Beachfront hotels in Muscat

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Muscat. I hope you will like it!

• 1 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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• 2 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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• 3 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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• 4 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 Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 90 OMR.

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• 5 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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• 6 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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• 7 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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• 8 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. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 99 OMR.

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• 9 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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• 10 Al Qurum Resort Muscat, Oman

  

  Resort. This boutique resort on Qurum beachfront offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony and views of Muscat or Arabian Gulf. An LCD TV and safe are available in all of Al Qurum’s hotel rooms. Each is equipped with a minibar, tea/coffee facilities and a private bathroom. There are also a few souvenir shops and a business centre. The inhouse night club, Route 66 offers musical events daily till late night. Al Qurum is located 15 km from Seeb Airport. It is set nearby the shopping area of Jawahrat Al Shatti Complex. Free parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 6.1, rooms from around 25 OMR.

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• 11 Crowne Plaza Muscat, an IHG Hotel Muscat, Oman

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the Gulf of Oman, Crowne Plaza Muscat features a private bay, a sauna, and 2 outdoor pools. It offers free WiFi in all areas, a fitness centre and spacious, air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. All rooms are equipped with a minibar, work desk, tea/coffee maker, and a private bathroom with bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer. Rooms at Crowne Plaza enjoy views over the sea or the landscaped gardens. Guests can relax by the pool area and benefit from the tennis and squash courts. Various massages and facial treatments are also available. Arabian, Italian and international dishes are served at the hotel’s 4 restaurants. Guests can enjoy drinks and cocktails at the pool bar or the English pub Duke’s Bar. Hotel Crowne Plaza Muscat is a 5-minute drive from the shopping area of Qurum and a 20-minute drive from Muscat International Airport. A free shuttle to Grand Mosque, Muttrah Souk and city Centre are available twice daily. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 63 OMR.

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• 12 Muscat Hills Resort Muscat, Oman

  

  Resort. Situated within the idyllic private bay of Al Jissah, Muscat Hills Resort offers 35 rustic barasti style, air-conditioned huts on the beach, along with its very own, fully equipped dive centre. The property gives guests the opportunity to experience a stay without televisions and telephones. Unparalleled in the Middle-East, the resort is home to an exclusive beach club, all nestled within its own secluded, private beach. Benefit from WiFi throughout the resort. Reminiscent of a modern Mediterranean beach club with white décor and minimalist finishings throughout. It has barasti style air conditioned huts on the beach with open air bathrooms and private terrace. The resort offers a stunning Mediterranean restaurant, serving a wide-range of Mediterranean dishes including with selected authentic Arabic cuisine and fresh seafood directly from the sea. Additionally, there is a beach bar with shisha lounge. The resort offers an onsite pool and a children’s pool, in addition, schedules trips for Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling to specially selected spots can be offered straight from the resort by its own operating Dive Centre. The property hosts a live DJ every Friday and Saturday afternoon and an international DJ on the last Friday evening of every month. Muscat Hills Resort is situated 45 km from Muscat International Airport in the secluded and calm waters of Al Jissah Bay. Local sites include: the friendly fishing town of Qantab - 5 minutes (the next bay over), Bandar Khiran: 15 minutes (by boat), Mutrah souq (one of the oldest in the world): 20 minutes sea view drive away and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque: 30 minutes. Free parking is available at the property. Show full description Guest review score 7.4, rooms from around 85 OMR.

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• 13 Behlys Boutique Muscat, Oman

  

  Guest house. Located in Muscat, 7.2 km from Oman Avenues Mall, Behlys Boutique provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house features family rooms. Complete with a private bathroom, all units at the guest house are equipped with air conditioning, and selected rooms include a seating area. A continental breakfast is available daily at Behlys Boutique. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. You can play darts at Behlys Boutique, and the area is popular for cycling. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is 7.3 km from the guest house, while Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre is 8.3 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 8 km from Behlys Boutique. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 45 OMR.

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• 14 Al Ferdous Hotel Apartments Muscat, Oman

  

  Aparthotel. Just a 5-minute drive from Grand Mall, Al Ferdous Hotel Apartments occupies a beachfront location in Muscat. It offers warmly decorated apartments with free Wi-Fi. Ironing and laundry services can be arranged upon request. All units at Al Ferdous are fitted with dark wooden furnishings and leather sofas. Each one offers a living room with a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette complete with a dining table. Facilities include a microwave and a minibar. Seeb Airport is a 10-minute drive from Al Ferdous Apartments. An airport shuttle is available upon request. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 16 OMR.

