Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara, Oman

Part of the Anantara brand of hotels, Al Baleed Resort Salalah is perched on Oman’s southern coastline in the capital of Oman’s Dhofar province. The resort is situated next to Al Baleed Archaeological Park and the Museum of the Land of Frankincense, but you can easily venture farther afield into the mountains or desert. A spa offering myriad wellness therapies, fitness classes and a 44-metre infinity pool number among the onsite amenities, but there are plenty of excursions to enjoy too. Discover Arabian culture on a luxe mobile camping adventure, partake in a wine master class or trek to Jebel Samhan and enjoy the views from 1,700-metres up. Salalah International Airport is a 15-minute drive away, with the resort happy to arrange transfers.

Room options

Indicative of the luxurious quality that Anantara is known for, the resort’s rooms offer elegant Omani design with light interiors and complimentary extras. With 136 rooms, villas and pool villas ranging from 53 to 630 square metres to choose from, there’s something to suit all family sizes. The accommodation on offer includes Deluxe Rooms, with the option to pick ones that see the sunset; the Deluxe Sea View Room; and Junior Suites. If you’re after a bit more space, there’s a wide range of villas, some of which include private pools and direct beach access. Speak to Swift for the latest deals on the best rooms at Al Baleed Resort Salalah.

Traditional hammam

The traditional hammam tailors sumptuous therapies to your needs. Coconut Indulgence, inspired by the surrounding plantations and designed to detoxify and energise, starts off with a welcome coconut drink, before a floral foot ritual, coconut scrub, banana leaf wrap and coconut-oil massage. Or, if you want to explore the hammam’s wellness expertise, there’s a three-tiered wellness programme, ranging from three to seven days; Shinohara, an Ayurvedic healing therapy; and tranquil yoga sessions.