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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa

In Our Opinion

Families will love, love, love the activities and services at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. Jump on the inflatable tubes and travel the lazy river inspired by the old water systems of the region; head to the Splashpad for touch sensitive water fun and enjoy the 6 pools across the resort.

Location

Situated on the coast of Oman Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa is 29 miles, 40 minutes, from Muscat International Airport.

  • Moutrah Souq – 12 miles, 23 mins by car
  • Bait Al Zubair – 10 miles, 20 mins by car
  • Qurm Nature Reserve – 16 miles, 27 mins by car
  • Muscat – 21 miles, 36 mins by car
  • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque – 22 miles, 31 mins by car

Facilities

Leisure

  • 3 pools
  • Tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Turtle Care Project

 

Chi, The Spa

  • Vitality hydro pool
  • Steam room
  • Tundra & tropical showers
  • Ice fountain
  • Relaxation room
  • Massage/facials/wraps/hammam/body treatments

 

Water-cooled powered by Uniboats - prices vary depending on activity

  • Snorkelling
  • Kayaks
  • Stand-up paddle boards
  • Wake boarding
  • Wind surfing
  • Jet ski
  • Flyboarding
  • Sailing

 

Diving – Extra Diving Qantab – additional charges apply

  • Scuba Diver/Open Water Diver courses
  • Introductory dives
  • Beginner/Advanced/Kids courses

 

Excursions

  • Dolphin watching
  • Snorkelling trips
  • Muscat Tour
  • Wadi Walk
  • Majestic Mountains tour
  • Wahiba Wilderniess

 

Services

  • Express check-in & check-out
  • Airport transfers
  • Shuttle service to city & shopping areas
  • Taxi services
  • Laundry & valet services
  • 24hr room service
  • Pharmacy
  • Gift shops
  • Hair & beauty salon

Restaurants and Cafés

Al Tanoor

Al Tanoor provides the heart of the resort's dining offer, serving three meals a day in classic Arabian style at the Al Bandar hotel. Every evening, a special theme adds to the atmospere. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Capri Court

Bringing the flavours of Italy to Oman, Capri Court pairs the finest Italian wine with authentic dishes from the beautiful country. An expert team of specialist chefs follow the Italian tradition of drawing on the best seasonal and local ingreitents to create a culinary feast. Open for dinner only.

Circles

Circles takes you on a tour around the world of casual poolside dining at Al Bandar. Enjoy pizzas, juicy burgers and crispy calamari, fresh salads and succulent meats from the grill. Food is available from 12:00 until 18:00.

The Piano Lounge

The Piano Lounge at Al Bandar promises a night of timeless elegance. Gaze over the Gulf of Oman from a spacious terrace or relax in comofrt at the bar, as the gentle sounds of the piano accompanies a curated selection of wines and beverages. Buy one, get one on selected beverages from 18:00 to 19:00, and 22:00 to 23:00.

Samba

Serving Asian, Latin American and Mediterranean dishes, both buffet style and a-la-carte, the open show kitchen makes every meal an experience that won't be forgotten. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Bait Al Bahr

Translating to "House of the Sea", the restaurant's classic open veranda and glass-walled interior sets the scene perfectly. Select your choice of freshly caught seafood from the luxurious display to be cooked to order. Open for dinner only.

Assira

Assira at Al Waha ensures the fun of the family pool and giant slides doesn't need to stop for something to eat. A true family favourite, Assira features light meals and snacks, including sandwiches and burgers. Fodo is available from 12:00 until 18:00.

Chow Mee

Chow Mee takes diners on a vivid journey through the heart of Southest Asia, offering a fusion of the flavours and styles of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam and Thailand. Open for dinner only.

The Turath Cafe

Offering a true taste of Oman, The Turath Cafe lives up to its name, meaning culture and heritage. This elegant Al Bandar cafe promises authentic regional favours paired with tea and coffee from Oman leading speciality houses. You can completw the experience with a visit to the small museum housed above the cafe. 

SiO2

A beach lounge with a difference, SiO2 invites you to connect with all four elements - water, air, earth and fire - in a setting the evokes the best of each: Al Bandar beach. Set beside the waters of the Bay of Oman, from September to May, this is the perfect place to kick back and relax.

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Honeymoon

Oman is a mysterious and romantic location and Al Waha is an oasis for honeymoon couples. Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa offers the following:

  • Special honeymoon set up in room on arrival
  • Cake, fruit & flowers on arrival
  • Chi, The Spa bathroom amenities
  • Glass of champagne or date juice on arrival

For guest staying five nights or more they will receive in addition:

  • One, one-hour treatment for two at Chi, The Spa
  • One bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival

Conditions

  • Hotel to be informed at time of booking
  • Proof of marriage or valid marriage certificate within 6 months of arrival date to be presented at check-in

Families

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa welcomes families with children of all ages and offers the following facilities and services to ensure they have an enjoyable stay:

Accommodation
• Units can accommodate between 1 and 3 children

Amenities
• High chairs

Dining
• Child menu available
• Children’s Meal plan – enquire further

Services
• Medical facilities and pharmacy
• Complimentary shuttle service daily to Muscat and Muttah Zouk
• Babysitting and child care services available

Cool Zone Kids Club
Located in Al Waha besides Samba restaurant. Children up to the age of eight years old are welcome to enter Cool Zone. Children under the age of four years old should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Open 09:00 - 20:00

Children's Pool
The children's pool located beside the Circles pool bar, at Al Bandar Hotel, and next to Assira pool bar, at Al Waha Hotel.
Open 09:00 - 18:00

Lazy River
Meander your way between Al Waha and Al Bandar and back again, on inflatable tubes along the Lazy River, inspired by the centuries-old falaj system that brought fresh water to remote Omani villages.
Open 09:00 - 18:00

Activities for Children
Children love the fun activities, such as Loom Band Making, Make a "Minion" and Henna Painting. Shangri-La also offer a variety of fun games to keep the junior guests engaged.

Splashpad
Located on the headland at the Al Waha hotel, Splashpad is an aquatic play area for the whole family with a combination of water features including light mists, touch sensitive sprays and projection jets.
Open 09:00 - 18:00

Mini Golf
All aspiring golfers are invited to come and enjoy a game of mini golf on the exciting golf course, which features nine challenging holes and is located adjacent to the Health Club. Grab your golf putter and balls from the Health Club's reception.
Open 09:00 - 21:00

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