Chon-Kemin Valley · Kyrgyzstan
Kemin
Guest House
A family home at the foot of the Tian Shan mountains —
homemade food, panoramic views, authentic Kyrgyz warmth.
Our story
A family home
open to the world
In 2017, Aziz had a vision: to share the breathtaking beauty of Chon-Kemin Valley with travellers from around the world. The whole family embraced the idea — and Kemin Guest House was born.
Our guesthouse sits right at the foot of the Tian Shan mountains. From every room, you hear the sound of the spring river and see an unbroken panorama of peaks. This is not a city hotel — it is a family home that happens to welcome guests.
Managed by Meerim, our team of cooks, cleaners, and guides will do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and at home. Languages spoken: English, Russian, Turkish.
9.2
Booking.com rating
57+
Guest reviews
7
Years of hospitality
Accommodation
Rooms & rates
All rooms feature mountain or garden views, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and the warmth of a family home. Breakfast included.
Single Room
Wake up to an unbroken mountain panorama through your large window. The Single Room is a quiet, comfortable space with a private bathroom, warm parquet floors, and everything you need for a restorative stay in Chon-Kemin.
Twin Room
Our Twin Room is the favourite among couples and friends travelling together. At 19 m², it feels open and airy — parquet floors catch the morning light, two comfortable single beds give everyone their own space, and the full mountain panorama from every window is unforgettable.
Triple Room with Mountain View
The Triple Room combines a single bed and a double bed, giving families the flexibility they need. Every window frames the Tian Shan peaks, and the private bathroom ensures everyone has the space they deserve after a day of hiking, horse riding, or exploring the valley.
Exceptional breakfast · Free cancellation · No prepayment needed
Restaurant · Kemin
Food made with love
Our on-site restaurant serves local and Asian cuisine from breakfast through dinner. Everything is prepared fresh, on-site, by our family team.
Breakfast
08:00 – 10:00Every morning begins with a generous spread prepared fresh by our kitchen team. Expect a full English/Irish breakfast alongside local Kyrgyz specialties — warm samsa, fresh dairy, seasonal fruits, pancakes, and homemade jams from the garden.
Included with every room
Lunch
Available on requestTraditional Kyrgyz cuisine prepared fresh from locally sourced ingredients. Our cooks make everything on-site — fragrant lagman noodle soup, steamed manti dumplings, golden plov rice, crispy samsa, and fresh salads. A real taste of the mountains.
Priced separately
Dinner
18:00 – 21:00As the sun dips behind the Tian Shan peaks, gather in our dining room for a leisurely homemade dinner. The atmosphere is warm, the portions are generous, and the mountain views through the windows make every meal feel like a special occasion.
Priced separatelyDietary options
Let us know your requirements when booking and our kitchen will accommodate you.
Things to do
Activities & experiences
Chon-Kemin Valley is one of Kyrgyzstan's most beautiful mountain areas. We organise unforgettable experiences right from the guesthouse.
🐴Horse Riding
The most authentic way to experience Chon-Kemin Valley. Our experienced local guides lead you along mountain trails, through meadows of wildflowers, across rivers, and up to viewpoints that reveal the full scale of the Tian Shan range. Suitable for beginners and experienced riders.
From $25 per person
🫓Boorsok Show
Join our family in the kitchen to learn how to make boorsok — the traditional Kyrgyz fried bread that has been a staple of nomadic life for centuries. You knead, shape, and fry the dough yourself, then eat what you make. A hands-on favourite, especially for children.
$10 per person
⛺Yurt Experience
The yurt is the beating heart of Kyrgyz culture — a portable home that has sheltered nomadic families across Central Asia for over a thousand years. Visit or spend time in our traditional yurt, learn the meaning behind every pattern and structural element, and understand the philosophy of a life close to nature.
From $15 per person
🎵Folk & Culture Show
As night falls over Chon-Kemin, local artists perform a vibrant programme of traditional Kyrgyz music, dance, and an eagle-hunting demonstration. The komuz (traditional string instrument) fills the air, dancers perform in embroidered costumes, and an eagle handler shows the ancient art of hunting with birds of prey.
$20 per person
🏇Horse Games
Kyrgyz horse games are one of the most spectacular expressions of the nomadic tradition. Watch skilled riders compete in kok-boru (a traditional team sport), ulak tartysh, and other ancient equestrian games. The skill, speed, and horsemanship on display is breathtaking.
$15 per person
🥾Hiking
The Chon-Kemin Valley offers hiking trails for every level — from gentle river walks through poplar and spruce forests to challenging high-altitude ridge hikes with panoramic views of the Tian Shan. The valley rises from 1,400 m to over 2,800 m, giving you a wide range of terrain and ecosystems to explore.
Free (self-guided) · Guided tours available
Guest reviews
What guests say
Superb
Based on 57 reviews · Booking.com
“By far the best accommodation we stayed at in all of Kyrgyzstan. The house is located in a remote area, surrounded by breathtaking untouched nature, beautiful meadows, and horses roaming freely around. The property itself is beautifully maintained.”
🇨🇿 Michal
Czech Republic · Booking.com
“Clean and good breakfast. Also had a small kitchenette area. The staff were incredibly warm and helpful — nothing was too much trouble. The mountain views from our room were absolutely stunning.”
🇦🇺 Joanne
Australia · Booking.com
“Super clean throughout the accommodation. Rooms are large with picturesque views. Food prepared fresh onsite and delicious. Staff very helpful and friendly. Easy access on sealed roads. Very quiet rural area. We highly recommend!”
🇦🇺 Stephen
Australia · Booking.com
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Get in touch
Find us
We're in Tar-Suu village in Chon-Kemin Valley — about 148 km east of Bishkek. The guesthouse is right at the foot of the mountains, on a sealed road.
Address
Tar-Suu village, Aliev str 1a, Chon-Kemin Valley, Kyrgyzstan
GPS: 42.70906, 76.064
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 14:00 – 22:00
Check-out: 07:00 – 11:00
Please notify arrival time in advance