Beauty Astana welcomes travelers with an incredible urban landscape, which combines the best traditions of Eastern and European culture. This is a modern metropolis where you can spend several days excitingly.
The Baiterek Monument, the Nur Astana Mosque, the Palace of Peace and Concord, the ethnopark, Water-Green Boulevard, the oceanarium, city parks and embankments await guests from all over the world. Astana hotels will pleasantly surprise you with the level of service and comfort.
Royally
Even the president of Kazakhstan is interested in developing the tourism business. The opening of King Hotel Astana took place with the participation of Nazarbayev in 2009. Today, this complex remains one of the largest in Central Asia.
The number of rooms can accommodate up to 700 people. It offers comfortable rooms: “luxury”, “comfort”, “standard”, “comfort twin” and “prestige”. For a long period, guests can rent apartment-type apartments (cleaning, Wi-Fi and utilities are included in the price).
Pros and cons
The developed infrastructure of the King Hotel (Astana, Valikhanova St., 7) is suitable for both leisure and business trips. Four equipped conference rooms are designed for meetings of any format, and after a fruitful working day it is worth a look at the Royal Spa. Gym and massage will make you forget about fatigue.
Pros:
- price-quality ratio;
- equipment of rooms;
- dinner is included in the price of the reservation;
- spacious rooms;
- polite staff.
Minuses:
- number of rooms requires cosmetic repairs;
- uncomfortable furniture.
The most popular hotels in Astana are located on the left bank, close to attractions, business and shopping centers. King Hotel is located on the right bank, so you will have to spend time on the road every day.
Mukammal
Inexpensive hotels of Astana on the right bank are in demand among budget tourists. Mukammal opened its doors in 2006. This small, cozy hotel is two kilometers from the train station.
35 spacious European-style rooms are available for booking. Mahogany furniture, cosmetics, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, a minibar and a safe - there is everything you need for a comfortable stay.
For a fee, the Mukammal Hotel (Astana, 53/1 Avenue) provides round-the-clock security, concierge services and a shuttle service. A gift shop and luggage storage are available in the lobby. There is also a small spa.
Near the hotel there is the Sports Palace, the Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Russian Drama Theater and other attractions.
“Ramada Plaza”
One of the best hotels on the Right Bank is the Ramada Plaza Hotel (Astana, 47 Abay Avenue). The modern complex was built in 1998, and twelve years later it was completely renovated.
There are four room categories in the housing stock:
- standard double;
- improved standard;
- junior suite.
Even the most modest accommodation option implies the presence of a small recreation area, workplace, air conditioning, iron, minibar, a set of cosmetic accessories, satellite TV, a hairdryer, a safe and a kettle.
There are three restaurants for guests at the Ramada Plaza Hotel Astana. An American-style breakfast is served at Marco Polo Café, Puccini's Restaurant offers a gastronomic trip to Italy, and head to Sultan for traditional Turkish cuisine.
Additional services
Walking distance to guests is Astana city park, Kazakh theater and the market. A trip from the airport takes only 20 minutes.
Hotel Ramada Plaza earned a lot of positive reviews thanks to the Aquarius Club. The reservation price includes access to this modern spa center, which has a large swimming pool, a cozy gym, Turkish hammam and three types of saunas.
The rooms located on the upper floors offer a magnificent panorama of the city. Travelers note genuine hospitality - the hotel staff is ready to fulfill any request.
Tengri
The “Tengri” hotel (Astana, Maylina str. 1A) is distinguished by its convenient location - at the junction of the old and new centers of the capital of Kazakhstan. The building is located next to the parliament, the residence of the president, embassies and the Palace of Peace and Accord.
The room stock offers standard double and single accommodation options, as well as rooms “Junior Suite” and “Suite”. The interior is made in a classic style. It offers guests international calls, Wi-Fi, a minibar, satellite TV and electronic door locks.
For a fee, travelers can use the laundry, bellhop and shuttle services.
Inexpensive hotels of Astana, for example, Tengri, offer banquet rooms for special occasions. The Parasat Hall is designed for 250 guests and is ideal for celebrating weddings, anniversaries and corporate parties. The menu consists of dishes of European and national cuisine.
