Experience world-class service at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Set against the Al Hajar mountains overlooking the Sea of Oman, this 5-star luxury resort offers a unique palace experience, showcasing the art of Omani hospitality. Located on a 1-km long private beachfront – the longest in Muscat - Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, features 250 newly renovated rooms and suites. Al Bustan Palace Spa by The Ritz-Carlton offers a variety of spa treatments with 17 spacious treatment rooms and a ladies-only member area including a private beach. All rooms include an electric kettle, a mini-bar, and a flat screen TV. Some rooms include a separate seating area. Kids have access to Ritz Kids, an engaging program for children of all ages to take part in various beach and outdoor adventures, including Al Bustan reef snorkeling, table tennis, beach soccer, or arts and crafts. The program also invites children to discover our destination with several activities designed to discover the local culture and traditions, such as a henna tutorial, Omani culture workshops, Arabian tales story-telling or a hotel tour to meet the palace’s famous coffee man. Al Bustan Palace features 3 restaurants, serving a variety of international cuisines. Al Khiran Terrace is an all-day dining restaurant overlooking the infinity pool and the sea of Oman. Beach Pavilion restaurant is an elegant beachfront specialty restaurant serving the freshest fish and seafood. Award-winning China Mood restaurant features authentic Chinese cuisine in a sophisticated, yet comfortable, setting. Guests can also relax with a cocktail by the pool at BLU Bar or a uniquely flavored tea with a modern twist at The Atrium Tea Lounge. Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Downtown Muscat and Al Alam Palace are a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Car rental can be arranged by the 24-hour staff. Free private parking is available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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The Ritz-Carlton Company, L.L.C
Hotel chain/brand
The Ritz-Carlton Company, L.L.C

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness centre

Spa and wellness centre


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Muscat
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jonathan
    France France
    The palace itself is beautiful and very impressive, especially the lobby which is wonderful. It is worth the visit by itself. The staff is very professional and welcoming. Thanks so much to all of them (including staff from Khazir shop). The room...
  • Wiilliam
    France France
    Everything was incredible! The staff is very welcoming, and the service is exceptional. I even booked an additional night. The hotel's location is just amazing, really. I will definitely come back soon without hesitation
  • Abdullah
    Kuwait Kuwait
    The location is amazing. The staff was nice and helpful.
  • Eyad
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    The hotel decorations and land scape also the beach lagoons and pool . Restaurants was great
  • Katia
    El Salvador El Salvador
    The facilities, the staff, the rooms, the general kindness and availability
  • Mohammed
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Location, Facilities, Kids Friendly, Cleanliness and Staff
  • Tatenda
    Australia Australia
    Absolutely everything best hotel I have ever stayed in. Best facility ladies only beach with bar and the Gratitude tree. They have masters the art of the buffet! Every single meal time was so impressive. Their hospitality was exceptional.
  • Suleyman
    Turkey Turkey
    We would like to thank the team who always helped us and welcomed us very warmly from the moment we entered the hotel to the moment we left. We had a great time in Muscat, where we came for a birthday celebration, thanks to the efforts of all the...
  • Memlla
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The best breakfast, so much choice. Incredible hospitality, incredible all round.
  • Jnj
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    the staff was amazing from the reception onwards. It seemed we booked separate beds, immediately the receptionist brought it under our attention and we mentioned we this wasn't clear during booking, hence, they started looking for an...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • AL KHIRAN KITCHEN
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Resort facilities of Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Dressing room
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Children's playground
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • Adult only
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Water slide
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Russian

House rules
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Cot upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 15 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

  • Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • AL KHIRAN KITCHEN

  • Guests staying at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is 14.3 miles from the centre of Muscat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Children's playground
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Tennis court
    • Windsurfing
    • Kids' club
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Personal trainer
    • Beauty Services
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Swimming Pool
    • Happy hour
    • Bicycle rental
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Facial treatments
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Tennis equipment
    • Live music/performance
    • Waxing services
    • Make up services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.