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Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Name: Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Address: PO Box 1998, Muscat, OM
Telephone: +96824799666

Third band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.

7,981 guest reviews analysed

PO Box 1998, Muscat, Oman

Distinctions

Forbes Travel Guide
Global excellence index
Industry awards
Card travel programme

EMPTYJET Consensus

83.7 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

Analysed from 7,981 guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking.com and Trip.com.

Most noted: rooms.

Best for

families
couples
beach
wellness
business

About Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, is an EMPTYJET property in Muscat, Oman, featuring 250 rooms. The hotel provides direct access to a private beach, including the sultanate’s first private ladies-only beach. Leisure facilities include a 3065 square meter spa spanning three levels, an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, and a fitness centre. Dining options include Al Khiran Kitchen serving international cuisine, and afternoon tea is available under the dome. Families benefit from a dedicated kids club and Ritz Kids activities. Additional services include a business centre, 24-hour room service, concierge, and valet parking.

Why it stands out

Al Bustan Palace is listed for its EMPTYJET status, prime Muscat location, and recognition by La Liste (Top 1000, 2026) and Forbes Travel Guide (Recommended, 2026). The property stands out for its private beach, extensive spa, and range of amenities appealing to both families and business travellers.

Key facts

Official classification: 5-star (google_maps)
Keys: 250 rooms
Check-in / out: 15:00 / 12:00
Children: Our young guests can enjoy a splash park, zipline and numerous Ritz Kids activities
Type: Beach, Wellness, Family, Business

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

Private beach — the sultanate’s first private ladies-only beach
Beach access — evidence: the sultanate’s first private ladies-only beach
Swimming pool — Overlooking the resort's infinity pool and the ocean
Infinity pool — evidence: Overlooking the resort's infinity pool and the ocean
Snorkelling — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Snorkeling

Dining

Fine dining — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Restaurant On-Site
24-hour room service — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Room Service
Afternoon tea — evidence: afternoon tea served under the dome

Family

Kids club — evidence: numerous Ritz Kids activities

Services

Concierge — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Concierge
Valet parking — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Valet Dry Cleaning
Business centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Business Center

Wellness

Spa — Al Bustan Palace Spa by the Ritz-Carlton
Fitness centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Fitness Center

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Restaurant: Al Khiran Kitchen — International

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Spa: Al Bustan Palace Spa by the Ritz-Carlton — 3065 square meters of facilities housed on three levels and treatments

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Beach: Private beach

Services

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Pools: 1

Awards & affiliations

La ListeTop 10002026
Forbes Travel GuideRecommended2026
World Travel AwardsWinner · World's Leading Palace Hotel2022
American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts

Location

23.5665, 58.6152 · approximate

Position is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+

EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
Official brand / collection siteBrand11 fields
Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields

Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

About Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Key facts