Al Khuwair Travel Guide
Muscat
Visit Al Khuwair
Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Qurum Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Qurum Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Muscat. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Muttrah Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Muttrah Corniche, a lovely green space in Muscat. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this culturally rich area.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.
Royal Opera House Muscat
From ballet, jazz and opera to luxury shopping and ornamental gardens, you’ll find plenty to do at one of Oman’s premier cultural centers.
Al Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
Things to do
Unforgettable 4x4 Trip to Nizwa & Arabia’s Grand Canyon
Muscat: City Highlights Tour with Optional Transfers
Muscat: Evening Guided City Highlights Tour by Van
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Al Khuwair
Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat
Very clean and nice rooms. Always refill of waterbottles, coffe and tea. Very nice breakfast where you could sit indoors or outdoors. Very nice poolarea, and also very clean. Staff were superfriendly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Muscat Plaza Hotel
IntercityHotel Muscat
I paid for a business club room as I wanted the space as we were travelling a while and had big suitcases - turns out the business rooms are the same as a standard room, despite it saying could sleep 3, there is no way it could sleep 3, but with a business room you're on the 6th floor. It's not like ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Muscat International Hotel
Plenty eating options.. spar shop 2 min walk … just pick the phone… they can clean anytime for you.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Mercure Muscat
Excellent place . Gavin gave the best service . Food was good .
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
ibis Muscat
I am sad to say that while it was my fault for leaving my AirPods in the room, I subsequently emailed the hotel 3 times over 3 days, each with no reply. Not even a “we didn’t find them” or “sorry we can’t send it to you.” For a chain hotel I am disappointed at the lack of decency. Beware of the integrity ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Al Khuwair
Bawshar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bawshar and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall.
Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
Check out the beaches, spas and restaurants while spending some time in Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Oman Avenues Mall or Muscat Grand Mall.
Shati Al Qurum
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Shati Al Qurum. A stop by Royal Opera House Muscat or Qurum Beach might round out your trip.
Jal
While there might not be top attractions in Jal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and Panorama Mall.
Azaiba
Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Oman Avenues Mall and Muscat Grand Mall if you have time to explore the area.
Qurm
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or Ras Al Hamra Golf Club might round out your trip.
