The standard car rental model assumes you pick up at an airport or city office and drive yourself to your destination. That works for most trips. But Georgia has a specific characteristic that changes the equation for some travellers: the best destinations are not the airports. They are Gudauri at 2,200 metres, Mestia in the heart of Svaneti, Borjomi in its mountain valley, and a dozen other places that are hours from the nearest major airport.
StarCar delivers rental cars directly to resorts, towns, and specific locations across Georgia — including borders with Armenia and Azerbaijan. You choose the pickup point. We bring the car there.
This guide covers every delivery location, how the process works, and which car to choose for each destination.
The process is straightforward. Book at least 24 hours in advance — earlier for remote locations or peak season. Provide the delivery address or location name, your arrival time, and your flight details if relevant. The operator confirms the delivery and meets you at the agreed location.
For airport deliveries, the operator meets you at arrivals with an A4 board showing the StarCar logo. For resort and town deliveries, the operator meets you at a confirmed address — your hotel, guesthouse, or a central meeting point in the location.
Payment is made at delivery in cash (EUR, USD, or GEL) or by card with a 2% processing fee. No deposit is required.
At the end of the rental, return is arranged to the same location or a different one — one-way rentals between any of the locations listed below are available. Confirm the return point when booking.
The main international gateway into Georgia. StarCar delivers to Tbilisi airport with a minimum of 24 hours notice. The operator meets you at the arrivals exit beyond the neutral zone.
Tbilisi airport is the starting point for most Georgia road trips. From the airport, every destination in this guide is reachable within a day's drive. The drive into Tbilisi city centre takes 20 to 30 minutes.
For car rental tbilisi airport, advance booking is strongly recommended in peak season — July, August, and Georgian public holidays.
The most convenient airport for western Georgia and Svaneti. StarCar's main office is 20 minutes from Kutaisi airport — the fastest airport delivery in Georgia. The operator meets you at arrivals with no queue and contract signing takes 10 minutes on the spot.
From Kutaisi airport: Batumi is 2.5 hours west, Mestia is 3.5 to 4 hours north, Tbilisi is 2.5 hours east. For travellers starting a western Georgia or Svaneti itinerary, Kutaisi is the better entry point.
For car rental kutaisi airport, same-day delivery without advance booking is sometimes possible — contact via WhatsApp on arrival.
Located 15 km south of Batumi city centre. StarCar delivers to Batumi airport with 24 hours notice. The operator meets you at arrivals.
Batumi airport is served by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, FlyDubai, Wizz Air, and seasonal charter flights. In summer the airport handles significant tourist volume — advance booking is essential in peak season.
For car rental batumi airport, the car is ready at arrivals with no desk queue.
Georgia's main ski resort at 2,200 metres on the Georgian Military Highway. Delivery to Gudauri is available year-round — in ski season for winter sports, in summer for hiking and paragliding.
The access road from the main highway to the resort is cleared in winter. A crossover with winter tyres handles it in normal conditions. After heavy snowfall, an SUV is preferable — confirm with the operator before travel in winter.
Delivery to your hotel or guesthouse in Gudauri. If you are arriving by marshrutka or transfer from Tbilisi, the car can be waiting at your accommodation when you arrive.
Recommended vehicle: Crossover (summer), SUV (winter after snowfall).
A smaller ski resort near Borjomi at approximately 1,700 metres. Quieter than Gudauri and better suited to families with young children or beginners. Delivery to Bakuriani is available with advance notice.
The road from Borjomi to Bakuriani is paved and maintained in winter. A crossover handles it in normal conditions.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
The regional centre of Upper Svaneti at 1,500 metres. Delivery to Mestia requires advance planning — it is a 430 km drive from Tbilisi and 3.5 to 4 hours from Kutaisi airport. The operator arranges delivery to your guesthouse or hotel in town.
If you are flying into Kutaisi and heading directly to Svaneti, car rental kutaisi airport is the logical pickup point — drive the car yourself to Mestia rather than having it delivered separately.
Recommended vehicle: Crossover minimum. SUV for Ushguli beyond Mestia.
The mountain town below Gergeti Trinity Church at 1,750 metres on the Georgian Military Highway. Delivery to Kazbegi is available. The road from Tbilisi is 150 km of well-maintained paved highway — straightforward in good conditions.
A car in Kazbegi gives you access to the Truso Valley (unpaved, SUV required), the track to Gergeti Trinity Church (4x4 required), and flexibility to explore the surrounding area beyond what is walkable from town.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover for town and highway. SUV for Truso Valley and Gergeti track.
The Goderdzi Pass area at 2,025 metres in the mountains of Adjara, between Batumi and Akhaltsikhe. A developing ski resort with a shorter season than Gudauri. Delivery to Goderdzi is available with advance notice and appropriate vehicle.
The road to Goderdzi from Batumi is paved but demanding — winding and steep in the upper sections. In winter it can be closed or require a 4x4 with chains. Confirm current conditions with the operator before delivery in the off-season.
