Car Rental in Batumi

Car rental in Batumi is the most practical way to explore Adjara. Public transport only connects major points, while many of the best destinations—such as Makhuntseti waterfalls, Gonio fortress, Kobuleti beaches, or authentic mountain villages in Khulo—are scattered far from the city.

With a rental car, you can swim at Batumi beach in the morning, climb to Petra fortress on the cliff overlooking the sea during the day, and reach the Goderdzi cable car in the mountains by evening. All this without lengthy bus waits or expensive taxi rides.

Benefits of Car Rental in Batumi with Localrent

Book your car in Batumi online in advance to choose from hundreds of vehicles, compare prices, and customize your search with convenient filters. Why experienced travelers choose Localrent:

1. Transparent pricing: The booking price is final, including all taxes and fees. Only 15-20% advance payment required, with the remainder due upon key collection.
2. Authentic vehicle photos: Real photos are featured in most listings.
3. Clear payment terms: Many options available without credit card requirements, no deposit, or deposits up to $100.
4. Wide selection: From economy class for beach trips to crossovers, minivans for families, or luxury convertibles for coastal drives.
5. Dedicated support: Localrent's customer service assists with any questions before and during your rental.

With Localrent, you'll quickly find the perfect vehicle for trips to Gonio fortress, Makhuntseti waterfalls, or the mountain resort of Goderdzi.

Requirements for Car Rental in Batumi

For rental, you'll need your passport, valid driver's license, and the voucher sent to your email after advance payment.

Driver requirements:

• Minimum age: 18 years with 1 year of driving experience
• Wider vehicle selection available for drivers 21+ with 2+ years experience
• Largest selection available for drivers 23+ with 3+ years experience

Specific age and experience requirements depend on your chosen vehicle—even identical models from different rental companies may have different requirements. Always verify requirements in the vehicle listing. It's easier to specify your age and experience in the filters to see only suitable options.

Car hire prices in Batumi

The average cost of a one-day car rental. The number is calculated based on the bookings of the previous three years. It takes into account the rental of cars across all classes.

Car rental prices in Batumi

The demand for car rental services in Batumi

The occupancy rate of the car rental fleets by month. For example, most cars are being rented in August, which means that this month has the smallest amount of available vehicles. The higher the percentage of the car fleet workload, the earlier it is worth booking a car to choosing the best option at the best price.

Driving Specifics in Batumi

Speed limits and traffic regulations:

• Batumi city limit: 60 km/h
• Outside city: 90 km/h
• Highways: 110 km/h

Exceeding limits by 10-15 km/h typically isn't penalized, but it's better not to risk it. Always use headlights when leaving the city. Yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and remain alert for people crossing at unauthorized locations.

Road conditions:

• Central Batumi roads are in good condition
• Old Town and areas beyond the canal may have potholes and poor lighting
• Spring and autumn downpours can quickly flood low-lying coastal areas
• On single-lane country roads (to Makhuntseti waterfalls or Gonio fortress), watch for livestock and stray animals, especially during morning hours

Practical driving tips:

• Maintain distance in traffic—sudden braking is common
• Reduce speed on secondary roads due to potholes and animals
• During heavy rain, use hazard lights, halve your speed, and avoid puddles near curbs

Local driving culture: Batumi driving style is energetic, featuring frequent lane changes, short following distances, and last-minute turn signals. During peak hours, especially evening exits from downtown, frequent honking expresses impatience rather than anger. On narrow Old Batumi streets, brief hazard light flashing is the local way to say "thank you" when someone yields.

Parking in Batumi

Paid parking zones: Most parking spots near the beach and Old Town are paid—look for blue "P" signs with white markings. Pay through the official Batumi Parking app or batumitransport.ge website, which is the simplest method for tourists. Shopping centers, airport, train station, and gated parking lots with barriers have separate payment systems via on-site terminals.

Parking attendants: On busy streets near Piazza Square, the boulevard, or Ferris wheel, people in vests may offer to "watch" your car for a few lari. They're not affiliated with city services, and paying them doesn't exempt you from official parking fees.

Free parking: Abundant free parking is available in residential areas beyond the canal and in courtyards 10-15 minutes' walk from downtown. Free seaside parking is rare, especially in summer.

