When I walked in to this hotel I was worried that it would be all glitz and no delivery. The foyer is spectacular! But I needn’t have worried. I think we were in one of the lowest cost rooms but it was lovely. Superb King size bed, very comfortable, and a seating area. Well equipped on-suite bathroom. Only criticism would... more

We have just returned from Oman and stayed at the Al Bustan. It is without doubt one of the most luxurious, classy hotels around! It sounds a bit cliched but they have thought of everything. The rooms are luxurious and spotless, the food is absolutely delicious, the service is impeccable and yet it is all very relaxing and unpretentious. The... more

Without doubt, the finest hotel I have ever had the pleasure of visiting - by a mile! more

Hotel in Arabian style with 2 private beaches and delicious food. 3 restaurants available in hotel with different menu every evening. Friendly staff, clean rooms and water & fresh food ready for you every evening. Absolute privacy & relax. If you're tired from city life and feel like holiday far away from everything this hotel is perfect place for you. more

We stayed at the Al Bustan for 10 days up to Easter this year (2 adults, 2 children aged 9 and 6). 1. Rooms We booked two interconnecting Lagoon rooms, which worked well for the four of us. These are not the new modern rooms - all of those were booked up - but rather redecorated traditional rooms, which were... more

This was a return visit following the closure for refurbishment and like many who returned our first impression was that not all the improvements had been beneficial but after a few days of settling in we realised that the Al Bustan and its staff have not lost their charm. The hotel was 30% full and we (in our early 60's)... more

Spent a few days here on the way back from Bangkok and I was really looking forward to seeing what had been done to the Al Bustan over the last 2 years. Whilst I had never stayed here before I felt I knew it well as we had lunched and had dined under the stars there over the years whilst... more

Having had three enjoyable visits to the Al Bustan, my wife and I were looking forward to seeing all the changes after the long refurbishment. The welcome from the staff was warm and friendly, and without exception, all the staff were both efficient and charming. The room was perfect, and the bed one of the most comfortable we have experienced... more

We stayed at Al Bustan Palace after its renovation. Great hotel, lovely beach and pool. Rooms are big and well equiped (arabian style). The service is not as good as you could expect (better in Shangri-la or Chedi). Food is really goog more