Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
View from room
8 restaurants, lunch served
8 restaurants, lunch served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Barr Al Jissah, Po Box 644, Muscat, 100
  • Place, Qantab Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Al-Bustan Palace
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Muttrah Souq
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muscat (MCT-Muscat Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Al Waha)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 64 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 King Beds

Al Waha Superior, Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Al Waha Superior, Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Waha)

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar)

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Al Waha Superior, Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Al Waha Superior, Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Al Bandar)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Bandar)

  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Terrace (Al Bandar)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Al Waha)

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Al Waha Speciality)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Bandar, Twin beds)

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite (Al Bandar Speciality)

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Muscat

Beachside getaway.Your stay at this Barr Al Jissah resort places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Qantab Beach and Al-Bustan Roundabout. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Al-Bustan Palace and Marina Bandar Al Rowdha.

What's nearby

  • Qantab Beach - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Al-Bustan Palace - 18 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Marina Bandar Al Rowdha - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Muttrah Souq - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Muttrah Corniche - 26 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Muscat Intl. Airport (MCT) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karak Tea - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪breakfast@Samba - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Atrium Tea Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Peridot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zuka Restaurant & Pool Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

5-star beachfront resort with 2 outdoor pools
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 8 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 4 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a health club. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Muscat resort.

  • 460 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 8 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2005
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat offers 460 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Muscat resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Chi has 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: OMR 14 per person
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 8 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Lazy river
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hospital bed
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Tarassud+ mobile app before check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.
Guests age 18 and older are required to download the Tarassud+ app to their smartphone or tablet. The app must be presented at check-in along with photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for OMR 20.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: OMR 80
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: OMR 40 (from 6 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately OMR 14 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: OMR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up.

The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Al Jissah Resort
Barr Al Jissah Resort
Jissah
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Muscat
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort Muscat
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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah
Shangri La Barr Al Jissah Resort Spa
Shangri La's Barr Al Jissah Resort Spa
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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 627 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Abdul Rahman

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Family Stay at Shangri-La Muscat

The check-in process was easy and quick and the reception personnel was highly helpful (Mr. Bashar). The room given to me was on the 1st floor, which was not convenient for my family since the windows were not reflective from outside and you could be easily seen from the pool side. I asked for a room change and the reception was very accommodating and moved me to a higher room on fourth floor immediately. However the room was not ready or cleaned properly before it was given to me. The bed duvets were smelly and had yellow spots, the floor was dusty. This was fixed after i informed the room services to do the required and clean the room. The food buffet at Samba was good however the space was small for such a large resort. Swimming pool was great with the lazy river and lots of games and activities. The hotel has a good football playing area. The hotel also offers internal tours to the car museum and the Frankincense Garden. I would greatly recommend the Frankincense tour with Mr. Khaled Al Ameri, who is great tour guide and makes the tour really enjoyable. Overall, the resort is nice and good place to spend some relaxing time with the Family, but i would say value for money could be enhanced and make it better, especially when comparing to other Shangri-La resorts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

O

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional customer service

Exceptional customer service from everyone at the hotel. Met all my requirements.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rana

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest resort experiences we’ve had. Very family friendly. And the staff is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

alfri ibnu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay children absolutely loved the amenities and the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

nazila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff great beach a wonderful place to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the resort. The service was excellent and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramzi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a resort that is best suited for a family get away. It is a great place to go and detox from the chaos of the normal rat race and have beautiful bonding moments with the family. We took the kids for a 5 day break and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Parag

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to sister hotels. Good restaurants. They need more beach beds and umbrellas on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Henrique

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There are 3 different hotels within the property. Didn’t realize it at booking. Not a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole E

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel has a spectacular location but feels a little dated and tired. The rooms are comfortable but need a remodel to keep up with the rest of the UAE luxury experince. The food is ok but fairly mid for what you pay (the prices are very high, feels like airport rules as there are no other choices nearby) the amenities eg gym, tennis courts, pool and lazy river are great. I think the kids club needs a revamp, feel more like babysitting vs a kids club experience. I would have loved it to have more of an Oman vibe, felt like any hotel around the world. I do think any luxury hotel brand that comes from the UAE will outpace this place very quickly if they dont update. I strongly recommend getting a cab to Oman Mall, great shopping and food choices. Snow Oman was a must do experience, especially to have dinner with the penguins, it was a highlight of the whole trip. Would visit Oman again but maybe find a different luxury hotel next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay in Shangri-La

Weather was great for December. Staff was super nice. Location is excellent. Good snorkeling and other water sports.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay.

Had a great stay here. Staff was helpful and friendly and the breakfast buffet was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ghaith

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajinder

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was amazing with the best staff ever, every attention to detail was catered. However it did get boring only eating in the same restaurant every night. There were no evening activities on offer so be prepared for many early nights. On the upside - the gym and spa is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

We loved it!! The staff was amazing, food was great and the room was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024