Batumi's BEST Courtyard Marriott: Alliance Apartment Awaits!
Batumi's BEST Courtyard Marriott: Alliance Apartment Awaits!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst (and probably splashily) into the Courtyard Marriott: Alliance Apartment Awaits! in Batumi. Forget the polished brochures, I'm here to spill the tea, the coffee (they make a decent cup, btw), and the truth, good, bad, and ugly, about this place. And honestly? There's a whole lotta good crammed in there.
First Impressions & Accessibility – Or, Did Someone Say "Elevator Symphony?"
Okay, so, right off the bat, the accessibility. This is HUGE for me. I'm talking about wheel-chair accessible EVERYTHING – well, almost. The entrance is smooth-sailing, which is already a win. And the elevator situation? Chef’s kiss. Fast, efficient, and thankfully, not prone to dramatic breakdown moments (unlike some other hotels I've…experienced). The accessible rooms themselves? Pretty darn spacious, which is a relief, and the bathrooms actually work for someone with mobility issues. I remember one time, at some awful place in… well, I won't say, the bathroom was so cramped, I felt like I was wrestling a sumo wrestler in a phone booth. Here? Freedom, baby!
Cleanliness and Safety – The Germaphobe’s Dream (Or at Least, a Peace of Mind)
Look, I'm not a straight-up germaphobe, but I appreciate a clean space. And here, they're on top of it. The “Anti-viral cleaning products,” the “Daily disinfection,” the “Staff trained in safety protocol”- it's all there. And let's be real, in the era of "The 'Rona," that's a massive comfort. They even had this little sanitizing station by the elevator, and I was like, "Alright, alright, I'll use the hand sanitizer. No need to get all pushy about it!" (But secretly, I was grateful.) The "Room sanitization opt-out available" is a nice touch, too, for those who are a bit more… particular.
The Rooms – My Room Away From My Apartment, Away From My Life
Okay, let's talk about the actual rooms (Available in all rooms, duh!). They've got the works: "Air conditioning" (bless!), "Blackout curtains" (essential for those Batumi sunsets that'll keep you up all night), "Free Wi-Fi" (finally! – not some flaky hotel Wi-Fi from the Stone Age). "Alarm clock," "Hair dryer," "Ironing facilities" (needed to iron out all the wrinkles in my life, apparently), “Minibar” (to load up with your favorite junk food, even if it's just a bottle of water from the lobby). “Safe box,” "Satellite/cable channels," "Shower", "Slippers". All the usual essentials, right? And, here's a HUGE plus -- a "Window that opens"! Seriously, some hotels think air conditioning is the opening window. Batumi has an amazing breeze. You need to let it in! I swear, I've stayed in hotels where the air feels as recycled as my ex's excuses.
The Dining, Drinking, Snacking… and the Occasional Hangry Meltdown
Alright, eating. Here's where it gets interesting. The "Breakfast [buffet]" is pretty solid. The usual suspects—scrambled eggs (sometimes questionable, but hey, it's a buffet), fruit, pastries. But what's truly awesome is the "Coffee/tea in restaurant" and the "Coffee shop". It's a lifesaver, especially during those early mornings when you're trying to shake off the remnants of the night before. They actually even have a "Poolside bar" I spent some time at. It was relaxing, and the drinks were good. I even saw some guys playing backgammon there one afternoon. That's a very Batumi thing to do.
However, there are some minor blips. The "Room service [24-hour]" is great, but don't order the soup after midnight. Just.. don't. Trust me. But hey, it wasn't awful awful. Just…forgettable. There’s a "Vegetarian restaurant," (they could make it more clear what is included!). But you CAN get a "Salad in restaurant," (always a good thing).
Things to Do & Ways to Relax – From Spa Dreams to Gym Nightmares
Now, for the fun stuff. The "Pool with view" is stunning. Seriously, get yourself in that pool, look out at the black sea, and you will relax. It's that perfect "I'm on vacation!" moment.
They also have a "Spa", "Sauna," "Steamroom," and "Massage" (which, let’s be honest, is basically mandatory for anyone who’s been lugging around suitcases and exploring Batumi all day). I took advantage. The massage was… adequate. Not the best I've ever had, not the worst. A solid, "meh" experience.
I did try out the "Fitness center." It's clean, and it has the basic equipment. But, let's just say, I’m not a gym rat. I went in, did a few reps, and then promptly went back to the pool. The only way I could ever be a gym rat, is if they had a masseuse as a reward at the end. Services and Conveniences – The Little Things That Count
The "Concierge" can be helpful with recommendations, and the "Daily housekeeping" keeps everything tidy. There’s also a "Laundry service" if you’re a mess like me. "Dry cleaning," "Car park [free of charge]," "Elevator," “Facilities for disabled guests”. All standard, and all important because, I might have said earlier, this place is pretty close to perfect.
For the Kids – Babysitters and Kiddie Pools (I Think?)
I'm not a parent, but I saw a lot of families. I did notice they had a "Babysitting service," and "Kids facilities," so that's a plus if you're lugging little ones around.
Getting Around – Airport Transports and Taxi Troubles
"Airport transfer" is a godsend. Seriously. Batumi airport is… well, let’s just say, navigating it after a long flight can be a struggle. The "Taxi service" is readily available, but learn basic Georgian phrases to get the best rates, or just use the hotel's service.
The Verdict – Should You Book?
ABSOLUTELY, YES.
Honestly? I loved this place. It's clean, comfortable, reasonably priced, and the location is prime. It's not fancy-pants luxury, but it's got everything you need for a genuinely enjoyable stay in Batumi. And the accessibility is a huge win. There's definitely room for improvement (maybe a better soup after midnight?), but overall, the Courtyard Marriott: Alliance Apartment Awaits! delivers on its promises.
Here's my pitch: BOOK THIS HOTEL. NOW!
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because you're about to dive headfirst into MY Batumi adventure. Forget those perfectly sculpted travel itineraries – this is the real, gloriously messy, slightly sunburned version. We're talking Alliance Apartment Courtyard by Marriott, Batumi, Georgia. Let's go!
Day 1: Arrival, Realizations, and Questionable Georgian Cuisine
- Morning (ish - I'm perpetually late): Arrive at Batumi International Airport. Smuggle my favorite book(s) in the suitcase. The airport staff are… let's say “efficient.” Taxi ride to the Alliance Apartment. Holy cow, this place is… kinda swanky. The lobby is all marble and chandeliers, a stark contrast to my perpetually messy travel wardrobe. Immediately spill coffee on the immaculate cream sofa. Vows to be better, promptly fail.
- Afternoon: Actually check into the apartment. It's… fine. The view is nice, overlooking the courtyard. Decide I could totally live here… until I see the price tag. Unpack. Decide I need to organize, and promptly give up. Wander around and find a little balcony that I promise i will use every morning.
- Evening: Okay, food time. This is where things get… interesting. Head out to a restaurant I’d read about, promising myself authentic Georgian food. Order everything with way too much enthusiasm – Khachapuri (cheese bread – yes!), Khinkali (soup dumplings – YES!), and some sort of meat stew that sounded promising. Now, the Khachapuri? Glorious. The Khinkali? A dribbly, messy, yet utterly delicious explosion of broth and meat. The stew? Well, let’s just say it tasted like it was prepared by someone who’d had a very strong day. Vow to learn to cook Georgian food… some day. Get back to my room and end the night on the balcony with a book.
Day 2: Beach Bloopers, the Ferris Wheel of Fear, and a Midnight Snack That Didn't Disappoint
- Morning: Sun, sea, and sand! Batumi Beach. It's… rocky. Like, really, really rocky. Attempt to sunbathe but quickly realize the pebbles are trying to murder my spine. Give up, retreat to a cafe, and order a coffee that's lukewarm and weak. Complain. Get over it.
- Afternoon: Ferris wheel! Oh god, the Ferris wheel. I usually love these… but this one is high. Like, really high. The wind is whipping, the car shifts… I clutch my stomach and silently pray to whatever deity is listening. The view is incredible. My brain tells me to enjoy it, but my stomach disagrees and starts doing summersaults.
- Evening: More food. This time, aim for something a bit less… adventurous. Walk back towards the hotel, get lost, and end up in some tiny alleyway. A tiny family restaurant, serves delicious barbeque and has a surprisingly cheap price. Get back to the apartment.
Day 3: The Botanical Garden and a Unexpected Heartbreak
- Morning: Resolve to be cultured! Head to the Batumi Botanical Garden. It's gorgeous. Truly, stunningly gorgeous. The air smells of blossoms, the views are incredible… I spend hours wandering, taking photos, and feeling genuinely peaceful. Suddenly, I almost cry.
- Afternoon: After the garden, I get in touch with my old friend, who is still living and working here. We meet for coffee, and I tell him my plans for the day, which feel less and less important.
- Evening: Back at the apartment, the place feels a little colder than it should.
Day 4: Final Day Flusters and a Promise to Return
- Morning: Packing. The single most frustrating activity. I vow to become a minimalist, then find myself staring at a pile of clothes and souvenirs, wondering how it all got there. Scramble.
- Afternoon: Quick trip to the beach one last time. This time I'm more relaxed, and enjoy the ocean, the breeze, and the seagulls.
- Evening: Taxi to the airport. Reflect on the trip. Batumi, you sly dog, you. You charmed me with your chaos, your food, and your strange and wonderful blend of cultures.
Things I Learned / Thoughts:
- Georgian food = addictive. My jeans will hate me.
- I need to learn a few basic Georgian phrases. “Thank you” and “more wine” are essential.
- The Ferris wheel nearly broke me, but the view? Worth it.
- Batumi is a city with a soul. It's gritty, gorgeous, and utterly unforgettable.
- I am definitely coming back. Maybe next time I’ll pack less stuff and learn some recipes. And maybe, just maybe, I’ll try to be on time for once. Wish me luck!
Batumi's BEST Courtyard Marriott: Alliance Apartment Awaits! - (Or, My Love/Hate Relationship with a Hotel) FAQs
Is this place *really* as amazing as those glowing reviews are making it out to be? Because, let's be honest, TripAdvisor can be a swamp.
Okay, deep breath. Amazing? ...Kinda. Look, it *is* good. Really good. But, and this is a big BUT, remember I'm the one who accidentally locked myself out of the bathroom at 3 AM. So, AMAZING? That depends on your definition. The views? Unreal. The location? Spot-on. The *actual* apartments? Surprisingly spacious, especially in a city where you’re expecting closet-sized everything. But do you know what keeps me up at night? The little things! Like…
Okay, deep breath. The good news is YES, the apartment is great. Really great. Especially after you've been trekking around the old town, which is a total sensory overload in the best way possible. And the views from the balcony? Oh man, they'll take your breath away. You'll be looking out at the Black Sea and the cityscape, and you'll think, "Yep, I could live here." And maybe you *would*. If you didn't have a flight booked home and a mortgage. But more on that later.
So, glowing reviews? Well, let’s just say my glowing review involves a lot of caveats. It's not like I didn't love it. I did, mostly. Almost all the time. EXCEPT when I decided to take a shower at 2 AM and the water temperature went from "scalding your skin off" to "ice age mode" in about a nanosecond. Then, I was less enthralled, as you can probably imagine. Raves and tantrums, people, that's what you're getting here.
What's the deal with the location? Is it *actually* close to everything, or are those hotel websites just being sneaky liars?
