Title: Marika's Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36713849&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Marika's Hostel Travelers find a welcoming home base at this charming hostel in Bostandyk District, where local flavors and helpful multilingual staff enhance every stay. ## Photo gallery for Marika's Hostel ![Daily local cuisine breakfast (KZT 500 per person) - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/33a7aef4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/16155cd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/73bac642.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/00a27b3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/14386b4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Marika's Hostel, in Bostandyk District, offers a genuine retreat. Guests enjoy local breakfast options before exploring. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the helpful multilingual staff share insider tips. After adventures, the lobby TV provides a relaxing spot to unwind. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Laundry room - Room service - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 15 - Feb 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 16 - Feb 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) ![Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/73bac642.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (6 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) ### Highlights Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) ![Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/1550d9c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) ### Highlights Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 1 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, 3 Single Beds ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/0e005125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Shared Dormitory, 3 Single Beds ### Highlights Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Premium Shared Dormitory, 3 Single Beds ![Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/0e005125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Shared Dormitory, 3 Single Beds ### Highlights Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Almaty travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Almaty.dx354) [View more Hostels in Almaty](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Almaty-Hostels.d354-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.23278%2C76.93310&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3EUSl5O83sOdY6Pl9O6jDg-6d7c=) Baitursynov st. 138, Almaty, A15G8T0 ### 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 - Dostyk Plaza 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Almaty Opera House 3 min drive \- 1.5 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 Hostel located in Bostandyk District Marika's Hostel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Marika's Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site 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 - Smoke-free property ## 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 accommodation ## 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately KZT 500 for adults and from KZT 500 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention If you require a visa to enter the country, your property may be able to help with the supporting documents needed to obtain one. To learn more, you can contact the property using the contact details included on your booking confirmation. The property may charge for this assistance, even if you end up cancelling your reservation. All arrangements are solely between the property and yourself. ### 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 Marika's Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Marika's Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Marika's Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Marika's Hostel? ### Where is Marika's Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Marika's Hostel Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mei Kei 22 Oct 2019 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. ##### Mei Kei Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Athaya Ubud](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ubud-Hotels-Amatara-Athaya-Ubud.h18375443.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Hereford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hereford-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d4656-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Biarritz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pays-Basque-Airport-Hotels.0-aBIQ-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Sapphire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Almaty-Hotels-Grand-Sapphire-Hotel-Almaty.h10453971.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Cumbria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Cumbria-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6046194-tSpaHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hilton Astana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-Hilton-Astana.h19194582.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Astana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Astana.h7394518.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Astana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h17272585.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dufton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dufton-Hotels.d3000011670.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Cheras Leisure Mall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheras-Leisure-Mall-Hotels.0-l553248635822418137-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Luxury Hotels in Panama Canal Zone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Panama-Canal-Zone-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6222968-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Salisbury - YMCA of Hong Kong](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kowloon-Hotels-The-Salisbury-YMCA-Of-Hong-Kong.h182994.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel, Astana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel.h1604256.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Hounslow (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/syd/lhr/sydney-to-london) > > [Turkish Airlines Karachi (KHI) to Hounslow (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/turkish-airlines-from-jinnah-intl-to-heathrow/tk/khi/lhr) > > [Flights from Corballis (DUB) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dub/lax/dublin-to-los-angeles) ### Activities > [Things to do in Arrecife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Arrecife.d603045.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [South America](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/6023117/South-America) ---