Shangri-Las Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa Al Bandar

Nestled against the dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains and pristine waters of the Gulf of Oman, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa features two hotel wings, Al Bandar and Al Waha. Al Waha hotel, with a minimum room size of 32 sqm, is the ideal getaway for families. Guests enjoy a balcony or patio facing the sea or pool, depending on room category. Al Bandar hotel offers rooms with a minimum of 38 sqm of space, a balcony or terrace with views of the garden, sea or pools. It is resort’s focal point with the majority of restaurants and bars located here. Its huge pool provides half-immersed sunbeds, a Jacuzzi and children’s pool. Whether staying in Al Waha or Al Bandar hotel, guests have full access to facilities available across Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. The resort offers 500-metre beach, five swimming pools and 550-metre Lazy River floating between the two hotels' main swimming pools. For action adventurers, thrilling watersports including hydro-sport jet packing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, clear-bottom kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding are available from the resort’s main beach. Guests have access to a total of 19 bars and restaurants across the resort. There are seven main restaurants, two all-day dining outlets, two pool bars, two lobby lounges, six cafes and bars. Bait Al Bahr is the seafood restaurant with splendid terrace views of the sea; BAB Lounge is Muscat’s only rooftop venue; and Capri Court sophisticated Italian restaurant. Guests have access to two additional restaurants, Shahrazad and Sultanah, in the adjacent Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa. CHI, The Spa features some of the largest and most luxurious private spa suites and villas in Oman, all within a secluded setting among lush gardens. There are 12 treatment villas. Each has a private bathroom, vanity area, indoor and outdoor shower, and relaxation area. Muscat International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. Muscat Grand Mall can be reached by car in 25 minutes. Central Muscat is a 15-minute drive away. Tours of nearby historic sites, desert safaris and boat excursions can be arranged. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire resort with compliments. As one of only five turtle nesting sites in all of Oman, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa hosts Turtle Ranger programme as a key CSR initiative. IMPORTANT NOTICE Effective 19 Mar. 2018, visitors arriving in Oman are required to have an electronic visa prior to arrival as per the new immigration requirement. Kindly visit the website: https://evisa.rop.gov.om/ for more information. Note:All sea water in Oman has a slight discoloration due to red tide,swimming is not allowed in the ocean.Al Husn is not equipped to receive young guests up till 18 years old, it is ideal for adults&couples only.Complimentary daily shuttle bus to Muttrah Souk in old Muscat & for suite guests additional private return transfer from/to the airport in an audi a8.in keeping with the privacy & exclusivity of Al Husn's hotel's facilities, Al Husn will not cater to children under 18 years old. For families with children under 18 yrs old, we recommend al waha & al bandar hotels. NOTICE: Regards with Al Waha Hotel closure, the hotel would like to inform you that Al Waha closure will now be extended with revised dates from 16 June – 06 August 2019 (inclusive) for the purpose of preventative maintenance. The latest check-out is on 16 June 2019 at 12 pm and first check-in upon reopening will be on 07 August 2019 at 2 pm onwards. During the period of closure, the Al Waha restaurants including Samba, Surf Cafe, Assira and Bait Al Bahr will be closed (subject to changes) and guests can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of Al Bandar hotel including a variety of restaurant options. *In order to comply with the local customs during