Grand Hotel Tien-Shan in Akkol’

Featuring an ornate arched facade, this warm boutique hotel is 2 km from Central State Museum of Kazakhstan and 16 km from Almaty International Airport.The relaxed, down-to-earth rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minibars and safes. Casual suites add sitting areas, living rooms, dining tables and/or whirlpool baths. Wi-Fi and room service are available.Amenities include a posh restaurant, a refined cafe and a Chinese eatery, plus a jazzy cigar club. There’s also a spa, an indoor pool, a fitness center and a salon.