Muscat

Super-luxe retreat on a curve of private beach with top-notch restaurants and an award-winning spa. — Jetsetter

Set among acres of lush palm-filled gardens, this beachfront resort is genuinely family-friendly with smiling staff and excellent kids’ activities. — The Telegraph

This beach hotel is a compelling option on the Gulf of Oman. — The Telegraph

Its exteriors of ivory, sand, and salmon merge with the surroundings. Doormen in sultan-like white outfits and mustard-colored turbans welcome guests. — Condé Nast Traveler

With soaring ceilings, gilded columns, and giant stained-glass windows, this Arabian-style luxury hotel sets a particularly opulent tone in the grand lobby. — Fodor's

An ideal home base for those traveling with family or planning a longer stay. Luxurious, apartment-style accommodations are well-designed, with brand-new furnishings. — Fodor's

Chic, arabesque design touches—towering ceilings, curved doorways and windows—and the sweet smell of frankincense wafting throughout the halls give it the exotic feel you're looking for. — Fodor's

Between rugged mountains and charming beachfront, W Muscat remixes Omani heritage with modern design. — The Telegraph

Draped over the headland at the end of Qurm Beach, this veteran hotel with its west-facing terrace offers the best views for sundowners. — Lonely Planet

Situated in central Muscat near the Muscat Grand Mall, Lulu Hypermarket, and the new Avenues Mall, this mid-range hotel is a convenient home base, especially for those who like to shop. — Fodor's

The large apartments are clean and acceptable for those on a budget who want to be close to the nightlife in the surrounding hotels, the cafés of Shatti Street, and the public beach. — Fodor's

The Ibis is a great, centrally located, budget option for those looking for the consistency of an international chain. — Fodor's