Almaty

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Dorm beds in Almaty, Kazakhstan range from $5 to $19/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 26 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 2, Aug 3, Aug 4.

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Hostel prices in Almaty, Kazakhstan

A typical dorm night in Almaty runs about $5.

Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $5/night) and July the most expensive (from $7/night).

Hostels we track in Almaty

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Local knowledge for Almaty

Where to stay

Most budget hostels cluster within a few blocks of Zhibek Zholy, the pedestrian street cutting through Almaly district. That puts you walking distance from the Green Bazaar and on the metro at Almaly station for the rest of the city.

Getting around

  • The ground-floor stalls at the Green Bazaar (corner of Zhibek Zholy and Baibatyr) serve somsa and tea for well under a dollar. Go before 9am before it gets crowded and hot.
  • Kok-Tobe hill is walkable via the road up from Dostyk Avenue in 30-40 minutes, which skips the cable car fee entirely. The view is the same.
  • Baraholka, the sprawling wholesale market on the city's western edge, is hard to navigate without a local and mostly sells bulk goods. The central bazaars are easier, and prices on everyday items are not meaningfully higher.

When to go

April through May and September through October are the easiest months to find beds and lower prices. July and August book up for mountain hiking season, and December through January sees another crunch from skiers heading to Shymbulak.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Almaty cost per night?

Dorm beds in Almaty currently range from $5 to $19/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Almaty?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Almaty are August 2, August 3, August 4.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Almaty?

HostelHawk currently tracks 26 hostels in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Almaty?

Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Almaty, with dorm beds from $5/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Almaty?

Most budget hostels cluster within a few blocks of Zhibek Zholy, the pedestrian street cutting through Almaly district. That puts you walking distance from the Green Bazaar and on the metro at Almaly station for the rest of the city.

What is the best time of year to visit Almaty?

April through May and September through October are the easiest months to find beds and lower prices. July and August book up for mountain hiking season, and December through January sees another crunch from skiers heading to Shymbulak.