Alatau District Travel Guide
Almaty
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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.
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.
Republic Square
You can learn about the history of Almaty with a visit to Republic Square. 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
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.
Top hotels in Alatau District
Hostel O2
"Great place, super clean, quiet, spacious with great guests and professional staff who speak English. Laundry is 500 tenge and there is plenty of space for bicycles. The rooms have AC too. Would recommend 110%"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Kazakhstan
"Rooms are quite old, in a dire need of renovation - stepping into the room felt like stepping into the 1980s. The worst part was the service - front desk staff were rude, and could use some basic training in hospitality."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Almaty Hotel
Uyut Hotel
"The Uyut Hotel was in a very quiet location but easy to walk to restaurants and shops. The breakfast was included and was very extensive."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Grand Hotel Tien Shan
"It is good to be back. Having first stayed here three years ago, I wanted to see if the place still held up, and it is easily just as good as I remembered, if not better. The food remains a massive highlight; the breakfast buffet is excellent, with the fresh salads and desserts being particular standouts. ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Alatau District
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.
Bostandyk District
If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square are top sights worth seeing.
Medeu District
While visiting Medeu District, you might make a stop by sights like Shymbulak Ski Resort and Medeo.
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.
