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.
Things to do
Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar
Shared Almaty Day Tour to Kolsai Lake by Coach
1 Day Tour to Kolsay Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon
Top hotels in Samal-1
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 Sep 12, 2025
Hotel Kazakhstan
Do not go to BarFly restarant. It is terrible
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Royal Park Hotel Almaty
I like it
Reviewed on Oct 18, 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 Jan 1, 2026
Grand Hotel Tien Shan
Good breakfast
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
The Dostyk Hotel
hospitality
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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.
