Alatau District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Republic Square
4/5(1 review)
You can learn about the history of Almaty with a visit to Republic Square. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Almaty Opera House
You can enjoy a show at Almaty Opera House during your stay in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Almaty Tower
Learn about the local history of Almaty with a stop at Almaty Tower. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park
28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Almaty, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Almaty Cathedral
4/5(1 review)
Almaty Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Almaty, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Activities
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Day Tour
NZ$65
per adult
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)
NZ$116
per adult
Lake Issyk with Turgen (Bear) Waterfall tour
NZ$59
per adult
Almaty: Lake Issyk with Turgen Waterfall Day Tour
NZ$54
per adult
From Almaty: Kolsay, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Day Trip
NZ$80
per adult
Our pick of the best Alatau District Hotel Deals
Rim Grand Hotel
Severnoe kolco 168 Almaty Almaty
The price is NZ$141 per night from 6 June to 7 June
NZ$141
per night
6 June - 7 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for Children ...
5.4/10 (3 reviews)
"Had to argue with staff for toilet paper and fresh towels. Wet laundry hung in corridor leading to guest rooms and cleaning carts, cleaning supplies in the corridor in plain view also."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Kazakhstan
Dostyk ave 52/2 Almaty
The price is NZ$230 per night from 1 June to 2 June
NZ$230
per night
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
"Reasonable hotel option. Pros: Building nice, rooms clean and comfortable though on the smaller side. Breakfast was terrific. Cons: no gym or fitness centre. Pool wasn't open in May 2026. The Barfly bar requires a 25000 KZT minimum tab for Friday and Saturday nights. Prohibitive if you're a solo ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Almaty Hotel
Kabanbai Batyr str 85 Almaty
The price is NZ$238 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$238
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Almaty Opera House and Nedelka Park are located ...
Hostel O2
273/5 Tole Bi Street Almaty Almaty
The price is NZ$37 per night from 6 June to 7 June
NZ$37
per night
6 June - 7 June
Stay at this hostel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Republican German Drama Theatre and Medeu Skating ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Exceptional property. Very professionally managed indeed. Complimentary towels, slippers and shower soap is provided on arrival. There is also complimentary tea and drinking water. Very good indeed, would recommend 110%"
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Voyage
Nazarbayeva 97/A Almaty
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park and Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Stayed there 6 nights. Comfortable"
Reviewed on 9 July 2021
The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty
Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue Almaty
The price is NZ$1,143 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$1,143
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this luxury hotel in Almaty. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sunkar International Ski Jump Complex and Botanical ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"Great experience and amazing hospitality by the staff. Made my wife and me feel very welcome."
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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.
Other neighbourhoods around Alatau District
Jetysu District
When in Jetysu District, you can plan a visit to MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Auezov District
When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Almaty Central Stadium and MEGA Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Koktem-2 Micro District
While there might not be top attractions in Koktem-2 Micro District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Almaty Central Stadium and Kazakhstan Museum of Arts.
Malaya Stanitsa
While Malaya Stanitsa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House.
Samal-1
While visiting Samal-1, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Kazakhstan and Central State Museum.
Alatau District Travel Guide
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