Almaty

Travel Guide

Almaty
Almaty
Almaty
Photo by Raisa Wells
Photo by Raisa Wells
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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Jetysu District

Jetysu District might not have many top sights, but MEGA Park and Zenkov Cathedral are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jetysu 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
Hotel Kazakhstan

Hotel Kazakhstan

4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2, Almaty
The price is ₩118,399 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
₩118,399
₩132,607 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & 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! (245 reviews)
"Our experience with hotel Kazakistan unfortunately wasn’t very pleasant, staff were rude, we booked two rooms they gave us one renovated and another room was really from soviet era, when we asked to have both renovated rooms they wanted to change us extra $ 279 dollars but failed to explain why."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Hotel Kazakhstan
Uyut Hotel

Uyut Hotel

4 out of 5
Gogol Street 127/1, intersection with Seifullin Street, Almaty
The price is ₩107,003 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
₩107,003
₩119,843 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & 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! (123 reviews)
"My whole experience was exceptional the staff are wonderful and eager to please."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Uyut Hotel
Novotel Almaty City Center

Novotel Almaty City Center

4 out of 5
Dostyk Avenue 104 A, Almaty
The price is ₩198,690 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
₩198,690
₩222,533 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & 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! (136 reviews)
"Great property surrounded by lots of food options, walkable to lots of activities such as theaters and mountains, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Novotel Almaty City Center
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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 ...
6/10 (1 review)
"the property is pretty nice and new but the location is not very convenient"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

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
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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.

Popular places to visit

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

Big Almaty Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Big Almaty Lake during your travels in Almaty. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Big Almaty Lake
Great place to visit. Follow the blue line.. Lots to see.

Zenkov Cathedral

You can learn about the history of Almaty with a visit to Zenkov Cathedral. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Zenkov Cathedral

Almaty Opera House

You can enjoy a show at Almaty Opera House on your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Almaty Opera House

MEGA Park

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at MEGA Park during your visit to Almaty.

MEGA Park

Dostyk Plaza

You can enjoy retail therapy at Dostyk Plaza during your trip to Almaty.

Dostyk Plaza

Almaty Central Stadium

Catch an event at Almaty Central Stadium during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Almaty Central Stadium