Sulfur Baths

1.41 mi / 2.26 km from the hotel

Tbilisi's famed sulfur baths located in the historic Abanotubani district are one of the city's most distinctive and culturally rich experiences. Here's everything you need to know:

History & Legend
These baths are built on natural hot sulfur springs that gave Tbilisi its name-“Tbili” means “warm” in Georgian. Legend credits King Vakhtang Gorgasali’s falcon, which fell into the springs, with inspiring the founding of the city 
Bathhouse records date back to the 13th century, with about 65 in operation by that time 

Bathhouse Types
Public baths: Shared spaces by gender, very affordable, rough-and-ready, favored for local authenticity 
Private rooms: Ranging from mid-range to upscale, include individual tubs and extras like saunas, scrubs, and massage