How can you book accommodation in Georgia from Russia?
Services that accept Russian cards, and paying on arrival.
Short answer
From Russia, people book accommodation in Georgia through services that accept Russian cards, or choose pay-on-arrival in cash. Many Georgian hotels and flat owners also take bookings directly by phone or messenger. Booking.com and Airbnb do not work with Russian cards.
Why
- International booking platforms left the Russian market in 2022.
- Paying on arrival solves the card problem, but you need cash.
- With direct bookings and no prepayment, confirm the arrangement in writing.
Details
Before booking, check reviews and the exact address, and confirm the price and dates in writing. Don't send deposits to strangers' personal cards.
Tip
Keep your messages and booking confirmation, and don't pay strangers the full amount upfront.
What may differ
Available booking and payment options depend on your bank and the platform, and may change.
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