The Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace stands on the right bank of the river in the Avlabari district, on the rock beside the Metekhi church and the equestrian statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali, the legendary founder of the city. That position is its main attraction: from the upper floors and terraces you look across the water to the old town, the sulfur baths and the walls of Narikala, a view that few hotels in the city can match. The hotel is a large, polished property in the manner of its brand, with a sense of arrival at the entrance, a lobby with plenty of seating and a range of restaurants and bars. It suits travellers who prefer familiar standards, reliable service and facilities such as a pool and spa, and it is a comfortable base for a first visit, a family trip or a stay that mixes sightseeing with business. Check when you book which room categories offer river and old-town views, because these are worth the choice.
Location and getting around
The hotel is a short walk from the Metekhi church and the Bridge of Peace is within easy reach by taxi or on foot, and the old town and the sulfur baths lie across the river. The cable car at Rike Park is near the bridge, and Freedom Square, Rustaveli Avenue and the museum district are a short ride away.
Taxis and ride-hailing apps are cheap and quick, and the airport is roughly half an hour by car, depending on traffic. Check the walking route to the old town when you book, as it involves a bridge and some slopes.
Rooms and facilities
Expect spacious rooms with modern bathrooms and the comforts of a large brand hotel, including air conditioning, a work desk and good beds. Facilities typically include a pool, a spa and a fitness centre, along with several restaurants and bars, a lobby lounge and meeting rooms. Breakfast is usually a large buffet. The exact facilities and opening hours vary by season, so check when you book, especially if the pool and spa are a priority for you.
Who it suits
Families who want a pool and space, business travellers who want a reliable standard and visitors who value the view of the old town from a quiet side of the river. It is less central for a stay built around late-night wine bars on foot, but the short taxi ride makes it easy to dip in and out. Loyalty members of the brand may find extra benefits.
Good to know
Ask for a high floor facing the river and the old town, and request a late check-out if your flight is in the evening. The Metekhi church next door is worth a visit at dusk, when the floodlights come on and the view across the water glows. Parking and airport transfers are normally available at extra cost, so check when you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Bar
- ✓Meeting rooms
- ✓Concierge
- ✓Room service
Good questions
Where is the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace?+
It stands on the right bank of the Mtkvari in the Avlabari district, beside the Metekhi church, facing the old town across the river.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Hotels of this type normally have a pool and spa. Check the current facilities and opening hours when you book.
How do I get to the old town from the hotel?+
It is across the river, reached on foot over a bridge or by a short taxi ride. Check the route when you book if you prefer to walk.
