Hotel Shgedi Mestia — Hotel in Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Georgia

Hotel Shgedi Mestia is a hotel property located in Mestia, the main town of Svaneti in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region of Georgia. The register describes it as a cozy hotel set in the middle of Mestia and surrounded by forest, with an emphasis on home-style food and a friendly atmosphere.

Mestia sits in the Caucasus mountains and is widely known as the gateway to Svaneti’s trekking routes, including paths toward Ushguli, as well as for its traditional Svan defensive towers and the Svaneti History and Ethnography Museum. The town also serves as a base for nearby ski areas such as Hatsvali and Tetnuldi, and has its own airport connecting it with Tbilisi. The center of Mestia, with its restaurants, shops and tour operators, is within walking distance of most accommodations in town.

Given its forested surroundings and central location, this hotel suits travelers planning hiking trips, winter sports visits, or a stopover while exploring the villages and landscapes of Svaneti.

Verified by GTour: listed in the Georgian National Tourism Administration register; details checked 17 October 2026. Tell us if something has changed.