| this polished hotel is a 9 minute walk from both the ascension cathedral and the popular abay opera house. there's also event space and a cigar lounge, plus a chic cafe and a beauty salon. complimentary breakfast is served in an elegant european restaurant. other amenities include a spa area with a gym. featuring warm decor, the stately rooms and suites offer flat screen tvs, free wi fi, minifridges and safes. room service is available. upgraded rooms add sitting areas and bathtubs, while airy suites include whirlpool tubs and living rooms with chandeliers
Almaty International Airport 27 min
First President park (15 min)
Viewing & seating area & a semicircular colonnade in an urban park for gatherings and events. Almaty Zoo (12 min)
Zoo opened in 1937, featuring mammals, birds & reptiles in their natural habitats. Kok Tobe (26 min)
Landmark mountain offering a cable car line with city views, playground, roller coaster & eateries. Nur.kz (8 min) Almaty Central Mosque (10 min)
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret. Park 28 Panfilovtsev (9 min)
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings. Ile-Alatau National Park (32 min)
Created in 1996, this 200-hectare park features alpine meadows, forest, glaciers, lakes & more. Republic Palace (10 min)
Palace, concert, architecture, and history Zenkov's Cathedral (8 min)
This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907. Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan (13 min)
Large museum with diverse collection of art & cultural artifacts exploring history of Kazakhstan. Nylon Pool (16 min)
Coral reef, snorkeling, and adventure Shymbulak (42 min)
Picturesque ski resort with over 7 mi. of trails, numerous restaurants & year-round activities. Central Park (11 min)
Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals. Medeo (31 min)
Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey. A. Kasteev Art Museum (7 min)
Art museum with a vast array of paintings & sculptures, from the 16th century to recent works. | 
