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Just a 5 minute walk from Zhibek Zholy Metro Station, this hotel in central Almaty offers a sauna, billiards room and a free gym. Elegant rooms feature free Wi-Fi and views of the Zailiski Alatau Mountains. Rooms at the Otrar are classically decorated and come complete with a minibar, satellite TV and air conditioning. Each one also includes a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Kazak and European cuisine are offered in the spacious restaurant, where a daily breakfast buffet is also provided. The stylish lobby bar serves drinks and snacks throughout the day, and a variety of beers are available in the basement bar. The Otrar is located right across from the historic Ascension Cathedral, 2nd tallest wooden building in the world. A large number of shopping opportunities, restaurant and cafés are within a 10 minute walk and Almaty City Zoo is also just 20 minutes away by foot.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Almaty, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.3
Facilities
6.0
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.3
Value for money
5.9
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
6.6
Low score for Almaty
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Отрар
    • Cuisine
      Russian • Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Otrar

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Balcony
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Child safety socket covers
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Steam room
  • Public Bath
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Russian

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Otrar of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Otrar

  • Otrar has 1 restaurant:

    • Отрар

  • Otrar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Pool table
    • Steam room
    • Public Bath
    • Nightclub/DJ

  • The prices at Otrar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Otrar is 2,950 feet from the center of Almaty. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Otrar include:

    • Single
    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family

  • Check-in at Otrar is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.