Muscat , Oman
NEED TO KNOW
- The Al Husn is at the heart of the Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa
- All rooms and suites have direct views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman
- Al Husn does not cater for children under the age of 18 years
- Dining options include Sultanah, a stylish restaurant with a luxury cruise theme, and Shahrazad, the only authentic Moroccan restaurant in Muscat
- CHI, The Spa, is the largest and most luxuriously appointed spa in the Sultanate of Oman
- We recommend the Deluxe Sea view rooms with their direct views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman
THE HOTEL
Al Husn (which translates as The Castle) is the most exclusive retreat of the three hotels comprising Al Jissah Resort & Spa. For instance, guests at the Al Husn hotel enjoy exclusive dining and beach areas and available butler service, as well as exclusive access to Mahhara Beach Bar, on the private, 100-metre beach.
Set around a central courtyard with palms and fountains, its 170 rooms and suites are among the largest and most luxurious in Oman, with a warm décor inspired by royal Arabian palaces and accented by authentic Omani artworks. All offer direct views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman, with some enjoying a panorama of the resort and the surrounding coastline.
The resort has three expansive, cooled swimming pools and a lazy river. Other facilities include a health club, tennis courts and a water sports centre
Enjoy daily complimentary pre-dinner cocktails and canapés service, if you stay in a suite you can enjoy drinks in your room.
Oman's climate differs from one area to another. It is hot and humid in the coastal areas in the summer between May and August, while it is hot and dry in the interior with the exception of the higher mountains, which enjoy a moderate climate round the year. The climate is best from September through to April.
Muscat (British Airways - daily: Oman Air - daily)
7 hrs 50 minutes direct
GMT +4 hours
Required - obtainable in advance or on arrival
No mandatory vaccinations