Eye-catching design meets neighborhood hangout at this ultra-sleek hotel in Tbilisi, Georgia.
Ten years ago, Tbilisi barely registered on the average tourist's map. Georgia still remains on the fringes of the mainstream, but for the savvy traveler who loves food, design, and wine, Georgia is his “it” place in 2024 and beyond. Georgia, known as the birthplace of wine, has pushed its story into the copies of the world's leading travel and wine publications, inevitably capturing the attention of travelers looking to jet across the globe to the next offbeat destination. Ta. However, Georgia has opened up to the world in such a big way that depending on which corner you turn or which road you take, you can find a stylish cafe or a completely foreign atmosphere with a hint of Soviet-era exoticism. wafts through the air and feels strangely familiar.
The capital, Tbilisi, leads the country in terms of tourist arrivals. Nowadays, there are so many fashionable properties that hotel enthusiasts are on their own. Stamba Hotel opens as his third boutique property and officially sparks the trend. It's a high-end sibling to early scenester Rooms Hotel Tbilisi.
Stamba Hotel has family ties to Rooms Hotel, with the former housed in a historic 30's building that was once home to a famous publishing house. The building's industrial history is complemented by impressive features such as trees growing through the five-story central atrium, giving it a unique visual appeal. The rooms boast a flashy retro aesthetic, with leather headboards, brass fixtures, stand tubes, and book-lined walls. The hotel's public spaces, such as Café Stamba and the Pink Bar with its stunning crystal chandelier, are popular attractions for tourists and locals alike.
Who is it for?
The hotel attracts a unique crowd, from fashionistas, influencers, models, and well-heeled Russians who prefer contemporary design to gold-plated flashiness. During the day, Americans and wealthy digital nomads hang out in the cafe, but at night the bar is filled with tattooed locals and intrepid tourists descending from high-altitude adventures.
Sustainability Chop
Stamba Hotel adheres to some of the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Starting with the renovation of a former Soviet publishing house, we are reusing old buildings and addressing both their heritage value by preserving their original structures, facades and details of historical significance. , carbon footprint, waste management. To further achieve these goals, the designers repurposed, reclaimed, and sourced vintage items to create the interiors. In keeping with responsible consumption and production practices, Stamba sources his food from his Adjara Group's farms, which produce enough produce to meet most needs. The hotel is home to Space Farm, Georgia's first vertical farm, growing organic leafy greens, edible flowers, strawberries and miniature vegetables. Built on a 2,100 square foot site, the facility uses 75% less water than traditional farming. Stamba supports the community through local arts initiatives such as Oxygen – Contemporary Art Biennale, Propaganda: an in-house arts council organization, Tbilisi Museum of Photography and Multimedia, and Tbilisi Architecture Biennale.
place
The hotel is located on the city's famous Rustaveli Street and reflects its architectural past, with 19th-century mansions nestled between modern buildings. Some of the country's most famous landmarks occupy a stretch of Rustaveli Avenue, including the National Museum of Georgia, the Opera and Ballet Theater, and the Georgian Parliament Building. Stamba Hotel is managed by the visionary Adjara Group. Adjara Group has been ambitiously contributing to the transformation of the Vela district into Tbilisi's food, art and fashion capital. No matter which direction you walk out the door, it's a 10-minute walk up the hill and you'll find natural wine bars, concept stores, independent clothing boutiques, and modern Georgian restaurants such as Keto and Kote. .
room
Stamba has multiple room categories: Aviator Room, Terrace Room, Signature Terrace Room, Aviator Signature Room, and Aviator Suite. Aviator rooms of various sizes are similarly decorated. Aviator rooms feature soft sage hues, immersive showers and views of the lush courtyard gardens below. The slightly larger Aviator Signature Room features oversized windows, a replica of what once graced the façade, a tufted leather king-size bed, and his 19th-century inspired interior surrounded by red artisan tiles. Freestanding brass bathtub and shower. . The Aviator Suite is a huge room with a glass wall separating the bedroom from a separate living area. Inspired by the former publisher's historic architecture, the Terrace Room features a vintage vinyl player with a selection of records, a king-sized bed, and an expansive terrace overlooking the courtyard.
food and drink
Cafè Stamba is more than just a hotel restaurant. With a wealth of dining options outside the glass doors, it's an experience not to be missed. First, it's a visual feast of color and texture, with blue brick walls, green leather banquettes, Soviet-era pendant lamps, and high ceilings that capture the hustle and bustle of lively conversation, keeping the restaurant always vibrant. It creates an atmosphere. The menu ranges from traditional Georgian comfort food to Mediterranean and Asian-inspired dishes. Try chicken liver salad, chakapuri (veal stew), borscht, almond labneh with grilled naan, or mouth-watering khachapuri. Food is considered expensive in Tbilisi, but in typical Georgian fashion the portions are large enough to feed a small family, so order sparingly or be careful. During the day, sample some of the city's finest home-roasted coffee.
staff and service
Check-in was unfriendly, professional, and efficient. The restaurant staff provides more lively and energetic service, especially for those who are interested in the dishes on the menu. Expect a detailed overview and wine and drink recommendations.
Amenities
In addition to a bar, restaurant, library and free Wi-Fi, Stamba is home to D Block, an innovative workspace for creators, startups, investors and cultural professionals. Guests can use the coworking area free of charge.
Stamba Hotel14, 0108 Merab Kostava St, Tbilisi, Georgia