The best hotels have floor-to-ceiling windows in Almaty
Oi-Qaragai Lesnaya Skazka
Oi-Qaragai gorge, Ile Alatau, Almaty region, 041610 Besqaynar, Kazakhstan
Lesnaya Skazka Mountain Resort is set in a quiet area of the Ile-Alatau National Park, 4.3 mi from Besqaynar and a 35-minute drive from Almaty. It features a spa and wellness center, ropes park and free WiFi. Rooms and chalets are individually furnished and include a mountain-view balcony, satellite TV, and a mini-bar. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. A skiing trail is located 400 m away, and horse riding is offered on site. Traditional Georgian and European cuisine can be enjoyed in the à la carte restaurant. A sauna and a hot tub invite to relax, and massages and other treatments in Umay Ethno-Spa in traditional yurts can be booked on request. Almaty International Airport is a 30-minute drive from the Mountain Resort Lesnaya Skazka. Chimbulak Ski Resort and the Medeo Ice Skating Rink are within a 50-minute drive away.
Samal Resort & SPA
Gornaya Street 548, 050000 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Located next to Medeo Mountain in a quiet part of Almaty, Hotel Samal offers a large spa area and a restaurant serving international cuisine. Central Almaty is 10 minutes’ drive away. The classically furnished rooms at Resort Hotel Samal features dark wooden furniture and warm colors. All include a private balcony, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a range of free spa facilities at Samal, such as an indoor pool, an aroma steam room and a hot tub. Massages and face treatments can also be booked here. Decorated in characteristic Kazakhstan style, the Nomad restaurant offers local specialties and international favorites. At the weekend, the on-site Shang-Du nightclub is open. Almaty International Airport is around 16 mi from the Samal.
Ramada by Wyndham Almaty
27/1 Baitursynov Street, 050000 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Ramada by Wyndham Almaty features a spa and wellness center with a sauna and indoor pool, and fitness center. Free WiFi and free private parking are available on site. The rooms offer air conditioning, a mini-bar, electric kettle, hairdryer, laptop safe and flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some rooms provide an executive lounge access. Guests can dine in the hotel’s restaurant offering Turkish, Italian, Indian and fusion cuisine, or order room service. Other facilities include a bar, tour desk, concierge service and 24-hour front desk. Zhibek Zholy Metro Station is 1.2 mi from the property. Almaty Train Station is 1.9 mi away, and Almaty International Airport is 9.9 mi from Ramada by Wyndham Almaty.
Shera Inn Hotel
Khadzhimukan St 47, 050067 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Located in Almaty, 6.8 mi from Medeo, Shera Inn Hotel features a terrace and views of the mountains. Guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Certain rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is featured. You will find a jewelry shop at the property. Shymbulak is 13 mi from Shera Inn Hotel, while Kok Tobe Mountain is 2.4 mi away. The nearest airport is Almaty International Airport, 11 mi from the property.
Mercure Almaty City Center
53 Abylaikhan Avenue, 50004 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Mercure Almaty City Center features air-conditioned rooms in Almaty. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 0.7 mi from Almaty Central Mosque, a 15-minute walk from Ascension Cathedral and 0.8 mi from Gvardeytsev-Panfilovtsev Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The rooms in the hotel feature unique design inspired by local culture and traditional art. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hair dryer. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A continental breakfast is served each morning at the property. International and local cuisine are served in the à la carte restaurant and in the Buffet Room with high ceilings and panoramic windows. At the Lobby Bar guests can enjoy fresh coffee and cocktails. Guests can also benefit from 4 conference rooms. Free access to the rooftop spa and fitness area is provided. Speaking English and Russian, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Medeo is 9.3 mi from Mercure Almaty City Center. Almaty International Airport is in a 30-minute drive from the hotel, while Almaty Railway Station is only a 12-minute walk away.
Hotel Kazzhol Almaty
Gogol Street 127/1, 050004 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Located in Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city, this modern hotel is a 25-minute drive from Almaty International Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi, indoor swimming pool, spa and traditional Kazakhstani cuisine. All air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel Kazzhol Almaty feature satellite TV, mini-bar, safe and balcony, offering views of the city. Some rooms offer a flat-screen TV and bathrobes. Room service is also available. A buffet breakfast is served in the Kazzhol’s elegant breakfast room every morning. The hotel restaurant also serves a variety of traditional food from the Almaty region. All meals are cooked with the eco produce. Guests at the Hotel Kazzhol Almaty can enjoy use of the hotel’s massage and beauty salon. The Kazzhol also offers concierge, laundry and airport shuttle services. The historic Ascension Cathedral, Abay Opera House and Almaty Central Stadium are all within 2.5 mi from the Kazzhol. Almaty TV Tower, the world’s tallest free-standing steel structure, is a 15-minute drive away, offering scenic views of Kok Tobe Mountain. Zhibek Zholy Metro Station is a 6-minute walk from Hotel Kazzhol Almaty, and Almaty Train Station is 6.2 mi away. Free parking is also available on site.
Rixos Almaty Hotel
Seifullina Street 506/99, 050012 Almaty, Kazakhstan
This luxury 5-star hotel is located in Almaty city center, 0.6 mi from Nikolai Cathedral. Rixos Almaty Hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi internet and a spa with swimming pool. All rooms at Rixos Almaty feature air conditioning, a work desk and a balcony with impressive views. All bathrooms include a bath and shower. A buffet breakfast is served each morning at Rixos Almaty. The restaurant serves international buffets and à la carte dishes. The Lobby Bar & Lounge is open 24 hours a day, and guests can also dine at the Brasserie Restaurant. The 7.2 ft² spa also includes a gym, sauna, Turkish bath, indoor gardens and 7 massage rooms. Rixos Hotel is 1.2 mi from Almaty Opera House and 3.1 mi by cable car from Köktöbe Mountain.
The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
sentai Tower, 7/7 Al-Farabi Avenue, 050040 Almaty, Kazakhstan
This luxury 5-star hotel is located on the foot of Alatau Mountains in Almaty and features a spa center, an indoor pool and a fitness center. Free Wi-Fi is provided at The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms are decorated in warm colors. Each elegant room includes a flat-screen TV and a marble bathroom with a rain shower. The elegant on-site SEVEN Bar & Restaurant offers guests the ultimate fine dining experience. Guests can also enjoy a drink at the Sky Lobby and Lounge. Located on the 30th floor, Vista Restaurant serves international cuisine and Kazakh specialties for breakfast and lunch. Several other dining options are also available. The hotel’s recreation and relaxation facilities include an opulent Six Senses Spa, featuring 4 private rooms, including special salt and oriental treatment rooms, dedicated relaxation areas, saunas, steam rooms and an oriental hammam. Almaty city center is a 10-minute drive from The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty. Shymbulak Ski Resort is a 30-minute drive away, and Almaty International Airport is 9.3 mi from the hotel.
Grand Sapphire Hotel
Dostyk Avenue 32, 050010 Almaty, Kazakhstan
Featuring a spa and wellness center with hammam and massage services and a beauty center, Grand Sapphire Hotel is located in the center of Almaty. Free WiFi and free private parking are available on site. The rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a desk, an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathroom features a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Breakfast is served at restaurant Azia Mama. Breakfast in the room is also available. Gorky Park is located a several minutes' walk away. Almaly Metro Station is 0.6 mi from the property. Zenkov’s Cathedral is a 5-minute walk away. Almaty-2 Train Station is 2.2 mi away, and Almaty International Airport is 8.1 mi from Grand Sapphire Hotel.