Samokatus Hotels

A compact, modern boutique hotel directly beside Taksim Square, Lokalist wins praise for attentive, often-named staff, smart-room technology and strong Bosphorus/park views. Rooms are spotless and well designed; breakfast and in‑house dining get frequent compliments. Expect occasional construction noise and a few isolated customer-service disputes reported in reviews.

You can stay by the quiet mountain lake Lopota, ride a catamaran at sunset and calmly explore the surroundings.

If skiing isn't your main goal and you prefer walking in scenic areas and visiting local sights, choose this option. Lower Gudauri has fewer loud parties and more Georgian atmosphere. It's also much easier to find parking if you're driving, and whole cottages are available to rent for groups. A six-person house costs from 440 lari. Without a car or transfer it will be inconvenient — walking to the lifts along the road takes about an hour. There is no public transport in Gudauri. A taxi ride typically costs 10–20 lari for ten minutes; tourists often share rides to split the cost. Hotel transfers to the lifts usually cost 25 lari.

Maidens is a centrally located boutique hotel in Moscow praised for its striking interior, quiet rooms and exceptionally attentive staff. Reviewers consistently single out the à la carte breakfasts and restaurant as highlights; isolated reports note smart‑home glitches and slower service during busy periods.