The best hotels Dhofar Area

This is Dhofar's most exclusive resort, white and sober throughout, and the only one to offer, in addition to refined suites, accommodation in luxury villas with private pools. Straddling the ocean (sublime beach), wild lagoons and the archeological site of Al Baleed, the site is an exception. Top-level services: exceptional spa, sumptuous restaurants (especially Mekong), huge swimming pool, children's and teenagers' club, nautical hut, range of experiences and activities...

It's a big building planted on the beach between the Crowne Plaza and the neighboring villas. No charm on the outside, but it has the advantage of being fairly recent, and its 60 spacious rooms offer a good level of comfort, with TV, air conditioning, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and room service. If you're here, choose a sea-view unit with balcony to wake up to the waves. Coffee shop indoors and restaurant with pleasant beachside terrace. For a dip in the pool, head for the hotel next door, which belongs to the same owner.

It is the only youth hostel in the sector, clean and well maintained. It is located a little away from Salalah, about minutes drive from the city centre and the airport, on the road to Thumrayt. It has 32 suites (with private bathroom and kitchenette) and 16 fairly spacious rooms, all with telephone, TV with satellite channels, fridge and air conditioning. On site, restaurant with buffets and à la carte dishes.

This large, horizontal, vacation village-style complex features around 50 villas just 2 steps from the sea, divided into single and double rooms, suites and apartments. Facilities include tennis courts, swimming pool, gym, sauna, wellness center, café, restaurant and, of course, a long, beautiful beach. The all-white accommodations are built in Arabic style, and some have three bedrooms, kitchen, living room and terrace - ideal for families. Not very charming, but comfortable (TV, mini bar, air conditioning).

On the seafront, this new hotel in the Marriott luxury chain opened its doors in February 2010. 237 comfortable rooms, including 138 Deluxe, 13 suites, 3 Presidential and 50 bungalows of one to two pieces placed on the beach. Many themed restaurants, bars and lounges, including a seafood table (Al Dhana), an Arab café (Mirbat Café), a cigar bar (Havana), an English pub (The Cove)… Service of High Diligence and High-level Benefits: Fitness centre, spa, tennis, swimming pool of 2000 square meters, children's paddling pool… The establishment specialises in the seabed and offers its clients a range of aquatic activities: Scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, wholesale fishing. Also selected tourist excursions in the region. A good new address!

Active in Jebel Akhdar, where it perches a sublime hotel on the side of a canyon, the Indonesian hotel chain occupies an equally exclusive site in Mirbat, between sea, lagoon, sand and rock. Space is king, and the 112 rooms, suites and villas seem to melt into one another. The immensity of the beach, the exceptional spa, the range of experiences, the creativity of the cuisine, the beauty of the pools and the contemporary chic of a decor that emphasizes materials rather than colors, all contribute to a sense of total disconnection. Service to match.

Situated on the eastern tip of Hawana, this large complex benefits from a very good seaside resort via several protected beaches planted with coconut palms. Adapted to all types of clientele (families, couples, seminar groups), it has 577 rooms and 5-star suites, and offers all the ingredients of a luxury holiday club: swimming pools, spa, several bars and restaurants, a plethora of water and land activities, children's and teenagers' clubs, etc. In France, Fanar is sold by Kappa Club in the form of an all-inclusive holiday energized by a team of French-speaking entertainers.

The ancestor of the Dhofar seaside resort, this seventies-style Crowne Plaza sits on one of Salalah's most beautiful beaches and, despite its aging decor, continues to brilliantly fulfill its role as a formatted hotel. For a stay of rest, leisure and bathing, the site is extra, offers a plethora of activities (9 holes, tennis, squash, diving club, wellness center, etc.) and guarantees the essentials: varied catering (5 tables), Pub, shishas. Preference for rooms in wing B, on garden level with sea view. New: the Ocean Blue Beach House is a must!

Here we are in a real five-star hotel, with pleasant rooms and suites. Although all of them are very comfortable, avoid the ones at the back that look out onto the highway, "the mountain" they say. Sea view is better, but it also means industrial harbor view as soon as you turn your head a little to the left and especially when you enter the beach. So, stay at the pool in its gardens and enjoy the good services and facilities of this small provincial palace. On site: tennis, fitness, diving club, several bars and restaurants.

Another hotel whose location makes the most of seduction. It has 25 rooms, singles, doubles or families, and a restaurant. We are not surprised by the specialities of the map, Arabic, Indian, Chinese and Continental.

At odds with the local hotel scene, this is the only ecolodge in the region and by far the coolest address. Set on a dazzling white beach, the 21 wooden and palm-leaf bungalows are extended by a large sea-view terrace on stilts. Straight ahead, the ocean is a painter's blue; to the east, the beach stretches as far as the eye can see, interspersed with Khor Souly's only lagoon - a birdwatcher's spot. A magical place! On-site: restaurant, café, buggy rental, camel rides.

Located in the business district, close to the Sultan Qaboos Mosque, this new hotel is obviously ideal for businessmen passing through Salalah, but can also be attractive for couples or families staying in the area. With its modern comforts, the hotel boasts an attractive rooftop swimming pool, an international cuisine restaurant and a fitness center. The aim is not to spend a long vacation here, but to visit the region or if you're just passing through Dhofar, it's quite sufficient.

This 400-room Rotana is a fine example of Arab-contemporary architecture. From the entrance patio to the immense swimming pool and long beach, you're never far from the water, as the hotel's walkways follow the curves of the marina's canals. This is a 5-star resort worthy of the name, with its choice of bars and restaurants, kids' and teens' clubs, high-tech gym, tennis courts, water and land sports, spa... All-inclusive stay with entertainment orchestrated by Bravo Club.

This large complex, although only a few kilometers from the beach, is perfect for families. It boasts a very large garden with a river-shaped swimming pool, a children's playground, a spa and three restaurants. There is a wide choice of room categories: deluxe, apartment, villa, chalet... some with direct access to the pool from the terrace. Excellent value for money in Salalah. The hotel also has its own private beach, but here's a word of advice: use the pool!

It's the ideal option for a budget stay in a new, connected, trendy hotel: an ideal base from which to explore the region and share experiences with fellow travellers on the way back. Formatted for conviviality and encounters, Atana Stay is a young, family-friendly and relaxed concept, with living spaces centered around a central lounge and its restaurant. In the 52 rooms, you'll appreciate the comfort of a good 3* and the touches of street art on the walls of the suites. Swimming pool.

The immense beach is just ahead, powdered with white sand. A neighbor of Beach Resort Salalah, this old-fashioned hotel benefits from the same natural setting, but also boasts a swimming pool by which to have breakfast or relax during the day. The hotel's 25 two-bedroom apartments are spread over 4 floors, and some even offer a mini-balcony in addition to the bedroom and kitchen. In addition, there's a multi-couch villa. No restaurant, but lunch and dinner are available at the nearby Beach Resort Salalah.