American owned, Batumi proud

Ruebush Hospitality Group

We are a passionate team that specializes in managing hotels, restaurants, bars, vacation rental apartments, guesthouses, and more. Our company was founded in 2013 by David Ruebush from Austin, Texas, USA. This passionate hotelier found his way to Georgia in 2012 and quickly fell in love with the people, culture, and country; and everything they have to offer to tourists. Our core principal is to deliver the highest level of service and quality for an extremely competitive value. Our amazing team is made up of people from the USA, Canada, New Zealand, UAE, Georgia, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and more. We cannot wait to serve you and make sure when you stay in Batumi you #StayAmazing!
Hotel Development & Management
We are developing our own boutique hotel brands in Batumi, but if you are seeking a professional operator for your hotel or brand, we provide this service as well. One of the most unique things about our company is that we have created a modern way for the average person to invest in hotels and earn income through shared ownership. If you are looking for a safe and reliable way to expand your passive income real estate portfolio, you may be interested in buying a room or a share of a room in one of our boutique hotels. We have options for any budget.
Restaurant Development & Management
We have one operational restaurant in Batumi and more on the way. If you are seeking a professional operator for your restaurant or bar, we offer management services as well. We have also created a modern way for people to invest in the food service industry through shared commercial real estate ownership. If you would like to build hands-free passive income by investing in successful restaurants and bars, you may be interested in our shared ownership model. We have investment options for any budget.
Blue Elephant Cafe
This light casual concept, created by chef Elene Kakabadze, serves fresh, organic food, specialty coffee, healthy smoothies, and great cocktails from breakfast through dinner. The quality of our food and service are second to none in Batumi.
David Ruebush
Founder & Director
With decades of experience in the hospitality industry from the USA through Europe, David has developed a unique flavor of American/Georgian service that is proving to be extremely successful in Batumi.
David Ruebush
Founder & Director
With decades of experience in the hospitality industry from the USA through Europe, David has developed a unique flavor of American/Georgian service that is proving to be extremely successful in Batumi.
Bar Development & Management
We operate the best bar in Batumi and have a few more opening soon. If you have a bar or bar concept and need a professional operator, we are here to help. We have also created a modern way for people to invest in the beverage industry through shared commercial real estate ownership. If you would like to build hands-free passive income by investing in successful restaurants and bars, you may be interested in our shared ownership model. We have investment options for any budget.
Popeye Craft Bar
It began in 2017 and now it is the #1 bar in Batumi. Popeye Craft Bar is a cozy and friendly place to hang out with friends. We serve craft beers, tasty food, and cocktails. The real reason to visit Popeye is because we are the home of the most delicious selection of homemade Nastoyka in Batumi, with over 25 flavors.
Other Assets
In addition to hotels, restaurants and bars, we are developing and operating guest houses, penthouses, vacation rental apartments, our own booking channel, and a "tourist infotainment" magazine. If you have a luxury apartment or guest house for daily rental in Batumi and you need a professional manager, contact us. If you are new to town and want to know where to go or what to do, pick up a copy of our magazine in several locations throughout Ajara. If you have a large group and need a place for a party or event, let us know, we can definitely take care of you. If you are looking for an alternative way to invest in hands-free rental income property, contact us and let us show you several options for any budget.
Ajara Life Magazine
Let's Discover Ajara
The only English language monthly magazine that shows tourists and other English speakers what to do, where to go, and what to see in Ajara. It is distributed in airports, train stations, restaurants, hotels, tourist info centers, and many other places in the region.
BookingBatumi.com
#StayAmazing
We operate the best luxury vacation apartments and guesthouses in Batumi. We average over 90% occupancy during 12 months each year because our properties are so amazing. If you want the best holiday in Batumi, book an apartment through us and see what it means to #StayAmazing.
The Midtown
City Center Luxury Penthouse
For groups seeking an incredibly cool and modern place to party or host a sleep-over event, this is the perfect place. The Midtown sleeps 20 and entertains up to 60. Investments are available if you want to earn passive income from an extremely lucrative luxury rental property in the center of the city.
Contact Us
110 Vakhtang Gorgasali Street
Batumi, Ajara, Georgia
hospitality@ruebushgroup.com