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Soviet Resorts in Georgia (country) Today

What Remains and Is It Worth Visiting?

Georgian Coast, Georgian Mountains
/12 May, 2026
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Tskaltubo: A Grand Health Resort Preserved in Time

Tskaltubo once held a prestigious position as an elite, union-level balneological resort during the Soviet period. Its fame rested on natural radon springs, used at ambient temperature and renowned for their therapeutic benefits. Sanatoriums were built as architectural marvels, featuring colonnades, mosaics, and monumental waiting halls.

Today, Tskaltubo shows a unique contrast: abandoned grandeur alongside a revived, functional resort infrastructure. While many sanatorium buildings stand empty, the central park is maintained, and radon waters remain in use.

Where to Stay: Tskaltubo Plaza Hotel

The main hotel of the resort, fully restored while preserving its Soviet-era architectural charm.

Highlights:

  • On-site medical center with radon baths

  • Treatment programs for musculoskeletal and nervous systems

  • Spacious rooms with high ceilings

  • Restaurant with dietary options and classic Georgian cuisine

  • SPA area with massages and physiotherapy

Why choose it: Tskaltubo Plaza allows guests to experience an authentic Soviet-era resort atmosphere with modern comfort.

Best for: travelers seeking history, quiet, and medically focused relaxation.

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Borjomi: A Resort That Maintains Its Legacy

Borjomi remains a flagship destination among Georgia resorts USSR-era enthusiasts. It combines natural beauty, therapeutic tradition, and modern hospitality. Mineral water is still available directly from the springs in the central park, and the temperate climate ensures year-round appeal.

Visitors come here for gentle walks, restorative routines, and high-quality hotels with medical infrastructure.

Where to Stay: Crowne Plaza Borjomi by IHG
A modern and prestigious hotel designed for comfort-conscious travelers.

Features:

  • Spacious rooms with panoramic windows

  • SPA complex with pool, hammam, and saunas

  • Treatments using Borjomi mineral water

  • Fitness and relaxation areas

  • Restaurant offering Georgian and European cuisine

Best for: refined resort experiences without strict sanatorium schedules.

Borjomi Likani Health & Spa Centre
A classic Soviet sanatorium adapted to modern standards, located in the historic green area of Likani.

Advantages:

  • Comprehensive medical programs and experienced doctors

  • Detox and recovery plans

  • Dietary meals

  • Calm, quiet environment

  • Ideal for longer stays

Best for: travelers seeking structured treatment and restorative stays.

Sometimes, true luxury lies not in speed, but in time, silence, and wellbeing

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Sairme: Forests, Silence, and Healing Waters

Sairme is one of Georgia’s most remote resorts, high in the mountains and far from cities, creating a sense of complete disconnection from daily life. In Soviet times, it was strictly a medical destination, and that philosophy largely continues today.

Where to Stay: Sairme Resort & Spa

What it offers:

  • On-site therapeutic mineral springs

  • Digestive and metabolic health programs

  • SPA facilities with pools

  • Three daily meals

  • Walking trails beginning at the hotel

Best for: deep recovery, routine, and silence, rather than entertainment.

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Abastumani: A Historic Climate Retreat

Abastumani is renowned for its unique microclimate: even in summer, temperatures remain moderate, and the air benefits respiratory health. The resort maintains the charm of a small mountain settlement, where time seems to move slowly.

Where to Stay: Cottage Galileo
A private cottage offering:

  • Complete peace and privacy

  • Immersive connection with nature and forest

  • Home-like atmosphere and flexible schedule

Best for: travelers seeking climate benefits without a formal sanatorium environment.

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Kobuleti: A Soviet Seaside Resort Still Alive

Kobuleti is a rare Soviet-era seaside resort, combining the sea with lush greenery. Its long pebble beach remains one of the cleanest along the Adjara coast. Today, the resort maintains a calm, family-friendly atmosphere.

Where to Stay: Kobuleti Georgia Palace Hotel & Spa

Highlights:

  • Spacious green grounds

  • Private beach access

  • SPA and wellness facilities

  • Medical and therapeutic programs

  • Restaurants and walking paths

Best for: longer stays combining sea air with health and wellness benefits.

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Visiting Georgia’s Soviet Resorts Today

Georgia’s former Soviet resorts are not about mass tourism. They appeal to travelers who value atmosphere, nature, and wellness.

Worth visiting if:

  • You seek calm, therapeutic climates, and restorative experiences

  • You enjoy history and unhurried travel

Not ideal if:

  • You are looking for nightlife, parties, or constant activity

For a fully curated experience — including premium hotels, tailored wellness programs, and custom itineraries — Premium Georgia specializes in designing bespoke journeys across Georgia, handling every detail from accommodation and treatment plans to logistics and excursions. Contact us to explore Soviet Resorts in Georgia.

Contents of the article:

  • 1/ Tskaltubo: A Grand Health Resort Preserved in Time
  • 2/ Borjomi: A Resort That Maintains Its Legacy
  • 3/ Sairme: Forests, Silence, and Healing Waters
  • 4/ Abastumani: A Historic Climate Retreat
  • 5/ Kobuleti: A Soviet Seaside Resort Still Alive
  • 6/ Visiting Georgia’s Soviet Resorts Today

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