I had a wonderful stay at this guesthouse! The location is simply stunning — surrounded by majestic mountains with a beautiful river flowing nearby, it feels like a little piece of paradise. The view alone makes it worth coming, but what made the experience truly special were the hosts. They were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything we needed. The atmosphere was warm and homely, and I felt comfortable from the very first moment. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with breathtaking nature and genuine hospitality, this is the perfect place!

Stayed in August 2025

room was not huge but still very confortable

family run guesthouse - lovely people and amazing place, the outdoor space is huge and includes a small stream to swim in and relax by in a hammock!

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing! Can't wait to go back there <3

In this comment we want to share our love, admiration and gratitude to Akaki and his family who are kind, welcoming and beautiful people. Their guesthouse is a place where you can find home, friends, very interesting and inspiring community of travelers from all over the world, amazing hikes, magnificent night skies full of starts, long evenings by the fire accompanied by great home food and drinks. It is hidden from the business of the city, yet close to everything you could possibly need : co-workings, restaurants, cinema, great second hand shops, burgers and much more. But most importantly its the friendly, inspiring and beautiful place on top of a hill, by the River Side. Dilar & Michael

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was perfect, the place, the people, the host Akaki, he was really welcoming, i would definitely come back, there’s a river and lots of hammocks on the property, there are the cutest kittens around, I absolutely fell in love with this place

Stayed in August 2025

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Amazing and beautiful place.Beautiful.house with very nice host.

Stayed in July 2025

Had a great stay at River side Svaneti. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was well equipped, the views from the property are like nothing I have ever seen and the hosts hospitality is great. Couldn’t recommend it more. They also had baby kittens whilst we were there.

Stayed in June 2025

The guesthouse has a beautiful location, outside of the center, in a quiet place, surrounded by lovely and spacious garden, with access to the river, and two places to make the campfire and enjoy gorgeous mountain views . Rooms were clean, beds very comfortable, there's a nicely equipped shared kitchen and living room and it's possible to order a dinner or a breakfast, too.

Stayed in May 2025

They have an amazing yard, river innit, huge mountains around the place, nice views. Hosts are very sweet and kind

Stayed in May 2025

Sound on the walkway. The kitchen are full of facilities but the electric are not went well. We have to wait so long for cooking. If you don’t like cat, I would not recommend this place.

The staff are friendly. The room was OK but little space to put the luggages. The owner made the liquor by his own, you can taste and buy if you like.

Stayed in October 2024

The room with the private bathroom was extremely small, with no space for private belonging. The washing machine is located at the owners kitchen, with no option to hang the laundry

Great staff, with wonderful atmosphere Kitchen well equipped but no stove or microwave The property is located next to a river and enables direct and private access to the river.

Stayed in October 2024

The place is a little bit outside of the city in a beautiful nature surrounding. The room was clean and comfortable, WiFi worked properly. There's enough space for parking if you come with your own car. They have a big kitchen that you can use. If you want to sit around the fire place at night just inform the host, he's very kind and helpful and will also give you recommendations for further trips and your travels in Georgia. He's the only person who speaks English though, so make sure to ask for him and don't get frustrated with the other employees, they're also very nice, they just don't speak English. Highly recommended!

Stayed in September 2024

I have no comments or suggestions.

The location is great, and the property is beautiful and very relaxing. Close to Mestia, and up on a hill providing some of the best views in the area. A river runs through the property and there are plenty of places to sit and relax by the water. There is a well-stocked kitchen where you can cook your meals. We had breakfast made by the host and it was delicious. Multiple firepits and plenty of wood is available for having a fire.

Stayed in September 2024

I would recommend booking one of the rooms with bathroom, which are a bit more comfortable. Also, because there is only one toilet and shower (in one room). The property is a bit further out, so it is ideal if you have transport but otherwise for us the host was able to drive us a couple of times.

The location is stunning, with a huge garden that has many nice spots to enjoy the nature from making a fire overlooking the mountains to hammocks at the river. The hosts are nice and can help accommodate different tours or transport.

Stayed in September 2024

- Shared restroom and bathroom - Tiny rooms - Very cheap price

- Clean - Good view, nature - Owner is very kind and welcome to support all requests - Good location - Happy like as stay at home

Stayed in July 2024

The beds were a bit small and not the most comfortable. The rooms were small and not a lot of space to unpack our luggage.

This is an amazing place to be! You can sit by the fireplace at night or by the hammocks next to the river. If you go mestia for nature, this truly gives you a chance to experience it. Different breakfast everyday. Very sweets cats that like to cuddle. People were very nice and helpful. Authentic Georgian hospitality. Close to mestia but still far enough for peace and quite.

Stayed in September 2024

I dont have much negative to say - perhaps they could get a shower curtain since the water kinda goes everywhere:)

I used this guesthouse as a sort of homebase while doing treks throughout Svanetti region. Very helpful family and great food. I slept amazing here listening to the river and village sounds. After long hikes i rested by the river and went for some cold plunges - loved it.

Stayed in September 2024

The room simple and small. Organising meals wasn't so easy.

The best part of the place, is the river bend, Were you can chill. Great if you want to have a day of rest.

Stayed in August 2024

This place will make you feel like home, great place for group of friends to have an amazing time. Great location indeed, with clean and friendly environment. It has a very large yard. From the front yard you go down to a small river, from the back yard you can climb into the forest. Also, it is possible to light a bonfire in the yard. We saw many hotels and I think Riverside is the best hotel in Mestia. Highly recommended, I am sure choosing this place will not let you down. Will definitely go again.

Stayed in September 2024

There's nothing to dislike, but if you want to stay in the city center of Mestia, this might not be the place. It's a 2km walk or drive to the central square of Mestia. This didn't really bother us though. It's a nice walk or you can just take your car.

Really cozy guest house. The guest family is super nice and helpful, we felt welcome from the first second. The house is located in a beautiful spot, up a small hill from the road with a nice view. There's also a large vegetable and flower garden and one of our highlights was the access to the river where you can take a bath in the ice cold water after a long day of hiking or just hang out in the hammocks and drink some fresh mountain water from the spring next to it. There are also two cats that are insanely cute and some chickens and cows from time to time. We would recommend this place 100% for anyone who enjoys nature and a cozy, farm-like atmosphere. We even ended up staying an extra night here.

Stayed in August 2024

Location is very good with a great view. There are several fantastic places in the yard to have nice evenings with family and friends. Host is very kind and helpful.

Stayed in August 2024

Small beds, small bathroom

Close to nature, good food

Stayed in August 2024

Very nice rooms, beautiful surroundings, very helpful and kind staff

Stayed in August 2024

Staying at Riverside Svaneti felt like home. The owners were so involved with our questions and they were so welcoming. It was always clean, both the guesthouse and the common area. You stay in a place covered with nature, at night you may light a fire and meet other travelers. Going to the central is 5 mins with car and around 20 mins by foot. The location is great, makes you feel like staying in the wild but also you are surrounded in a safe and warm environment. I will absolutely stay at Riverside when I come back here! :)

Stayed in August 2024

Thank you very much for your hospitality! The family is friendly and helpful. House is located in paradise - mountains, river, forest, silence. It was a therapy for my soul

Stayed in July 2024