Monday 02 / February / 2026
Muscat: InterContinental Muscat has concluded 2025 with a remarkable series of achievements, reinforcing its position as one of Oman’s most iconic and established luxury hotels. Set along the capital’s prestigious beachfront, the hotel continues to define excellence through refined hospitality, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality that resonates locally and internationally.
Throughout 2025, InterContinental Muscat continued to strengthen its position as one of Oman’s leading luxury hotels, delivering consistent progress across key areas and achieving several operational milestones. These achievements reflect the hotel’s strong leadership, commitment to excellence, and continued focus on people, quality, and long-term sustainability.
These efforts were recognized with multiple prestigious accolades, including being named Oman’s Leading City Hotel 2025 by the World Travel Awards, Best Luxury Urban Resort in Oman at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025, and Highly Commended Best Business Hotel in Oman by Business Traveller Middle East. The hotel was also shortlisted for Best Business Hotel in Oman at the Business Traveller ME Awards 2025.
Beyond guest-facing excellence, InterContinental Muscat continues to be recognized as an employer of choice. IHG Hotels & Resorts in Oman was once again certified as a Great Place To Work® 2025–2026, reflecting a workplace culture rooted in diversity, unity, and authentic Omani hospitality. The hotel’s commitment to sustainability and responsible operations has also been acknowledged through multiple environmental and social responsibility awards.
In recognition of its contribution to business tourism, InterContinental Muscat received a special token of appreciation from the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism – Sultanate of Oman, highlighting the hotel’s role in positioning Oman as a leading destination for meetings, events, and corporate travel in the region.
Commenting on the hotel’s achievements, Sebastian Thomas, General Manager of InterContinental Muscat, said:
“These achievements are a direct reflection of the passion, dedication, and leadership of our entire team. We have exceeded expectations in 2025, not only in performance but in how we deliver meaningful experiences to our guests and colleagues. As we look ahead, our focus remains firmly on quality, innovation, and elevating every touchpoint of the guest journey.”
Looking forward, 2026 marks an exciting chapter for the hotel. Alongside InterContinental Hotels & Resorts’ 80th global anniversary and Trader Vic’s Muscat celebrating 20 years, InterContinental Muscat begins the countdown to its own 50th anniversary in 2027—a milestone that underscores its enduring legacy since opening its doors in 1977.
“The year ahead is about building on our legacy while continuing to strengthen what defines us,” Thomas added. “We will remain focused on innovation, investing in our people, and upholding the values of authentic Omani hospitality. As we move closer to our 50th anniversary, our priority is not only to honour our history, but to continue shaping a future defined by quality, purpose, and excellence.”
The imagery accompanying this feature reflects the leadership and team spirit that define InterContinental Muscat, showcasing the people behind the hotel’s continued success and shared commitment to excellence.
As InterContinental Muscat enters 2026, the hotel remains committed to delivering exceptional experiences, setting new benchmarks in luxury hospitality, and continuing to shape Muscat’s hospitality, dining, and lifestyle landscape with confidence and purpose.
Part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, InterContinental Muscat features 270 rooms and suites and seven distinctive dining venues. The hotel is one of Muscat’s most established luxury destinations for both leisure and business travellers.
