Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers an appealing blend of old and new, local and global from its seaside position. A landmark in Oman, the 250 renovated guest rooms and suites have expansive windows and private terraces. Their modern design, organic materials and traditional Omani accents invite relaxation. All rooms include a kettle, mini-bar, and a flat-screen TV. Some have a separate seating area. The hotel has three restaurants. Al Khiran Terrace is an all-day dining restaurant overlooking the infinity pool. Beach Pavilion is an elegant beachfront restaurant specialising in seafood. Award-winning China Mood serves authentic Chinese cuisine in a sophisticated setting.

Spread across three levels within an Arabian fort-inspired structure, Al Bustan Palace Spa offers a distinct wellness experience. The beachfront sanctuary draws from Omani culture with treatment rooms, six hammam rooms, and separate ladies and gentlemen’s relaxation areas that feature infrared saunas, ice fountains and steam rooms. It is also home to the sultanate’s first private ladies-only beach. Kids have access to Ritz Kids, where an engaging program takes them on beach and outdoor adventures, including Al Bustan reef snorkelling and to discover the destination through activities designed around local culture and traditions, such as a henna tutorial, Omani culture workshops, and Arabian story-telling.