Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

stars: 5
Superb
9.1

HALAL-FRIENDLY FEATURES

Halal food

All halal food

Alcohol-free areas

Alcohol-free room

Bidet amenities

Handheld bidet sprayer
• In all rooms

Leisure for ladies and family

Beach • Ladies-only
• Fully-secluded
Beach sunbathing area • Ladies-only
• Fully-secluded
Beach • Mixed-gender
• Modest swimwear allowed
Indoor pool • Ladies-only
• Fully-secluded
Outdoor pool • Mixed-gender
• Modest swimwear allowed
Wellness & Spa • Ladies-only
• Fully-secluded
Spa center, Sauna, Steam room, Hammam, Fitness, Spa treatment room, Massage • Ladies-only
• Fully-secluded
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AL BUSTAN PALACE, A RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL

A luxury beachfront hotel with a fully-secluded women-only beach, indoor pool and spa center, a mixed beach and five palm-fringed outdoor pools. The luxurious rooms and suites offer mountain, sea or garden views.
Check-in: after 14:00
Check-out: before 12:00
Languages spoken: GermanArabicRussianEnglishItalianFrenchSpanish
Beach
Pool
Wellness & Spa

LOCATION

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel address

PO Box 1998, Muscat, Muscat (province), 114, Oman

Closest airports

Muscat International Airport, Muscat (MCT)
31 min (40 km25 mi)

BEACHES

What do the colored dots mean?

Rare find: Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is beachfront!

Access: Exclusive to property guests
Distance: Within property
Surface: Sand
Beach
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Ladies-only
Fully-secluded
Only female staff
Swimwear compulsory
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Boys
: No age restriction
Beach sunbathing area
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Swimwear compulsory
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Ladies-only
Fully-secluded
Only female staff
Swimwear compulsory
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Boys
: No age restriction
Amenities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Other closest beaches

Qantab Beach
5 min drive (1.8 km)5 min drive (1.1 mi)
Qurum Beach
46 min drive (15 km)46 min drive (9.5 mi)
beach near Shati Al Qurum
51 min drive (17 km)51 min drive (11 mi)
As Sifah Beach
1 hr 5 min drive (22 km)1 hr 5 min drive (13 mi)
beach near Ghubrah Beach Park
1 hr 6 min drive (22 km)1 hr 6 min drive (14 mi)

POOLS

What do the colored dots mean?

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel has 6 pools

Pool 1
Type: Indoor
Depth: 120 cm

Open: Year-round Available during your stay!

Ladies-only
Fully-secluded
Only female staff
Swimwear compulsory
Schedule: All weekfrom 10:00 to 19:30
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Boys
: No age restriction
  • Heated in cold weather
  • Cooled in hot weather
Pool 2
Type: Outdoor
Depth: 120 cm
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Schedule: All week
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
  • Heated in cold weather
  • Cooled in hot weather
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
Pool 3
Type: Outdoor
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Schedule: All week
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Pool 4
Type: Outdoor
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Schedule: All week
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Pool 5
Type: Outdoor
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Schedule: All week
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Pool 6
Type: Outdoor
Mixed-gender
Modest swimwear allowed
Schedule: All week
no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction

WELLNESS & SPA

What do the colored dots mean?
Wellness & Spa 1
Men-only
Swimwear compulsory
Schedule: All weekfrom 10:00 to 20:00
advance reservation requiredsurcharge may apply
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 12 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Girls
: No age restriction
  • Spa center
    Child age restrictions
    Alone
    : 16 years and older (Guidance
    )
  • Sauna
    free of charge
  • Steam room
    free of charge
  • Hammam
  • Spa treatment room
  • Massage
Wellness & Spa 2
Ladies-only
Fully-secluded
No staff allowed
Swimwear compulsory
Schedule: All weekfrom 10:00 to 21:00
advance reservation requiredsurcharge may apply
Child age restrictions
Alone
: 16 years and older (Guidance
)
Accompanied
: No age restriction
Boys
: 3 years and younger (Guidance
)
  • Spa center
    Child age restrictions
    Alone
    : 12 years and older (Guidance
    )
    Boys
    : No age restriction
  • Sauna
    free of charge
    Child age restrictions
    Alone
    : 12 years and older
  • Steam room
    Schedule: All weekfrom 10:00 to 20:00free of charge
  • Hammam
  • Fitness
    no advance reservation requiredfree of charge
    Child age restrictions
    Boys
    : No age restriction
  • Spa treatment room
  • Massage
    Schedule: All weekfrom 10:00 to 20:00
    Child age restrictions
    Alone
    : 12 years and older (Strict
    )
    Accompanied
    : 18 years and older (Guidance
    )
    Boys
    : No age restriction

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is all food in Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel halal?

Yes, all food in Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel is halal.

Can I request alcoholic drinks to be removed from my room at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Alcohol is removed from guest’s room at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel if booked on Halalbooking.

Are any family and child-friendly facilities available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers Kids' club, Kids' pool, Water slides, Babysitting/child services.

Is Internet/Wifi available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers Wi-Fi (free).

Is parking available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers On-site (Free), Valet parking (Free), Wheelchair-accessible parking parking.

Are there any shops at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers Shops on site, Gift shop, Hair/beauty salon.

What are the reception services at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers 24-hour front desk, Concierge service, ATM/cash machine on site, Luggage storage, Safe deposit box, Newspapers, Tour desk.

Any cleaning services offered at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

Yes, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel offers Laundry (surcharge).

