Nestled against the dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains and pristine waters of the Gulf of Oman, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa consists of two hotels, Al Bandar and Al Waha. All guests have full access to facilities available across Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. Guest can enjoy free WiFi throughout the resort Al Waha hotel, with a minimum room size of 32 sqm each is the ideal getaway for families. Guests enjoy a balcony or patio facing the sea or pool. Al Bandar hotel offers rooms with a minimum of 38 sqm of space, a balcony or terrace with views of the garden, sea or pools. Guests have access to a total of 19 bars and restaurants across the resort. There are seven main restaurants, two all-day dining outlets, two pool bars, two lobby lounges, six cafes and bars. Bait Al Bahr is the seafood restaurant with splendid terrace views of the sea; BAB Lounge is hotel’s seaside rooftop bar; and Capri Court is contemporary Italian restaurant. Guests have access to two additional restaurants, Shahrazad and Sultanah, in the adjacent Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa. The resort offers 500-yard beach, six swimming pools supervised by lifeguards and 550-yard Lazy River floating between the two hotels' main swimming pools. Thrilling watersports activities hydro-sport jet packing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, clear-bottom kayaking, standup paddle boarding and so much more. CHI, The Spa features some of the largest and most luxurious private spa suites and villas in Oman, all within a secluded setting among lush gardens. The ecofriendly hotel also hosts Turtle Ranger program that protects and nurtures new hatch-lings and turtle nests. Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Muscat City Center Mall can be reached by car in 25 minutes. Central Muscat is a 15-minute drive away. Tours of nearby historic sites, desert safaris and boat excursions can be arranged. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire resort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Shangri-La Group
Hotel chain/brand
Shangri-La Group

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Fishing

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
7.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rohit
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The hotel stay did not start that great but once highlighted to duty manager at Al Waha, the whole stay experience was transformed. I must thank Ms. Yonicko , who heard our feedback and helped us get a better experience for our family holiday. The...
  • Nix418
    Croatia Croatia
    Everything was perfect. Staff is super friendly and helpful, pool is fantastic and the food could not be better. Would love to come back in the future.
  • Faisal
    Kuwait Kuwait
    Every thing was perfect me & family enjoyed the staying
  • Bushra
    Oman Oman
    Very friendly stuff and the place is magical so many things to do and views are very nice.
  • Ahmed
    Oman Oman
    Great location, amazing views. The people who can swim would love the pools, those who can’t have to enjoy the lazy river.
  • Sarkis
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    The location , the beach , lazy river and swimming pool facilities , friendly staff , family environment , good buffet breakfast , rooms with sea view , play station in the kids room
  • Klink
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Location is amazing. Facility is nice; rooms have been upgraded which is much better from last time we came.
  • Ali
    Oman Oman
    All and everything, specifically the great pool and lazy river plus the amazing breakfast
  • Talal
    Oman Oman
    All facilities, and water activities. The staff so kind and they are the best of the best; They are so gentle and host the guests perfectly. My kid got injured and they take a quick response to send him hotel clinic with full care. Thanks for...
  • Cedric
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The main asset of this hotel in our opinion is its location. Outside of Muscat, Bandar Jissah is outstanding, peaceful and quiet, with lovely little creeks, amazing rock formations like arches and such, and beautiful sand beaches. The hotel offers...

Area info

Restaurants
11 Restaurants On Site

  • Al Tanoor
    • Cuisine
      Indian • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free
  • Samba
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free
  • Sultanah
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free
  • Shahrazad
    • Cuisine
      Moroccan
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free
  • Bait Al Bahr
    • Cuisine
      Seafood
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Gluten-free
  • Chow Mee
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • Piano Lounge
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • B.A.B. Lounge
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • Circles
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • International
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • Capri Court
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • Tapas
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Resort facilities at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Entertainment staff
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Suitable for kids
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Back massage
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Waterslide
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Russian
  • Filipino
  • Turkish

House rules
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 24.570 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 24.570 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

A compulsory New Year’s Eve Gala dinner supplement of OMR 70 net per adult is applicable to all guests staying overnight on 31st of December 2024, at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah.

A 50% discount on the New Year’s Eve Gala supplement will be applicable for children aged 6 to 12 years old.

No supplement is applicable for kids below 6 years old (up to 2 kids per room).

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat on this page.

  • Guests staying at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet
  • Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat has 11 restaurants:

    • Chow Mee
    • Samba
    • B.A.B. Lounge
    • Sultanah
    • Bait Al Bahr
    • Al Tanoor
    • Capri Court
    • Piano Lounge
    • Circles
    • Shahrazad
    • Tapas
  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
  • Yes, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat is 17.4 miles from the center of Muscat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Kids' club
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Happy hour
    • Tennis equipment
    • Personal trainer
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours
    • Beauty services
    • Locker rooms
    • Facial treatments
    • Themed dinners
    • Waxing services
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Makeup services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Back massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Entertainment staff
    • Fitness
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes
  • Check-in at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.