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• 15 Fort Guesthouse نُزل القلعة Muscat, Oman

  

  Guest house. Located in Muscat, 3.4 km from Muscat Gate Museum, Fort Guesthouse نُزل القلعة provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 100 metres from Old Watch Tower. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Selected rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a stovetop. All guest rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. The National Museum of Oman is 4 km from the guest house, while Central Business District is 7.1 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 34 km from Fort Guesthouse نُزل القلعة. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 25 OMR.

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• 16 Lana Villa Muscat, Oman

  

  Guest house. Occupying a beachfront location, Lanavilla is a contemporary guesthouse villa situated in Muscat. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and serves breakfast buffet every morning. Muscat City Centre is a 5 km away. Fitted with parquet floors, the air-conditioned room features a modern décor. It offers a small seating area and an en-suite bathroom with shower. Guests can prepare their meals in the shared kitchen. A number of malls and restaurants are located within a short driving distance from Lanavilla. Muscat International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Free private parking is possible on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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• 17 Sifah Beach front TownHouse deux Muscat, Oman

  

  Apartment. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Sifah Beach front TownHouse deux is located in Muscat. Set 46 km from Central Business District, the property offers an outdoor swimming pool and free private parking. The apartment with a terrace and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Staff speak Arabic and English at the reception. A bicycle rental service and a private beach area are offered at the apartment. The National Museum of Oman is 47 km from Sifah Beach front TownHouse deux, while Muscat Gate Museum is 48 km from the property. The nearest airport is Muscat International, 73 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 60 OMR.

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• 18 Stylish Apartment with a Jacuzzi (Park&Pool View) Muscat, Oman

  

  Apartment. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Stylish Apartment with a Jacuzzi (Park&Pool View) provides accommodation in Muscat with free WiFi and mountain views. Located on the beachfront, this property features a restaurant, a bar and water sports facilities. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hot tub. Free private parking is available at the apartment. Stylish Apartment with a Jacuzzi (Park&Pool View) offers a hot tub. The accommodation conveniently has both a private beach area and a children's playground. The National Museum of Oman is 13 km from Stylish Apartment with a Jacuzzi (Park&Pool View), while Central Business District is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International, 44 km from the apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.8, rooms from around 55 OMR.

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• 19 Sifa Getaway Muscat, Oman

  

  Apartment. Situated in Muscat, just 500 metres from Al Sifah Beach, Sifa Getaway features beachfront accommodation with a garden, a restaurant, a bar and free WiFi. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Central Business District is 45 km from the apartment, while The National Museum of Oman is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 71 km from Sifa Getaway. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 94 OMR.

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• 20 Beach front Le Bon villa Muscat, Oman

  

  Villa. Featuring sea views, Beach front Le Bon villa provides accommodation with a garden, a bar and a private beach area, around 42 km from Central Business District. The air-conditioned accommodation is a few steps from Al Sifah Beach, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. This villa comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms equipped with a shower. Guests at the villa can enjoy a halal breakfast. At Beach front Le Bon villa guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. The National Museum of Oman is 43 km from the accommodation, while Muscat Gate Museum is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 69 km from Beach front Le Bon villa. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 53 OMR.

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• 21 Royal sifa Muscat, Oman

  

  Apartment. Boasting garden views, Royal sifa features accommodation with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar, around 600 metres from Al Sifah Beach. This apartment has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. This air-conditioned apartment has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The accommodation is fitted with a kitchen. A private beach area is available on site. Central Business District is 45 km from the apartment, while The National Museum of Oman is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 72 km from Royal sifa. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around 68 OMR.

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• 22 The Blue Gate Muscat, Oman

  

  Holiday home. Situated in Muscat, 2.2 km from Al Bustan Beach and 6.3 km from The National Museum of Oman, The Blue Gate features accommodation with free WiFi and access to a garden with a terrace. Muscat Gate Museum is 7.4 km from the holiday home, while Central Business District is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Muscat International Airport, 41 km from The Blue Gate. Show full description Guest review score 7.2, rooms from around 40 OMR.

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