Ilia lake is called so in honor of famous Georgian writes of beginning of XX century – Ilia Chavchavadze, is  handmade lake in the north part of Kakheti, Alazani valley, near town Kvareli, where are Saperavi grape yards, for wine Kindzmarauli. Around the lake are located cafes, park, and is being built hotel.  Tourists often visit the lake during Kakheti tour, to have some rest, locals come here to spend whole day near water, and rest.

Ilia Lake resort is located right in the heart of Kakheti, east of the town of Kvareli, at the foothills of the southern slopes of Caucasian mountains. Surrounded by a forest of centuries-old trees, the hotel grounds open to the lake feeding on the Bursa and Chagurgula rivers, and overlook the boundless Alazani valley. The hotel has spacious guest rooms with terraces with excellent views. 44 hectares out of total 300 hectares, on which the resort is spread, is occupied by the lake with average depth of 20 m. The complex includes the hotel proper and a recreation area with outdoor sport facilities. Ilia lake resort has its own boulevard (700-800m), an amphitheater with 500 seats, a café and a 4 km long bicycle lane. Whether you plan to spend a weekend or your entire holiday here, the hotel can offer you any service to make your stay an unforgettable experience. The best seasons to visit are fall and spring.

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Cafe…

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Panorama

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On the top is new hotel – Royal Batoni.

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Park around Ilia lake

Lomisoba
Fountain in Kutaisi