City in Adjara, Georgia
Batumi
Georgia's Black Sea resort city has a long beach boulevard, a walkable old center and lively summers. Crowds and high prices peak in July–August; winters are quiet and wet.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,230–1,920Comfortable, one person · ₾3,200–5,000Details
- Value for money60/100Better value than 59% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 32°CDetails
- Internet52 MbpsFixed broadband, Georgia medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTap water is widely drunk but quality varies in older buildings; most visitors and many locals buy bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$27–69Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBoltVery walkableDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work in restaurants, shops and buses.Details
Where to stay in Batumi
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Old Batumi | First-timers: restaurants, cafés, walkable to boulevard |
| Batumi Boulevard area | Beach, bars and high-rise apartments; busy in summer |
| Gonio–Kvariati | Quieter pebble beaches south of the city, cheaper |
| Agmashenebeli area | Local streets, cheaper stays and food |
Apps that work in Batumi
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram
- Taxis: Street taxis rarely use meters, so agree prices or use an app. Summer weekend demand can raise Bolt prices.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Georgia.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work in restaurants, shops and buses. Carry lari for markets, beach stalls and small guesthouses.
- Currency: Lari (GEL). US$1 ≈ ₾2.60 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Bank of Georgia and TBC ATMs are everywhere in towns; fees vary by bank. Decline dynamic currency conversion.
- Tipping: Restaurants often add a 10–15% service charge, so check the bill; otherwise about 10%. Round up taxi fares.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay, Google Pay and contactless foreign cards work widely, including on Tbilisi metro and buses.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Health and accident insurance covering at least 30,000 GEL for the whole stay is mandatory since January 2026; airlines and border guards may check.
- Many nationalities can stay a full year visa-free, which makes Georgia a long-stay nomad base; others apply on the e-visa portal.
- Since March 2026 foreigners need a work permit for local jobs; remote work for foreign employers or clients is exempt (April 2026 amendment).
Emergency numbers
All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Magti, Silknet and Cellfie sell prepaid SIMs at Tbilisi and Kutaisi airports and city shops; bring your passport. Data packs are cheap. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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