Samal-1 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Zenkov Cathedral
After visiting Zenkov Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
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.
National Museum of Kazakhstan
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Kazakhstan during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Central State Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Central State Museum during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Almaty Central Stadium
Catch an event at Almaty Central Stadium during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Medeo
Catch an event at Medeo during your trip to Almaty. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Activities
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car
Lake Issyk with Turgen (Bear) Waterfall tour
Almaty: Lake Issyk with Turgen Waterfall Small-Group Tour
Our pick of the best Samal-1 Hotel Deals
Grand Hotel Eurasia
Staff was helpful and room was relatively clean and comfortable. The hotel is close to food and stores. The room did not have a window though and the transport from the airport mentioned in the description of the hotel does not exist.
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Hotel Kazakhstan
Lovely hotel. Nice room and nice staff. Excellent amenities.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Uyut Hotel
This was an excellent place to stay if you are a solo traveller and looking for a convenient location and a comfortable bed with breakfast provided. It is clean and friendly.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
Great staff, decent room, beautiful view. Plenty of dining and shopping within walking distance
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Tien Shan
Service was excellent! SPA is highly recommended
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Royal Park Hotel Almaty
I like it
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Samal-1
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 National Museum of Kazakhstan.
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.
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.
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.
Bostandyk District
If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square are top sights worth seeing.
Auezov District
When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Medeu Skating Rink and Almaty Central Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
