Marika's Hostel

2.0 star property

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Daily local cuisine breakfast (KZT 500 per person)
Lobby sitting area
Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Baitursynov st. 138, Almaty, A15G8T0
  • Place, Almaty Central Stadium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Republic Square
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Dostyk Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Almaty (ALA-Almaty Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, 3 Twin Beds

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

Premium Shared Dormitory, 3 Twin Beds

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Almaty

Located in Bostandyk District, Marika's Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Kazakhstan Museum of Arts and Kasteev State Museum of Arts. This 8-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Almaty Central Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Republic Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Museum of Kazakhstan - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Presidential Palace - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dostyk Plaza - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Almaly - 9 min drive
  • Almaty Station - 17 min drive
  • Almaty (ALA-Almaty Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Friends Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Uni Hub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Boom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restopark - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Marika's Hostel

Guests of Marika's Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Free local calls are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: KZT 500 for adults and KZT 500 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately KZT 500 for adults and KZT 500 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • If entering the country requires a visa, the property may be able to help you with some of the supporting documents necessary to obtain one. The property may charge for these services even if you cancel your reservation. Any arrangements are exclusively between the property and yourself. For more details, you can contact the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Marika's Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Almaty
Marika's Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Marika's Hostel Almaty
Marika's Hostel Almaty
Marika's Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Marika's Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Almaty

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Marika's Hostel?

Marika's Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Marika's Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Bostandyk District within a short 17-minute walk of Kazakhstan Museum of Arts and also 19 minutes on foot from Kasteev State Museum of Arts. You'll also find Almaty Central Stadium and National Museum of Kazakhstan within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Marika's Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Marika's Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Marika's Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Marika's Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Marika's Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Marika's Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Marika's Hostel offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Marika's Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Marika's Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Marika's Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Marika's Hostel?

The closest major airport to Marika's Hostel is Almaty (ALA-Almaty Intl.), which is 13.2 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Marika's Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms at Marika's Hostel that offer a balcony.

Marika's Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mei Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hostel

The hostel is very clean and tidy. Friendly staff. located in a nice area. highly recommended. I will stay there again if I visit Almaty again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019