Sprawling over 124 acres of landscaped gardens, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa Al Waha is the first dedicated family hotel in Muscat. Travelling with tots or teens? You’ll find plenty of child-friendly amenities here from the swimming pools complete with Lazy River surrounded by date palms, daily movie screenings at the Cool Zone Kids Club and excellent activities including henna painting and games. Stay in a Family Room with its two interconnecting rooms providing much-needed extra space, as well as a PlayStation and selection of games available on request – no matter which room you’re in, you’ll be treated to a balcony or patio for outdoor living. And for adults there’s a pampering CHI, The Spa and scuba diving trips. Bab Lounge Sessions, a lively rooftop lounge by the sea is back with a cutting-edge musical line-up. Enjoy a variety of curated beverages and light snacks, and while you buy one drink, you can enjoy a complimentary one on selected beverages from 6pm to 8pm.

Services and Facilities

CHI, The Spa (with sauna, steam rooms, Jacuzzi and plunge pool)

Gym (with aerobics classes

Swimming pools (including children's and toddlers pools and the Lazy River)

Cool Zone Kids Club

Adventure Zone

Babysitting services

Four tennis courts (at a charge)

Dive centre (PADI dive instruction and certification)

Scuba diving

Snorkelling

Dolphin and whale watching

Marina

24-hour room service

Gift shop and florist

Hair and beauty salon

Laundry and valet service

Library

Pastry shop

Complimentary shoe shine service

Shopping arcade