What transport/transfer options are available at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel?

We don't have any information from Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

REVIEWS
Superb
9.1

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reviews

Summary of Reviews

This is an AI-generated summary, based on verified reviews

An exceptional luxury hotel with beautiful architecture, clean and comfortable rooms, attentive service, impressive views, an excellent breakfast, and superb family-friendly facilities. Guests especially value the fully private women-only beach and spa. Dining is consistently considered expensive, and some rooms feel slightly dated.

Why you can trust our reviews
Mehmet
Germany
Dec 2025
8.8

The hotel manager was very attentive to us and helped us with both early check-in and late check-out.

We would like to thank him and everyone on his team.

The restaurant staff were very helpful, especially the Turkish chef who showed special attention. The cleanliness was superb.

Otel Müdürü bizimle çok ilgilendi erken giriş ve geç çıkışda çok yardımcı oldu.
Kendisine ve ekibindeki herkese çok teşekkür ederiz.
Restaurantaki personeller çok yardımcı oldular özellikle Türk aşçı özel ilgi gösterdi. Temizlik süperdi.

Dimas
Switzerland
Dec 2025
8.9

We really enjoyed the hotel! The service was excellent, and the staff were very attentive. The ladies' beach was an absolute 10/10. My wife felt very comfortable there! The breakfast buffet was incredibly delicious. All in all, a fantastic experience, highly recommended!

Das Hotel hat uns sehr gut gefallen! Top Service, die angestellten sind sehr zuvorkommend. Eine absolute 10/10 ist der Ladiesbeach. Meine Frau hat sich sehr wohlgefühlt! Das Frühstücksbuffet ist unglaublich lecker. Alles in allem ein Top Erlebnis, sehr zu empfehlen!

Shamil
Russia
Oct 2025
10

I liked everything except the presence of alcohol on the hotel premises.

Понравилось все, кроме наличия алкоголя на территории отеля.

Nazia
United Kingdom
Jun 2025
9.8

The hotel is beautiful. The staff are great - you are treated very well.

They have the best hotel breakfast I have ever tried. Dreaming about the pasties and avocado toast.

The amenities are very nice.

The hamam was very relaxing.

The woman's only beach is brilliant. 100% private from men. Wow!

Agim
Switzerland
Jan 2025
10

My stay at the Ritz-Carlton in Muscat was simply perfect and an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by a team that embodies hospitality at its finest.

Although check-in was officially at 3 p.m., we were given a room at 9 a.m. – remarkable service that demonstrates the hotel's commitment to guest satisfaction.

The hotel's architecture is impressive – an elegant blend of modern sophistication and traditional Omani elements. The rooms are spacious, luxuriously furnished, and offer breathtaking views of the Gulf of Oman. The comfortable beds, which ensured a restful night's sleep, deserve special mention.

The culinary offerings are first-class. Every meal was a delight – from the exquisite international dishes to the authentic Omani specialties. The quality and freshness of the food are particularly noteworthy.

This hotel is the epitome of luxury and a place I would gladly return to. A huge thank you to the entire team for this unforgettable stay!

Mein Aufenthalt im Ritz-Carlton in Muscat war schlichtweg perfekt und ein unvergessliches Erlebnis. Vom Moment meiner Ankunft an wurde ich von einem Team empfangen, das Gastfreundschaft auf höchstem Niveau verkörpert.

Obwohl der Check-in offiziell erst um 15 Uhr war, wurde uns bereits um 9 Uhr ein Zimmer zur Verfügung gestellt – ein bemerkenswerter Service, der zeigt, wie sehr hier auf die Bedürfnisse der Gäste eingegangen wird.

Die Architektur des Hotels ist beeindruckend – eine elegante Kombination aus moderner Eleganz und traditionellen omanischen Elementen. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, luxuriös eingerichtet und bieten atemberaubende Ausblicke auf den Golf von Oman. Besonders hervorzuheben sind die komfortablen Betten, die für eine erholsame Nacht sorgen.

Das kulinarische Angebot ist erstklassig. Jede Mahlzeit war ein Genuss – von den exquisiten internationalen Gerichten bis hin zu den authentischen omanischen Spezialitäten. Besonders die Qualität und Frische der Speisen verdienen Anerkennung.

Dieses Hotel ist der Inbegriff von Luxus und ein Ort, an den ich jederzeit zurückkehren würde. Ein großes Dankeschön an das gesamte Team für diesen unvergesslichen Aufenthalt!

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FOOD & DRINKS

Restaurant

Snack bar

FOR CHILDREN

Kids' club

Kids' pool

Water slides

Babysitting/child services

GENERAL FACILITIES

Beachfront, Garden, Terrace, Facilities for disabled guests, Elevator, Non-smoking throughout, Wedding pavilion

INTERNET

Wi-Fi

PARKING

On-site (Free), Valet parking (Free), Wheelchair-accessible parking

SHOPS

Shops on site, Gift shop, Hair/beauty salon

GUEST SERVICES

24-hour front desk, Concierge service, ATM/cash machine on site, Luggage storage, Safe deposit box, Newspapers, Tour desk

BUSINESS FACILITIES

Business center, Conference hall, Meeting room, Banquet facilities

CLEANING SERVICES

Laundry (surcharge)

IMPORTANT NOTES

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property has separate beaches for men and women. The women's beach is under construction and unavailable for use until further notice.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately OMR 16.27 for adults and OMR 7.5 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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