Batumi is Georgia's seaside city, known for its long seafront boulevard, futuristic towers, botanical garden and lush green hills. In summer it fills with visitors from across the region; the rest of the year it is quiet and very affordable. It is humid and one of the rainiest places in Europe, so damp control and heating matter in winter.

• A long seafront boulevard and pebble beaches

• Very low rents outside summer

• Botanical gardens and green hills close by

The Old Batumi area is walkable, with cafés and historic buildings. New Boulevard has modern towers and sea views, and residential areas inland are cheaper but less lively.

Very affordable outside summer, when rents rise with tourist demand.

Fibre is available in most apartments and mobile coverage is good.

A mix of local, regional and international visitors. Russian and Turkish are often heard alongside Georgian.

Batumi is safe. Take care in strong seas and on slippery pavements in rain.

Buses and taxis are cheap, and the airport is close to the city. Trains and minibuses connect to Tbilisi.

Subtropical

Humid subtropical climate with warm summers, mild winters and a lot of rain, especially in autumn.

• Heavy rain, humidity and a quiet off-season

• Geography and city overviewWikipedia2026-10-07

Last reviewed 2026-10-07