Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Muscat, Oman
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Is Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 8.8/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: beach; kind staff; views. Main complaint: far from the centre (21 km).
Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews
“Al Bustan Palace's grandeur”
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is an unforgettable Muscat landmark — a grand lobby, elegant comfortable rooms, stunning beachfront views against the Hajar mountains, a private beach (a ladies-only beach drew special praise) and relaxing pools, great breakfasts, half-board dinners across cuisines, and warm impeccable service with thoughtful detail. Guests highly recommend return stays; no material complaints appeared.
- Rooms
- Elegant, comfortable rooms for guests on each stay.
- Service
- Impeccable, warm staff for guests on each stay.
- Location
- Beachside under the tall Hajar mountains.
- Food
- Great breakfasts; varied dinners too during some stays.
- Facilities
- A private beach and pools during some stays.
- Value
- An unforgettable stay for guests on each stay.
- Cleanliness
- Well kept for the guests here.
- Beach
- Kind staff
- Views
- Good food
- 2 Outdoor swimming pools
- Sauna
- Gym
- Far from the centre (21 km)
Best forLuxury staysBeach tripsFamilies
How it compares
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel ranks #7 of 39 hotels Staylist lists in Muscat and #6 of 14 5-star hotels there. At about $343 a night it is 118% above the median for 5-star hotels in Muscat ($157).
About the hotel
- Address
- Al Bustan St, Muscat, Governorate of Muscat, 114, Oman
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Chain
- The Ritz-Carlton (Marriott)
- Opened
- 2011
- Renovated
- 2018
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 12:00
- Distance to centre
- 21.2 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Muscat Airport (40.49 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Amenities
- 2 Outdoor swimming pools
- Private beach area
- Snorkeling
- Sauna
- Spa
- Massage room
- Gym
- Private parking
- Bar
- Tennis court
- 3 Restaurants
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Business center
- Children's pool
- Playground
- Water slide
- Kids' club
- Childcare service
- Currency exchange
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Valet parking
- Al Khiran Kitchen
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
- Does Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel have a pool?
- Yes: 2 outdoor swimming pools, children's pool.
- Is there parking at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?
- Yes: private parking, valet parking.
- What wellness facilities does Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel have?
- Sauna, Spa, Massage room, Gym.
- How far is Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Muscat Airport, about 40.49 km away.
- How far is Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel from the centre of Muscat?
- About 21.2 km.
- Is Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.