I found Tbilisi’s perfect city break hotel — this is my honest review

Metro Checks In to the Wyndham Grand, a perfectly positioned hotel in the heart of Tbilisi.

Of all the colourful addresses of Tbilisi’s many micro-districts, there’s no better base for exploring than 3 Lado Gudiashvili Street.

That’s where you’ll find the Wyndham Grand, a modern hotel surrounded by the Georgian capital’s ancient attractions.

Where is it?

The biggest selling point is the location, a two-minute walk from Freedom Square and Rustavelli Avenue, an impressive tree-lined boulevard dotted with museums, an opera house, and Georgia’s national parliament.

The airport is only a 25-minute drive away, depending on traffic.

Tourist favourites, including the Drybridge Market and Narikala Fortress, are all within easy walking distance.

You’re also a short stroll to some of the city’s best wine bars (Dadi and Snobs are standouts). Check out our city guide to Tbilisi, packed with local recommendations and quirky things to do, here.

What’s the vibe? Paint us a picture

Opened in 2019 and quickly closed again due to the pandemic, the Wyndham is a mid-range hotel for business and pleasure.

It’s the sort of place that does what it says on the tin: comfortable and spotlessly clean, though not somewhere you’ll spend a lot of time lounging around in.

It has a glass-fronted facade, crowned by a globe-shaped atrium with a 22-metre ‘Chandelier of Peace’ as its centrepiece.

Staff are friendly and welcoming. A doorman meets you to carry your bags to reception, and someone is on hand 24 hours a day to give dinner recommendations or order a taxi with a smile.

What are the rooms like?

There are 158 rooms (including 17 suites and two presidential suites) spread over seven floors, and a glass elevator that travels between them.

The most common category is Deluxe King, which comes with Temple Spa toiletries and robes (always a nice touch), a comfortable bed, air conditioning and a decently sized work desk. Oh, and the WiFi is excellent.

All rooms have air conditioning and a kettle with tea and coffee options, though this is limited to instant coffee and powdered milk — a disappointment for a hotel of this calibre.

It’s also worth noting that TVs don’t offer streaming services, so you’ll be limited to Georgian language channels (and maybe a bit of Russian).

Can you eat and drink at the hotel?

Breakfast is served in a dining room at the back of the hotel. It’s buffet-style, with a good selection that caters for a diverse range of travellers.

There are pancakes and native fruit salads, chicken sausages and cured meats. A chef is on hand to make omelettes on request.

In the evening, a bar off the lobby transforms into the Asia‑themed MING restaurant, serving up sushi and cocktails. It’s a popular spot for locals; you can hear groups chatting animatedly in Georgian as you turn in for the night.

There’s also a Sky Lounge on the top floor, which is often booked out for weddings and corporate events.

What about the facilities?

The hotel has a small indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym and spa. Massages can be booked through reception or in advance.

The focus, though, is on business. The top floor has a sunlit ballroom that doubles as a giant conference hall with room for up to 300 guests.

Additional meeting rooms are available on the first floor, along with a smaller ballroom, though this one doesn’t have any natural light.

How much does it cost?

Standard Deluxe King rooms start from £155 a night, with breakfast and WiFi included.