Almaty

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Almaty

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 Big Almaty Lake 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, Medeu Skating Rink and Almaty Central Stadium 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
Hotel Kazakhstan
Hotel Kazakhstan
4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2, Almaty
The price is $111 per night from May 7 to May 8
$111
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
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! (148 reviews)
good position, old but posh internally
"cheap airport transfer using “YandexGO” app (airport wifi useless so ensure you’ve access to international data or buy local SIM to use - cost gbp 6 for 30+ minutes journey). hotel is significantly updated soviet era tower unlike headline promotion photo on website but smart & posh internally with ..."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

Hotel Kazakhstan
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
3.5 out of 5
Abylai Khan Avenue 55, Almaty
The price is $94 per night from May 7 to May 8
$94
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very helpful. Modern and very upbeat and fun. Great Breakfast"

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2024

Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Novotel Almaty City Center
Novotel Almaty City Center
4 out of 5
Dostyk Avenue 104 A, Almaty
The price is $149 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$149
$167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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! (91 reviews)
"After a few years going backwards, it seems this hotel took a new air (management) and is going back on track. The location is ideal, yet, they have to do something with the car entrance. On weekends the small street leading to the hotel is used as a parking lot for the theater beside and the cable ..."

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2024

Novotel Almaty City Center
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.
Lessor Apartments
Lessor Apartments
3.5 out of 5
74 Zheltoksan St, Almaty
Stay at this apartment in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for Children ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
"Over all a good place but had a problem with bugs when I was there."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2023

Lessor Apartments
Renion Residence Hotel
Renion Residence Hotel
4 out of 5
42 Kairbekova Street, Almaty
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
"Pro: Room size Cons: nonprofessional and unfriendly staff at the reception desk during my check-in (it took 40 minutes to check-in and I had to contact Orbitz), Hard to control hot/cold water for shower,"

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2023

Renion Residence Hotel
AG Hotel
AG Hotel
3 out of 5
Abylaikhan 37, Almaty, Almaty
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hippodrome and Auezov Kazakh Drama Theatre ...
AG Hotel
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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Reviews of Almaty

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
18
" "5 - Excellent 37.5%
4 - Good
27
" "4 - Good 56.25%
3 - Okay
2
" "3 - Okay 4.166666666666667%
2 - Disappointing
0
" "2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
" "1 - Terrible 2.0833333333333335%

5/5 - Excellent

Hélène
Feb 3, 2020

A fantastic city filled with wonderful people, I strongly advise everyone to visit the great country of Kazakhstan and enjoy the welcoming attitude of the very noce Kazakh people.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 2, 2020

Polluted, difficult to get around but visited the mountain and it was wonderful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Oct 22, 2019

Amiable ex-Soviet city, leafy & laid out on grid-pattern.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Oct 2, 2019

Arasan Spa was good.

5/5 - Excellent

Nadia
Sep 29, 2019

Almaty is a fun, interesting, and charming city. People are very friendly, and it is located in a beautiful area.

5/5 - Excellent

Jackie
Sep 28, 2019

It is a friendly city with a fantastic view.