Gistola Hotel Mestia Reviews

I had an amazing time at Gistola Hotel with my two little kids. It is a kid friendly hotel with a playground built outside on the side of the hotel which made it so much easier for my kids to stay active and have fun. There is a cozy and extremely positive vibe as soon as you walk in the lobby greeted by smiling reception staff at the front desk. The lobby is equipped with a bar if you want to get a drink, they got various table games, books to read, warm blankets and umbrellas. The Lobby is spacious with good internet connection (was important for me as I was working from the hotel). The room was super clean and modern with a great mountain and river view. Bathroom clean and equipped with exceptional toiletries with sewing kit, shower cap, toothpaste/brush, etc. Housekeeping was outstanding. The kitchen staff was friendly, helping us select the authentic dishes, always ready to assist us. Speaking about menu: its got variety of soup/salad selection and authentic Georgian and Svan food selection translated in English. My kids still had their kid menu with chicken nuggets, fries and pizza in case they got picky on trying other food. I was especially amazed by the selection of fresh food/fruits/pastries at breakfast time. We took several trips and tours that hotel had to offer with their van with highly skilled drivers. The driver staff was extremely careful on driving on long trips, extremely respectful and friendly. Few trips we took were to: Ushguli, Becho (Shikhra), Heshkili, took cable car ride to the Zuruldi cafe to have a beer and enjoy the wonderful views (yet to see Tetnuldi and Koruldi Lakes). My most favorite tour was to: Becho (Shikhra). I’m planning on coming back to Gistola hotel next summer. Also, its worth knowing they are having the addition of pool, gym and rooftop terrace with amazing views. Highly recommend this place for quiet, productive, relaxing stay with wonderful staff!!