Muscat Hotels

Beach Hotel
For a taste of local hospitality, this small Arab-style hotel (no alcohol served) with its blue tiles and friendly service is only a few minutes' walk from the beach and the lively amenities of the Shatti al-Qurm shopping complex.

Way 2818, Shatti al-Qurm
Tel: 24 696 601.
Price: $$$

Grand Hyatt Muscat
With exotic marble flooring, indoor palm trees, stained glass windows, Bedouin tents and a revolving Arab on horseback, the decor of this luxurious and quirky beachside Hyatt was the inspiration of a Yemeni sheikh. It offers some quality Arabic and Italian dining while jazz piano music contributes to the elegant ambience of the John Barry bar.

Shatti al-Qurm
Tel: 24 641 234.
Website: www.muscat.grand.hyatt.com
Price: $$$$

Hotel InterContinental Muscat
A quality, no-nonsense business hotel set in glorious gardens and with access to the beach, the InterContinental is a year-round hot-spot offering live entertainment, five excellent restaurants (including the award-winning Trader Vic's) and busy bars.

Shatti al-Qurm
Tel: 24 680 000.
Website: www.ichotelsgroup.com
Price: $$$$

Marina Hotel
Overlooking Mutrah fish market, this simple, harbour-side hotel offers the best views of Mutrah's famous corniche and is within walking distance of Mutrah Souk.

Mutrah Corniche, Mutrah
Tel: 24 713 100.
Price: $$

Naseem Hotel
This tired old favourite may have seen better days, but with Mutrah Souk on the doorstep and a cheap and cheerful atmosphere, a budget traveller won't find better value this close to the heart of Muscat.

Mutrah Corniche, Mutrah
Tel: 24 712 418.
Price: $