Shymbulak Resort Hotel - Almaty
43.128485, 77.082363Overview
Ski resort hotel in the highest mountain park in the world - Guinness World Record recognized
Ski & Adventure
Shymbulak Resort Hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access with 7 ski lifts and 20 kilometers of slopes right at the doorstep. A professional ski and snowboard school provides lessons in multiple languages, with trained instructors available just meters from the hotel. The on-site adventure office organizes hot air balloon rides, buggy trips, zip-lining, and hiking tours beyond the slopes.
Wellness & Pool
The heated outdoor swimming pool with mountain views stays open seasonally and is complemented by a sauna, steam room, and sun loungers. Guests can use the poolside relaxation area and enjoy complimentary tea in the sauna room after skiing. The sauna overlooks the snowy peaks, and the facility includes a separate relaxing room for unwinding.
Dining
The on-site restaurant 'Saray-Bar' serves a varied international menu with both Western and local dishes, including vegetarian options. Breakfast is offered buffet-style during ski season and continental format the rest of the year. Kids' meals, special diet menus, and room service are available throughout the year, with the restaurant staff known to accommodate birthday surprises upon request.
Rooms & Accommodations
Rooms range from private double and twin rooms with balconies overlooking the Medeu Valley or slopes, to dormitory-style beds in 4-bed and 6-bed rooms. Dormitory guests receive a private locker, bathrobe, towel, toiletries, and access to all hotel amenities including the pool and sauna. The 'Super Lux' family apartment offers a two-bedroom layout with a private sauna for larger groups.
Location & Activities
The hotel sits directly inside Shymbulak Ski Resort within Ile-Alatau National Park, a 30-minute drive from Almaty city center. The Medeu ice rink and the gondola station are within walking distance, and an electric taxi service can take guests downhill for 4000 tenge. Nearby attractions include the Medeu ice rink, Ile-Alatau National Park, and Almaty International Airport 30 minutes away.
- Location: Inside Shymbulak Ski Resort in Ile-Alatau National Park, 30 min from Almaty
- Rooms: Private rooms with mountain-view balconies and dormitory beds with private lockers
- Dining: On-site restaurant 'Saray-Bar' with international menu and buffet breakfast
- Wellness: Heated outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, and sun loungers
- Activities: Ski lifts, ski school, hot air balloon rides, buggy trips, zip-lining, hiking
- Family: Family rooms, children's playground, kids' meals, and baby amenities available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
Seasonal outdoor pool
Plunge pool
Heated swimming pool
Children's play area
Children's menu
Cots
Ski equipment hire
Ski school
Ski pass vendor
Ski storage
Sports & Fitness
- Ski school
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Table tennis
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Ski equipment hire
- Laundry
- Ski pass vendor
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Room view
- City view
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- With view
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Shymbulak Resort Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 8162 INR |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 21.4 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 37.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Almaty International, ALA |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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