Winter
Dec–MarCentral Asia's ski season
9.2· Booking.com30+ verified stays
Karakol · Issyk-Kul · Kyrgyzstan
Sleep close to the stars in Karakol.
Direct booking. Real hosts. Four seasons of wild.
2,600 mStarlinkSki-in-ski-outHeated floors
“Top-notch place. Alps-like standards in Karakol.”
Also bookable on Booking.com and Airbnb.·From $150 / night
What you're staying in
A two-floor sanctuary at 2,600 metres.
Two bedrooms, a terrace over the kitchen, and the kind of quiet that resets you in two nights.
2 bedrooms
A four-season chalet
Powder in winter. Wildflowers in spring. Falcons and horses in summer. Gold larches and hot springs in autumn.
NowSpring
Apr–MayWildflowers, waterfalls, calm before the rush
Summer
Jun–AugTrekking, horseback, swimming in Issyk-Kul
Autumn
Sep–NovGolden larches, apple harvest, hot springs without crowds
Karakol, around you
What you actually do here.
A short, honest list — the things our guests come back for.
Ski Karakol
Powder lines, larch forest, lift queues you can count on one hand.
5 min drive
Horseback in summer
Half-day rides into Jeti-Ögüz canyons or up the alpine pastures behind us.
starts at the door
Köl-Tör Lake hike
A clear-water turquoise lake reached on a one-day spruce-forest trail.
1 hr drive · day hike
Altyn-Arashan hot springs
Wild riverside hot baths, 3,000 m up. The classic Karakol day out.
1 hr drive · day or overnight
Jeti-Ögüz red rocks
Sandstone giants, a broken-heart cliff, and a quiet valley of yurts.
40 min drive
Alt AI Hub Karakol
The first AI center in Kyrgyzstan — Silicon Valley energy at 1,700 m.
15 min drive
Without trying
Falcons over the ridge. Horses on the meadow. The Milky Way over the terrace.
What guests say
Our guests — from Booking.com, Airbnb, and direct stays.
9.2 on Booking.com30 reviews
The chalet offers a stunning view and has everything guests might need. It’s cozy, beautifully equipped with a full kitchen, and even includes an infrared sauna — perfect for chilly evenings. The bedding is very comfortable, and the owner and assistant are extremely helpful and responsive via WhatsApp. Payment was made remotely through PayPal, very convenient.
Восхитительное по красоте место. Домик очень теплый, спальные места удобные. Есть все необходимое
Vue incroyable. Vous êtes quasi seuls au milieu du parc. La vue depuis la maison est impressionnante. Le lever de soleil est sublime et nous avons aussi profité d’observer les étoiles. Pensez à bien fermer les portes, de petits voleurs à fourrure pourraient attaquer vos provisions.
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What to do in Karakol
A short list, hand-picked by us. Tap any spot to open it in Google Maps.
Holy Trinity Cathedral
A 19th-century Russian Orthodox cathedral built of dark wood, still active. A quiet pause in central Karakol.
15 min from chalet
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Karakol History Museum
Artefacts, photos and stories of the Issyk-Kul region. A good first stop to anchor where you are.
15 min from chalet
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Karakol Ski Base
Central Asia's flagship ski resort — 20 km of pistes, 800 m vertical, full rental on site. Season: December to March.
15 min from chalet
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Khan Tengri Tours
The local outfit running expeditions to Khan Tengri and treks across the Tian Shan. If you came for the mountains, start here.
15 min from chalet
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Altyn Arashan
A high-altitude valley with natural hot springs at 2,600 m. The drive in is half the adventure — 4×4 or horseback, 1.5–2 hours from the chalet.
30 min from chalet
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Jeti-Ögüz
Red sandstone "Seven Bulls" cliffs and the Broken Heart valley. An easy walk in summer, photogenic in every season.
30 min from chalet
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Lake Issyk-Kul (Bosteri beach)
The world's second-largest alpine lake, unfrozen even in winter. The Bosteri beach is 30 minutes along the south shore from the chalet.
30 min from chalet
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Przewalski Memorial Museum
Monument and museum to the Russian geographer on the shore of Issyk-Kul. The park and lake views are worth the visit alone.
20 min from chalet
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Dungan Mosque
A wooden mosque built in 1910 without a single nail. One of Karakol's signature architectural sights.
10 min from chalet
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Where we are
A few minutes from Karakol Ski Base. Down the road from Altyn-Arashan and Jeti-Ögüz. 6 hours from Bishkek; 30 minutes from the Issyk-Kul shore.
722207 Karakol, Issyk-Kul Region, Kyrgyzstan
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How does booking work?
Pick dates and leave your contact — we confirm by WhatsApp within an hour. Pay on arrival in cash or by card. You can also reach us through Booking.com or Airbnb if that's where you found us.
Are children welcome?
Absolutely. Cribs and high chairs available; the chalet is a safe enclosed property.
What about food?
The kitchen is fully equipped, with a stove, oven, espresso, and full cookware. Karakol's grocery stores and restaurants are minutes away by car.
Can I rent ski equipment nearby?
Yes — Karakol Ski Base has a full rental shop, and there are two more in town. We can introduce you to a shop that delivers.
Can I visit Alt AI Hub Karakol?
Yes. The Hub welcomes visitors by appointment — tell us in WhatsApp and we'll arrange a tour.