An ancient crossroads of civilisations and cultures, Oman offers intrepid travellers the chance to engage with an Arab country that’s refreshingly humble. Its varied landscapes leave a treat for the eyes, with unspoiled stretches of coastline strewn with white-sand beaches. Mudbrick villages cling to the side of rocky valleys. Soaring mountain ranges are sliced with bottomless canyons, while the great Wahiba Sand Dunes seem to ripple endlessly into the desert. All this is spread across three huge regions. The northernmost is home to Muscat, Oman’s chaotic capital. Here you can find a myriad of old forts, grand mosques and royal palaces – some explorable on foot, others requiring a little more effort to reach. To escape the crowds, take a day trip to Nakhal Fort, a stone-carved citadel found at the foot of the Hajar Mountains. These towering peaks stretch all the way to the United Arab Emirates, hiding riverbed oases and jagged fjords. In the southern region, the palm-fringed beaches of Salalah make for an ideal retreat after the long, dusty journey down the coast. Accommodation options are aplenty here, with a range of hotel resorts and simple guesthouses to choose from in the bigger cities and coastal towns.
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Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,792 reviews
Superb · 1,792 reviews
Located in Muscat, within 5.3 km of Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and 6.3 km of Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Ghala Muscat provides a bar.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews
Superb · 1,053 reviews
Set in Salalah, 3.9 km from Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Salalah International Hotel offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,118 reviews
Superb · 1,118 reviews
Fort Guesthouse نُزل القلعة is located in Muscat, 1.2 km from Old Watch Tower, 5.3 km from Muscat Gate Museum, as well as 5.3 km from Central Business District.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews
Superb · 1,024 reviews
Set in Muscat, 120 km from Al Mouj Beach, Wadi Al Arbeieen Resort offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a garden. Every room includes a patio with a garden view.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,141 reviews
Superb · 1,141 reviews
Situated in Muscat, and directly linked to the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, JW Marriott Hotel Muscat features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,725 reviews
Superb · 1,725 reviews
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.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,216 reviews
Superb · 1,216 reviews
Set within 300 metres of Nizwa Fort in Nizwa, Omani Guest House نزل البيت العماني offers accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. The property has garden and quiet street views.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,481 reviews
Superb · 2,481 reviews
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.
Royal desert camp offers accommodation in Al Raka. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review
Great location out in the desert. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable hosts. Accommodation was really nice, being able to sit on the balcony was really peaceful with great views. Food was also very good. The early evening walk in the desert (which is free) meant being able to see a fantastic desert sunset. Also did the trip to an authentic bedouin camp on the second day which was really interesting and gave a great insight into the culture.
Would highly recommend a stay here at royal desert camp.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Essa camp in Wahiba Sands in Al Raka provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and massage services. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.
Guest review
Very beautiful spot. Well-designed and well-decorated bubble. Issa is an extremely kind and accommodating owner. PERFECT stay! Definitely the best camp in the desert.
Simple good meal and very large quantity !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Sunset Domes Premium features air-conditioned accommodation in Bidiyah. Boasting room service, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel has family rooms.
Guest review
A beautiful camp characterized by tranquility, beautiful and clean rooms, and friendly staff. I also recommend the sunset trip to Da Hilal. It is an unforgettable trip. Thanks to him. He was nice with us. I recommend this camp. Thanks to them. They made us happy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Aurora desert camp wahiba sands is located in Bidiyah. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Guest review
A truly unique experience, one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. A camp consisting of only three rooms. Khalid is a wonderful host. The food is incredibly delicious, the portions are huge, and the Omani hospitality is at its best. The place is breathtakingly beautiful. We were able to watch the sunrise from our room's balcony. If you are looking for peace and tranquility in the desert, I highly recommend this camp.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Sand Camp offers air-conditioned rooms in Bidiyah. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, certain units at the hotel also provide guests with pool view.
Guest review
Nice owner, delicious breakfast. Really wonderful experience. Great safari on dunes with excellent pilot of Toyota Land Cruiser! I felt safe and relaxed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Sunset domes private camp offers accommodation in Al Raka. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel has family rooms.
Guest review
Property was looking like as if u r on mars.
Beautiful dome shaped white tents surrounded by glistening sand on which sunset rays r falling on it.feeling was as if u r in different world.inside very specious room n king sized bed .truly sunset dome.
Staff was excellent.food was delicious.
Having breakfast n dinner in d dining hall was in itself was different experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Set in Al Ḩamrāʼ, 44 km from Nizwa Fort, Alshuruq Stay offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.
Guest review
Everything was superb. Ahmed is a friendly and hospitable host, always available to help with anything. Rooms were big, clean and smelled fresh. Location is great for trips, cheap eateries and supermarkets within a short drive. Fully equipped (incl oil, salt, tea and coffee) shared kitched.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Situated in Far‘, جوهرة الرستاق السياحية Jawharat Al Rustaq Resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, garden, and free WiFi.
Guest review
This hotel is rather a villa which is perfect for families or groups of friends. Playground and self-catering facilities are very good and the owner / staff are more than helpful.
Spectacular surroundings.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews
Starry Domes Desert Camp offers air-conditioned accommodation in Bidiyah. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Each room is equipped with a patio.
Guest review
Domes we're really cool, and surprisingly modern.
location on top of dune for sunrise and sunset
Really good stance from other domes so lots of privacy
Private breakfast
Amazing dinner
Awesome stargazing
Good communication
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
Bidiyah Domes is located in Bidiyah. The hotel has a terrace and a hot tub.
Guest review
We stayed here for 2 days, which still didn't feel like enough! A place you can comfortably spend without leaving - amazing domes as living space and bedroom with built in shower and bath tub. Very comfortable, fully air conditioned and ample space around the fenced place to enjoy barbeque, relaxing under the tent or then sliding down the dune using the sledges provided! There is even a ladder built so it's easier to climb up the dune - very handy! Fully equipped kitchen as well, with every single thing you could require. Probably the best equipped kitchen I've come across! They even have bbq items available if you wish to do a bbq yourself, which we took full advantage of :) The location is easy to reach as well and not so far deep into the desert, so if you need to pop out for supplies you can comfortably do so, as it is just a 5 min drive to the town full of shops.
It is ideal for a couple, however they do provide mattresses and additional pillows that the caretaker can set up for you in the living room dome, so you can go as a family or larger group also.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Situated in Salalah, within 35 km of Wadi Ain Sahalnoot and 36 km of Sultan Qaboos Mosque, نزل كوفان التراثي Koofan Heritage Lodge features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free...
Guest review
Everything was exceptional, very warm place highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Set in Muscat, 120 km from Al Mouj Beach, Wadi Al Arbeieen Resort offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a garden. Every room includes a patio with a garden view.
Guest review
They were so nice because it was our honeymoon they gave us free diner and a big beautiful cake
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews
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