InterContinental Almaty is located within a 7-minute walk from the Presidential Palace in Almaty's Republic Square. Kok tobe Mountain is a 20-minute drive, and Chimbulak Ski Resort is about 14 miles away.   This 11-story hotel features elegant rooms with modern facilities, including a minibar, a TV with satellite channels, a microwave, a kitchen area, and a music system.   A buffet breakfast is available every morning. Guests can choose from an international buffet at the elegant Asian Café and French cuisine at the Belvedere Grill Room's rooftop terrace. Turkish specialties are served at the Bosphorus Restaurant.   The Ankara Spa includes an indoor swimming pool, Turkish bath, and massage treatments. Guests enjoy a fully equipped gym and tennis court.