The setting is fantastic.Best beach and gardens in the world.The swimming pool is something else.The food and service is world class.

Brilliant; this was my first time back after the 2 year renovations. The service is fantastic; in fact the best service I have ever experienced at any hotel I have been too.
Very clean.
Very good location only 15 minutes away from Muscat and 25 mins from Muscat Airport. Lovely beach.
Many people say that it is not good value for ...

we stayed at Al Bustan Palace Omana while ago and with the speculation that it wont open found this blog - its already open. http://blog.omanholiday.co.uk/blog/_archives/2008/11/2/3958588.html

Loved the beach and everyone was really nice. The food was excellent and the people in the hotel were able to help us with what ever we wanted them to.

I have stayed with my wife three times at the Al Bustan Palace in 2000, 04, and 06. Everytime we have returned to the hotel thanks to its outstanding service and exceptional facilities. We have just heard through friends the hotel will reopen in September and I called and they are no taking reservations.
We cannot wait for our next stay and see all the changes promised.

we have stayed at the palace several times and conducted excellent business there. I am in the movie industry and meet a lot of people who are searching for the ultimate global luxury. Well guys you have it ! see you whenever I can next get there.

We spent Christmas 2006 & New Year in the hotel. It was magic, the staff could not do enough for you, the service was attentive, the food was wonderful and all your needs were catered for. Rooms were large and luxurious. We can't wait for the place to reopen to go again.
The hotel is out of the way but the shuttle bus service to Muscat ...

Disliked. Too far to walk to anywhere outside hotel in the June heat. Liked:- Loved the attentive service in this great hotel while in low season. Unable to move
far outside, we were teated as honoured guests in this beautiful palace. Disliked - Too hot to do many outdoor excursions. Be careful who you book them with. We were put in dangerous ...

the location is stunning with its own priviate beach and beautiful crystal clear seas. the hotel is an spectacular piece of archetecture and the rooms are all of a high standard. the food is amazing the tastes and presentation are all 5 stars!!