Evaluate: The Chedi Muscat, Oman

Usually known as the “Pearl of Arabia,” Oman is filled with gems, particularly on the subject of journey. A type of treasures is The Chedi Muscat, Oman.

Upon coming into its foyer, it is easy to see why this resort clinched first place within the World Journey Award‘s “Oman’s Main Luxurious Resort” class in 2024—merely put, it is beautiful. As digital advertising and marketing supervisor Amber Tomlinson advised me, the foyer is impressed by a Bedouin tent. “It is taking little influences of the native tradition into the property itself,” she mentioned.

Along with Bedouin and Omani influences, the 21-acre property (dreamed up by Jean-Michel Gathy) is impressed by Asian design rules. The structure of the property feels undeniably symmetrical from the modern white marble walkway paths to the plush inexperienced Zen gardens (created by panorama architect Karl Princic) that blanket the property. Mini aflaj irrigation techniques wind their manner via the gardens, a nod to the way in which that Oman has traditionally gotten its water all through the years.

I’ve lived in Oman for over a decade, and I first visited The Chedi Muscat again in 2016. The lodge opened in 2003, but it surely’s held tight to its status as probably the most luxurious locations to remain within the nation. Throughout my keep, I indulged within the infinity pool and dreamed concerning the black terrazzo sunk-in tub within the Chedi-Membership Suite room. I additionally loved the absolutely outfitted gymnasium, the spa, and its array of fine-dining eating places and cabanas. This most up-to-date go to was simply as luxurious and fabulous as I remembered—if no more. 

I spent my full staycation taking within the luxurious choices, together with a Balinese-style therapeutic massage, afternoon excessive tea, and night cocktails and canapés within the Membership Lounge. Whereas the glittering, jewel-like lights and beautiful landscapes of Oman have a lot to supply, there’s merely no purpose to go away the property should you do not wish to.

This is what it is like to remain at The Chedi Muscat, Oman.

The Rooms

The Chedi Muscat has 162 rooms and suites, every with a number of well-appointed facilities. There are six lodging varieties that company can select from, starting from the 355-square-foot Serai Sea View Rooms to the spacious, 830-square-foot Chedi Membership Suites, which include picturesque views of the close by Hajar Mountains and the glittering property swimming pools.

Rooms right here characteristic stylish, minimalist design closely impressed by Asian and Omani influences with a impartial coloration palette, attention-grabbing textures, and crowd pleasing mild options. Lodging are outfitted with plush king beds and open-plan loos with calming rain showers—the right retreat after a day exploring the capital metropolis.

I had the luxurious of staying in The Chedi Membership Suite, the last word room class. My suite was single-storied, however double-storied choices can be found. The Chedi Membership Suites have an expansive toilet, a separate front room, in addition to an outside terrace. From the deep soaking tub to the double sinks and facilities such because the fragrant Amouage cleaning soap, the suite oozed with consolation and class.

Meals and Drink

With eight on-site eating places and lounges, the Chedi has an abundance of fine-dining choices. I like to recommend having dinner at The Restaurant, which has a packed menu of dishes influenced by Center Jap, Western, Asian, and Indian flavors. For recent seafood, head to the Seaside Restaurant, the place you may get pleasure from dishes that includes regionally caught fish on a 1,257-foot-long non-public seashore.

There are additionally a number of poolside hangs that serve up improbable meals. There’s the Lengthy Pool Cabana, with a Japanese-inspired menu that includes gadgets like seared scallops and shrimp tempura; the Serai Pool Cabana provides “worldwide” delicacies (suppose issues like spicy shrimp tortilla wraps); and the Chedi Pool Cabana has traditional Mediterranean eats.

Actions and Experiences

The Lengthy Pool is definitely the standout amenity of The Chedi Muscat, and there are many poolside cabanas out there the place you may chill out and funky off throughout these steamy desert nights. However there are lots of different issues that you are able to do right here.

Moreover the Lengthy Pool, there are two different swimming pools on the property, the Serai Pool and the Chedi Pool. There’s additionally, after all, the expansive non-public seashore (out there to company solely), which has daybeds, umbrellas, and towels—plus, it is staffed with attendants.

For many who wish to maintain match, there is a health middle with Technogym gear, free weights, Energy Plate machines, a Kinesis wall, and a Pilates nook. There are additionally two floodlit tennis courts, and health courses for issues like yoga and aqua aerobics. If you wish to apply your swing, The Chedi Muscat is a 15-minute drive from three lush golf programs. Muscat Hills Golf & Nation Membership, Al Mouj Golf, and Ghala Golf Membership all have 18-hole programs and dramatic views of the Al Hajar Mountains or the Gulf of Oman.

The Spa

With glittering views of the Lengthy Pool, The Spa at Chedi Muscat is a calming wellness retreat. The greater than 8,600-square-foot spa provides holistic-based therapies out of eight charming suites. As I sat down to decide on which therapeutic massage oil I wished for my Balinese therapeutic massage, I used to be delighted by the aromatic decisions. Choices vary from blends of frankincense, cedar, and rose, to my selection, a fusion of palmarosa and lemon—so refreshing and calming. There’s a variety of therapies, together with Ayurvedic massages, revitalizing facials, and even cupping remedy.

Accessibility and Sustainability

There aren’t any rooms particularly designed for company with disabilities on the Chedi Muscat. Nonetheless, a consultant of the lodge famous that the Deluxe Rooms situated close to the reception are greatest suited to these with mobility challenges. Moreover, the lodge has ramps and lifts in place all through the property in addition to devoted, handy parking areas close to the doorway.

All mild options on the resort are LEDs for sustainability functions. The water irrigation system working all through the property makes use of recycled water. Moreover, the workers solely waters the Zen gardens within the evenings to cut back water waste. Company also can request that their linens and towels not get replaced day by day, utilizing the cardboard system out there of their rooms.

Location

The Chedi Muscat is simply seven miles and a 10-minute drive from Muscat Worldwide Airport (MCT). Airport transfers could be organized upon request, and you’ll even guide a chauffeured limousine expertise for a further charge.

The most effective issues about staying at The Chedi Muscat is its central location. Close by cultural points of interest embody the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (the biggest mosque in Oman) and the Royal Opera Home. The Bail Al Zubair Museum and Outdated Muscat, the town’s historic middle, is simply half-hour away. If you want to expertise the nation’s legendary out of doors areas, the concierge staff can organize excursions of the Jebel Akhdar Mountains, wadis (rocky river gorges within the desert), or the Gulf of Oman, the place you may see quite a lot of dolphins.

Methods to Get the Most Worth Out of Your Keep

The Chedi Muscat is a member of The Main Inns of the World, a company of luxurious unbiased lodge manufacturers across the globe, and participates in its Leaders Membership Resort Rewards program, permitting company to earn factors on their stays. The lodge can also be part of the American Specific High-quality Inns + Resorts community. If in case you have an American Specific journey card, such because the Platinum Card from American Specific, and also you guide your keep via the FHR web site, you may get perks like a $200 meals and beverage credit score, complimentary day by day breakfast for 2, and early check-in.

Nightly charges on the The Chedi Muscat, Oman begin from 150 Oman Riyal (about $390 USD).

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