LOCATION:- On the beautiful bay at Barr Al Jissah in Oman on the waters of the Gulf of Oman. Approximately 15 minutes from Muscat Airport. Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa comprises three luxury hotels in Muscat: Al Waha ("The Oasis"), an ideal choice for families and people traveling together, Al Bandar ("The Town"), a deluxe hotel in the heart of the resort, and Al Husn ("The Castle"), the most exclusive retreat. All spacious rooms are designed to reflect the enchanting Arabian spirit of traditional Oman, and contain artworks and imagery created by local artists. Guest rooms may feature memorable views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman and the dramatic coastline. Superior Rooms offer Muscat accommodation that features spacious comfort with a contemporary style, in a garden setting convenient to the pool area. The name Al Waha means "The Oasis", and has been designed in such a way that the hotel's several swimming pools form an oasis incorporating many date palm trees. Complimentary broadband Internet access. The main beach is a one-kilometre expanse of warm golden sand washed by the cool turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman. Down a short path you'll find Turtle Beach, a smaller, secluded beach at the edge of the mountains. The main beach offer bathrooms, showers, beach loungers, umbrellas, towels, and bar service with light snacks. The beaches and facilities are for the private use of guests. Al Husn private beach is a secluded beach for the exclusive use of guests of the Al Husn Hotel. The beach offers a full bar and butler service, in addition to the services available at all the guest beaches.

Superior Rooms in the Al Waha hotel have King beds only when accepting an extra bed ( space is restricted). All rooms have pool or sea views with balconies, separate bath and shower with a minimum size of 32m². Added Value:- Children under 11 years of age can enjoy complimentary buffet meals when dining with a paying parent up to a maximum of 2 children. The hotel runs a complimentary daily shuttle bus service to the downtown area in Muscat and the Muttrah Souk. Guests of the Al Waha Hotel at the Shangri-la will receive:-

Complimentary juice on arrival
Complimentary English or Arabic Newspaper
Tea and coffee making facilities in the room
Complimentary Bottled water in the room, by the pool and at the beach.
Complimentary WiFi/ Broadband internet access

DINING AT THE SHANGRI-LA
(There are 6 main restaurants, 7 casual dining outlets and pool bars, 3 lobby lounges, 2 bars and a nightclub)

Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa offers a wide choice of restaurants in Muscat at each of the three hotels. At Al Waha hotel , enjoy the culinary theatre and Latin flavours of Samba or pick up a child-friendly meal at the Surf Café. Al Bandar hotel has Capri Court, with contemporary Italian cuisine, as well as Tapas & Sablah, an outdoor dining experience . Al Tanoor features an evocative Arabian atmosphere that creates an engaging dining experience at each of the many open culinary outlets. Two culinary high points of Oman may be found at Al Husn hotel: Sultanah, a stylish restaurant with a luxury cruise theme, and Shahrazad, the only authentic Moroccan restaurant in Muscat, which serves traditional Moroccan cuisine in a contemporary and refined setting. Whilst at the beach, enjoy Bait Al Bahr, the ideal place for traditional Omani seafood against the backdrop of a magnificent sunset.

The Piano Lounge
With a long terrace overlooking the Gulf of Oman, the Piano Lounge offers memorable views of the sea and the surrounding resort. The perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks or late evening cocktails and cognacs, the extensive menu includes light snacks, coffees, teas and a wide range of wines and popular beverages.

THE SPA
The Spa, CHI, is the largest and most luxuriously appointed spa in the Sultanate of Oman. Each treatment takes place in one of twelve private spa villas, allowing you to indulge your senses in spacious and private surroundings.

CHILDRENS FACILITIES
Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Muscat offers families a welcoming, worry-free holiday in an enchanting corner of the world. Children can play in the safe, supervised environments, whilst parents relax and enjoy their own time together. Located in the Al Waha Hotel in the heart of the resort, Cool Zone For Kids provides both air-conditioned/indoor and outdoor play areas, both under trained supervision. Children up to the age of eight years old are welcome to use Cool Zone and in case of children under the age of four years old, they should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Cool Zone is open from 7am to 7pm

ADVENTURE ZONE The Adventure Zone is an exciting family entertainment venue for all thrill seekers with a variety of modular play areas from Over Under Hurdles, Tumble Tower and Swing Over Net to a climbing wall, soft play areas and daily Nintendo Wii Sports challenges. The highlights are the three Drop Slides providing fun and adventure for all, with the ultimate 6.5m Demon Drop slide. Adventure Zone also offers party rooms for younger guests celebrating that special day. Adventure Zone is located in the Al Mazaar souk adjacent to the Omani Heritage Village and is open daily from 10am to 10pm. The children's pool, open from 6am to 8pm, is located beside the Circles Pool at Al Bandar. LAZY RIVER - Meander your way between Al Waha, 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. The Lazy River is open daily from 9.30am to 7pm. Children love the popular games such as Treasure Hunt, Henna Painting, and the Sand City Competition. The hotel also offer activities that let children explore traditional Arabian crafts in a hands-on, engaging way.

SPLASHPAD - Located on the headland at the Al Waha hotel, Splashpad is an aquatic play area for all the family with a combination of water effects from light mists to touch sensitive sprays and projection jets.