In Oman, you can have a wonderful night’s sleep, whether in traditional tents, modern hotels, family-run guesthouses, or on farms. We booked all of our accommodations before our Oman tour, as our route was already set. We traveled through the country for 17 days and stayed in 12 different accommodations.
In the following article, we’ll introduce you to our accommodations, show you a few photos, and also reveal some particularly good places to stay in Oman. Enjoy browsing!
- 1. Start in Muscat
- 2. Ruined village of Birkat al Mouz
- 3. Overnight stay in the mountains (Jebel Shams)
- 4. Mountain village of Misfah al Abriyyin
- 5. Apartment in Salalah (South)
- 6. Koofan Heritage House (Taqa)
- 7. Stopover in Duqm
- 8. Wonderful oasis in Lizq
- 9. Overnight stay in the Wahiba Sands Desert
- 10. Stopover in Sur
- 11. Apartment near Wadi Shab
- 12. Last night in Wadi Al Arbeieen
- Overnight stays in Oman – Our conclusion
1. Start in Muscat
We spent the first three nights of our big tour in the capital city of Muscat. Here we booked a room at the super stylish and modern Aloft Hotel Muscat*. The hotel is just 10 minutes from the airport and can therefore be reached quickly by taxi or rental car. You should know that Muscat is not a walkable city.
You almost always need a taxi (or rental car) to get from A to B. The individual sights are scattered throughout Muscat. Therefore, it almost doesn’t matter where your hotel is in Muscat.
We can 100% recommend the Aloft Hotel. Our room was very modern and comfortably furnished and had a bathroom with toilet and shower, wardrobe, seating area, refrigerator, TV, a super comfortable double bed, and Wi-Fi.
There’s also a colorful and cool lobby with billiards and a bar, several restaurants, a small pool on the roof terrace, and a small gym. The hotel only opened in spring 2025 and is therefore still very new.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Royal Tulip Muscat*
- Fraser Suites Muscat*
- Avani Muscat Hotel & Suites*
- W Muscat*
- Al Bustan Palace*
- Shangri-La Al Husn*
2. Ruined Village of Birkat al Mouz
While we explored the oasis town of Nizwa during the day, we ended the evening comfortably in the ruined village of Birkat al Mouz. Here we had booked a very special accommodation: The Bait AlSabah Heritage Inn & Cafe* is located next to a large group of ruins, between banana and palm plantations.
The restored hotel has 5 individually decorated rooms, a stunningly beautiful roof terrace, and a café serving incredibly good coffee.
We had a small double room with a toilet, shower, and refrigerator. Since the rooms are located in an old stone house, it’s almost like traveling back in time. In the evening, we could look out over the partially illuminated ruins from the terrace.
In the morning, there’s a small breakfast buffet on the terrace with fruit, croissants, toast, cornflakes, juices, tea, and coffee. Small but perfectly formed. This accommodation is truly a little gem in Oman.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Aryaf Hostel*
- Nizwa Inn*
- Mazarah Heritage Inn*
- Antique Inn*
3. Overnight in the Mountains (Jebel Shams)
From Birkat al Mouz and Nizwa, we set off for the Jebel Akhdar Mountains. Here, we wanted to hike near Jebel Shams, the highest mountain in the range, and spend the night there. We chose the Sama Heights Resort*, which is located not far from the breathtaking viewpoints.
The complex features traditional tents as well as smaller and larger stone huts. There is also a restaurant where breakfast and dinner are served in traditional Omani style.
We stayed in the Deluxe Chalet. These chalets are very spacious and feature a terrace with seating, a huge king-size bed, air conditioning, a bathroom with a shower and bathtub, as well as a refrigerator and armchair. There was also a small tea and coffee station.
The accommodation is not far from the starting point of the Balcony Walk (approx. 7 km). We paid approximately €90 per person for this fantastic accommodation, including breakfast and dinner.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Jabal Shams Domes*
- Jabal Shams View Stay*
- Jebel Shams Resort*
- Jabal Shams Mountain Rest House*
- Canyon Rest House Jabal Shams*
4. Mountain Village of Misfah al Abriyyin
After our wonderful day in the mountains, the tour continued to the mountain village of Misfah al Abriyyin. Here we wanted to see, among other things, why this village is one of the most beautiful in Oman. The village is characterized by traditional mud houses (and many ruins) featuring characteristic falaj systems (ancient irrigation canals) that carry water to the terraced gardens.
The terraced gardens with date palms and various fruits are particularly beautiful. Most accommodations have a roof terrace with a magnificent view over Misfah. We stayed at the Harit AL Misfah Inn*, run by some young local Omanis. We were warmly welcomed with Omani coffee and dates and were shown to our small room.
