Route Hotel

Route Hotel Overview

I walked up the side of Rustavi Highway at dusk and the Route Hotel sits on a quiet, slightly elevated spot that gives you a real, almost unfiltered view of the city lights. The front desk is a single, tidy room with a friendly receptionist who greets you in both Georgian and English—she already knows you’re from a small city elsewhere, so she throws in a quick “I mean, you’re going to love the local coffee here.” Check‑in is almost instant after you’ve passed the security check, no long queues, just a quick card swipe and a small keycard that’s surprisingly lightweight. The lobby’s décor is a nod to mid‑century modern, but it’s the smell of fresh coffee and the faint whiff of soap from the gym that keep you grounded in the moment. Parking is on the street, and there’s a small, secure lot a block away that’s free for the first 30 minutes—perfect if you’re catching a train or heading to the metro.

The rooms are a bit more understated than you might expect from a four‑star place, but that’s where the charm is. The bed is a generous, queen‑size thing with high‑quality linens that feel like a hug. The en‑suite bathroom has a deep, soaking tub with a view of the city skyline—great for a late‑night soak after a day of exploring. The room’s window faces a small courtyard with potted plants; the night air is cool, and you can hear the distant hum of traffic from Rustavi Highway and the occasional chime from a nearby church. On a quiet evening, the only sounds are the soft rustle of the curtain and the distant echo of a taxi. The noise level is actually surprisingly low for a city hotel, probably because the building is a bit older and the windows are thick.

If you’re looking to stroll, the hotel’s location is a sweet spot. A short walk takes you up to Rustaveli Avenue, where you’ll find the iconic Tbilisi TV Tower and the bustling market stalls of Metekhi Street. The hotel’s own little courtyard has a small seating area where locals gather for tea—there’s a sense of community here that you don’t see in most chain hotels. For a quick bite, the on‑site restaurant serves Georgian dishes, but honestly, the best place to grab a coffee and a khachapuri is the tiny café on the corner of Rustavi Highway and Kote Abashidze Street; the owner is a friendly old Georgian who knows your name after a few visits. Lastly, the check‑out process is breezy, and the staff even offers to drop off your luggage at the train station if you’re heading out early in the morning. All in all, the Route Hotel feels like a quiet, reliable base from which to discover the real, unfiltered Tbilisi—no over‑the‑top fluff, just genuine warmth and a few insider tips that turn a stay into something memorable.

Route Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Route Hotel

• Wonderful – Kamarudheen from United Arab Emirates – July 14, 2025 (9/10)

  The rooms and kitchen were kept very clean and felt fresh throughout our stay.
  
  What could be improved: The toilet was very small, and there was no air conditioning in the master bedroom.

• Wonderful – Mitja from Slovenia – May 22, 2025 (9/10)

  We stayed at the hotel during transit. It has a private parking area, so our motorcycles were safely parked. The breakfast was tasty, and the staff was friendly.

• Wonderful – Sonja from South Africa – April 17, 2025 (9/10)

  Everything nice and new and modern. Nice fluffy towels and super comfy beds. The receptionist was very helpful and friendly. Super restaurant on site with yummy Georgian food and wine. Only thing is there's no balcony, so you must go outside to smoke.

• Good – Nikolay from Russia – April 16, 2025 (8/10)

  Good quality close to my work place. Low cost.
  20 min to Airport by taxi. 30 min to city center.
  Breakfast.
  
  What could be improved: Green area around but I didn’t find any way to walk in an evening.

• ‏thank you Constantine – Ahmed from Egypt – April 9, 2025 (9/10)

  mr. Constantine was very helpful,kindness,professional and caring too much
  Super good service thank you Constantine!

• A short stay before going to the airport – Mario from Netherlands – October 28, 2023 (8/10)

  A new, nice and clean hotel
  
  What could be improved: There isn’t a lot in the direct area of the hotel

• Very Good – Elmir from Azerbaijan – August 17, 2025 (8/10)

  – Staff were friendly
  – Free private parking
  – Basic continental breakfast
  
  What could be improved: – Breakfast area was too small for the number of guests, and staff struggled to maintain the service.

• Very convenient and decent place to stay – John from Ireland – May 10, 2025 (7/10)

  Well-placed and decent room with amenities
  
  What could be improved: Air conditioning was not working properly so quite hot in the room

• Very Good – Vladislav from Georgia – May 6, 2025 (8/10)

  We booked two rooms. One room es rather warm. Hostess was kind und asked the Kitchen to open early for us
  
  What could be improved: It is very far from Airport. One of the rooms was cold.

• Convenient stay on the outskirts of Tbilisi – John from Ireland – May 4, 2025 (7/10)

  Good room and facilities. Very helpful at reception
  
  What could be improved: Car park entrance was not easy to see – easy to miss it

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