Name: Doubletree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha
Address: Muscat, OM
Price range: From $179

Doubletree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha, MuscatDoubletree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha in Muscat, Oman has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 20 of 62 hotels we score in Muscat. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $179 a night (cached, not a live quote).Doubletree by Hilton Muscat Al Waha is a beachfront resort situated in Barr Al Jissah at the base of the Al Hajar Mountains. The property contains 302 rooms and suites designed with Omani village architecture. It serves families and business travellers through facilities such as a gym, spa, and multiple dining outlets. Guests have access to a private beach, an outdoor swimming pool, and a hot tub. While the resort offers a quiet setting near Bandar Jissah and Qantab beaches, visitors will require a car to reach the hotel easily. The rooms include desks and Wi-Fi for those working remotely.What stands out

Private beach access

Staff are helpful and welcoming

High standards of cleanliness

Child friendly swimming pool

Watch out for

Requires a car for easy access

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