Recommended vehicle: SUV (winter). Crossover (summer and autumn).
A spa town in the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, known internationally for its mineral water. 155 km from Tbilisi, 2 hours on well-maintained roads. Delivery to Borjomi is straightforward — any vehicle.
Borjomi is a natural overnight stop on the scenic route between Tbilisi and Batumi via Akhaltsikhe. Having a car in Borjomi gives you access to the national park trails, Bakuriani ski resort (60 km), and Akhaltsikhe and Rabati Castle (45 km).
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
Home to Rabati Castle — one of the most visited historical sites in Georgia — and a convenient base for the Samtskhe-Javakheti region. Delivery available. The road from Tbilisi via Borjomi is paved and in good condition.
From Akhaltsikhe, Vardzia cave monastery is 45 km south — one of the most impressive sites in Georgia and entirely accessible by sedan on paved road.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
The walled town in Kakheti, 120 km from Tbilisi on well-maintained roads. Delivery to Sighnaghi is available. The town itself is small — a car here gives you access to the Alazani Valley wineries, Bodbe Monastery, and the wider Kakheti wine region.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
The regional capital of Kakheti, 120 km from Tbilisi. Delivery available. Telavi is the most practical base for exploring the Kakheti wine region — central, with good accommodation options and easy access to the main sites.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
A quieter beach town 30 km north of Batumi on the Black Sea coast. Popular with families who prefer less of the city atmosphere of Batumi. Delivery available.
Recommended vehicle: Any category.
A black magnetic sand beach 50 km north of Batumi. A specific destination rather than a transit point — people go to Ureki for the beach and return. Delivery available.
Recommended vehicle: Any category.
A small Black Sea town north of Zugdidi, at the start of the Svaneti approach road. Less visited than Batumi or Kobuleti. Delivery available.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
The main crossing between Georgia and Armenia, 80 km south of Tbilisi. StarCar can arrange the vehicle to be available at or near the crossing for travellers arriving from Armenia and beginning their Georgia itinerary at the border.
Cross-border permit required for driving into Armenia — request at least one week in advance. Georgian insurance does not apply in Armenia.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover for standard Armenia–Georgia itinerary.
The secondary crossing in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of southern Georgia. Less used than Sadakhlo but practical for travellers arriving from the Gyumri or Vanadzor area of Armenia.
The road on the Georgian side passes through the Javakheti plateau at around 2,000 metres — exposed and cold in winter, straightforward in summer and autumn.
Recommended vehicle: Crossover (winter). Sedan or crossover (summer).
The main crossing between Georgia and Azerbaijan. Lagodekhi, on the Georgian side, is in the eastern Kakheti region near the Lagodekhi Protected Areas. Cross-border permit required. Contact the operator at least one week in advance.
Recommended vehicle: Sedan or crossover.
| Location | Category | Distance from Tbilisi | Recommended Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi Airport | Airport | 25 km | Any |
| Kutaisi Airport | Airport | 220 km | Any |
| Batumi Airport | Airport | 300 km | Any |
| Gudauri | Mountain resort | 120 km | Crossover / SUV (winter) |
| Bakuriani | Mountain resort | 190 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Mestia | Mountain town | 430 km | Crossover / SUV |
| Kazbegi | Mountain town | 150 km | Sedan / crossover / SUV |
| Goderdzi | Mountain pass | 290 km via Batumi | SUV (winter) |
| Borjomi | Valley town | 155 km | Any |
| Akhaltsikhe | Valley town | 200 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Sighnaghi | Wine region | 120 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Telavi | Wine region | 120 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Kobuleti | Coast | 280 km | Any |
| Ureki | Coast | 250 km | Any |
| Anaklia | Coast | 320 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Sadakhlo (Armenia border) | Border | 80 km | Sedan / crossover |
| Ninotsminda (Armenia border) | Border | 220 km | Crossover |
| Lagodekhi (Azerbaijan border) | Border | 200 km | Sedan / crossover |
How far in advance do I need to book a delivery?
At least 24 hours for standard locations. For remote locations — Mestia, Goderdzi, border crossings — more notice is better. Contact the operator via WhatsApp to confirm what is possible for your specific dates and location.
Can I return the car to a different location from pickup?
Yes — one-way rentals are available between any of the locations listed. Confirm the return point when booking. No drop-off fee applies on standard one-way routes between Tbilisi, Kutaisi, and Batumi.
Is delivery available in winter to mountain resorts?
Yes — Gudauri and Bakuriani deliveries are available in ski season. Vehicle recommendation changes in winter — confirm with the operator. Goderdzi requires an SUV in winter and conditions can affect delivery timing.
Do I pay extra for delivery to a resort or town?
Confirm delivery terms when booking. Airport deliveries are standard. Resort and border deliveries may involve an additional arrangement fee depending on location and distance — discuss with the operator at booking.
Can I book delivery to the Armenia or Azerbaijan border?
Yes — with the cross-border permit arranged at least one week in advance. Contact the operator to confirm the process for your specific crossing and dates.
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