The house itself has five individually furnished rooms. Our twin room was very small and unspectacular, with two mattresses on the floor, a refrigerator, air conditioning, and a bathroom with a toilet and shower. It’s better to book the “Double Room with Balcony” or the “Double Room with Mountain View.” Breakfast and dinner are included and very delicious.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Al Misfah Hospitality Inn*
- Misfah Old House*
- Bait Baityn*
- Basmat al Misfah*
5. Apartment in Salalah (South)
We drove almost 1,000 kilometers to the south of the country to spend a few days around Salalah. To be able to do some laundry, we booked an apartment. About 20 minutes east of Salalah is the huge residential complex Hawana, where you can rent apartments, hotels, and houses.
There’s direct access to the beach and sea, a small harbor promenade with restaurants, shops, and cafés, as well as a great pool area. Here, you immediately get the feeling of “vacation under the palm trees.” Our Mimosa* apartment, with its living area, kitchen, balcony, bedroom, and bathroom with shower, was perfectly adequate for us. We also had a washing machine, were able to cook something, and, above all, get some work done on our laptops (very good Wi-Fi).
Most of the apartments in this huge complex are designed this way and are very similar. Of course, you can also check into one of the on-site hotels. Just take a look at Google Maps and click through the hotels displayed in Hawana.
More accommodations in this area:
- Souly Ecolodge Salalah*
- Atana Stay Salalah*
- Juweira Boutique Hotel Adult only*
- Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara*
- Alila Hinu Bay Salalah Mirbat*
6. Koofan Heritage House (Taqa)
We left our comfortable apartment in Hawana and moved on to Taqa, a small fishing village east of Salalah. Taqa is the third largest town in Dhofar with around 21,000 inhabitants. The atmosphere there was very quiet and cozy. Here we were looking forward to a very special accommodation, namely the Koofan Heritage House*.
This is a approx. 150-year-old mud and stone house, painstakingly restored by the owner’s family. The individual rooms contain numerous original objects and pieces of family furniture from earlier times, beautifully displayed here.
The house has 12 individually furnished rooms, a small souvenir shop, a café, a tour desk, and a small museum. But the entire house is actually a kind of “open-air museum.” It is located directly in front of Taqa Castle and Burj Al Askar.
While most visitors come just for the museum (entrance fee 1 rial), we definitely recommend staying at least one night. A small, traditional breakfast is served in the morning. The staff is incredibly friendly and committed to providing guests with an exceptional experience. The accommodation is only 25 minutes from Wadi Darbat and just 5 minutes from the sea. Absolute recommendation!
Other accommodations in this area:
- Souly Ecolodge Salalah*
- Atana Stay Salalah*
- Juweira Boutique Hotel Adult only*
- Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara*
- Alila Hinu Bay Salalah Mirbat*
7. Stopover in Duqm
From Taqa, we slowly made our way back north. This time, however, we didn’t drive through the interior, but instead drove along the sea. Along the way, we passed spectacular landscapes. A long drive lay ahead of us, and so we didn’t arrive in Duqm until late in the evening. Here, we booked a simple, no-frills room at the Season Inn Hotel*.
For us, Duqm was merely a necessary stopover to rest from the long drive, get something to eat, fill up the car, and buy some snacks. In Duqm, there are restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, and numerous accommodations. For dinner, we recommend the Salkara Family Restaurant, and for a good morning coffee, the Pressed Café.
The hotel is quite new and is located not far from the main road that runs through the town above Duqm. The Season Inn Hotel* offers air-conditioned rooms with comfortable beds, bathrooms with showers, TVs, Wi-Fi, towels, and safes. Some rooms even have a small kitchen with a microwave. The reception staff is super friendly and very helpful.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Duqm Express Hotel*
- Park Inn by Radisson Hotel*
- Crowne Plaza Duqm*
8. Wonderful Oasis in Lizq
From Duqm, we drove almost four hours to Lizq, where we booked a wonderful accommodation in advance. The Lizq Oasis* is a family-run farm where lots of vegetables, fruit, and herbs are grown. The owner, Bernadette, welcomed us to her farm in a very friendly and helpful manner.
She showed us around and showed us what they are currently growing. Truly impressive. Since 2019, they have built 5 superb “cabins” (huts), which they rent out to guests. The huts are very comfortably furnished, very clean, and have air conditioning, a bathroom with shower, toiletries, a refrigerator, dishes, and a wardrobe. There is a large, open communal kitchen on the property where you can cook and eat.
The large and small pools are also very nice. Here you can really switch off and unwind. We would have liked to stay a little longer.
