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, 2,035 reviews
Superb · 2,035 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, 1,090 reviews
Superb · 1,090 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, 1,120 reviews
Superb · 1,120 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, 1,061 reviews
Superb · 1,061 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, 1,327 reviews
Superb · 1,327 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, 1,766 reviews
Superb · 1,766 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, 1,223 reviews
Superb · 1,223 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, 2,509 reviews
Superb · 2,509 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.
FYAFY Bidiyah Bedouin Camp provides accommodation in Bidiyah. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a barbecue.
Guest review
We had a very lovely stay and enjoyed the desert . Especially the quiet time under the stars was amazing. The tent had every comfort needed. Everything was brand new and neet. Our breakfast while watching the sunrise in the desert was priceless. Amer was very friendly and experienced guide.
This place is definetly worth visiting!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
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, 802 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
Great location out in the desert. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable hosts. Accommodation was really nice, being able to sit on the balcony was really peaceful with great views. Food was also very good. The early evening walk in the desert (which is free) meant being able to see a fantastic desert sunset. Also did the trip to an authentic bedouin camp on the second day which was really interesting and gave a great insight into the culture.
Would highly recommend a stay here at royal desert camp.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Aurora desert camp is located in Bidiyah. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Guest review
Our stay was an incredible experience of complete serenity, a perfect break from the world in total isolation and peace.
A huge highlight was the exceptional kindness and hospitality of Khaled, whose warm welcome made the entire trip special.
The evenings were magical, culminating in a beautiful moonlit campfire where we were treated to fascinating explanations of the stars. It was a truly memorable and enlightening moment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 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
Nice owner, delicious breakfast. Really wonderful experience. Great safari on dunes with excellent pilot of Toyota Land Cruiser! I felt safe and relaxed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 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
**At this place we stepped into an Arabian fairytale!** The host gave us the warmest **traditional Arabic welcome** with **dates and coffee**. He was incredibly kind—driving us around the city in his own car, showing us the sights, and sharing Omani hospitality at its finest. But the surprises didn’t stop there! He invited us into his home, introduced us to his family, and his wife adorned our hands with delicate **paint tattoos (henna)**. Throughout our stay, he took such good care of us—helping plan our trips, sharing stories of local life, and making us feel like honored guests.
The hotel itself was a dream: immaculate, cozy, and luxurious, with a sunlit courtyard blooming with fragrant flowers. Thanks to them, I didn’t just leave with memories—I left with **friends in Oman**. A thousand thanks for making our journey so magical! We’ll be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 148 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
We had a wonderful night in the Dome. The staff was very attentive! The food was really good! The scenery is breathtaking and the dome is super cozy! We had the opportunity to go on a sunset safari and the next day a camel ride and quad biking at sunrise! The dome is really like the photos! I recommend it 100%!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 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
A beautiful camp characterized by tranquility, beautiful and clean rooms, and friendly staff. I also recommend the sunset trip to Da Hilal. It is an unforgettable trip. Thanks to him. He was nice with us. I recommend this camp. Thanks to them. They made us happy.
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
What a wonderful experience! Issa is really helpful and friendly, we really enjoyed everything. The jeep tour, the dinner and the stay
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
Everything was amazing. The host was very hospitable. The domes were very clean and cozy with exceptional breakfast and dinner. We had a very pleasant after dinner talk with stargazing and tea. We highly recommend the experience! Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews
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