Ust-Kamenogorsk Hotel

The hotel sits in the city center, but it feels like a Soviet-era building under renovation, with a bathroom in awful condition—there's a hole in the wall patched with pine foam, and you can see another room through a crack. I went for breakfast and asked if the sausage was halal; the woman at the buffet replied in a haughty tone, “I can’t say for sure,” and then asked me if I wanted to find out. I ended up eating buckwheat with salad. Unfortunately, I sensed a strong sense of nationalism.

Улкия·4 bulan lalu

It was convenient, just about 500 m from the bustling street.

Toshinori·4 bulan lalu

The reception was typical Soviet style, spacious, and the small rooms were functional with a bed, desk, and TV. The soundproofing was good. I managed to get a kettle (Tchaïnik), but I worry there might only be one. The bathroom was clean and worked well, though a bit dated. The price at check‑in was wrong—there was an unintentional omission of a 10 % discount. The rates were a bit high for the services, and the city seems to lack competition. There were no shutters, just curtains, so it got warm, and the sunrise at about 4 a.m. in summer (especially if you’re on the opposite side of the street) woke me up.

Bernard·4 bulan lalu

“Few Qualms Given the Price”

Considering the prices in Oskemen, this old Soviet hotel—currently being fully renovated—offered a fair rate once you factor in the typical 20 % commission the hotel pays to the booking platform. Breakfast was very simple: tea or instant coffee, a bread roll and pastry, an egg, and some pasta and doctors sausage, all included. The location was good enough, the staff friendly, and I personally liked the traditional décor. The room was basic, but the bathroom had been newly renovated. Towels, soap, and shampoo were provided. Everything matched the price, and I have few complaints.

Jonohal·4 bulan lalu

I’ve stayed here before; it’s budget‑friendly and close to work. This time, however, I was terribly disappointed. The hotel could have warned me that renovations were underway. The TV and internet didn’t work. The housekeeping staff didn’t leave shampoo, soap, or toilet paper. The room had no phone, so I had to go down to the reception to request anything. By 8:30 a.m. at breakfast, nothing but porridge was offered. Overall, I didn’t expect luxury service from this place, but this time it was too much.

Irina·5 bulan lalu