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, 1,985 reviews
Superb · 1,985 reviews
Located in Muscat, within 5.3 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, 1,073 reviews
Superb · 1,073 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, 1,116 reviews
Superb · 1,116 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, 1,050 reviews
Superb · 1,050 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, 1,270 reviews
Superb · 1,270 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, 1,761 reviews
Superb · 1,761 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, 1,230 reviews
Superb · 1,230 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, 2,506 reviews
Superb · 2,506 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
Fantastic little camp, only 3 tents, a good distance into the dunes. Layout of the camp is very clever and you do feel all alone when looking out of the tent, lots of privacy. Bed was very comfortable and bathroom is v modern with soaps etc. Note the shower is cold (as you would expect!)
Dinner and breakfast was great. We did dune bashing which was lots of fun. It's pretty easy to drive in a 4WD to the camp, and fun too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 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
Perfect desert experience, highly recommended if you want an authentic stay in middle of the dunes. The team was really caring and made our stay very special!
We would definitely come back!
Thank you Royal desert camp team!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Alsaif camp in Bidiyah features 4-star accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge.
Guest review
Very nice accomodation with location near sand dunes. We had two big rooms with toilets and shower, outside was swimming pool and very nice outdoor seating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Aurora desert camp is located in Bidiyah. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant.
Guest review
A great location for those looking for tranquility in the middle of the desert. We had a great time. The room is spacious, the cleanliness is good, and the host is friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 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
If you’re a traveler looking for a real, authentic Omani experience—this is the place for you! It feels more like a traditional rest house than a commercial hotel, and that’s exactly what makes it unique and special.
The atmosphere is peaceful and homey. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and simple in the best way. You’ll wake up to quiet surroundings, yet you’re just minutes away from local markets, services, and the mountain. Perfect for those who want to explore the real Oman, away from crowded tourist spots and luxury hotel chains.
This place has everything you need for a relaxing stay: space to unwind, privacy, and a true feeling of being welcomed like family.
Honestly, if you value authentic travel over luxury brands, you’ll enjoy this place even more than any 5-star hotel.
Highly recommended for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone wanting to experience the real Oman!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 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
The camp is very nice. The location in the middle of desert. Bader was an excellent host. He took us in a nice experience crossing the sand and rode camels. The breakfast was delicious and we ordered dinner and his mother cooked it and it was very delicious. The atmosphere in the camp is family and comfortable. The room is clean and comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 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
Amazing place ! Quiet and peaceful.
The staff is very kind and is helpful to match your needs. Drive in the desert is very easy for any 4x4. Skilled drivers might be able to reach with 2WD as well.
The room is super clean and equipped with the basics.
Very nice place overall.
No wifi but you receive 4G network on your phone easily since antena is very close by.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 136 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
Our stay at Sunset Domes Premium was the highlight of our trip. We truly enjoyed our time. Being there felt like a refreshing break from the outside world. The room was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was warm and cozy. Most importantly, our host Ali was wonderful and really embodied the true Omani spirit. We highly recommend it.
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
Nice camp and we did some activities and we had the camp owner Issa himself accompany us with the sunset from the top of the sand and we enjoyed driving Issa he was cooperative with us and a very nice person I recommend visiting the camp and doing the activities there and we saw the little camels and thank you
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
Amazing experience in the desert. The rooms are very comfortable with A/C, nice beds, a small but clean bath and an amazing atmosphere. We had dinner at the common room and a great breakfast at our dome. The kids were happy to play around and very amused by the occasional visit of camels.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 907 reviews
Located in Fatḩ Āl Bū Sa‘īd, 6.4 km from Oman Avenues Mall, Beit Al Fateh بيت الفتح provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Guest review
Staying at this hotel felt like living in the beautiful old Oman era. I absolutely loved the authentic design featuring charming details like wooden roofs, lumber beds, stone sinks, magnificent log reception desk and the massive Castle in the middle.
The hospitality was just as impressive. The staff were incredibly polite, and the reception was open 24 hours, making us feel very cared for. The cafe serves high-quality coffee, I particularly loved the Cappuccino and Mocha.
Breakfast was exceptionally tasty with very fast servicel. I highly recommend ordering the Omani tray it was delicious.
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