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, 2,354 reviews
Superb · 2,354 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, 1,058 reviews
Superb · 1,058 reviews
Fort Guesthouse نُزل القلعة is located in Muscat, 1.2 km from Old Watch Tower, 5.3 km from Muscat Gate Museum, as well as 5.3 km from Central Business District.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
Superb · 1,071 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, 1,510 reviews
Superb · 1,510 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, 1,781 reviews
Superb · 1,781 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, 1,159 reviews
Superb · 1,159 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, 2,507 reviews
Superb · 2,507 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.
Aurora desert camp is located in Bidiyah. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Guest review
Perfect location – only 3 accommodation units with a breathtaking view of the dunes, no light pollution and no camps nearby. Excellent dinner and a perfect host, Khalid who is a super charismatic guy who will do absolutely everything to make his guests happy.
There’s no need to keep searching for other camps, this one is a dream come true. Aurora Desert Camp, thank you for everything ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Alsaif camp in Bidiyah features 4-star accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge.
Guest review
Had a wonderful time at Al Said Camp in Al Badiyah, Oman.
The location is stunning and the camp is comfortable and welcoming. Yassir was truly helpful and kind and his excellent hospitality made the trip memorable.
Highly recommend for an authentic desert experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 836 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
We enjoyed the stay so much, such a special place!!
The host was the very best representative for the friendly Omani people. He took us for sightseeing to some beautiful stops to get the views of this old and genuin town, told us about the culture, served us tea and cakes on our little picninc. This was the most special day to remember from our trip to Oman!
We loved the rooms, clean and beautiful, very good beds, you have very nice seating areas outside the rooms, barbeque and kitchen to share with orher guests, playground for children and even landryroom if you need washing your clothes.
Wish we had planned more days here!
Absolutely want to come back for a longer stay!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
فندق الحزم الرستاق is located in Ḩazm. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms.
Guest review
I had an absolutely wonderful stay at the hotel! The service was impeccable, the staff were warm and attentive, and the rooms were spotlessly clean and incredibly comfortable. The amenities exceeded my expectations, and the location was perfect—close to everything. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Sand Camp Oman 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
Sand Camp is like a home away from home in the desert. Badr and the staff make you feel like you are guests in their home and not customers in a resort. They manage all issues and queries personally. The breakfast and dinner options were amazing and good value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 28 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
We had an unforgettable stay at Starry Domes in Bidiyah, Oman. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, especially Hameed and Ahmed, who made our experience even more special. The views of the stars (Milky Way) and surrounding nature were absolutely breathtaking. It’s the perfect place to disconnect and enjoy a raw, primal connection with the desert. The food was delicious and authentic. The rooms were surprisingly spacious and spotless, you’d never guess it’s actually a tent! Dune bashing was a thrilling highlight. If you don't have a 4x4 you can drive in the dessert,, transport to the camp can easily be arranged from the meeting. The peaceful atmosphere is ideal for couples looking to relax and unwind. We felt completely at ease and taken care of. My wife and I will cherish this memory forever. Highly recommended! This is our first ever 10 out of 10 experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews
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 is located in a beautiful location among the dunes, about 10 minutes from civilization. My family and I had a 4x4 vehicle, so the owner came to wait for us at the edge of the desert and accompanied us to the accommodation. Before starting the drive through the sand, he let down our tires and at the end took us to the workshop to have them refilled (2 OMR). If your vehicle is not suitable for driving through the desert, you will be charged extra for the ride to the accommodation.
The house was clean and very beautiful. Water, coffee and fresh fruit were waiting for us in the dining room. We were given snacks in the room. From the activities, we chose a safari, where the owner took us to the camels and goats and to the Bedouin camp, where they prepared tea and dates for us. We had the opportunity to get henna painted, and we bought handmade bracelets and pendants. Then he took us to the dunes, where we tried sandboarding (10 OMR), followed by dune dashing and the way back. The trip lasted 1 hour and 15 minutes, the price for all four was 40 OMR.
The breakfast was delicious, the best we had on the whole trip. Afterwards we had coffee on the terrace of the house and the camels came to greet us right up to the fence. The staff was incredibly friendly. A totally different and special experience that I recommend to everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 218 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
Very beautiful spot. Well-designed and well-decorated bubble. Issa is an extremely kind and accommodating owner. PERFECT stay! Definitely the best camp in the desert.
Simple good meal and very large quantity !
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
Mr Hilal welcomes you in his cool 4x4 Orange Rubicon Jeep at the pick up point and you know you’re going to have a good time! The camp interiors live up to the photos . Everything is spic and span and even though you’re in the middle of the desert you feel right at home! A clear 5 stars! Speaking of stars , we were lucky to have a clear night and had a beautiful Milky Way display at night!
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.
Guest review
They were so nice because it was our honeymoon they gave us free diner and a big beautiful cake
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
Almorouj Farm inn - Bidiya features accommodation in Bidiyah. The property offers car hire and features a garden and terrace.
Guest review
This place is so beautiful. The garden created such relaxing atmosphere. The playground was the highlight for our kids.
The bed was comfortable and we got an additional mattress too. The staff was really helpful.
There was quite a space in the back yard to hang our laundry.
We drove to the nearby sand dune in the evening. The view was fantastic and there was enough sand for the kids.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
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