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Oman Holidays
Go to hotels in Oman Oman is perfect for a relaxing holiday, with high levels of service, comfort and outstanding food. Even though, it is a fascinating country with plenty of excursions available including visiting the forts of Oman, the desert, or the wadis which are very beautiful dry riverbeds often with stunning pools. Muscat is a contrast between the modern luxury hotels and its traditional centre - a walk along the corniche at dusk is a wonderful experience as you watch the local life and wander through one of the atmospheric souks.
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Shangri La (4.5*)
Oman
Shangri La resort
The Shangri La hotel has no fewer than 19 bars and restaurants, plus a wide range of services and facilities. It is actually made up of three parts - Al Waha is a great choice for families, and is the lowest price accommodation (although still 4.5* standard), Al Bandar is designed for couples (5*), while Al Husn is a very luxurious and exclusive part of the hotel (5.5*).
Hotel Images
Beach
Swimming pool
Al Waha bedroom (4.5*)
Al Bandar bedroom (5*)
Al Husn bedroom (5.5*)
Swimming pool
Lazy river
Spa
Restaurant
Features
- Signature spa
- Private beach
- Several bars including beach bars, lobby lounge, Mokha cafe, Piano lounge, pool bars, Silver lounge and the Long bar
- Swimming pools including a lazy river
- Scuba diving and snorkeling
- Dolphin and whale watching trips
- Turtle nesting trips
- Children's Club (4 upwards) and Teen Club (13-16)
- Omani Heritage Village including authentic Arabian horses and camels
- Nightclub
- Kayaking
- Fitness centre and tennis courts
Rooms
All the rooms are fitted to a high standard, and come with tea / coffee making, balcony / patio, TV, air-conditioning, minibar. In each of the three parts of the hotel there are different rooms upgrades available such as sea-view.
Restaurants
- Al Tanoor - Omani atmosphere with Arabian tents, pottery and live cooking stations
- Bait al Bahr - Seafood restaurant
- Capri Court - Italian food
- Samba - Latin American restaurant
- Shahrazed - Moroccan food
- Sultanah - stylish a la carte restaurant with a cruise liner theme
- Surf Cafe - fast food and healthy meals
- Tapas and Sablah - Mediterranean and Asian tappas
The Resort
- Oman is perfect for a relaxing holiday, with high levels of service, comfort and outstanding food. Even though, it is a fascinating country with plenty of excursions available including visiting the forts of Oman, the desert, or the wadis which are very beautiful dry riverbeds often with stunning pools. Muscat is a contrast between the modern luxury hotels and its traditional centre - a walk along the corniche at dusk is a wonderful experience as you watch the local life and wander through one of the atmospheric souks.
Trips and Excursions
- Desert Trips - Drive into the desert and enjoy a spectacular sunset from the sand dunes of the Wahiba Sands.
- Wadi trips - Wadis are a combination of oasis, waterfalls, caves and waterpools, and many are simply stunning. For example Wadi Bani Khalid takes you on a 20 minute stroll through the falaj - the irrigation system used in rural Oman. You will pass donkeys, pools, palm trees and breathtaking scenery before reaching the deep blue waterhole for a refreshing swim, or just to sit on the rocks. And a little further on is a cave system, although you can's go very far in without torches.
- Scenic Tours - Jebel Akdhar is the roof of Oman, and visitors here will notice the much cooler weather on the plateau. Tours usually include lunch in a local restaurant as well as several photo stops. A walk through the 'hanging gardens' along the falaj will be a lasting memory. Oman's own grand canyon is found at Jebal Shams and like Jebel Akdhar the weather is much cooler here. You will also see the abandoned Persian ruins at the old village of Ghul, as well as a stop at Nizwa, the old capital of Oman with its 17th century fort.
- Muscat by Night - At dusk, the lights from the old shops and mosque on the corniche provide an enchanting setting. Visit the magnificent Al Alam Palace, the Omani Museum, the colourful Muttrah Souk and the Grand Mosque. Or just watch the boats bob up and down in the shallow water. The most famous traditional market is the Muttrah Souk just off the Cornish in the heart of Muscat. Here you can wander back in time as you take in the aromas of frankincense coming from many of the small shops, while you haggle for a few souvenirs.
- Forts of Oman - There are over 500 forts in Oman and several have been beautifully restored. For example Jabrin Fort is one that is possible to see on a day trip from Muscat, and commands stunning views over the surrounding plains. Jabrin is one of the most magnificent forts of Oman with its painted ceilings, dungeons, and hidden passages. You will notice the irrigation system used, plus courtyards, various rooms containing household furnishings and a tomb.
- Dhow Cruising - From your hotel, you are picked up and taken on a 2 hour cruise on a traditional Omani Dhow, passing the yacht club, a fishing village, the natural harbour of Muscat, the ancient forts of Jalali & Mirani forts which guard the Sultan's palace.
- Sunset Cruising - Unwind after a hard day by taking a cruise around Muscat's spectacular coastline as the sun goes down. The serene sights and sounds of a city slowing down for the night are magically felt from a boat. Watch the hills disappear with the setting sun, then to be backlit by the stars and the moon.
- Dolphin Cruises - A 7am start from your hotel for a magical 2 hour cruise to see the dolphins in search of tuna, mackerel and sardines . The boat company serves drinks and a light breakfast on board.
- Escape to a Desert Island - Swim, snorkel or just laze about on your own tranquil beach on the island of Bandar Khiran. Escape from all civilisation for a day before being collected at sunset.
- Professional Game Fishing - You can spend either half or a full day fishing for barracuda, marlin, sailfish and monster tuna with the experienced crew. Alternatively, why not try traditional handline fishing, Omani style, using hand held lines and hooks. Again, the experienced crew will know the best locations.
Other Information | Board Basis | Bed & Breakfast | | Transfer time | 45 minutes | | Distance to the Beach | on the beach | | Number of rooms | 262 Al Waha rooms (4.5*), 198 Al Bandar rooms (5*), 179 Al Husn rooms (5.5*) |
The Weather
| All year round Desrtination? | Yes |
| Temperatures | It is very hot between May and September when temperatures can reach as high as 40C (100F), while other times of year are still very warm although a little cooler, the coolest month being January when temperatures fall to 25C (78F). |
| Rainfall | Almost no rain at any time of year. |
| Best Months | If you want to avoid the hottest months then the best time to go is from October to April. However if you don't mind the hot weather then room rates are considerably cheaper from mid May to the end of September! |
Prices for 5 nights Because prices so frequently change we have given an estimated price here. Please call us for exact prices and we would be delighted to send you the full list. All prices include:
- Return flights from Heathrow
- All Airport transfers
- 5 nights accommodation on Bed & Breakfast
- All airport taxes, fees, and full ATOL financial protection
- Services of a representative
Call us now on 01462 677 111 to check availability. | January | £1150 | | February - March | £1175 | | April | £1150 | | May - September | £1125 | | October | £1150 | | November - December | £1150 |
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