Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel - Muscat

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Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel - Muscat
Po Box 1998, Muscat, Oman, 114·View on map
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Overview

5-star beachfront resort on the longest private beach in Muscat

Private Beach & Pools

Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel sits on a 1-km long private beach, the longest in Muscat, with direct access for hotel guests. The property offers two outdoor swimming pools, including a lagoon-style pool with small jacuzzi beds and a separate kids' pool with a water slide. Guests can use the beach facilities, water sports equipment, and sun loungers with complementary iced water throughout the day.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel has 250 newly renovated rooms and suites, some of which are Lagoon Access rooms that allow direct swimming from the terrace into the lagoon pool. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and electric kettle, with select units offering a separate seating area. Mountain View and Sea View rooms are available, with balconies overlooking the Al Hajar mountains or the Sea of Oman.

Dining

Al Bustan Palace offers five on-site dining venues, including the award-winning China Mood restaurant serving authentic Chinese cuisine. The Beach Pavilion restaurant specializes in the freshest fish and seafood in an open-air beachfront setting, while Al Khiran Terrace provides all-day dining with views over the infinity pool and sea. Guests can also enjoy cocktails at BLU Bar or flavored teas at The Atrium Tea Lounge.

Spa & Wellness

The Al Bustan Palace Spa by The Ritz-Carlton has 17 spacious treatment rooms offering a full menu of massages, facials, body scrubs, and aromatherapy packages. A ladies-only member area includes a private beach, sauna, steam room, and relaxation lounge for complete privacy. The spa also provides couples treatments, a fitness center with yoga classes, and access to a personal trainer.

Family & Kids

The Ritz Kids program offers children aged 4-12 a variety of supervised activities, including Al Bustan reef snorkeling, beach soccer, table tennis, and arts and crafts. Cultural workshops introduce children to Omani traditions through henna tutorials, Arabian tales story-telling, and a hotel tour to meet the palace's coffee man. An indoor kids club, outdoor playground, and a kids' pool with water slide provide additional entertainment for younger guests.

  • Private Beach: 1-km long private beach - the longest in Muscat
  • Rooms: 250 newly renovated guest rooms and suites
  • Dining: 3 restaurants including award-winning China Mood
  • Spa: 17-treatment-room spa with ladies-only area and private beach
  • Family: Ritz Kids program with cultural workshops and beach adventures
  • Business: Largest ballroom in Muscat for up to 2000 guests
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Languages
English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:250
Former name
Al Bustan Palace InterContinental Muscat
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Children's buffet

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 230 £
📏 Distance to centre 22.5 km
✈️ Distance to airport 40.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Muscat International, MCT

Location

Po Box 1998, Muscat, Oman, 114
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Po Box 1998, Muscat, Oman, 114
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Po Box 1998, Muscat, Oman, 114
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Al-Bustan Palace
240 m
Restaurant
China Mood
240 m
Restaurant
Al Khiran Kitchen
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Reviews of Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

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FAQ about Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
National Museum, placed within 15 minutes' drive of the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, as well as Al Alam Palace (approximately a 15-minute drive away) are worth visiting.
What is the closest airport to Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel?
Muscat International airport is located within a 34-minute drive (45 km) from Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel.
Is there free parking in Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
Yes, Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
Guests of the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-seafood restaurant Al Khiran Kitchen offering international cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at this fabulous hotel?
Guests of this fabulous hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
At the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel comprise?
The fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel offers such room types as Studio, Deluxe Twin Room, and Junior Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Most rooms of the hotel include an adjoining terrace and a dining area as well as wireless internet and a LCD TV.
Is the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
Top locations of the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel include a private beach area and a barber shop, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
Does the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a steam room, and a sauna are offered on-site.
Do you have a pool at the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
Yes, the fabulous 5-star Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
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