The Barceló Resort, Mussanah

A well-maintained four-star sports hotel built for the Asian Beach Games. It is located near Mussanah, a 60-minute drive from Muscat Airport, right on the Indian Ocean.

The Barceló Resort, Mussanah, is built around a large marina and sits directly on the Indian Ocean. The resort features several pools, including one with a 50-meter lane for swimming enthusiasts. Kilometers of secluded beaches stretch right from the hotel, perfect for walking and swimming.

This very well-managed hotel has won several awards in recent years and, as a result, offers excellent service and clean, well-maintained rooms—all at moderate prices. It’s worth booking a sea-view room for the direct view of the blue ocean. All rooms have a balcony.

The hotel restaurant, with a terrace overlooking the sea, offers a selection of international dishes at a 5-star level. The spa has also made a name for itself among locals, so Omanis and their families visit there as well.

With “Oman Sail” as a partner for water sports—ranging from diving and sailing to kayaking—the Barceló Resort offers an exceptionally wide range of activities for beginners, families, and even advanced participants.
The hotel is a great base for exploring the southern Batinah Plain—including Barka, Al Hazm, Rostaq, and Nakhl—as well as the Hoqain, Abyadh, and Bani Kharoos wadis.

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