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InterContinental Muscat, an IHG Hotel vs Al Bustan Palace A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Both properties are rated highly by experts. On balance, Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel ranks significantly higher than InterContinental Hotel Muscat. Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel comes in at 81 with approval from 3 publications like Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Fodor's.

InterContinental Muscat, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Muscat, an IHG Hotel
7 / 10
Al Kharjiya Street, Al Shati Area, Muscat, Oman
From $116 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1977, the InterContinental is one of the oldest properties in Muscat, and though the service still shines, the property is a bit dated." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"An excellent hotel in terms of service and amenities, the affectionately known 'InterCon' is so close to the Opera House you can virtually hear the sopranos" Full review
Al Bustan Palace A Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Al Bustan Palace A Ritz-Carlton Hotel
8 / 10
PO Box 1998, Quron Beach, Muscat 114, Oman
From $221 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This opulent five-star palace hotel shimmers like an oasis between craggy mountains and turquoise sea, offering every extravagance you'd expect from a Ritz Carlton establishment." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"In a secluded bay ringed by spectacular mountains, Al Bustan is more palace than hotel." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Set among acres of lush palm-filled gardens, this beachfront resort is genuinely family-friendly with smiling staff and excellent kids’ activities." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The hotel grounds are like a Garden of Eden with infinity pools and shady lawns backing onto a pristine beach. A Six Senses Spa offers luxury treatments." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"It's worth visiting to admire the building’s interior. More palace than hotel, rooms are a byword for Arabian-style chic and restaurants are top quality." Full review