InterContinental Almaty stands on Zheltoksan Street in the central Bostandyk district, close to the monuments, museums and wide avenues that define the heart of the city. With 277 rooms in a range of categories, it is one of the larger full-service hotels in Almaty, and it has the facilities to match: an indoor pool with a separate children's pool, a spa with massage and facial treatments, a health club with fitness classes, two outdoor tennis courts, a basketball court and a playground. It is a natural choice for families and for travelers who want a resort-style base in the middle of the city rather than a compact boutique. The hotel also has a conference center, a business center, a hair salon and 24-hour room service, so it works equally well for business trips and for leisure.
Location and getting around
Republic Square, the Independence Monument and the National Museum of Kazakhstan are each about a nine-minute walk away, which makes the first day of sightseeing easy. Dostyk Plaza is a longer walk or a short ride, and taxis and ride-hailing apps cover the rest, including Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, the Green Bazaar and the Kok-Tobe cable car. The airport is roughly half an hour by road in light traffic, and the hotel can arrange a transfer on request for a fee.
Rooms, dining and extras
Rooms are spacious and well equipped, with a choice of room types up to suites for those who want more space. Dining includes the Asian Cafe, the Atrium Lounge and Bar, the Sunset Efes Beer Garden and a tennis-side bar and restaurant, so you can eat in without leaving the property after a long excursion day. Parking and WiFi are free. In the ski season the hotel offers a shuttle, ski passes and equipment rental, which is a real convenience when Shymbulak is the plan for the day.
Good to know
Check-in is in the afternoon and check-out around noon, so ask about early arrival or luggage storage if your flight lands at dawn. Breakfast is available for a fee unless your rate includes it. Request a higher floor for mountain views when the air is clear, and ask about the schedule for the spa and pool, since hours can change.
The size of the hotel means it can feel busy during conferences and events, so book early for peak periods. Overall it is a dependable, comfortable pick for first-timers who want facilities and a central position. Families in particular will appreciate the children's pool, the playground and the room to spread out, and business travelers can use the meeting spaces without leaving the building.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool and children's pool
- ✓Spa and massage treatments
- ✓Health club with fitness classes
- ✓Outdoor tennis courts
- ✓Four restaurants and bars
- ✓Ski shuttle and equipment rental
- ✓Free parking and WiFi
- ✓24-hour room service
Good questions
Where is InterContinental Almaty?+
At 181 Zheltoksan Street in central Almaty, about a nine-minute walk from Republic Square and the Independence Monument.
Does it have a pool and spa?+
Yes. There is an indoor pool, a children's pool, a spa with massage and facial treatments and a health club.
Can the hotel help with skiing?+
Yes. It offers a ski shuttle, ski passes and equipment rental for the Shymbulak area.
