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A former Soviet sewing factory turned into Tbilisi's main creative hub since 2016
Fabrika is a multifunctional cultural centre in the historic Chugureti district of Tbilisi, at 8 Egnate Ninoshvili Street. The building is a former Soviet sewing factory called "Nino" that produced women's clothing. In 2016, architectural studio Multiverse Architecture and Adjara Group transformed the abandoned industrial building into a new kind of urban space.
Fabrika is 600 m from Marjanishvili metro station and 1.8 km from Rustaveli Avenue. Walking to Old Tbilisi takes 20–25 minutes along the riverbank, or one metro stop, or 3–5 GEL by Bolt.
Entry to the grounds is free, 24/7. The format is an open-plan space: a courtyard with bars and cafés, art studios, local designer shops, a coworking space, a 354-bed hostel, and event venues. Suitable for a daytime visit (coffee, lunch, shopping), an evening out (bars, events), or an overnight stay.
The centrepiece of Fabrika is a large open courtyard surrounded by the factory's original walls. The concrete surfaces are preserved as-is: paint drips, textured brickwork, industrial elements. Layered on top are vivid murals by street artists. The street-facing façade features graffiti by local and international artists. Inside the courtyard, about a dozen venues operate: PIPES burger bar, Georgian cuisine at Tone, cocktail bar Moulin Electrique (one of Tbilisi's longest-running bars), Japanese food, and coffee.
On the ground floor of the main building, the spacious hostel lobby has tall arched windows, comfortable sofas, and pinball machines. Nearby is the Impact Hub coworking space (day pass 40 GEL / ~$15). Down the corridors: designer workshops – Shavikata atelier (avant-garde clothing), Flying Painter vintage store (clothes salvaged from the original "Nino" factory), Vodkast vinyl record shop, Camora barbershop, Tsibakha board game club (150+ games), and Magnolia Film Lab (analogue photography).
On the roof – a terrace with neighbourhood views, used for open-air cinema screenings, yoga sessions, and BBQ parties. Events run regularly: exhibitions, markets, concerts, talks. Check Fabrika's Instagram and Facebook for the schedule.
Building – former Soviet sewing factory "Nino", produced women's clothing, abandoned after the USSR collapsed
Opened – July 2016, designed by Multiverse Architecture and Adjara Group (owners of Rooms Hotels, Stamba Hotel)
Hostel – 354 beds, dorms from $8/night, private rooms with bathroom from 90 GEL (~$33)
Coworking – Impact Hub: day pass 40 GEL (~$15), weekly 140 GEL, unlimited 410 GEL/month
Courtyard – over 10 bars, cafés, workshops, and shops on site
Street art – the first building in Tbilisi to offer its walls to street artists
The building at 8 Ninoshvili Street was built during the Soviet era as the "Nino" sewing factory. It produced women's clothing and was one of the largest industrial operations in the Chugureti district. After the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991, production stopped and the building sat abandoned for 25 years – a typical fate for Georgia's industrial sites of that period.
In 2016, architectural studio Multiverse Architecture (founders Gogiko Sakvarelidze and Devi Kituashvili) and Adjara Group renovated the building, keeping the concrete walls, Soviet-era half-painted surfaces, and original linoleum floors. Fabrika quickly became a magnet for travellers and locals: the "everything under one roof" concept – accommodation, food, work, entertainment – hit the mark for Tbilisi. Today Fabrika is seen as a symbol of urban regeneration and one of the most recognised hostels in the region.
Entry to the grounds is free, 24/7.
Hostel:
Dorm bed – from 25 GEL (~$9)/night
Private room with bathroom – from 90 GEL (~$33)/night
Suite with balcony – from 150 GEL (~$55)/night
Breakfast not included, available separately
Coworking (Impact Hub):
Day pass (9:00–18:00) – 40 GEL (~$15)
Weekly – 140 GEL
Unlimited – 410 GEL/month (~$150)
Food & drinks:
Coffee – 5–8 GEL
Lunch – 15–30 GEL
Cocktail – 15–25 GEL
No special restrictions. The grounds are open to everyone – you don't need to be a hostel guest. Photography is allowed everywhere. Noise levels in the courtyard increase at night – consider this when booking courtyard-facing rooms. Pets are welcome at the hostel.
On site:
10+ cafés and bars (Georgian, European, burgers, Japanese cuisine)
Coworking with Wi-Fi
Barbershop
Art studios and workshops
Local designer shops
Vinyl record store
Board game club
Film lab (analogue photography)
Rooftop terrace
Hostel:
24/7 reception, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, luggage storage, laundry, book exchange
ATM with low fees at reception
Accessibility: Ground floor is wheelchair-accessible. Upper hostel floors via stairs only (no lift).
Metro:
Marjanishvili station – 600 m, 7 min walk.
On foot from Old Tbilisi:
From Freedom Square – 20–25 min along the riverbank. From the Bridge of Peace – 15 min.
Taxi:
Bolt from the centre – 3–5 GEL, 5–10 min.
Address: 8 Egnate Ninoshvili Street, Chugureti district.
Daytime (10:00–17:00): Cafés, coworking, shops. Calm atmosphere, good for working and lunch.
Evening (18:00–23:00): Bars open up, courtyard fills. Live music and events on Fridays and Saturdays.
Visit duration: 1–2 hours for cafés, the courtyard, and shops. In the evening, you can easily spend the whole night.
Tip: Check Fabrika's Instagram (@fabrika_hostel) before visiting – they announce markets, film screenings, and special events there.
Practical answers about visiting, routes and time on site.
No. The grounds are open to everyone for free, 24/7. You can just come for a coffee, a drink, or to explore the courtyard.
Dorm bed from 25 GEL (~$9). Private room with bathroom from 90 GEL (~$33). Book via Booking.com or directly at hostelfabrika.com.
Yes, Impact Hub – day pass 40 GEL (~$15), 9:00–18:00. Unlimited 24/7 access – 410 GEL/month (~$150). Hostel guests get free lobby and Wi-Fi access.
Over 10 venues: burgers (PIPES), Georgian bread and wine (Tone), European cuisine, Japanese food, cocktail bars. Average lunch costs 15–30 GEL (~$5.50–11).
20–25 min walk to Old Tbilisi, one metro stop from Marjanishvili to Freedom Square. By taxi – 3–5 GEL.
Bars stay open late. Fridays and Saturdays feature live music, DJ sets, and themed parties. Exhibitions, markets, and rooftop cinema screenings run regularly.
Yes. Fabrika was the first building in Tbilisi to give its walls to street artists. Murals are refreshed regularly. The surrounding streets also feature graffiti by local and international artists.
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel and lobby area. The Impact Hub coworking has high-speed internet. For mobile data across Georgia, consider getting an eSIM in advance.
