Al Bustan Palace, Oman

This resort recently underwent a $100m refurbishment and has re-opened to great acclaim.

OUR RATING

LOCATION

This Ritz-Carlton hotel is situated on the coastline of Oman. The sea enjoys a wealth of underwater flora and marine life, perfect for diving. Guests can take advantage of every water sport imaginable. The beaches are some of the most pristine in the world.

Situated between the rugged Al Hajar mountain range and the Sea of Oman, Al Bustan Palace is a hidden jewel amongst the luxury hotels in Muscat. From each of the guest rooms and suites’ private balconies, guests can gaze upon magnificent mountain, sea or garden views. The resort boasts a pristine stretch of private beach. Wonderful dining is available in the three distinctive restaurants. Perfect for couples, business guests and families alike, Al Bustan Palace provides all the ingredients that will stir memories for a lifetime.

Tennis

The tennis programme at Al Bustan is run by Peter Burwash International, one of the world’s premier tennis management companies. The hotel has four floodlit hard courts and one half court. Guests at the hotel use the courts free of charge. Group and private lessons are available, with daily tennis clinics running. A resident coach is available from September to May each year. The hotel also has a tennis pro shop.

Accommodation

The 250 guest rooms and suites reflect an oriental elegance, each one with its own private balcony, and many offer spectacular views over the Gulf of Oman.

Other Facilities

All number of exciting restaurants await you, from the classic Al Marjan to the Al Khiran Garden Terrace or the romantic Beach Pavilion.

Guests can relax under a palm tree or play tennis, windsurf, sail, go game fishing or scuba dive. A visit to villages and markets brings you closer to the local Omani way-of-life; or you can adventure through mountains, deserts and wadis all within a day’s travel before returning to the splendour of the Al Bustan Palace.