Oman's newest boutique hotel welcomes first guests

Oman's newest boutique four-star hotel, The Sifawy, opened its doors to welcome its first guests on 16 September 2011.

The new property is located in Jebel Sifah which is less than an hour's drive from the capital city of Muscat and Oman's international airport, making it very convenient for international visitors.

The Sifawy, meaning those "from Sifah", offers 55 guest rooms, including 30 suites, and each room has a private balcony, is equipped with all the essential amenities and services to cater to the most discerning traveller.  The Marina Suite guests are provided with a personal butler who will look after all aspects of guest stays. The property features a large swimming pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, fitness centre, treatment room, in addition to a wide range of activities and excursions.

Jebel Sifah is fringed with sandy white beaches and turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea and has the Hajjar mountain range as a majestic backdrop making it extremely picturesque. Guests looking for authentic regional and international dining experiences can dine at the hotel's restaurant, Al Sabla, or the beautiful beach restaurant, As Sammak, which offers fresh, locally-fished seafood.

Ideally located in the heart of the picturesque marina town, close to the main entertainment hub with restaurants, cafes, shops and buzzing night-life, the hotel is the first opening in Oman for the Egyptian-based property company, Orascom Development.

Orascom and Muriya (a subsidiary of Orascom Development) hopes to develop Jebel Sifah further resulting in a premier leisure destination, matching the Egyptian sister resorts of Taba Heights and El Gouna which offer four and five star hotels, shopping complexes, restaurants, a marina and golf courses.