Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat – A Favorite for Families in Muscat
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah offers 460 rooms, including Superior, Deluxe, Premier, and One-Bedroom Suites. Rooms start at 32 sqm, with options for garden, pool, or sea views. All rooms include air conditioning, soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with L'Occitane toiletries. Suites add a Nespresso machine, free minibar, and butler service. Family interconnecting rooms feature DVD players and PlayStation consoles. Free breakfast is provided for up to two children under 12.
Dining & Bars
The resort has seven main restaurants, including Bait Al Bahr for seafood with terrace sea views, and Sultanah for breakfast with fresh smoothies and à la carte options. Two all-day dining outlets, six cafés, and bars serve dishes like wagyu beef and Hokkaido scallops. Complimentary afternoon tea is served at Sultanah, and pre-dinner drinks with live harp music are offered in the courtyard.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can use two outdoor pools, a 550-meter Lazy River, and a private cove for snorkeling and kayaking. The spa includes private suites with treatments like massages and facials. The Turtle Ranger program protects local hatchlings. Pool and beach service provides Evian spray, ice cream, and fruit. Tennis courts and a health club are also available.
Location & Access
The resort is 50 km from Muscat International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Yitti Beach (3 km) and Qantab Beach (3 km). The city center offers access to business districts, shopping, and cultural attractions. Public transport links connect to Muscat's main sites.
Services & Extras
24-hour room service, free Wi-Fi, and laptop-friendly workspaces are standard. Butler service is available in suites. The concierge can arrange activities like visits to Marina Bandar Al Rowdha or Muttrah Corniche. Families with toddlers and tweens can use Al Waha's child-friendly amenities.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Billiard tables
- Mini golf
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Video games
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Water slides
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Night club
- Entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Full body massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor