Al Bandar at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort 5*

The name Al Bandar means 'the town' which is reflected in the hotel's architecture. Buildings of varying heights crowd together around a central courtyard, reminiscent of a square. In this delightful town, luxury and relaxation are never far away, and guests can enjoy a large 1,400 square metre swimming pool fitted with fixed tiled sunbeds for relaxing in the water, or join in with activities and cultural shows.

All elegantly decorated rooms and suites are with either a balcony or terrace.

Amenities include private bathroom with walk-in shower, tea, and coffee making facilities, safe, telephone, TV and Internet access.

The resort's highly unique features include a separate CHI, The Spa, three fresh-water swimming pools, two inter-connected by a specially designed lazy river, four tennis courts, a large variety of food and beverage outlets, including six main restaurants, seven casual dining outlets and pool bars, three lobby lounges, two bars and a nightclub. For a true taste of Arabi, the Omani Heritage Village provides first-hand experience of a traditional village lifestyle and features a souk and an open-air amphitheatre. There is also a dedicated marina and dive centre, a full-time Turtle Ranger and a great many watersports including dolphin and whale watching.

A selection of unparalleled restaurants range from Middle Eastern to Italian cuisine and Tapas.

Coffee house, ice cream cafe, nightclub, cocktail lounge and pool bar with wood-fired pizza oven.

Guests have use of other resort facilities, including private beach, swimming pools, 250-metre lazy river, fitness centre and CHI, The Spa.