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Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Property class: 5 and above
Muscat beachfront resort with 3 restaurants, spa

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Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beachside drinks and sunloungers, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing. 5 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. Al Khiran Terrace, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Garden

Why we love this property

Sandy beach getaway
Stroll along a private beach or enjoy watersports at this resort. Loungers and umbrellas dot the sand, with a beachfront restaurant nearby.
Work and beach retreat
This resort combines business amenities with beachfront relaxation. After meetings, guests can enjoy spa treatments, tennis, or unwind at the beach bar.
Culinary adventures
This resort offers culinary diversity with 3 restaurants, 2 bars, and a cafe. International cuisine and vegan, vegetarian options enhance the dining experience.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a table, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a table, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Resort View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View (Balcony)

  • Sea view
  • 300 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a vanity with a mirror.

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Suite, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Suite, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A pool with clear water reflecting the building and palm trees.

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Ground Floor

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Sea View

Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Family Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of palm trees through the window.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
PO Box 1998, Muscat, 114

What's nearby

  • Al-Bustan Palace - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Al-Bustan Roundabout - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Muttrah Corniche - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Muttrah Souq - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Qurum Beach - 19 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Muscat (MCT-Muscat Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sultan's Burger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zuka Restaurant & Pool Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Peridot - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blu Pool & Garden Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Deck - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

  • Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beachside drinks and sunloungers, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing. 5 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and manicures and pedicures. Al Khiran Terrace, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 250 units
    • Arranged over 8 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property has separate beaches for men and women. The women's beach is under construction and unavailable for use until further notice.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Water slide
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (8138 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1985
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water slide
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Height-adjustable showerheads
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in bath
  • Bath grab bar (centimetres): 84
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (centimetres): 81

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Selected Comfort mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa, Al Bustan Palace Spa by The Ritz-Carlton. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Al Khiran Terrace – This theme restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
China Mood – This theme restaurant specialises in Chinese cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Beach Pavilion Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately OMR 16.27 for adults and OMR 7.5 for children

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 July 2026 to 30 September 2026 (dates subject to change).

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Al Bustan
Al Bustan Palace
Al Bustan Palace Ritz-Carlton Hotel Muscat
Al Bustan Palace Ritz-Carlton Muscat
Al Bustan Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Bustan Palace
Al Bustan Palace Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Al Bustan Palace Ritz-Carlton
Al Bustan Palace a Ritz Carlton Hotel
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Resort
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Muscat
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel Resort Muscat

Frequently asked questions

Is Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from 1 July 2026 to 30 September 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, sailing and windsurfing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools. Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel also has 2 bars, a private beach and a water slide, as well as a sauna, a steam room and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, international cuisine and ocean views.

Does Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel like?

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Al-Bustan Palace and 9 minutes' walk from Al-Bustan Roundabout.

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