Almaty is going to host a UEFA Champions League match, part of one of the most remarkable football tournaments in the world. The nearest match is scheduled for Sept. 30, with Real Madrid playing against FC Kairat at Central Stadium, just a 10-minute walk from Baikonur metro station. The city has no shortage of accommodation options near the venue, so Kursiv.media has compiled a list for different budgets.
Five-star hotels
InterContinental Almaty. The hotel is a 30-minute walk from the stadium, located in the city center near popular landmarks, including the Kazakhstan Independence Monument and the Central State Museum. The venue also boasts views of the Tian Shan Mountains. The rating on Booking.com is 8.6, with visitors highlighting the spa, breakfast and suitability for business travelers. Other facilities include an indoor swimming pool and a gym. Notably, the Backstreet Boys stayed here during their concert tour in Kazakhstan.
InterContinental Almaty offers rooms and suites both with breakfast included and at an extra charge. Depending on dates, reservations may include free cancellation and the option to pay at check-in.
Rixos Almaty. Also about a 30-minute walk from Central Stadium, the hotel offers a spa, two restaurants and garden views. However, its main attraction is a spacious spa center covering 2,200 square meters, featuring a gym, saunas and massage services.
Most room options include breakfast and unlimited spa access, but free cancellation might not be available. The property also requires payment before arrival.
Four-star hotels
Regardal Hotel. One of its biggest advantages is location — almost directly across from the stadium, just a 7-minute walk away. The hotel features a spa and mountain views from higher floors. Another standout feature: parts of the stadium are visible from several corridor windows on higher floors.
Room options include breakfast. Depending on dates, guests may pay either in advance or on-site.
Astana International Hotel. This hotel is also very close to Central Stadium — about a 5-minute walk. Travelers on Booking.com praise the breakfast quality, staff politeness and convenient location, noting it as a great option for short stays.
Several room options include breakfast and free cancellation. Depending on dates and rates, on-site payment may also be available.
Three-star hotels
Renion Zyliha Hotel. With a Booking.com score of 8.4, the hotel is about a 9-minute walk from Central Stadium. Guests praise its location near the metro station and the spacious rooms.
The property offers a restaurant, breakfast-included options and an airport shuttle. According to Booking.com, free cancellation and payment on-site are available.
Holiday Inn Express. Located a bit farther than other listed hotels — about an 18-minute walk — it is still in the city center, near Baikonur metro station. Holiday Inn Express offers mountain views from rooms and is close to landmarks such as the Kazakhstan Independence Monument.
Room options include breakfast, free cancellation and payment on-site.
Hostels
ART Hostel. With a 7.3 rating on Booking.com, travelers highlight its location and curtains that provide a sense of privacy. The hostel is set in a residential building, 17 minutes on foot from the stadium and 10 minutes from Baikonur metro station.
Conveniences include free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Free cancellation and on-site payment are also available. The hostel offers one bunk bed in an 8-bed mixed dormitory.
The Best Almaty Hostel – Masanchi. Rated 8.4 on Booking.com, guests praise the staff and free laundry. It is a 14-minute walk from the stadium and 7 minutes from Baikonur metro station. The Kazakhstan Independence Monument and Abay Opera House are also within walking distance. Amenities also include free Wi-Fi.
A notable advantage of this hostel is the availability of separate male and female dormitories. Free cancellation and on-site payment are available.
