The W Hotel in Muscat!
After our road trip through Oman, we wanted to close it off with a once-in-a-lifetime experience: spending a night at the W Hotel in Muscat.
By the way, this is not a sponsored post in any way. I just wanted to share my honest opinion about the W.
I’m actually more of a camping guy, and I don’t care too much about hotels (you’re out exploring anyway!) But we wanted to go for some true relaxing after our trip to Oman.
The W, as anywhere in the world, is expensive. Especially because we were there during high season…, but it should be worth it right? I’ll just cut to the chase, yes it’s worth it!
In this review, I’ll share all my experiences of our stay at the W Hotel in Oman.
Key Takeaways:
- Room Vibe: Super modern, spacey, and unique
- Pool Scene: Resort-style with chill vibes
- Rooftop Pool: Most epic pool on a roof I’ve ever been
- Location: Next to the beach & near major sights
- Worth it? Yes.
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My recommended Hotels in Oman 🛏️
W Hotel Muscat, Oman
Muscat, Oman
$$$ – Upper Range
The best rooftop bar and pool I’ve ever been- Just more than amazing
The best rooftop bar and pool I’ve ever been
First Impressions & Arrival
Driving up to the hotel, you’ll see an impressive entrance that sets the tone right away. It’s a different hotel than any other.
Our 4×4 covered in sand stood out a bit in contrast to the expensive cars!
Quick spec overview
- Room price when we visited: $440 during high season in February 💸🥲
- Location: Shatti Al Qurum, Muscat
- Breakfast included? Yes, amazing
- Check-out time: 12 pm (I prefer this so much more than check-out times at 10 or 11!)
- Spa or Gym access? Yes
- Parking situation: Free and easy to find
Inside the Room: Bold, Spacey Luxury
In my life, performing as a DJ all over the world, I’ve spent quite some time in hotels, and I’ve seen loads of hotel rooms. Most hotels tend to be very similar and have this kind of old, a bit dusty interior. The W Hotel does not. It’s a totally different vibe than any other hotel room I’ve ever been.
The room’s interior certainly isn’t how I would style my own house! But it’s a really cool, spacey vibe that just feels special and luxurious and takes your mind off your daily life, if that makes sense.
Pool Vibes at the WET Deck
At the heart of the hotel, there is a huge pool, which looks more like a resort than just a pool. During our time there, there was plenty of space and beds to chill. There was no need to rush to a sunbed! Waiters were walking around bringing drinks,
In the pool, occasionally, activities were being held, such as aqua aerobics or a game. An instructor would pump up the crowd through a microphone. The music was loud but nothing too crazy, and the activities didn’t take long.
The Rooftop: Drinks, Views & Smoothie Accidents
Now this was the cherry on the top (hotel?). We actually had a drink here before we embarked on our roadtrip because we saw photos online and wanted to check it out.
Quick side note, when we had a drink there one of the servers accidentally spilled a green smoothy over my wife’s clothes, they apologized and we got free drinks, no biggie, but eventho after this little incident this place just stuck with us the entire trip which is what made us decide to book a night at the W.
After our drink we asked downstairs at the lobby what the price was of one night, they said 440 dollars, ouch! We said well, we’ll think about it and left. After our trip we came back and the staff member remembered us! He said, welcome back, excellent choice. I thought that was quite funny.
Back to the terrace, first you have a huge open space on the 6th floor named the Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar, when you walk further there is a bar with a long pool in front of it on the edge of the building. It’s truly spectacular. We stayed here for hours, sipping on drinks.
During our time there, in high season in February, it was really quiet. I think we saw about 10 other visitors at the roof top bar! There was no loud music, only relaxing vibes.
Beach Access & Local Vibes
After some roof pool-relaxing, we went for a stroll on the Shatti Al Qurum Beach. At the back of the hotel, there is an exit that you can easily reach. In all honesty, it’s more of a park than a real beach; it’s not a super white Caribbean kind of beach.
But what I liked about it was the mixed crowd enjoying the nice weather. People were playing badminton, volleyball, and all kinds of games. It was a very lively area with a beautiful sunset.
Breakfast was, well… spectacular again. Anything you could think of was there, from fresh pastries and fruit to live cooking stations with eggs, pancakes, and local Omani dishes.
What I especially loved was the option to sit outside. There’s just something about sipping your coffee in the warm morning sun, palm trees around you, and a gentle sea breeze. It made the whole thing feel even more like a vacation. I could easily hang out there for an hour enjoying the vibe.
The outdoor space you see here below was reserved for breakfast in the morning.
Location
We mostly stayed inside the hotel/resort area, except for a stroll along the beach, but the location is obviously excellent. It’s in walking distance form the famous opera house which you should definitely visit, and it was easy to reach by car and it’s next to the beach.
It’s about half an hour driving from the Muscat International Airport.
Is It Worth the Price? Final Thoughts
So, was it worth it? It sure was. When I compare the W to other hotels (we actually had a quick Look at Kempinski) with similar prices or even more expensive for a room, I feel that at the W you just get more for your money.
The extravert interior, beach access and the epic pool on the 6th floor makes it more than worth it.
I wouldn’t stay there an entire week as there is so much to do and see in Oman.
But, especially after our roadtrip, where we sometimes didn’t sleep that great or couldn’t shower, spending a night at the W was a warm bath and we would go there again for sure if we would return to Oman some day.
My recommended Hotels in Oman 🛏️
W Hotel Muscat, Oman
Muscat, Oman
$$$ – Upper Range
- The best rooftop bar and pool ,I’ve ever been
- Just more than amazing
W Hotel Oman F.A.Q.
Is the W Hotel Muscat family-friendly?
Yes, we saw a few families around at the WET deck, though the rooftop bar and pool are more adult-focused.
What’s the vibe like?
Trendy and luxurious, but not snobby. Great for couples, solo travelers, or anyone wanting a break from rugged travel.
Is the hotel beach private?
Not exactly. There’s easy access to Shatti Al Qurum Beach, but it’s a public beach area. Still, it’s super close and perfect for a walk or catching the sunset.
Can you use the rooftop pool if you’re not a guest?
From what I know, the Siddharta Lounge is open to non-guests for food and drinks, but access to the pool is likely reserved for hotel guests. Worth checking ahead if you’re just visiting for the day.
What kind of travelers stay here?
We saw a mix: couples, solo travelers, business people, even a few families. It’s a trendy hotel, but not snobby or overly flashy.
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