travel42 Hotel Review: Mandarin Oriental, Muscat

Mandarin Oriental, Muscat travel42 Professional Hotel Review

Location and History

This beach-side Mandarin Oriental is located toward the eastern end of Muscat, in the upscale Sarooj district, which is primarily residential but also has many consulates and embassies.

Property Overview

A landscaped stone-tiled drive curves slightly uphill to a drive-up portico. Regal wood doors lead into an elegant marble foyer. On either side, pale-gray sofas draped behind with gauzy fabric give an exotic ambience.

The lobby features an...