In addition, on the territory of the hotel there is a Shanyrak restaurant with a unique Kazakh flavor, a lobby bar and an Albion Irish pub with an excellent beer menu.
“Duman”
The list of the best hotels in the capital includes “Duman” (Astana, Korgalzhinsky highway 2a). Travelers are primarily attracted by the infrastructure and location on the Left Bank. Within walking distance is the beach and the Central City Park, as well as the Mega Astana shopping center.
In total, the hotel is equipped with 213 comfortable rooms. Available for booking: standard, one and two bedroom suites, as well as two presidential rooms. Even the most modest accommodation option involves the availability of comfortable single beds, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and toiletries.
Entertainment
“Duman” (Astana) is an ideal option for those who support a healthy lifestyle. There is a club on the territory of the complex, which includes:
- a gym with modern equipment;
- doctor's office;
- 25 meter pool;
- bath complex (hamam, Russian bath and Finnish sauna);
- Spacious halls for various group programs (martial arts, aerobics, yoga, dance classes and strip plastic).
If you came to Kazakhstan for new gastronomic experiences, do not rush to go to the center. Hotel “Duman” will definitely not leave you hungry. Two wonderful restaurants are open here - Tomiris and Sakura. In one of them, in addition to excellent dishes, they offer absolutely free to admire the panorama of Astana from a height of 16 floors.
For evening entertainment it is not at all necessary to look for a suitable place. The hotel has a bowling alley with ten lanes and a small bar with light snacks and drinks. In addition, there are two cozy cinema halls, designed for 120 spectators each.
“Zhumbaktas”
For those who are not going to count money on vacation, the most luxurious hotels in Astana work. Oriental hospitality, high-class service and an interior in the national style promises the guests of Zhumbaktas. The building is located in the administrative center of Astana, near the largest shopping centers, diplomatic town and offices of national companies of Kazakhstan.
The hotel is equipped with 60 luxurious rooms:
- single standard;
- double standard;
- luxury;
- business;
- family;
- wedding;
- presidential apartments.
A mini fridge, a workplace, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a safe, a ventilation system, and cosmetic accessories - they know firsthand about comfort here.
On the second floor is the restaurant “Zhumbaktas”, where in the morning they serve breakfast - a buffet.
For a fee, guests can use the laundry and concierge services, visit the business center or request a shuttle service. Fans of an active lifestyle will certainly appreciate the gym, which is open from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Hilton garden inn
The best traveler ratings were given to Astana hotels belonging to the major Hilton, Marriott and Rixos chains.
Completes our review of hotels in the capital of Kazakhstan, the Hilton Garden Inn, which is in the midst of business life. Near the hotel is the symbol of Astana - the Baiterek monument and other attractions.
Hilton Garden Inn offers three accommodation options:
- Standart room;
- luxury;
- A special room for travelers with disabilities.
The interior is decorated in bright colors. Each room has a comfortable bed, a work area, Wi-Fi, a hairdryer, toiletries, a minibar and coffee and tea making facilities.
As you know, in the rhythm of the metropolis there is practically no place to relax. The hotel has a 24-hour business center, a mini market and a modern fitness center. Hilton is focused on business people - for events of any scale there is a suitable hall. The largest ballroom is designed for 400 guests, business meetings can be held in conference rooms or meeting rooms, and to celebrate the conclusion of the next contract go to the Garden Grill & Bar restaurant.
On a note
No matter how modern and “advanced” the capital may seem, it should be remembered that Astana is primarily an eastern city with its own traditions. For example, during religious holidays, guests should stop drinking alcohol.
For outings and sightseeing, choose your outfit carefully. Sporty style and bright, defiant clothing are a sign of bad taste.
Urban residents are not punctual, because of this the start of business meetings and even large events is often delayed.
Smoking is allowed in Astana, and there are special places in shopping centers, cafes and restaurants. When checking into a hotel, if necessary, it is worth separately voicing a wish for a non-smoking room.
Local drivers often do not follow the rules of the road, so even when moving in the right place, be careful.