Almaty

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Almaty
Almaty
Almaty
Photo by Raisa Wells
Photo by Raisa Wells

Where to stay in Almaty

Big Almaty Lake

Almaly District

While you're in Almaly District, take in top sights like MEGA Park and jump on the metro at Almaly to see more of the city.

Almaly District
Sirniki are Russian cheese pancakes cooked crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. Sweet with a slight tang from the farmer's cheese, they pair well with fruit jam or mousse

Medeu District

While visiting Medeu District, you might make a stop by sights like Shymbulak Ski Resort and Medeo.

Medeu District
A trip to Almaty, Kazakhstan isn't complete without a day trip to Big Almaty Lake. Wear layers as the lake is over 8000 ft above sea level

Bostandyk District

If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square are top sights worth seeing.

Bostandyk District
Uyghur tea is black tea with milk and traditional clotted cream made from boiling fresh milk and skimming off the top. A touch of salt is then added to round out this breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anytime staple
#tea #uyghur #yum #centralasia

Turksib District

While visiting Turksib District, you might make a stop by sights like Almaty Zoo and MEGA Park.

Turksib District
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Auezov District

While Auezov District isn't home to many top sights, Almaty Central Stadium and MEGA Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Auezov District
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Samal-1

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Samal-1, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Kazakhstan and Central State Museum.

Samal-1
Uyut Hotel

Uyut Hotel

4 out of 5
Gogol Street 127/1, intersection with Seifullin Street, Almaty
$71 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$81 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions MEGA Park and Gabit Musrepov Kazakh ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
Really good gem
"Breakfast buffet is excellent. Staff is wonderful and helpful and honest. Highly recommend. Location is good too"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Uyut Hotel
Novotel Almaty City Center

Novotel Almaty City Center

4 out of 5
Dostyk Avenue 104 A, Almaty
$134 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$150 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kok Tobe Cable Car and Colibri are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
Business Trip to Almaty
"I recently stayed at the Novotel City Centre for work, and both the hotel and its location were excellent. Unfortunately, I was overcharged by a taxi driver upon arrival at the airport, who demanded 40,000 KZT for a ride that should have cost only 10,000 KZT. However, a member of the hotel staff, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Novotel Almaty City Center
Hotel Kazakhstan

Hotel Kazakhstan

4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2, Almaty
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$92 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (239 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Hotel Kazakhstan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beles Apartments

Beles Apartments

4 out of 5
62 Ulitsa Kyz Zhibek, Almaty, Almaty
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Almaty Tower and Dostyk Plaza are located ...
Beles Apartments
Lessor Apartments

Lessor Apartments

3.5 out of 5
74 Zheltoksan St, Almaty
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
"liked location. land lord was very kind."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Lessor Apartments
World Retreats

World Retreats

2 out of 5
Toraigirov St. 21/1, Almaty
Stay at this apartment in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions First President of Kazakhstan Park and Casino Zodiak are located ...
World Retreats
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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