Name: Ibis Muscat
Address: Muscat, OM
Price range: From $39

Ibis Muscat, MuscatIbis Muscat in Muscat, Oman has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 56 of 62 hotels we score in Muscat. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.1 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 4.3, Agoda 2.5. Rooms from about $39 a night (cached, not a live quote).Ibis Muscat is a three-star, smoke-free hotel situated in the Al Khuwair business district. It sits within walking distance of Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall, and is a short distance from Al Ghubra Beach. The property contains 171 air-conditioned rooms featuring city views, tea and coffee making facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can use the on-site gym, restaurant, and business centre. The hotel provides free parking and accessible facilities. It suits business travellers and shoppers looking for a functional base. While the rooms are modern, some guests have reported maintenance issues regarding lighting and bathroom cleanliness.What stands out

Close to major shopping malls

On-site fitness centre

Free parking available

Located in a business district

Watch out for

Occasional maintenance and cleanliness issues

Limited space for large luggage

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