Okay, the location. They are *not* lying. It's gold. Seriously. You're practically stumbling distance from the main beach, the Batumi Boulevard, the dancing fountains (which are WAY cooler than you'd think), and a million restaurants. I swear, I could have rolled myself down the hill from my apartment and ended up at a kebab stand. Which, let's be honest, I did at least twice. Maybe three times. Don't judge me, those kebabs were LIFE.
I was there in shoulder season, and the place was packed. The location of the Courtyard Marriott in the Alliance complex was perfect for avoiding the worst of the crowds. And trust me, you want to avoid the worst of the crowds. Batumi is a popular place, and you'll thank me later.
Seriously though, the proximity to the beach meant I could pop down for a quick sunrise swim before everyone else was even awake. That, my friends, is the ultimate luxury. It's also close to the port. That was also nice for when I felt like I was going to have to jump on a boat to escape the rain and the thought that I had forgotten to pack my sunglasses.
So, location? A+! No complaints here. Just… maybe bring your own sunblock in case the hotel one is the wrong kind.
The apartments look good in the photos, but are they *actually* nice inside? I'm picturing a moldy IKEA special...
Okay, here's the thing. The photos *do* look good. And, thankfully, they’re not lying to you. The apartments are genuinely well-designed. Modern, clean, with all the amenities you'd expect from a Courtyard Marriott. (Disclaimer: I'm not a hotel snob, honestly, I'm not. But I appreciate a decent apartment.)
Think spacious living areas, comfortable beds, decent kitchens (though I mostly used mine for making coffee... and contemplating my life choices). The bathrooms? They're good, but they are not immune to water temperature fluctuations. Don't say I didn't warn you!
One day, and this is a true story, I was making coffee, and I realized I had lost my mind, so I went to the cafe for a coffee. Then, I went back to my room, and, for a moment, I wasn't sure if I had a room. But the apartment was GREAT.
Honestly, I was expecting a slightly dingy, cramped place. I wasn't expecting a place that felt like a *home away from home*. They do have great security as well! Which is good, because I really did almost forget where my apartment was.
Is there a gym? Because after all that amazing Georgian food, I'll need to at least *pretend* to work out.
Okay, yes, there's a gym. I walked past it a few times. Look, I was on vacation! But it *is* there. And by all accounts, it's decent. There are people in the gym, so that's a good sign for the people who like to work out. Don't assume you are alone in your fitness journey!
In the end, I found the most effective exercise was navigating the cobblestone streets while dodging selfie-stick-wielding tourists. That's a workout in itself, trust me! It was a workout dodging stray cats (there are many!) and trying to figure out what those little shops were selling. That's another workout.
What's the service like? Because nothing ruins a vacation like a bad hotel staff.
The service? It's generally good. The staff are friendly and helpful, mostly. They were very forgiving when I locked myself out of the bathroom (yes, *again*). But, there were occasional hiccups. One time, the front desk didn’t have any information on my tour. I was late and had to be rescued by a friendly Georgian woman who spoke English. Then, there was the time I asked for extra towels and got… a slightly damp bath mat instead. It happens. But it's generally not too bad.
The staff are pretty chill and most of them speak English, so you should be okay. Although, I still think Georgian is way cooler. The attitude to service is very much in line with Georgian culture, which means the staff are super friendly and helpful -- as long as you don't mistake their kindness for being perfect, because they are human. Like me. And sometimes, humans make mistakes.
Overall, service: mostly great. Just don't expect perfection. (And maybe pack your own bath mat, just in case.)
Okay, you casually mentioned locking yourself out of the bathroom. Spill the tea! Was it as disastrous as it sounds?
Oh, the bathroom incident. Oh, the drama! Okay, here goes. It was 3 AM. I’d been enjoying the local wine (a little *too* much, perhaps). Needed to use the bathroom (obviously). The lock… jammed. Completely and utterly jammed. I jiggled it, I jiggled it *harder*, I swore at it in multiple languages. Nope. Stuck.
Panic set in. 3 AM. Locked in a bathroom. In a foreign country. My travel companion was sound asleepMountain Stay
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