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Terrace with a view Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.
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Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort, Al Waha, Oman

On a private beach on the east coast of Oman, the Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa is a great choice for a luxury family holiday in the Middle East, with whale- and dolphin-watching, camel-riding and the opportunity to see turtles nesting. 

This huge complex is made up of three hotels, eight restaurants and three swimming pools plus a children’s pool. As well as spending quality time together, you can relax in the Chi Spa while the kids enjoy the kids' club and cultural centre.

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What to expect

Crèche
Kids club
Kids pool
Outdoor pool
Spa
Al Waha beach at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Al Waha beach at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Facilities

Childcare (see above).

Children’s pool, splash pad and lazy river.

Children’s cultural centre.

Adventure zone (for children under 16; unders 4s must be accompanied).

Camel and pony rides.

Mini golf.

Games room.

3 swimming pools.

Private beach.

8 restaurants.

6 bars and lounges.

Spa, fitness centre, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

Scuba diving (PADI), snorkelling, sailing and pool games.

Tennis courts.

Excursions, including boat trips, dolphin and whale watching.

Let us tailor-make the perfect Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort holiday for you

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Accommodation

630 rooms, including:
Interconnecting Family Suites sleeping 4 in 2 connecting rooms - 1 double and 1 twin, each with an en-suite. Twin room has DVD player and Playstation. With balcony or patio.

Al Bandar at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Al Bandar at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Childcare

Cool Zone kids' club (0-8 years; children under 4 needs to be accompanied; 9am-6pm; free of charge; trained staff; children under 4 years should be accompanied by a parent or guardian).
Babysitting (extra charge).

Location

Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort is 45 minutes' transfer from Oman International Airport.

Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort
Turtles on the beach in Oman.

Turtles on the beach in Oman.

Pool at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Pool at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Al Waha family twin room at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.

Al Waha family twin room at Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort.