Muscat Travel Guide

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With 797,000 inhabitants, Muscat is the most populous city in Oman. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Muscat has to offer.

If you’re looking for affordable options, Shiraz Restaurant - Crowne Plaza Muscat (P.O. Box 1455) and Trader Vic's - InterContinental Muscat (Al Kharjiya Street) are great picks.

Muscat in August

Estimated hotel price

$198

1 night at 3-star hotel

$198

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Muscat in June, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 38 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 21 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 30 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Muscat, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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When flying to Muscat, you’ll arrive at Muscat Seeb (MCT), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Muscat from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 24h 55m.

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Where to stay in Muscat

From 5-star hotels such as the Intercontinental Muscat to great affordable options like the Swiss-Belinn Airport Muscat, Muscat offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $344 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mutrah Hotel and Naseem Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Muscat, with prices from $36 to $535 per night. Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Muscat are about 119% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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Al Bustan Palace A Ritz-Carlton Hotel

5 stars

Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)

$413+

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The Chedi Muscat

5 stars

Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)

$510+

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Intercontinental Muscat

5 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

$277+

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Sheraton Oman Hotel

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

$153+

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Centara Muscat Hotel Oman

4 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

$104+

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Hiring a car in Muscat costs $105 per day, on average, or $420 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $1.06 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $12.65 and $16.86.

Hiring a car in Muscat costs $105 per day, on average, or $420 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay $1.06 per litre in Muscat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $12.65 and $16.86.

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