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About this property
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 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jacob
United States“View is great. Location is great. Historical place” - Shengjian
China“The hotel has a Russian style and a very good location. The breakfast is rich, especially thanks to the girl at the front desk who provided me with great help.” - Baisakhi
India“The front desk staff was extremely helpful and very good at English speaking . The location is superb and very close to many city attractions.” - Chuchai
Thailand“Location is excellent. Bed sheet is excellent too. Breakfast is ok. A lot of varieties of food to choose. It is good value for 3 stars hotel.” - Alexis
Switzerland“Very well situated, room with balcony and fridge 24 hours front desk” - Gaini
Kazakhstan“Приятная девушка на ресепшен, расположение отеля идеальное, рядом парк, Арбат, цум, прекрасный вид на горы, вкусные завтраки” - Vrhovnik
Slovenia“Zelo ugodna lokacija ob parku in v centru mesta. Soba je imela razgled na park in gore. Odličen samopostrežni zajtrk. Možnost naročila zajtrka take awey, pri zgodnejšem odhodu iz hotela.” - Natalia
Russia“Месторасположение отличное! Завтрак прекрасный, большой выбор блюд, наличие фруктов и сладостей к чаю.” - Doğan
Turkey“Konumu almaty nin tam kalbinde. Panfilov parkının karşısında , Metro ya 3 4 dk mesafesi var. Tipik USSR Hoteli, ben çok ama çok beğendim. Kesinlikle tekrar gelirsem kalmak isteyeceğim türde tarihten derin izler taşıyan bir otel. Kesinlikle benim...” - Tatjana
Germany“Sehr zentral, gut ausreichend Frühstück Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, Wir kommen bestimmt wieder”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Отрар
- CuisineRussian • Local • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • 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
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
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 tableAdditional charge
Media & Technology
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree 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 serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Soundproof
- 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
- SaunaAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
- Russian
House rules
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.
The fine print
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.
