The Centara Muscat Hotel. The Centara Muscat Hotel.

The Centara Muscat Hotel is located in the Omani capital’s bustling Ghala Heights business district, close to the convention centre, Royal Opera House, and the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 

The hotel features three restaurants, a spa, and a rooftop pool and ter-race with views out over the Gulf of Oman. Its premium lounge, banquet and meeting facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, plus proximity to Muscat’s shopping and historical sites, are designed to serve both business and leisure travellers.

The new property features a diverse F&B offering. Akdeniz, an authentic Turkish restaurant, serves fine coffees, Middle Eastern snacks and mezzes, plus meats and fresh fish seared on a traditional Ocakbasi grill. Tip-tara restaurant features Thai dishes and international choices, while The Roof offers a relaxed venue for barbeques and private events.

The hotel features a banquet hall large enough to accommodate cocktail receptions of 280 people along with three smaller venues including a boardroom which can be adjusted to fit a range of uses. Other facilities include a signature SPA, a rooftop pool and a fitness centre.

Centara Hotels & Resorts chief executive officer Thirayuth Chirathivat said in statement: “Introducing Thai hospitality culture for the first time to this historic crossroads between East and West is an exciting opportunity. We believe a thoughtfully-designed, modern facility in this ideal location will be a welcome addition to Muscat, whether you are here on business or vacation.”

Centara is planning additional openings in Doha, Qatar later this year and Deira Island off of Dubai in the UAE in 2020.

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