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, 2,074 reviews
Superb · 2,074 reviews
Located in Muscat, within 4.7 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, 1,100 reviews
Superb · 1,100 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, 1,060 reviews
Superb · 1,060 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, 1,351 reviews
Superb · 1,351 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, 1,767 reviews
Superb · 1,767 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, 1,217 reviews
Superb · 1,217 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, 2,514 reviews
Superb · 2,514 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.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,078 reviews
Superb · 1,078 reviews
Perched dramatically on a clifftop overlooking the Gulf of Oman, Al Husn Hotel Muscat is an exclusive adults-focused retreat welcoming guests aged 16 and above.
Alsaif camp in Bidiyah features 4-star accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge.
Guest review
Alsaif camp was probably one of the best accommodations I’ve ever stayed at and I travel quite frequently. The villas are beautiful and the value for money is excellent. You get a private swimming pool, good AC, a spacious room with a large TV, and in-room dining and breakfast (for an additional fee). After the dinner, the owner took us to a campfire in the dunes behind the accommodation where he explained us the history of Oman while serving us tea and stargazing. Simply unforgettable. We also purchased a sunrise tour and we were picked up at 5:50 am sharp.
Another big plus is the location. The villas are right at the edge of the village — literally where the road ends and the desert begins — so we could drive there with our regular car and park right in front of the villa. No need for a 4x4 or expensive transfers like I’ve seen in some other places.
I’m so happy we chose this place. The team was super responsive on WhatsApp whenever we needed anything. Can’t recommend it enough!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews
Aurora desert camp is located in Bidiyah. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Guest review
Our stay at Aurora Desert Camp was absolutely unforgettable. The camp was very clean, beautifully maintained, and ideally located, offering a perfect desert experience.
A special thanks to the host Khalid, whose warmth and hospitality truly made our stay stand out. He went above and beyond to accommodate my wife’s birthday, making it incredibly special. Celebrating New Year’s Eve at the camp was magical — Khalid arranged a cozy campfire and fireworks, creating memories we will cherish forever.
The food was excellent, freshly prepared and delicious. What impressed us the most was how personally involved Khalid was — he personally took guests to all the activities around the area, ensuring everyone felt comfortable and well taken care of.
Khalid’s genuine kindness, attention to detail, and welcoming nature made us feel more like family than guests. We highly recommend Aurora Desert Camp to anyone looking for an authentic, comfortable, and memorable desert stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Royal desert camp offers accommodation in Al Raka. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. A halal breakfast is available at the hotel.
Guest review
Clean and friendly staff, the night sky was incredible! We could see the whole milkyway! Wow! Great location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 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, 155 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
The camp is very nice. The location in the middle of desert. Bader was an excellent host. He took us in a nice experience crossing the sand and rode camels. The breakfast was delicious and we ordered dinner and his mother cooked it and it was very delicious. The atmosphere in the camp is family and comfortable. The room is clean and comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 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
Good location, very clean and friendly / accommodating staff
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
The camp there are absolutely new facilities, so that to was quite comfortable stay in this camp.
Also need to point out that in the dinner the Beef Mishkak (Arabic BBQ) was very tasty, and enjoyed to have a dinner.
In addition, I appreciate Mr. Hilal for good arrange of the activities, such as camel riding and 4wheel buggy riding.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Bidiyah Domes is located in Bidiyah. The hotel has a terrace and a hot tub.
Guest review
Its an awesome hotel to stay at, it was not only the facilities, that were clean, comfortable and modern but also it was the whole experience and atmosphere, also the hospitality and kindness of the owner was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 47 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, 914 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
Our stay at Sunset Domes Premium was the highlight of our trip. We truly enjoyed our time. Being there felt like a refreshing break from the outside world. The room was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was warm and cozy. Most importantly, our host Ali was wonderful and really embodied the true Omani spirit. We highly recommend it.
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