Anantara Salalah - Al Baleed Resort is on course to open this summer in Dhofar.
Developed as part of a joint venture between Omran Hotels & Resorts and Musstir, the hotel will be managed by Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas.
The property will feature 136 guest rooms and studios as well as one, two and three bedroom pool villas. The resort is located 10 km from the city centre and 15 km from the airport.
James Hewitson, general manager of Al Baleed Resort – Salalah by Anantara, said: “It is a great honour to work with Musstir and Omran and to be given the opportunity to open such a distinguished resort in a destination which is developing at a strong pace. Salalah is a unique location - not just within Oman but for the whole of the GCC. The Anantara brand has been built by drawing upon the expertise and heartfelt hospitality of our hosts in each destination – my team and I look forward to welcoming team members from the local region.”
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“We are actively meeting with leading premium and luxury travel companies and will announce later this week opening room rates for residents and citizens of Oman,” he said.
The Anantara Spa will feature a range of signature spa treatments and hammam using local ingredients and techniques. Activities ranging from water sports to tennis, and the dedicated children’s and teens’ club will also serve as attractions.
On the F&B front the resort will feature a Middle Eastern beach bar and an Asian restaurant, showcasing cuisine from along the Mekong River.
The resort also puts guests in close proximity to the Al Baleed UNESCO archaeological sites, the Citadel, City Wall and Grand Mosque.
Dr. Mohamed bin Ali bin Mohamed Al Barwani, founder and chairman of MB Group/Musstir, added: “This development is testament to the results which can be achieved through strategic Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) with the government, which is the first of its kind between Oman for the real estate and hospitality sector. It is a learning experience, we are proud to herald the opening of the resort with our government partners, Omran.”
The hotel has been designed to reflect Dhofar’s rich heritage and intricate artistic details, which is inspired by the region’s coastal fortresses and is surrounded by palms, trees, tropical gardens and water bodies.
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