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Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Muscat, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Al-Saif Grand Hotel |
5.6 / 10 (377 Reviews) |
From 38$ | |
Sheraton Oman Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (853 Reviews) |
From 77$ | |
Wyndham Garden Muscat Al Khuwair Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (1960 Reviews) |
From 64$ | |
The Chedi Muscat Hotel |
8.6 / 10 (522 Reviews) |
From 247$ | |
Behlys Boutique Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (135 Reviews) |
From 117$ |
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The 3-star Al-Saif Grand Hotel Muscat, situated at a 3 km distance from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, offers a business centre for corporate guests. Featuring 96 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is set 15 minutes by car from Natural History Museum.
The accommodation is placed in the Azaiba district of Muscat, within 10 minutes' drive of a sacred site like Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque. Museum of Illusions is 10 minutes' drive from the Al-Saif Grand, while Muscat International airport is 0.5 km from it. Situated in the heart of Muscat, the property is within a short walking distance to Al Azaiba - A bus stop.
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Offering a heated pool, the 5-star Sheraton Oman Hotel Muscat is located in a business area. Set 4.8 km from a historical site like the ceremonial Al Alam Palace, the luxury hotel includes a traditional Hammam, a steam room and a Jacuzzi on site.
This perfect accommodation is nestled just a step away from the business district of Muscat and a 10-minute ride from Mutrah Fort. The hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from Ruwi Clock Tower and about a 25-minute walk from Sri Krishna Temple. The property is situated within walking distance of Jebel, and Oman National Transport Company bus station lies about 10 minutes' walk away.
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Wyndham Garden Muscat Al Khuwair Hotel is set within 2.5 km of Museum of Illusions and around a 10-minute ride from Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Located about a 10-minute drive from Royal Opera House Muscat, this hotel comprises 143 rooms and 2 restaurants.
The property is placed about 20 km from Muscat International airport and within 10 minutes' drive of such cultural venues as Natural History Museum. The area includes such religious sights as Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque (3.9 km) and Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque (2.2 km). This 4-star hotel also provides access to shopping attractions like Oman Avenues Mall, which are 2.5 km away. The nearest bus stop is Al Khuwair, a 5-minute stroll away.
Hotels in Muscat City Centre With Parking
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The 5-star Chedi Muscat Hotel provides 158 exquisite rooms and sits at a 4.2 km distance from The Special Economic Zone Authority at Duqm. Placed in the Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah district, this luxurious hotel includes an outdoor pool and an à la carte restaurant.
The traditional-style accommodation has a convenient location a 25-minute walk from Al Ghubrah Beach Park, while shopping venues like Oman Avenues Mall are around 7 km away. The luxury Chedi offers free access to a free beach with sun loungers, parasols and towels. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit Holy Spirit Church كنيسة الروح القدس, a popular place of worship set at a 3.8 km distance from this Muscat property.
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Situated within 1.9 km of Azaiba, the 3-star Behlys Boutique Hotel Muscat features Wi Fi throughout the property and a car park on site.
The smoke-free guest house in Muscat is 10 minutes by car from Oman Automobile Association. Religious sights in the area include Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (3.9 km) and Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque (7 km). You can easily find Al Ghubrah Lake Park within a 10-minute drive of this Muscat hotel. Muscat International airport lies 0.5 km away from the property and it takes about 10 minutes by car to get there.
Hotels in Muscat
Airport nearby 🛬 | Muscat International |
Rating 🏅 | 39 |
Muscat Hotels 🛎️ | 247 |
Cities Nearby 🌇 | Al-Ghubra, Jal, Lansab |
Minimum Price 💸 | 18$ |
Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Al-Saif Grand Hotel |
Hotel with a view 🔍 | Sheraton Oman Hotel |
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Wyndham Garden Muscat Al Khuwair Hotel |
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Placed within 15 minutes' walk of shopping venues such as Panorama Mall, the 4-star Al Murooj Grand Hotel Muscat includes a storage for belongings and a restaurant. Guests of this Muscat hotel can relax in a swimming pool or benefit from a steam room, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool while enjoying location just a short drive from Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque.
Al Ghubrah Beach Park is located 10 minutes away by car, and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is approximately 10 minutes by car from the property. The Al Murooj Grand Muscat is situated 3.5 km from Holy Spirit Church كنيسة الروح القدس, which is considered to be a sacred site. The accommodation is 10 minutes' drive from Museum of Illusions. Al Maha Street Roundabout bus stop is within a minutes' drive from Al Murooj Grand Hotel.
Hotels in Muscat City Centre With Swimming Pool
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Boasting a good setting in the leisure Al Khuwair district at a 3.3 km distance from religious sites like the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, the 3-star Ibis Muscat Hotel offers baggage storage and a restaurant. 171 rooms and the 24-hour bar are available during the stay at this environmentally friendly hotel based right in the centre of Muscat.
A 15-minute stroll from Oman Avenues Mall, the great value property is also 15 minutes by car from Natural History Museum. The centre of Muscat is reachable within 25 minutes' walk. The hotel is located in the beach area of Muscat, at a medium distance from Museum of Illusions. There is Al Khuwair bus stop around 15 minutes' walk away.
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Grand Millennium Muscat Hotel
From 71$
Comprising 328 rooms, the 5-star Grand Millennium Muscat Hotel is set with direct connections to the diplomatic district of Muscat, within 7 km of Al Ghubrah Lake Park. Guests have access to a heated swimming pool, a health club and Wi Fi in public areas.
This Muscat hotel is located nearly 5 minutes' walk from Oman Avenues Mall, and at a 1.7 km distance from Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque. Situated right in the centre of Muscat, the Grand Millennium is within 4 km of Gala Wentworth Golf Club. Along with other cultural attractions Natural History Museum is nestled within 6 km of the luxury accommodation. LuLu Hypermarket Station Avenues bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is within an easy walking distance to Grand Millennium Muscat Hotel.
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Hotel Muscat Holiday, located in the Al Khuwair district, at a 3.2 km distance from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, offers cars for rent. The hotel features an outdoor pool and an Indian restaurant, boasting a location within a minutes' drive from Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque.
The centre of Muscat can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the accommodation, and such cultural venues as Natural History Museum are about 6 km away. Oman Avenues Mall is a 20-minute walk from the Holiday and Muscat International airport is 20 km away. The property is at a moderate distance from Muscat Grand Mall and other main attractions of Muscat. The bus stop Al Khuwair Highway is located at the distance of a mere 10 minutes' walk from the 3-star Hotel Muscat Holiday.
Budget Hotels In Muscat City Centre
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Comprising 120 rooms, the perfect 5-star Fraser Suites Muscat is set close to the central district of Muscat, within 10 minutes' drive of the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Located at a short distance from the polished Panorama Mall, the smoke-free hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a gym.
The luxurious accommodation is nestled around a 10-minute drive from Oman Avenues Mall, in the very heart of a central area. Situated in the very heart of Muscat, the luxury Fraser Suites is quite close to Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque. The nearby cultural experience includes Natural History Museum, which is 5 minutes away by car. Fraser Suites Muscat offers a convenient location 20 km from Muscat International airport.
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The 3-star Safeer Continental Hotel Muscat features 86 rooms and lies around 10 minutes by car from Al Ghubrah Beach Park. The modern hotel entices guests with parking, available on site.
The luxurious property is in the centre of Muscat, within 15 minutes' drive of Muscat International airport. Masjid As' Sultan Said Bin Taimur is adjacent to this Muscat hotel, while Al Maha Street Roundabout bus stop is only a 5-minute stroll away. The family-friendly accommodation is set 2.6 km from Muscat Heights View.
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Al Maha Int Hotel Oman Muscat includes 61 rooms and is set within 10 minutes' drive of the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. This hotel, located 5 minutes by car from Natural History Museum, boasts an outdoor swimming pool along with an outdoor swimming pool and locker rooms.
The accommodation is situated in a central district a few metres away from Al-touba mosque. Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex Stadium is nearly a 5-minute drive from the 3-star hotel and Muscat International airport is 15 km away. Options for cultural tourism include Museum of Illusions, set around 6 km away. The nearest bus stop LuLu Hypermarket Station Avenues is a 10-minute walk away.
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The 3-star La Rosa Hotel Oman Muscat offers 97 rooms at a 3.5 km distance from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Here, at the hotel you will find free parking, a sun terrace and an indoor swimming pool.
This property is placed about 20 km from Muscat International airport and approximately 25 minutes' walk from such cultural venues as Museum of Illusions. Religious sights in the area include Holy Spirit Church كنيسة الروح القدس (4.7 km) and Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque (4.9 km). The hotel is also at a 3.2 km distance from Shatti Al Qurum Beach. Al Khuwair bus stop is at a distance of at walking distance to La Rosa Hotel Oman.
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Levatio Hotel Muscat is set approximately a 14-minute walk from Museum of Illusions and within 5 minutes' walk of Panorama Mall. Wi Fi is available in public areas and a car park is provided on site too.