Gas Stations in Batumi

Most gas stations in Batumi have attendants who will fuel your car and accept payment. Most stations operate 24/7. Cafes are rare at city stations, but highway locations typically offer both fuel and refreshments.

Step-by-Step Car Booking Process in Batumi

Online booking is the optimal way to find a car in Batumi that suits your plans. You can compare local rental company conditions and select vehicles for coastal drives or mountain adventures in Adjara.

How it works:

1. Set rental dates and locations: Choose Batumi as pickup city, specify convenient location in "Specify place" field. If returning to a different city, indicate this immediately in the "Return" field.
2. Use filters: Sort by vehicle type, transmission, deposit amount, and other criteria.
3. Select vehicle: Study photos and descriptions in the listing. Add necessary options like child seats, local SIM cards, or roof racks.
4. Book: Enter driver details and contact information, pay advance (15-20% of total cost) by card—voucher will arrive by email.
5. Collect vehicle: Inspect exterior and interior upon pickup, note all scratches in the report. Record fuel level to return with same amount. Sign contract, pay balance, and keep documents.

Now you can plan routes to Gonio fortress, Makhuntseti waterfalls, or Goderdzi mountain resort—the keys to your car and Adjara are in your pocket!

What to See Around Batumi by Car

Car rental in Batumi provides access to Adjara's contrasts—in one day you can drive from subtropical coastline to alpine meadows, seeing ancient fortresses, mountain waterfalls, authentic villages, and beaches.

Recommended destinations:

1. Gonio-Apsaros Fortress: One of the oldest Roman fortresses on the Black Sea. Walk along the mighty 4th-century walls and explore excavated barracks and Roman baths. Also visit Batumi Botanical Garden—its upper terraces offer coastal panoramas and relict groves. Combine with swimming at the wild beach near the fortress.
2. Makhuntseti Waterfall and Arched Bridge: Picturesque 30-meter cascade in the forest with large parking at the trailhead. Walking trail leads to the waterfall's top. The unique medieval arched bridge over Ajaristsqali is 2 km away. Road becomes winding after Keda village—choose vehicles with engines 1.4L or larger.
3. Kobuleti: Capital of Adjaran hospitality with a 12-kilometer pebble-sand beach. Stroll the new promenade with futuristic art objects and explore the colorful market. Perfect destination for a relaxing seaside day.
4. Khulo Mountain Village: Excellent for authentic Georgian lifestyle immersion. The village features ancient stone houses with wooden galleries and terraced fields. Visit the ethnographic museum in the former madrasah building. Steep mountain roads require vehicles with powerful engines.
5. Chakvi: Georgian tea-growing center with tea plantations. Walk through well-maintained Soviet-era terraces and learn history at the Chakvi-Chai museum. Here you'll find Prince Romanov's estate (brother of Russia's last emperor) and many buildings with interesting period architecture.

This represents just a portion of Adjara's treasures. Nature lovers should visit Mtirala National Park with waterfalls in tropical jungles and suspension bridges. History enthusiasts will appreciate Petra fortress with Byzantine ruins on sea cliffs.

Where to Rent a Car in Batumi

When booking online, specify your preferred pickup location. Most popular city locations include:

1. Batumi Airport (BUS)
2. Downtown offices
3. Hotel delivery, Main Railway Station, or specific addresses—provide exact location when booking

Note: Not every vehicle is available at all locations. Use Localrent's "Specify place" filter to see only vehicles available at your preferred pickup point.

Tips for Batumi Visitors

Essential driving considerations:

1. Border restrictions: Don't attempt to drive to Turkey. Despite the nearby border, leaving Georgia is prohibited with rental vehicles.
2. Headlight requirement: Use headlights on all roads.
3. Peak season traffic: July-August traffic to/from Batumi, especially on Kobuleti E70 highway and mountain roads, becomes congested on Saturdays (10:00-14:00) and Sundays (16:00-21:00). Add 60 minutes to travel times during these periods.
4. Weather caution: Exercise caution on coastal roads at night and in fog. E70 highway sections and Ureki roads often experience dense fog. Use fog lights, reduce speed to 50 km/h, and maintain safe distances. May-June and September-October downpours create instant puddles—avoid sudden maneuvers.

Understanding these nuances allows stress-free exploration of all Adjara, from Mtirala's magnolia gorges to Goderdzi's alpine meadows.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Batumi