Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat relaunches as a private getaway

Muscat: Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat unveiled its flagstone in a ceremony to commemorate its relaunch as a separate resort to Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa.
The event was attended by Mohammad Al Zubair, founder of The Zubair Corporation and Ziyad M. Al Zubair, director of The Zubair Corporation - developers and owners of the property, as well as Maitha bint Saif Majed Al Mahrouqi, Oman's Undersecretary of the Ministry of Tourism and local dignitaries. Joining the celebrations at a reception were over 100 invited guests and clients.
In repositioning Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat, luxurious and highly personalised experiences through refreshed accommodation, dining and wellness facilities have been introduced. The cliff top property was previously promoted as part of the adjacent Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, Sultanate of Oman – an integrated destination resort comprising the family and leisure-focused Al Waha and Al Bandar hotels, which opened in February 2006.
“Our hospitality strategy is to acquire and develop assets with a strong intrinsic value for long-term fundamental growth. We are excited to complete the hotel's significant refinement in time for Muscat’s peak season,” said Rashad Al Zubair, chairman of The Zubair Corporation. “As a result, we expect that the re-launch of Al Husn will further strengthen the asset’s market presence, together with the outstanding leadership of the hotel management team.”
“The timing is right to relaunch Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat as a destination for refined luxury in Oman,” said Milan Drager the hotel’s general manager. “With the dedicated support of our owners, we are elevating Omani and Asian hospitality to a new level of sophistication within an exclusive social setting for sophisticated travellers.”
References to Oman’s rich heritage begins from the moment of arrival at the palatial Al Husn – meaning ‘castle’ in Arabic. Guests are greeted by doormen in traditional Omani attire and treated to sparkling date juice and scented hand towels to freshen up. Chinese tea service is served in-room upon check-in.
Designed to reference the historic architecture of Omani forts – which can be seen in the courtyard features, arches, water installations and palm trees – the resort intends for guests to immerse themselves in its fusion of Moorish architecture in the style of the Alhambra Palace in Spain, as well as the timeless backdrop of the Sea of Oman.
In a destination famed for its beautiful dunes and rich heritage, Shangri-La Al Husn Resort & Spa, Muscat’s team of specialists are dedicated to creating historical and cultural experiences with bespoke itineraries from pre-arrival and throughout the guest’s stay.