Why it’s A Family Hotel…
Nestled along the peaceful waters of the Gulf of Oman between dramatic mountains, the Shangri-La Al Waha is one of three hotels within the Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, a gated oasis about 45 minutes from Muscat International Airport. The other two hotels on-site are Al Bandar, the slightly more business focused property, and Al Husn, an adults only property, and all three share most of their restaurants and facilities., although some restaurants have age restrictions on them so check with the concierge.
Al Waha is the perfect location for families with children as it has the complimentary children’s club located on site as well as additional facilities such as a shaded children’s pool, splash pad, lazy river connecting to Al Bandar, and a bouncy castle. On hot days, there’s also an indoor soft play area located in the resort complex’s mall facilities.
Children are catered to with various activities. The children’s club is relatively small with no designated outdoor area but the lovely staff offer both indoor and outdoor supervised activities, including cooking classes and lawn games.
Dinner in the evening is served buffet style at both Al Waha and Al Bandar’s main restaurants. Both buffets have separate children’s sections and also offer a children’s movie area with pillows and rugs for children to watch a movie while parents enjoy dessert! There are a variety of other restaurants offering a la carte menus, although some restaurants are for older children (12+) and adults only so check with the front desk.
Sasha Tip
I loved the sunset camel and horse rides along the beach (available for a small fee).
Bee Tip
We stayed over New Year’s one trip and the hotel had an amazing family friendly formal buffet and NYE party!
Find Out More
Find out more at https://www.shangri-la.com/muscat/barraljissahresort/
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