Hotel Kazakhstan, Soviet-era skyscraper hotel in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Hotel Kazakhstan is a 26-story skyscraper with an elliptical form topped by a distinctive golden crown, rising 129.8 meters high. The building's characteristic outline has shaped Almaty's skyline since it opened.
The building opened in 1977 and became the third tallest structure in Almaty. It was designed to withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 9.0.
The lobby displays a large textile called 'The Rainbow of Kazakhstan' that reflects artistic traditions of the region. You can see this representation of local artistic styles as you enter the building.
The hotel sits on Dostyq Avenue with direct access to Abay metro station and easy connections to other areas. The central location allows guests to walk to many places or find transportation to sites like Medeo and Panfilov Park.
The building received special lighting installations in 2018 that turn it into a glowing landmark in the Almaty skyline at night. This lighting effect completely changes how the tower looks after dark.
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