Sanatorium 'Kazakhstan' to reopen on Issyk-Kul shore

The "Kazakhstan" sanatorium, a well-known health resort on the shores of Kyrgyzstan's Issyk-Kul Lake, is being revitalized and is scheduled to reopen as a five-star facility in November 2026.

The sanatorium, originally opened in 1962, is undergoing a comprehensive redevelopment on its nearly 17.5-hectare site. The new complex will be a modern, multi-profile medical and wellness center, operating year-round and capable of accommodating up to 180 guests simultaneously. The updated infrastructure includes a main building, cottages, a medical wing, a sports and recreation complex, indoor and outdoor pools, sports grounds, cycling paths, restaurants, cafes, conference halls, and cinemas.

Guests will have access to a range of medical rehabilitation programs, including mud therapy, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, and acupuncture. The natural healing factors of the Issyk-Kul climate, along with mineral water from the Karakol Lake, will remain key components of the therapeutic offerings.

Beyond its healthcare and recreational facilities, the project places significant emphasis on local employment. Approximately 260 jobs are expected to be created upon the sanatorium's launch, with a strong intention to hire primarily from the local population. "We want the sanatorium to become not only a place of rest but also a point of growth for the region," said sanatorium director Ernaz Omarkhanov. "We are already focusing on local specialists and residents of nearby settlements. The sanatorium will operate year-round, and we are ready to welcome guests and create conditions for the development of tourism on Issyk-Kul."

The renovated sanatorium anticipates attracting tourists from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and other countries in the region, aiming to enhance Issyk-Kul's status as a premier tourist destination.

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We want the sanatorium to become not only a place of rest but also a point of growth for the region. Already now, we are focusing on local specialists and residents of nearby settlements. The sanatorium will operate year-round, and we are ready to welcome guests and create conditions for the development of tourism on Issyk-Kul.