Luxury hotels in Muscat

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Muscat. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Fraser Suites Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Set in Muscat, 2.6 km from Oman Avenues Mall, Fraser Suites Muscat offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, room service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. The units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. Fraser Suites Muscat offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. The accommodation offers a children's playground. There is a kids' club for the children and guests can make use of the business centre. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 4.4 km from Fraser Suites Muscat, while Royal Opera House Muscat is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 15 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 39 OMR.

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• 2 Jumeirah Muscat Bay Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Nestled between mountains and sea, Jumeirah Muscat Bay offers true tranquility and a great sense of escaping the everyday. A sublime place to disconnect and indulge in relaxing days on the beach, adventurous hikes in the mountains or blissful moments diving in the Arabian Sea. While set in the secluded cove of Bandar Jissah between the Al Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman, this exclusive resort is just 15 minutes south of Muscat city centre and 40 minutes from Seeb International Airport and an ideal spot to also discover Muscat’s rich cultural heritage. Explorers of all ages can venture out to discover several historical and archeological sights that shape Oman’s unique history and culture. Remains of ancient villages, old sea ports, modern souks or the Royal Opera House are just a few of the highlights in easy reach. Watching the sun rise over the sparkling sea from the ocean view rooms, taking walks in the soft warm sand and diving into the blue, refreshing sea is the perfect sense of rejuvenation. The celebrated Talise Spa concept has guests continue down this path to well-being through perfectly tailored treatments. The world-renowned experts at Bastien Gonzalez’ Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio will leave you walking on clouds for the rest of your stay. The more adventurous can challenge themselves on numerous hikes up the Hajar mountain range and be rewarded with breathtaking views and relaxation in lush Wadis. Sport addicts can train their endurance outdoors on extensive bike rides, scenic runs or long swims, the ambitious will find a range of competitions from 10k races to the renowned Oman Desert Marathon or the ultimate endurance test Iron Man. Family fun is guaranteed when venturing out to snorkel amidst turtles, taking a boat trip along the stunning coast in search of Dolphins, discovering historic villages or simply enjoying the many activities in our Kids Club or one our fine sand beach. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 180 OMR.

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• 3 Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Resort. Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat is located in a unique destination in Muscat– the capital of Sultanate of Oman. The resort is surrounded by the pristine waters of the Gulf of Oman in the Bay of Barr Al Jissah against a dramatic mountainous backdrop. Al Husn - meaning the Castle - has 180 guestrooms and is an exclusive adults only hotel with its own private beach. The rooms are amongst the largest and most luxurious in Oman, with an inviting décor inspired by royal Arabian palaces and accented by authentic Omani artworks. Guests can enjoy access to the private a 100-meter beach, as well as enjoy daily buffet breakfast, mini-bar, daily afternoon tea and aperitif hour, all with compliments. Located only 45 minutes from Muscat International airport and 20 minutes from Muscat city - the resort is perfect for business and leisure guests. Airport transfer is arranged by the hotel upon request. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 162 OMR.

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• 4 Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel Muscat, Oman

  

  Resort. Set against the Al Hajar mountains overlooking the Sea of Oman, this 5-star luxury resort offers a unique palace experience, showcasing the art of Omani hospitality. Located on a 1-km long private beachfront – the longest in Muscat - Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, features 250 newly renovated rooms and suites. Al Bustan Palace Spa by The Ritz-Carlton offers a variety of spa treatments with 17 spacious treatment rooms and a ladies-only member area including a private beach. All rooms include an electric kettle, a mini-bar, and a flat screen TV. Some rooms include a separate seating area. Kids have access to Ritz Kids, an engaging program for children of all ages to take part in various beach and outdoor adventures, including Al Bustan reef snorkeling, table tennis, beach soccer, or arts and crafts. The program also invites children to discover our destination with several activities designed to discover the local culture and traditions, such as a henna tutorial, Omani culture workshops, Arabian tales story-telling or a hotel tour to meet the palace’s famous coffee man. Al Bustan Palace features 3 restaurants, serving a variety of international cuisines. Al Khiran Terrace is an all-day dining restaurant overlooking the infinity pool and the sea of Oman. Beach Pavilion restaurant is an elegant beachfront specialty restaurant serving the freshest fish and seafood. Award-winning China Mood restaurant features authentic Chinese cuisine in a sophisticated, yet comfortable, setting. Guests can also relax with a cocktail by the pool at BLU Bar or a uniquely flavored tea with a modern twist at The Atrium Tea Lounge. Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Downtown Muscat and Al Alam Palace are a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Car rental can be arranged by the 24-hour staff. Free private parking is available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 185 OMR.

