Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat in Muscat | Cheap Hotel Deals & Rates on CheapTickets.com

Room type	Options	Nightly price	Book
Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar) 549 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 549-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Other room types
Al Waha Superior, Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds 344 square feet 2 Twin Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 2 Twin Beds 344-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View Room with view 409 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 1 King Bed 409 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Waha Superior, Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View Room with view 344 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 344-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Suite, 1 Bedroom (Al Waha) 732 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 732-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom, dining area, and sitting area Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Al Waha) 689 square feet 3 King Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 4 guests (up to 3 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 3 King Beds 689-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with pool views Layout - 2 bedrooms Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Al Waha) Room with view 484 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 484-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Waha Superior, Room, 1 King Bed 344 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 344-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View Room with view 409 square feet 2 Twin Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 2 Twin Beds 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Bandar Deluxe, Room, 2 Twin Beds 409 square feet 2 Twin Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 2 Twin Beds 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Suite, 1 King Bed (Al Bandar) 818 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 818-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with partial sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Room, 2 Twin Beds, Terrace (Al Bandar) 409 square feet 2 Twin Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 2 Twin Beds 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Al Bandar) 409 square feet 1 King Bed (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 1 King Bed 409-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with garden views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Bathroom grab bars Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price
Al Waha Superior, Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View Room with view 344 square feet 2 Twin Beds (Extra beds available: Crib) Room sleeps 3 guests (up to 2 children) Room cleanliness: Exceptional! 4.6 2 Twin Beds 344-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with sea views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), 24-hour room service, and free bottled water Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate shower Practical - Phone, safe, and iron/ironing board; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on request Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible Non-Smoking Room is accessed via exterior corridors Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability		Select dates to see price

Hotel Amenities

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. At Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 19 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 poolside bars and 5 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a health club. Complimentary self parking and valet parking are available on site.

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat is a smoke-free property.

Library
Express check-in
Lazy river
Waterslide
Number of outdoor pools - 2
Elevator
Fitness facilities
24-hour front desk
Business center
Porter/bellhop
Express check-out
Free self parking
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Free valet parking
Computer station
Swimming pool
Table tennis
Terrace
Luggage storage
Hair salon
ATM/banking
Concierge services
Gift shops or newsstand
Snack bar/deli
Pool umbrellas
Outdoor tennis courts - 2
Total number of rooms - 460
Number of floors - 4
Number of buildings/towers - 2
Tennis on site
Number of bars/lounges - 5
Number of poolside bars - 2
Full-service spa
Marina on site
Beach umbrellas
Spa treatment room(s)
Billiards or pool table
Meeting rooms
Tours/ticket assistance
Year Built - 2005
Beach sun loungers
Steam room
Free WiFi
Pool sun loungers
Sauna
Health club
Free wired internet
Smoke-free property
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
Children's pool
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Number of restaurants - 19
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Laundry facilities
Beach towels
Arcade/game room
Wedding services
Garden
Multilingual staff
Free newspapers in lobby

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Languages Spoken

English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Russian
Indonesian
Thai
Arabic
Azerbaijani
Filipino
Hindi
Turkish

Parking

Free self parking , Free valet parking

Room Amenities

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat offers 460 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. This Muscat resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Air conditioning
Television
Minibar
Daily housekeeping
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Room service (24 hours)
Desk
Premium bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Free bottled water
Wireless internet access
Access via exterior corridors
Blackout drapes/curtains
Slippers
Separate bathtub and shower
Free WiFi
Deep soaking bathtub
Balcony or patio
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Electric kettle
Towels provided
Bedsheets provided
Number of bathrooms - 1
Local maps
Guidebooks or recommendations
Electrical adapters/chargers
Laptop-friendly workspace

Where to Eat

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.

Shahrazad - This restaurant serves dinner only.

Al Tanoor - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Bait Al Bahr - This beach restaurant serves dinner only. Open daily.

Capri Court - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Samba - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Things to Do

2 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a health club are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river, a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Fishing on site
Miniature golf on site
Snorkeling nearby
Tennis lessons on site
Beach volleyball on site
Kayaking on site
Windsurfing nearby
Windsurfing on site
Yoga classes/instruction on site
Playground on site
Rowing or canoeing on site
Boat tours nearby
Fitness classes on site
Sailing on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby

Spa Services

The onsite spa has 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Number of treatment rooms 12
Outdoor treatment areas
Couples treatment rooms
Manicures and pedicures
Body treatments
Body wraps
Facial treatments
Body scrubs
Aromatherapy treatments
Hot stone massage
Deep tissue massage
Swedish massage
Sauna in spa
Prenatal massage
Steam room in spa
Minimum age to access spa is 16
Thai massage
Reflexology
Sports massage
Detoxification wrap
Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

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Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time ends at midnight

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for OMR 20.0 per night.
Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

You need to know

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up.

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Security system

Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association

Staffed front desk

Property mobile app required for guests

Property mobile app name Tarassud+

Smoke detector

Guests must provide health documentation

Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 18

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is available

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Mobile key entry is not available

Gloves are available to guests

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Children stay free - maximum age 11

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Children stay free

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service

Debit cards

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately OMR 10 for adults and OMR 10 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: OMR 20.0 per night

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

Hotel Names

Al Jissah Resort
Barr Al Jissah Resort
Jissah
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Muscat
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort
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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort
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Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah
Shangri La Barr Al Jissah Resort Spa
Shangri La's Barr Al Jissah Resort Spa
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We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

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.

Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up.

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