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Experience world-class service at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
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.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Muscat
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Chaimaa
Italy
“I had a truly fantastic experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make sure I felt welcome and comfortable. Everyone was incredibly kind and helpful, but I want to give a special mention to the young...”
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Sahir
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was suberb. Attention to detail from the staff is what sets it apart from the rest”
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Peter
Germany
“Beautiful located and hotel was beautiful. The breakfast buffet was amazing. The pool facilities were nice and beautiful with all the palm trees. Staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Sonia
Oman
“Was nice, not many people around. Lagoon room pools were lovely and loads of different birds coming over for a drink of water and a bath.”
Craig
Australia
“Most amazing hotel ever seen! It is fabulous! Ocean clean n warm safe to swim beautiful pools and beaches grounds rooms 5 ⭐!!!! Breakfast 🍳 top 10!”
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Markus
Germany
“excellent location, top class cuisine, extremly friendly staff, very nice rooms”
Alexandre
France
“The lagoon access from the room was highly appreciated, offering convenient swimming opportunities at any time. The beach access was enjoyable and ideal for playing in the sand with children.
The restaurant and buffet were excellent, providing...”
Zoran
Croatia
“In the 80's in Time Magazine Al Bustan Palace published beautiful ad and since then I wanted to visit this place. During my recent first visit to Oman I knew that I must stay at Al Bustan Palace. This place is everything I Imagined long time ago...”
Martyna
Poland
“Beautiful palace with amazing facilities - restaurants, spa, pools, sport center. Such an amazing location between the mountains and the Golf of Oman - real paradise.”
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Marco
Switzerland
“fantastic location - excellent services - amazing people - great experience”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
AL KHIRAN KITCHEN
Cuisine
International
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
Dietary options
Halal
House rules
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 15 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 30 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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