Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat - Adults Only Resort

“Our favourite retreat!”

This is our favourite retreat in the whole world, and we say that as highly traveled people. We returned at the end of August 2025 for a 3rd time at this hotel and 5th time across the resort. Quiet and serine, we listened only to the ocean every day for eleven days whilst by the pool or on the bea… more

This is our favourite retreat in the whole world, and we say that as highly traveled people. We returned at the end of August 2025 for a 3rd time at this hotel and 5th time across the resort. Quiet and serine, we listened only to the ocean every day for eleven days whilst by the pool or on the beach. To find this level of peace is highly unusual in a hotel. So many other try to make themselves trendy by playing music by the pool, yet for those of us who don’t live near the ocean this is why we come….to hear the sounds of nature and escape the business of modern life. The sunsets on the beach are incredible. No mistake though, this hotel does not scrimp on luxury or service. We were lucky enough to have Anne Aspillera assistant front office manager handle our booking directly, and our every need was considered and catered for. Rooms are serviced to an exceptional level by a non intrusive yet highly efficient housekeeping team. The head of housekeeping on our floor checked in with us each day, to make sure we were happy. The staff at this hotel feel like a family to us, overseen by Jean, the Hotel Manager who spent much time talking with our family of five and ensuring everything was just right for us. The wonderful, Said, ensured our time at the pool and beach was everything we had dreamt of. We loved to learn about Omani culture from him and Hussain. They take great pride in their work and we loved the laughs we enjoyed with them on our daily buggy rides to and from the beach. The presence of Omani staff embodies the resort concept. Traditional Omani architecture, hospitality and culture. We found ourselves continually drawn to the reception area, to engage in conversations with the Omani Concierge Team. We truly knew we were in another part of the world, admiring their traditional attire, and knowledge of their country and culture. What a gift to find this. So much for the world does not retain its own identity and so many hotels choose glamour or modernity over culture. They really are missing something. We travel for unusual and different experiences. Special thanks to Jassim, Jamil, Salim, and all those who made our stay so special over coffee in reception. Of course one of the most important parts of any holiday is food, and the resort did not disappoint. Our thanks goes to chef Karan who took the time to come out at breakfast each day to see what the team could do to serve us beautiful meals that evening. He had created a special menu for our family, due to some resort wide restaurants being closed, due to low season. We loved this, being able to eat each night in the adult only space, following the wonderful evening drinks on the terrace. The food was exceptional. We also enjoyed the addition of the Omani menu this year. Thanks to Nim, Kalpesh, Pankaj and Ajay for your wonderful service in the reataurant. There is so much I could say about this wonderful resort. We always enjoy the lazy river, the additional beach at the other hotels and the leisure/sports facilities. We hear that Hilton is taking over the resort, and we really hope they retain all that is so good about this resort and most importantly the incredible team of staff who have created, together, an exceptional experience of coming home, for those who return. With much thanks to them all. ❤️

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“fantastic resort”

well worth the visit we stayed over for the weekend at this fantastic resort the hotel was beautiful and the location excellent the food was amazing high quality there are three hotels on site and you can use them all

“My stay at Shangri-la At Husn”

I visited Oman last week on a leisure trip and stayed for 2 nights at this hotel. Even though the hotel is around 40 to 50 minutes drive from the Airport, it is a beautiful super luxury property surrounded by sea and mountains . I had beautiful room facing the sea with a beautiful view. The breakfa… more

I visited Oman last week on a leisure trip and stayed for 2 nights at this hotel. Even though the hotel is around 40 to 50 minutes drive from the Airport, it is a beautiful super luxury property surrounded by sea and mountains . I had beautiful room facing the sea with a beautiful view. The breakfast was a la carte and had some delicious and exotic options that I have not yet experienced in other hotels. The staff are courteous and very helpful. Taxi apps do not work from the hotel, but there is a Marhaba taxi service that took me around Muscat and back to the airport. Hotel does have complementary bus shuttle to the Mall in the morning and Muttrah souq in the evening. Overall this is a beautiful property not only for leisure but also for destination weddings and other occasions. I highly recommend this hotel for everyone visiting Muscat and also consider this property for leisure, small and big weddings, MICE and other special occasions. I am myself an film producer and hope to do some film shoots in and around the Shangri-la hotels.

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“A genuine 4.5* location!”

This place can’t justify a 5* but neither is it 4…the actual average on TA is about right. Let’s tackle what’s good; - great attentive staff without expectation and searching for tips - great location with beaches, nice pools and a feeling of isolation - superb breakfast to the extent you don’t nee… more

This place can’t justify a 5* but neither is it 4…the actual average on TA is about right. Let’s tackle what’s good; - great attentive staff without expectation and searching for tips - great location with beaches, nice pools and a feeling of isolation - superb breakfast to the extent you don’t need lunch! - nice extras built in like afternoon tea and cocktails So why not 5*. Well this hotel is looking a bit tired. The rooms are big and comfortable but lack the modernity of newer hotels (no USB sockets, older style bathrooms). Hilton have just acquired it so hopefully they’ll spend some money on the rooms. The tiles and general decor around the pools need attention (missing grout/cracked tiles/missing paint). The restaurants are varied and offer a good standard of food. Was the à la carte offering 5*, no, not by any stretch but it was a very acceptable standard whether Indian, Moroccan, Italian or other.. The pricing is way off for food and drinks. I’m sorry but you can’t charge £13 a pint of Stella and a fixed Thai meal (no drinks) for £75 each… So overall a very good experience with good reasons to want to come back. However, be sensibile on drinks/food-pricing and spend some money doing it up.

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