Crowne Plaza Muscat

Perched on a clifftop, facing out over Qurum beach in Oman’s capital of Muscat.

The elegant rooms at Crowne Plaza Muscat are spacious, bright and classically decorated, where your private balcony looks onto the hotel’s pool and the tranquil Gulf of Oman beyond that. Suites are even more generous, with separate kitchenettes and lounge areas, which are ideal for families visiting the capital.

Whether it’s Middle Eastern or Mediterranean that takes your fancy come dinner time, Crowne Plaza Muscat will likely have something to satisfy with its spread of restaurants and cafes – we like taking in the surrounding views of the Gulf at the evening barbecue on Tropicana’s terrace.

Get a lesson in local history with a visit to the fortresses of Al Jilali and Mirani, standing guard at the entrance to Muscat’s bay and constructed in the 16th century. Here, you can take in the encompassing views of the harbour and the old city from the pinnacle of Al Jilali. Roam the maze of streets that makes up the Muttrah Souq and set your haggling skills to work to pick up some spices and the country’s most famous export, frankincense.