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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

5.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
8 restaurants, lunch served
Beach/ocean view
Exterior
Sun deck

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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Barr Al Jissah, Po Box 644, Muscat, 100
  • Qantab Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Al-Bustan Palace
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Muttrah Souq
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Muscat (MCT-Muscat Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Al Waha Superior, Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

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Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Single Beds

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Single Beds

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Waha)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Waha)

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed

Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar)

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar)

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Al Waha)

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Al Waha Superior, Room, 1 King Bed

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Room, 2 Single Beds, Terrace (Al Bandar)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Al Bandar)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar) | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar)

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

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About this property

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 8 restaurants.
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. 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.
2 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a health club are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river, a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Chi, The Spa 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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat. During your stay, you'll be close to Qantab Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking, plus 2 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 8 restaurants, a coffee shop, 2 poolside bars, and 4 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Splash around at the lazy river or swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to Swedish massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy at Chi, The Spa
  • Services include supervised childcare, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, a gym, and a steam room
  • 8 minutes by car from Qantab Beach and 13 minutes from Al-Bustan Roundabout
  • Local-area shuttle service available
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Chow Mee - This diner serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Al Tanoor - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Bait Al Bahr - This beach restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.
Capri Court - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Samba - This restaurant serves lunch only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

Arabic, Azerbaijani, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Al Tanoor
  • Bait Al Bahr
  • Capri Court
  • Chow Mee
  • Samba

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 centre
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis lessons
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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

  • No pets allowed

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)!

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.
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.

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
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort Muscat
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort
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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. 625 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaewoong

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, loved it
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

karthik

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a stunningly beautiful hotel with the best service I’ve ever received. An unforgettable experience. Worth every penny since you get a lot. I will be back and also will be telling all my friends about the Al Husn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wafa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was really nice I had an issue regarding the return of my security deposit, it took a whole month
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, great People but it's pricetag is quite expensive
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tran Khanh

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Attentive staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed myself. The complex is amazing. The food is always good. One problem. The flies n the mosquitoes were very bad. I had to get an allergy injection from the onsite clinic after the normal allergy meds didn’t help the pain swelling n itching. So if you come to this property make sure you bring mosquito repellent and allergy medications.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

HOTEL DOES NOT HONOR ONEKEY BENEFITS

I booked a trip here recently and was entitled to a free room upgrade and food/beverage credit as promised by hotels.com. Neither were honored at check in or in subsequent follow up (not sure if this is the hotel or hotel.com's fault), but it is all the more egregious because I was aggressively "upsold" to a bigger room for a fee upon check-in, so clearly the upgrade was available. The good: Most of the staff very polite and friendly. The dining options were good and varied. The outdoor features of the property are generally well maintained. The price is reasonable, but just know this is in no way a 5-star resort, perhaps 3-4. The ugly: While the (paid-for upgraded) room was spacious, it was SEVERELY dated and not worthy of the Shangri-La brand. The couches and chairs showed many signs of scratches and wear. There were no updated plug-in connections for USB, etc. that you will now commonly find at lesser quality properties.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Abdullah

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Neel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property location and clean rooms sadly the VIP perk of the room upgrade was not honoured . Bait al Bahar seafood was was absolutely outstanding on two occasions
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Niko

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

Great value for a family vacation in Muscat

The hotel is really good and is one of the best value offers for a family vacation in Muscat. The facilities are really good in terms of the pools and beach. Food is good quality, while the kids portions could be 20% bigger compared to what is usually served in the UAE for example. Wifi works well except some social media like Telegraph is blocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024