Title: Marika's Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&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) - 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) - Marika's Hostel (Almaty)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36720000/36713900/36713849/73bac642.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) ![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) - 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 WiFi - Breakfast available - Laundry - Room service - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36713849&PinnedHotelID=36713849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options 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)](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 drapes/curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds - City view ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only) ![Shared Dormitory (4 Beds, Men Only or Women Only)](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 drapes/curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds - City view ### View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, 3 Twin Beds ![Blackout drapes, 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 Twin Beds ### Highlights Blackout drapes/curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Beds - City view ### View all photos for Premium Shared Dormitory, 3 Twin Beds ![Blackout drapes, 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 Twin Beds ### Highlights Blackout drapes/curtains Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Beds - City view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlmaty-Hotels-Marikas-Hostel.h36713849.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlmaty-Hotels-Marikas-Hostel.h36713849.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Bostandyk District, a neighborhood in Almaty, is home to Marika's Hostel. Colibri and Dostyk Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nedelka Park and 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Almaty Central Stadium or Hippodrome. [Visit our Almaty travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Almaty.dx354) [View more Hostels in Almaty](https://www.expedia.ca/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 \- 1.3 km - Republic Square 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Kazakhstan Independence Monument 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - National Museum of Kazakhstan 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Dostyk Plaza 3 min drive \- 2.0 km ### 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 - Restopark 4 min walk - La Coppola 5 min walk - Gaucho Kitchen 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 premises, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Marika's Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi. 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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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately KZT 500 for adults and 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 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 ### 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 reach out to the property via 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? ### 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.ca/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 Oct 22, 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 > [Hotels with Free Breakfast in Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Beach-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Breakfast.0-0-d8833-tHotelswithFreeBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Golf Hotels in Champagne](https://www.expedia.ca/Champagne-Hotels-Golf-Hotel.0-0-d6046407-tGolfHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Comfort Hotel Astana](https://www.expedia.ca/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Astana.h16776932.Hotel-Information) > > [Queens Village Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nakuru-Hotels-QUEENS-VILLAGE-HOTEL.h50725955.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Aurora](https://www.expedia.ca/Almaty-Hotels-Hotel-Aurora.h45436510.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn Cobourg](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Cobourg.h2119.Hotel-Information) > > [Keremet Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Almaty-Hotels-Keremet-Hotel.h21521392.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Aguilera](https://www.expedia.ca/Aguilera-Hotels.d6357063.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Grand Mildom Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Almaty-Hotels-Grand-Mildom-Hotel.h90493655.Hotel-Information) > > [Swissôtel Wellness Resort Alatau Almaty](https://www.expedia.ca/Almaty-Hotels-Swissotel-Wellness-Resort-Alatau-Almaty.h71039818.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Sunshine Coast Regional District](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sunshine-Coast-Regional-District-Spa-Hotel.0-0-d6095019-tSpaHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [The Astra Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Chiang-Mai-Hotels-The-Astra-Suites.h30328771.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Jaboticabal](https://www.expedia.ca/Ribeirao-Preto-Hotels-Ibis-Jaboticabal.h4944626.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Headingley](https://www.expedia.ca/Headingley-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6145346-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Radisson Hotel, Astana](https://www.expedia.ca/Nur-Sultan-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel.h1604256.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Chester](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d5931-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Ontario (ONT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ont/vancouver-to-ontario) > > [Flights from Weeze (NRN) to Luton (LTN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/nrn/ltn/weeze-to-london) > > [Flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Nassau (NAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/nas/edmonton-to-nassau) > > [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.ca/Lufthansa-Flights.cLH.Travel-Guide-Airlines) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Niagara-Falls.d6023515.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Goulds](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Goulds.d3000384119.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### General > [Visit Old Town Naxos](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-Town-Naxos.dx6320768) > > [Visit Mount Eden](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Mount-Eden.dx179321) > > [Visit Sea Cliff](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Sea-Cliff.dx553248635976480844)