comfy!
  The living room has a beautiful fireplace, I sincerely enjoyed kindling a fire there and gazing at the tongues of flame.
  Also my daughter fell in love with adorable cats nearby – they’re so cute and she was melted by love!
  Hostess is really sweet and kind! She helped us with all of our questions and we’re very thankful! ☺️ She also gifted us a natural Georgian black tea and it tastes great 🙂
  Thank you a lot for a friendly welcome! I definitely would love to come here again!
  
  What could be improved: There’s nothing much to say as everything was nice! But if you have any troubles with anything, just know the hostess will gladly help you! ☺️

• Touch the history – Waleed from Ukraine – July 23, 2023 (9/10)

  Amazing location in the old town, everything is near by. The hostess is very pleasant lady, very helpful, always reachable. The apartment has everything necessary. We enjoyed our stay very much.
  
  What could be improved: There were moskitoes, be ready for them, as yard is covered with grapes leaves, always in the shade.

• Very nice appartment in the very centre of the old town – Tim from Denmark – July 15, 2023 (9/10)

  Nice appartement in the centre of the old town
  
  What could be improved: Everything you need in the appartment. Very nice little terrace where you can sit outside and Eat your breakfast.. Etc.

• Wonderful stay. – Kseniya from United States – September 5, 2022 (10/10)

  The apartment is very clean, spacious and well maintained. Its located centrally. We loved the balcony and the yard. We would love to stay there again!
  
  What could be improved: nothing

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