Samal-1
Almaty
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.
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.
National Museum of Kazakhstan
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Museum of Kazakhstan during your travels in Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Central State Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Central State Museum during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
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.
MEGA Park
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at MEGA Park during your visit to Almaty.
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 September 2025
Hotel Kazakhstan
Do not go to BarFly restarant. It is terrible
Reviewed on 16 January 2026
Royal Park Hotel Almaty
I like it
Reviewed on 18 October 2025
Grand Hotel Tien Shan
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 12 December 2025
Uyut Hotel
Hotel is very clean and cozy. Staff is very nice and helpful, they took really good care of my elderly mother. Special thanks to Galia. And they gave us a bottle of champagne as a New Year gift!
Reviewed on 1 January 2026
Holiday Inn ALMATY by IHG
Rooms were a bit ‘tired’. Bathroom felt like it was pretty old but restaurant was top notch.
Reviewed on 9 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around Samal-1
Koktem-2 Micro District
While Koktem-2 Micro District isn't home to many top sights, Almaty Central Stadium and Kazakhstan Museum of Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.
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
Malaya Stanitsa might not have many top sights, but MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bostandyk District
If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Big Almaty Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Jetysu District
Jetysu District might not have many top sights, but MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Auezov District
While Auezov District isn't home to many top sights, Medeu Skating Rink and Almaty Central Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Samal-1
- National Museum of Kazakhstan
- Central State Museum
- Shymbulak Ski Resort
- Zenkov Cathedral
- Big Almaty Lake
- MEGA Park
- Panfilov Park
- Dostyk Plaza
- Almaty Opera House
- Medeo
- Medeu Stadium
- Almaty Central Stadium
- Almaty Tower
- Almaty Cathedral
- 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park
- Almaty Zoo
- Republic Square
- St Nicholas Cathedral
- Kok Tobe Cable Car
- Colibri
- Medeu Skating Rink
- Kazakhstan Independence Monument
- Presidential Palace
- First President of Kazakhstan Park
- Kazakhstan Museum of Arts
- Aqua Park
- Nedelka Park
- Hippodrome
- Respublika Alanghy
- Casino Zodiak
- Lermontov Russian Drama Theatre
- Gabit Musrepov Kazakh Theatre for Children and Youth
