MANDARIN ORIENTAL MUSCAT

The hotel’s gastronomic offering caters to all tastes. Rawya pays homage to the flavours of the Silk Road with is Euro-Asian dishes, Essenza celebrates the irresistible cuisine of Italy, and Si Breeze always delivers with its charming cicchetti and drinks combinations. There is also a spa offering healing rose quartz rituals, massages with rosemary and lavender oils, and rejuvenating green coffee and sea salt exfoliates. Take your indulgence one step further with a ritual in the traditional Persian hammam, where exfoliating honey scrubs and a green tea hair cleanse are washed down with soothing black olive soap. There is also an inviting, palm-shaded swimming pool and meditation garden for those seeking to take their blissful relaxation outdoors.

The hotel is primed for exploring the beauty of Muscat. The Royal Opera House and Opera Galleria shopping mall are just a five-minute drive away, while the city’s impressive Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque with its impressive architecture is just a little further along. There is also the Mutrah Souq, ideal for those looking to shop for local crafts – and possibly try a little bartering. Beyond the city, the sprawling Wahiba Sands and Oman Grand Canyon showcase the breathtaking landscapes on offer here.

SUITABLE FOR:

• Couples & romantics
• Spa & wellness enthusiasts
• Urban adventurers

THINGS TO DO AT THE HOTEL:

• Enjoy a soothing ritual in the traditional Persian hammam and spa
• Tuck into delicious Italian cuisine at the Essenza and Si Breeze restaurants, or Euro-Asian dishes at Rawya
• Treat yourself to afternoon tea at Sawa Lounge or a pastry from the Mandarin Cake Shop
• Escape the heat with a dip in the swimming pool overlooking the beachfront
• Unwind with a meditation session in the meditation garden or sunset terrace

THINGS TO DO NEARBY:

• Get lost in the drama at the Royal Opera House
• Peruse the inviting selection of shops at the Opera Galleria shopping mall
• Haggle yourself a bargain at the Mutrah Souq
• Admire the gleaming white architecture of the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
• Explore the sprawling Wahiba Sands and Oman Grand Canyon