Nalati, China
Hotel Indigo Nalati by IHG
Nomadic grassland lodge
Nomadic grassland lodge
The lodge translates Kazakh nomadic traditions into modern architecture, centered around a yurt-style hearth that gathers travelers off the steppe.
What it’s good at
Listed
Kazakh nomadic hospitality brings smoked horse sausage and regional wines to the table.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The lobby interprets the grassland's spring thaw, with Narat wildflowers and yurt-inspired gathering spaces that speak the language of nomadic Kazakh life.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The entrance sits three hundred meters from the Nalati Scenic Area, right along the mountain route of the Duku Highway.
The rooms
Standalone soaking tubs sit beside wide windows facing snow-capped peaks, with underfloor heating warming the plateau chill.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated infinity pool sits behind floor-to-ceiling glass, looking out over the open grassland and hills.
The gym
Cardio machines and strength equipment sit before wide picture windows, looking straight toward the mountains.
At the table
Third-floor tables sit beneath timber ceiling beams, serving hand-grabbed mutton and warm baursak pastries beside valley windows.
How it began
Hong Kong studio CCD shaped the interiors around mausym, the Kazakh concept tracing the four seasons of the steppe.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.