Salalah is a quiet Arab town with a selection of deserted beaches and coconut plantations, most of the hotels are near the beach

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Salalah Hotel’s are much like the town itself, modern in their outlook yet traditional and intimate in their hospitality. The hotels in the area are both opulent and homely, fancy and practical, deeply conventional and progressive and even plainly predictable and surprising. Here is a guide to the interesting mixed bag of hotels in Salalah.

Hotel Crowne Plaza

This is by far one of the most sought after properties in Salalah because of its proximity to the beach and its well-manicured garden landscape. The hotel features 2 large pools and a separate children’s pool along with a pretty fountain area for family recreational activities. There is also a compressed golf course and a liberal driving range along with a gym and health club. The rooms are airy, tastefully furnished and some offer splendid sea vistas. The in-house café puts together a nice buffet and a la carte menu. A standard room here costs approximately $225 per night.

Hotel Hilton Salalah

Hilton Salalah comes with the trademark Hilton opulence, fine-tuned elegance and sophisticated luxury. The hotel overlooks a sandy beach and has modern, spacious rooms with top-class amenities. The 147 guest rooms feature nice French windows and sun decks with views of the surrounding mountains and coasts. There is a swimming pool, tennis court, gymnasium and wellness center along with half a dozen bars and restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisine. A standard deluxe room is priced at about 80 OMR.

Al Jabal Hotel

The Al Jabal Hotel is a nice 2-star budget property located very close to the airport and major town attractions. The rooms are neat and elegant and offer a personalized and comfortable stay without costing the moon. The hotel has a well-equipped business center and an in-house restaurant serving eclectic international fare. This is a suitable option for guests looking to get more value for their money. Standard rooms cost approximately $ 90 per night.

Haffa House

Haffa House is a mid-price property featuring clean rooms, modern amenities and a very courteous and hospitable staff. The hotel has a large swimming pool and a well-stocked gymnasium along with a couple of tennis courts. The convenient city center location makes all attractions and the airport easily accessible.

Dhofar House

The unassuming Dhofar House is a functional property that has basic amenities and features clean rooms minus grand frills and pricey trimmings. The affordable rates and handy location make this a popular accommodation option with budget tourists and backpackers.

Salalah has a nice potpourri of accommodations ranging from plush 5-star deluxe properties to comfortable mid-sized hotels and even good-value budget properties.