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• 5 Kempinski Hotel Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Nestled within the coastline community of Al Mouj and ‘the new heart of Muscat’, the five-star hotel will be an unparalleled luxury destination in Oman’s captivating capital. Comprising 310 rooms and suites which all have a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a bath and free toiletries, certain rooms at Kempinski Hotel Muscat also have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe. Kempinski Hotel Muscat will also offer state-of-the- art meeting facilities, world-class restaurants and bars, private bowling and entertainment centre, a fully equipped fitness centre and an authentic spa experience. A dedicated events centre perfect for meetings, conferences, weddings and events is located in the striking diamond-shaped Muscat Ballroom – a 1,100 sq m pillarless ballroom with a private entrance accommodating up to 800 guests and 11 separate function rooms. Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre is 9 km from Kempinski Hotel Muscat, while Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 13 km from the property. Muscat International Airport is 5 km away. Awards: - World Travel Awards Middle East: Oman’s Leading Beach Resort - Business Traveller Awards Middle East & Africa: Best Business Hotel in Muscat - Prix Versailles: Special Prize Interior, Hotels category, Africa and West Asia Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 90 OMR.

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• 6 W Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Set in Shatti Al Qurum Beach Area in Muscat, W Muscat features an outdoor swimming pool. All the rooms come with air conditioning and a flat screen TV with satellite channels. While some rooms boast sea views and others garden views, all rooms come with an electric kettle and coffee machine. The rooms are complete with a private bathroom with free toiletries, a bathrobe, two outdoor swimming pools and hair dryer. W Muscat boasts six dining facilities, including CHAR that specializes in grilling and Ba Ban, a Chinese restaurant. Other facilities in the property include a ballroom and six meeting rooms with the latest audio-visual equipment. For sports and recreation, guests can make use of the fitness center that is open 24 hours a day and the tennis court. Additionally, spa amenities consist of 10 treatment rooms and a beauty salon. W Muscat is situated a 15-minute drive from the Old Souq, Mattrah Corniche and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Muscat Old Town, Ruwi is a 20-minute drive from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 92 OMR.

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• 7 InterContinental Muscat, an IHG Hotel Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. With direct access to sandy beaches, InterContinental Muscat offers lush gardens with a free form pool. Its 900-m² Palm Beach Club includes a gym, hot tubs, saunas and plunge pool. The air-conditioned rooms all have a private balcony with mountain or sea views. They come furnished with a seating corner and a work desk. A satellite TV, minibar and coffeemaker are standard amenities. Guests can enjoy Hawaiian, Tahitian and Polynesian dishes in tropical surroundings at Trader Vic’s. Free Wi-Fi is available at The Muscat InterContinental's 5 restaurants. The Muscat InterContinental features two floodlit tennis courts and a range of health and beauty treatments are offered at the extensive spa. At the Palm Beach Club guests can also make use of a steam room and fitness centre. On the grounds of the resort there is a children’s playground and extensive gardens leading directly to the beach. Located in Muscat’s lofty diplomatic district, this InterContinental is a 15-minute drive from Seeb International Airport. Sultan Qaboos Mosque is a 5-minute drive away. Free private parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 66 OMR.

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• 8 The Chedi Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. This 5-star beachfront resort in Muscat is a 15-minute drive from Muscat International Airport. It has a spa with massage services, swimming pools. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. The air-conditioned rooms at The Chedi Muscat have a flat-screen TV, a private espresso machine and a spacious work desk. Some rooms have a seating area. The Chedi Muscat also features 6 restaurants where guests can enjoy Arabic, Asian, International and fusion cuisine. The restaurants have indoor and outdoor dining areas. The Chedi Muscat’s spa offers an extensive variety of beauty rituals based on the holistic principles of aromatherapy, Ayurveda and herbalism. Free parking is available on-site. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 170 OMR.

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• 9 Radisson Collection Muscat, Hormuz Grand Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. The Radisson Collection Hotel, Hormuz Grand Muscat: the treasure of the Gulf. Set where east meets west, a new kind of luxury rich in culture overlooking the Muscat mountains exceeds the expectations of the modern traveller. The iconic design is characterised by rolling landscapes, celebrating the influences of western and eastern culture. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Start your journey at The Hub with the delicious in-house bakery or with a buffet breakfast at the Straits, the international cuisine restaurant, that can also serves lunch and dinner. Dine exquisitely on Northern Indian cuisine at Qureshi Bab-Al-Hind. Blending classic glamour with the elegance of Manhattan’s modern eateries, OMNY restaurant brings contemporary brasserie culture to Muscat. The swimming pool and the tennis court offer guests a tranquil escape from modern living. Experience true indulgence from Thailand with the relaxation of Hormuz Spa. Enjoy the splendour and exquisite backdrop of the Zaiba ballroom for impressive events and an uncompromising selection of boardrooms catering to your every need. The hotel is ideally located 11km to Muscat International Airport or to Muscat Hills Golf Course. It is also just 10 minutes drive from Muscat City Center, one of the best shopping malls in Muscat. An airport shuttle is available upon request. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 45 OMR.