9. Overnight stay in the Wahiba Sands Desert
Now our adventure in the Wahiba Sands Desert was finally about to begin. We booked a night at the Nomadic Desert Camp* (including half board) in advance. We drove to the meeting point (2:30 p.m.) in the small town of Al Wasil, where we drove in a convoy to the camp with other guests. If you don’t want to drive yourself, you can also book a transfer and be picked up by the team (but it’s quite expensive).
The camp consists of approximately 20 simple huts, each equipped with two beds and a chest. In front of each hut is a small table and a bench. There are also enough toilets and showers. In the large common area, there are many colorful cushions and rugs on the floor, where you can relax comfortably. Note: Payment on site in cash.
Upon arrival, we first had dates, coffee, and tea. Around 4:30 p.m., we all hiked together to the Sand dunes to admire the sunset. From 7:30 p.m., dinner is served buffet style with local specialties such as dal, hummus, bread, chicken, lamb, and much more. You can then end the evening comfortably by the small fire with fresh mint tea.
If you don’t book an activity, you can simply enjoy the peace and quiet. We took amazing photos of the Milky Way in the evening and spent hours observing the breathtaking starry sky. The silence and darkness in the desert are truly an experience in themselves. A traditional breakfast is served from 7 a.m. onwards. Afterwards, you can make your own way back.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Bubbles Domes Private Camp*
- SAMA Al Areesh Camp*
- Alsarmadi Desert Camp*
- Thousand Nights Camp*
- Thousand Stars Desert Camp*
10. Stopover in Sur
After our visit to Wadi Bani Khalid, we continued on to Sur. Here we made a short stopover and stayed overnight at the Sur Grand Hotel. Our experience there wasn’t particularly good, which is why we can’t recommend it. Save yourself the money and book another hotel instead (unfortunately, there isn’t much choice of good hotels in Sur).
Our room (it was a well-intentioned “upgrade” from the reception, by the way) was directly above the kitchen, so we had to deal with noise until late in the evening. Outside the window, we overlooked a huge construction site. The entire complex is uninviting anyway and a bit run-down in places. Okay for one night, but we still wouldn’t book it again.
11. Apartment near Wadi Shab
From Wadi Shab, we only had to drive 5 minutes to our next accommodation. We had booked a room* in a larger house in advance via Airbnb. We were greeted on site by the owner, Khalfan, who struck us as an Arabian surfer dude.
He is super friendly, very laid-back, helpful, and incredibly hospitable. Khalfan showed us our room on the top floor, which boasted a gigantic sea view. We’ve probably never been this close to the sea in an accommodation before!
The room has a large double bed, a small couch, a bookshelf, air conditioning, and a bathroom with a toilet and bathtub. Downstairs is the living room with a kitchen/dining room, which guests are welcome to use. There’s also a beautiful small pool with sun loungers and a view of the Arabian Sea. Khalfan rents out all the rooms (we think there are three in total) and lives next door in Tiwi with his parents.
A steep staircase leads from the house down to the sea, where, depending on the weather, you can jump right into the water. From the terrace, we saw numerous turtles in the sea. The location of the house is truly magnificent! Let Khalfan give you great tips for activities and dining.
Other accommodations in this area:
- Villa with best sea&sunrise view*
- Wadi Shab Guest House*
- Wadi Shab Beach Villa*
12. Last night in Wadi Al Arbeieen
We spent our last night in the middle of Wadi Al Arbeieen, a wadi near Tiwi, which is only about 1.5 hours from the capital, Muscat. You need a 4×4 with all-wheel drive to get there, as the dirt road can be quite bumpy and the path also leads through water in places (depending on the direction).
The Wadi Al Arbeieen Resort* consists of several small houses with double rooms and two larger apartments for families. The rooms are quite small, but have everything you need: a comfortable bed, air conditioning, a refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, a toilet, a shower, and a terrace/balcony with seating and a beautiful mountain view.
There are no supermarkets or restaurants in the area. We recommend booking dinner on-site (7 rials per person). A sumptuous buffet dinner and drinks are served. Here, you can feast on local specialties to your heart’s content. The accommodation offers two canoes and two mountain bikes, which you can use free of charge.
Nearby, there is a stunning waterfall and crystal-clear, turquoise pools for swimming. The accommodation also has a small pool, which is filled with fresh water almost daily. We had a wonderful last day here and can only recommend the Wadi Al Arbeieen to you!
Accommodation in Oman – Our Conclusion
Are you looking for beautiful accommodations in Oman? Then we very much hope that our overview will help you with your search. We will be updating this list regularly and also include further recommendations from the community. Do you know of any other very good accommodations in Oman that you can recommend? Please let us know! We very much hope that this overview can help you with your travel planning.