Almaty

Travel Guide

Almaty
Almaty
Almaty
Photo by Raisa Wells
Photo by Raisa Wells

Where to stay in Almaty

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
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
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
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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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Alatau District

While visiting Alatau District, you might make a stop by sights like Medeu Skating Rink and Almaty Arena.

Alatau District
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Nauryzbay District

While Nauryzbay District isn't home to many top sights, MEGA Alma-Ata and Casino Zodiak are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nauryzbay District
Hotel Kazakhstan

Hotel Kazakhstan

4 out of 5
Dostyk ave 52/2 Almaty
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (296 reviews)
Allowed early check in but room was basic

Reviewed on 2025/12/15

Hotel Kazakhstan
Uyut Hotel

Uyut Hotel

4 out of 5
Gogol Street 127/1 Almaty
Book a stay at this 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! (159 reviews)
Very clean, staff is friendly.

Reviewed on 2025/12/14

Uyut Hotel
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG

Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Timiryazev 2 D Almaty
The price is NT$2,466 per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
NT$2,466
NT$3,077 total
Jan 3 - 2026/1/4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (281 reviews)
Rooms were a bit ‘tired’. Bathroom felt like it was pretty old but restaurant was top notch.

Reviewed on 2025/12/9

Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
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 aparthotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Shymbulak Ski Resort and Almaty Tower are located ...
6/10 (1 review)
the property is pretty nice and new but the location is not very convenient

Reviewed on 2025/7/30

Beles Apartments
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! (30 reviews)
Quiet area in a beautiful country

Reviewed on 2025/10/19

Lessor Apartments
Warm House Apart Hotel Almaty

Warm House Apart Hotel Almaty

2.5 out of 5
Al-Farabi 116/21 Almaty Almaty
Stay at this aparthotel in Almaty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Sunkar International Ski Jump Complex and Botanical ...
Warm House Apart Hotel Almaty
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 38%
4 - Good
27
4 - Good 56%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Hélène

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

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

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Arasan Spa was good.

5/5 - Excellent

Nadia

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

5/5 - Excellent

Jackie

It is a friendly city with a fantastic view.