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• 10 Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Resort. Nestled against the dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains and pristine waters of the Gulf of Oman, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa consists of two hotels, Al Bandar and Al Waha. All guests have full access to facilities available across Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. Guest can enjoy free WiFi throughout the resort Al Waha hotel, with a minimum room size of 32 sqm each is the ideal getaway for families. Guests enjoy a balcony or patio facing the sea or pool. Al Bandar hotel offers rooms with a minimum of 38 sqm of space, a balcony or terrace with views of the garden, sea or pools. Guests have access to a total of 19 bars and restaurants across the resort. There are seven main restaurants, two all-day dining outlets, two pool bars, two lobby lounges, six cafes and bars. Bait Al Bahr is the seafood restaurant with splendid terrace views of the sea; BAB Lounge is hotel’s seaside rooftop bar; and Capri Court is contemporary Italian restaurant. Guests have access to two additional restaurants, Shahrazad and Sultanah, in the adjacent Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa. The resort offers 500-metre beach, six swimming pools supervised by lifeguards and 550-metre Lazy River floating between the two hotels' main swimming pools. Thrilling watersports activities hydro-sport jet packing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, clear-bottom kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and so much more. CHI, The Spa features some of the largest and most luxurious private spa suites and villas in Oman, all within a secluded setting among lush gardens. The ecofriendly hotel also hosts Turtle Ranger programme that protects and nurtures new hatch-lings and turtle nests. Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Muscat City Centre Mall can be reached by car in 25 minutes. Central Muscat is a 15-minute drive away. Tours of nearby historic sites, desert safaris and boat excursions can be arranged. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire resort. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 99 OMR.

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• 11 Grand Millennium Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. The Grand Millennium Hotel features 328 rooms, suites and luxury apartments. with their modern design complementing the values of the contemporary Arabian culture, in a smoking and alcohol free environment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Some units feature views of the mountains or city. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The hotel features a Crystal Ballroom for up to 900 guests, 8 meeting rooms, roof top family swimming pool and a separate ladies pool as well as all-day dining Taybat restaurant. Guests can play tennis on top of the hotel or spend the day and evening at the secluded beach of Al Jissah Bay, located 25 minutes away by car. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 15 km from Grand Millennium Muscat. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 44 OMR.

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• 12 Sheraton Oman Hotel Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Located in Muscat, 9 km from Old Watch Tower, Sheraton Oman Hotel features a bar and views of the city. Among the facilities of this property are 4 restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property features an outdoor pool, fitness centre, Spa and garden. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a bath, a hair dryer and a desk. At the hotel each room is fitted with a private bathroom with a bidet. Sheraton Oman Hotel offers a buffet or Full Continental breakfast. Spa and wellness facilities including a spa centre, a hot tub and a sauna are at guests' disposal during their stay at the accommodation. Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre is 30 km from Sheraton Oman Hotel, while Qurum Natural Park is 9 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International, 32 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 29 OMR.

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• 13 Grand Hyatt Muscat Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Located directly on sandy Al Qurm Beach, the Grand Hyatt provides spacious rooms with balconies offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Oman. Some rooms have views of the Hajar Mountains. The air-conditioned rooms at Grand Hyatt feature bright décors and are equipped with spacious bathrooms. Bathrobes and slippers are provided for guests’ convenience. Grand Hyatt has 4 in-house restaurants. Dining options range from authentic Arabic cuisine at the Mokha Café to grilled fare at the rooftop restaurant overlooking the Gulf of Oman. Traditional Arabic coffees and teas can be tasted in the Sirj Tea Lounge. Guests can enjoy piano music and drinks in the JBB Place. Omani silver, watches, and perfumes can be purchased at Grand Hyatt’s on-site shopping centre. Shopping is also possible in Shatti Al Qurm’s commercial district located just 8 km away. At Grand Hyatt’s beauty centre, guests are welcome to schedule treatments like massages and manicures. Relaxing in the temperature-controlled pool is also possible. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 60 OMR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!