Rooms is a massive, inspired conversion of a former Soviet sanatorium. The once-spartan building is now clad almost entirely in appealing dark wood and makes brilliant use of its elevated position looking across the valley, with a vast terrace that is packed in the late afternoon with well-heeled visitors enjoying sundowners with perfect views of Mt Kazbek and Stepantsminda Church.
The rooms are contemporary, comfy and well equipped, but a little on the small side due to the design of the original building, though they do at least all have large walk-out balconies. What's really special is the long, library-style lounge and bar running the length of the ground floor, and the superb restaurant with gourmet Georgian, European and fusion dishes, perfect for a lazy meal or evening drinks.
There's also a very good indoor pool and even a casino. The cheaper back-view rooms are nice enough but don't have that Kazbek-view magic. Friday and Saturday nights are more expensive than Sunday to Thursday; and there are discounts for advance booking.