This hotel lies in the very heart of Muscat, just near Yellow Submarine Kids. Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque is also located about 20 minutes' walk from the 4-star hotel. The nearby cultural attractions include Natural History Museum, which is at a 2.2 km distance from the accommodation. The nearest bus stop is LuLu Hypermarket Station Avenues about a 10-minute walk away.
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Set in the diplomatic district of Muscat, a 10-minute drive from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Park Inn By Radisson Muscat offers a sun terrace. Located within 10 minutes' drive of Azaiba, this 4-star inn comprises 190 rooms and 3 restaurants.
The centre of Muscat can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of the property, and such cultural venues as Natural History Museum are 6 km away. Shatti Al Qurum is a 10-minute ride from the Park Inn By Radisson, and Muscat International airport is 20 km away. The area offers shopping experience such as Oman Avenues Mall a few minutes drive from the accommodation. There is LuLu Hypermarket Station Avenues bus stop close to Park Inn By Radisson Muscat, it's just 700 metres away.
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Caesar Hotel
From 57$
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Caesar Hotel Muscat is set 10 minutes by car from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. A beauty salon and a restaurant are available for guests' convenience at this 3-star hotel, which sits in the Al Khuwair district.
The property stands within 5 minutes' drive of Muscat Grand Mall. Natural History Museum is also located 4.2 km from the hotel. The accommodation is set close to embassies. At a moderate distance from Caesar Hotel you'll find Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque. The nearest bus stop is Al Khuwair a mere 10 minutes' walk away.
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Centara Life Muscat Dunes Hotel
From 33$
Centra By Centara Muscat Dunes Hotel includes 78 rooms and is set at a 3 km distance from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. This hotel features a swimming pool, a gym facility and WiFi in public areas.
The property is placed about 20 km from Muscat International airport and 10 minutes by car from such cultural venues as Natural History Museum. The 3-star hotel is located in sand dunes, and around a 10-minute drive from Al Ghubrah Beach Park. This accommodation also provides access to shopping attractions like the polished Panorama Mall, which are a 15-minute stroll away.
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Located in the very heart of Muscat, City Seasons Hotel & Suites Muscat offers fast access to Natural History Museum, 15 minutes away by car. This hotel provides Wi Fi throughout the property as well as a steam room, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor swimming pool.
The accommodation is nestled 10 minutes by car from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. The 4-star hotel is nestled in the very heart of a business district. 25 minutes' walk from Muscat Grand Mall is a perk for guests staying at this property. A local bus stop AlKhuwair South is a mere 1 km away.
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Located approximately 25 minutes' walk from Masjid As' Sultan Said Bin Taimur, the 3-star Garden Hotel Muscat offers WiFi throughout the property and private car parking. The newly built inn is situated in the heart of Muscat, at a 4.4 km distance from such cultural attractions as Natural History Museum.
The newly built accommodation in Muscat is about 10 minutes' drive from Museum of Illusions. Religious sights in the area include Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque (4.4 km) and the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (3.9 km). This Muscat hotel also provides access to shopping attractions like Oman Avenues Mall, which are approximately 2.3 km away. Al Khuwair bus stop is situated at a short distance from Garden Hotel Muscat.
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Featuring views of the city, Hilton Garden Inn Muscat Al Khuwair is located at a 3.4 km distance from the huge contemporary Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. This inn offers WiFi throughout the property, a car park on site and a rooftop swimming pool.
The accommodation is nestled within 20 minutes' walk of the polished Panorama Mall. Cultural sights in the area are Natural History Museum (4.5 km) and Museum of Illusions (0.8 km). This 4-star hotel is within close distance of nightclub and Masjid Al Zawawi Mosque. Hilton Garden Inn Muscat Al Khuwair is located 20 km from Muscat International airport and around 10 minutes' walk from Al Khuwair bus stop.
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Centara Muscat Hotel Oman
From 54$
The comfortable Centara Muscat Hotel Oman is a great place to stay in a business neighbourhood, around a 10-minute ride from Azaiba. The 4-star hotel features both Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park on site.
Holy Spirit Church كنيسة الروح القدس is 25 minutes' walk from the property, while Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is settled 2.6 km away. Cultural sights in the area are Natural History Museum (6 km) and Museum of Illusions (4.4 km). This Muscat hotel stands 4.6 km from Mohammed Al Ameen Mosque, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Al Azaiba Mwasalat bus stop is within a minutes' drive of Centara Muscat Hotel Oman.