Samtsikhe is nicely located right at the entry of Dartlo village. The cafe is beautifully constructed of timber and rock with a nice view. But don’t expect more than a mountain hut. Rooms are simple and the rock dry walls leave space for the wind to get through. Since I was the only visitor at that time, I had no problems with shared toilets, but during normal tourist season I can imagine that one toilet per eight guests can get quite busy. I have to mention that I travelled during Corona and at the very end of the Tusheti season in autumn - so that explains that they were not really prepared for visitors. But again, at the far end I don’t expect a real Hotel and for a simple mountain hut it was a nice experience!

very charming location, next to a stream, in the centre of the town. there's a cafe with hot meals attached to the place, which can be quite practical after a day hike. they can organize a transfer from telavi/tbilisi.

it's a bit cold inside, but they have enough blankets.

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