Shangri La Al Husn Resort and Spa - 5 Star Deluxe Hotel, Muscat

Shangri-La.s Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, a spectacular resort opened in January 2006 and enjoys a superb location where guests can experience the best that Oman has to offer. Behind the resort is the dramatic backdrop of the rugged interior mountains whilst in front are the spectacular blue waters of the Gulf of Oman and the beautiful 500 metres of private beach.

The resort comprises three hotels: Al Waha (The Oasis), an ideal family vacation getaway, Al Bandar (The Town), in the heart of the resort, and Al Husn (The Castle), an exclusive six-star indulgence. Al Waha, with 262 bedrooms is a perfect leisure destination. Al Bandar in the heart of the resort, offers sumptous restaurants, shopping options, a vast ballroom, and 7 meeting rooms. Al Husn, featurning the richness and warmnet of Arabic design, provides the highest level of discreet, luxurious and elegant hospitality perfect for any discerning traveller.

All guests can enjoy the wide range of leisure facilities on offer within the resort, including 3 fresh water swimming pools, a lazy river connecting the pools of Al Waha and Al Bandar, a children.s pool, 5 tennis courts, fitness centre, the Chi Spa with 12 treatment rooms, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. There is also a children.s club, boat excursions and scuba diving (payable locally), an outdoor amphitheatre, Omani Heritage Village and air-conditioned souk.

For dining, guests are spoilt for choice as 19 restaurants and bars across the resort complex offer sumptuous local and international cuisine. A daily shuttle is also provided to downtown Muscat for shopping and to see the delightful sights of the city

The Al Husn Hotel, an exclusive six-star indulgence, offers our highest level of Shangri-La service, amenities and privileges to the most discerning of travellers. All expansive, richly appointed rooms and suites have direct views of the the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman, with some offering a panorama of the resort and the surrounding coastline. Guests of the Al Husn Hotel enjoy exclusive dining, bar and beach areas and available butler service (applicable to Suite guests only). Access to the private, secluded Mahhara Beach and Beach Bar is reserved for guests of Al Husn. The 180 rooms and suites at Al Husn are among the largest and most luxurious in Oman, with an inviting decor inspired by royal Arabian palaces, accented by authentic Omani artworks.

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Hotel Notices

Construction Update

Works on Adventure Zone progressing well and are on course to open in mid March. Housed within this facility are exciting drop slides, modular play equipment and themed party rooms.

Effective From 01-Aug-09 and 16-Mar-10

Construction Update

The Al Mazaar retail souk located next to the Omani Heritage Village had a soft opening recently with a selcted number of retail outlets. The remaining outlets will open progressively over the course of next few months.

Effective From 25-Nov-09 and 01-Jun-10

Construction Update

Installation works on the Splash Pad, a new water feature play area are on- going and will continue trough to 26/03/2010 and again from 11 to 30 April 2010. The work involves small size vehicles transporting the necessary materials required for installation. As far as possible the work will cause minimal disruption.

Effective From 29-Nov-09 and 30-Apr-10

Shangri La Al Husn Resort And Spa - Location Detail

Exclusively located on the bay at Barr Al Jissah, Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa nestles against the dramatic backdrop of the rugged interior mountains and the spectacular waters of the Gulf of Oman, offering both the leisure and business traveler a fully integrated destination resort, providing the perfect gateway to discover this historic land of contrasts and culture.

Set in 124 acres of landscaped gardens, this five star resort complex comprises three hotels, with a total of 680 luxurious bedrooms, 19 restaurants and bars, a Chi Spa and three private beaches, along with many other activity options.

Distance to Airport

45 minutes from Seeb International Airport

Points of Interest

Transportation City Shuttle service twice daily to Muttrah Souq and Sabco Shopping centre. Taxis Taxis can be hailed on the street or from various taxi ranks around Muscat. They can also be booked by phone. Buses The resort provides a shuttle bus service to shopping and business areas in Muscat. Car Rental Cars can be hired with a driver or can be rented as a self drive. Limousine Car hire. Drivers need to hold either a UK or International driving license. Traffic drives on the right.