Name: Sifawy Boutique Hotel
Address: Muscat, OM
Price range: From $107

Sifawy Boutique Hotel, MuscatSifawy Boutique Hotel in Muscat, Oman has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 34 of 62 hotels we score in Muscat. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 4.1. Rooms from about $107 a night (cached, not a live quote).Sifawy Boutique Hotel is a four-star property situated in the Jebel Sifah resort. It sits by the Arabian Sea with views of the mountains and marina. The hotel contains 67 rooms, including 29 suites, and offers direct access to a private beach for activities like kayaking. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, or the nearby nine-hole golf course. Dining options include three restaurants, such as Tugra which serves Turkish food. It suits families and travellers looking for coastal activities, though the location is a drive away from Muscat. The rooms feature air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and safes.What stands out

Direct access to a private beach

On-site Turkish restaurant

Nine-hole golf course nearby

Large outdoor swimming pool

Watch out for

Located away from Muscat

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