Dog-Friendly & Pet-Friendly Hotels in Gudauri

High in the Caucasus Mountains, Gudauri is Georgia’s premier ski resort, a place where deep powder and long runs define the winter. The main draw is its reliable snow cover from December to April across a vast, treeless ski area, with the Backside zone offering thrilling off-piste terrain. In summer, the landscape transforms for paragliding from Mount Sadzele or hiking the trails around the Jvari Pass, with the Soviet-era People’s Friendship Monument providing a dramatic viewpoint over the Aragvi River gorge.

Most visitors stay right on the slopes in the central Gudauri zone for ski-in/ski-out convenience, though the lower Kobi area offers quieter, more budget-friendly options. The resort suits adventurous solo travelers and groups of friends perfectly, with a lively après-ski scene, while families appreciate the wide beginner slopes. It’s about a two-hour drive from Tbilisi, easily reached by shuttle or private transfer along the Georgian Military Highway.

On HOTEVI, you’ll find around ten hotels here, ranging from simple guesthouses and apartment rentals to modern, full-service ski hotels with spas. True luxury resorts are less common, so the focus is on practical, comfortable lodgings that put you steps from the gondola.