An excellent location and helpful staff make this long-time backpacker hub a popular choice. There are plenty of private rooms, plus nine mixed dorms with lockers (BYO padlock), hard beds and reading lights; we suggest avoiding those in the basement. Shared bathrooms are clean and well-maintained, though in short supply. The communal lounge and kitchen are major draws.
If you choose to stay here, be sure to take advantage of the free daily walking tour of the city and consider taking one of the hostel-run day tours around the country or into Georgia. Despite the address, the entrance is actually on leafy Parpetsi St, which is full of cafes, restaurants and bars.