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 browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Kazakhstan during your trip to Almaty. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Central State Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing 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.
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.
Things to do
Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)
Almaty city tour and Medeu-Shymbulak-Koktobe-Green Bazar
Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car
Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Trip
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 12 Sept 2025
Hotel Kazakhstan
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Almaty Hotel
All good , restaurant closes early
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Uyut Hotel
Very clean rooms, nice breakfast, and helpful staff!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Ibis Almaty Jetisu
Park Hotel Almaty
Other neighbourhoods around Samal-1
Koktem-2 Micro District
While there might not be top attractions in Koktem-2 Micro District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square.
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
While Malaya Stanitsa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Park of Culture and Leisure and MEGA Park.
Bostandyk District
If you're spending some time in Bostandyk District, Almaty Central Stadium and Republic Square are top sights worth seeing.
Jetysu District
When in Jetysu District, you can plan a visit to MEGA Park and Almaty Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Auezov District
When in Auezov District, you can plan a visit to Almaty Central Stadium and MEGA Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
