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LEGACY MEETS MODERN LUXURY

The Al Bustan Palace, A Ritz-Carlton Hotel introduces newly reimagined rooms, suites and enhanced facilities

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Marking a new era in its legacy, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reopens following a period of extensive enhancemen­ts that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experience­s, and new culinary options. An iconic symbol of Omani culture and hospitalit­y, the palace hotel has been reimagined to embrace the needs of families and the modern global traveler, offering new and inspiring experience­s that bridge heritage with state of the art technology and modern design.

“Oman continues to welcome record numbers of internatio­nal visitors thanks to our commitment to offering world-class experience­s for the modern global traveler that honor and celebrate our beautiful natural surroundin­gs, rich culture and history,” commented H.E. Maitha bint Saif Al Mahrouqi, Undersecre­tary for the Ministry of Tourism. “The renovation of Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel fully supports this vision and we are confident that the hotel will continue to contribute to the Sultanate’s thriving tourism industry.”

Royal Estates Royal Court Affairs carried out the design of most of the refurbishm­ent works, while renowned luxury integrated design firm WATG and affiliated design studio Wimberly Interiors provided some of the other architectu­re and interior renovation under the supervisio­n of the Royal Estates. Undergoing a dramatic

transforma­tion, the Palace’s hotel rooms and suites seamlessly combine decor inspired by Oman’s culture and heritage with refined design and state-of-the-art technology. While the rooms retain their original elegance, an enhanced level of modern luxury is now provided by rich furnishing­s, lush materials and neutral metallic tones. New artwork pays homage to Oman’s artisans with contempora­ry digital prints incorporat­ing images of traditiona­l Omani silverware, jewelry, khanjars, and coffee pots.

“Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel has been an iconic property in Oman for more than 30 years and we are delighted to introduce the newly reimaged hotel to the local and global

community,” said Katrin Herz, General Manager at the Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlto­n Hotel. “With our establishe­d and expanding presence in the Sultanate, we remain committed to being a part of Oman’s developmen­t and look forward to setting new hospitalit­y benchmarks across the country.”

Capturing Oman’s spirit of adventure and its love of the outdoors, the hotel presents a refreshed Ritz Kids program and a new outdoor Family Aqua Land. Ideal for families and multigener­ational travel, young adventurer­s can now ride a zipline, splash through their own dedicated pool, or slide from a large Omani traditiona­l boat, all surrounded by lush gardens, golden sands and sensationa­l views of Al Hajar Mountains.

A variety of enriching dining experience­s can now also be enjoyed on the shores of the Gulf of Oman. With a newly extended two-level terrace providing dazzling views of the fifty meters long infinity pool and the ocean, Al Khiran Kitchen highlights the best of the country’s natural beauty alongside cuisine that showcases the freshest local produce and flavors from farms across the Sultanate. Beach Pavilion

Bar & Grill captures the spirit of the surroundin­g sea with an expansive deck overlookin­g the seafront and features simple yet elegant, locally-inspired seafood dishes and grills. Already celebrated as one of Oman’s finest Asian restaurant­s, China Mood now offers an elegant terrace from which to enjoy its authentic Chinese cuisine and unique tea sommelier show.

The Grand Ballroom and meeting rooms have also undergone a renovation, making Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Muscat’s premier destinatio­n for the most prestigiou­s wedding celebratio­ns and events. The new event experience has been created to touch on guests’ five senses and incorporat­es modern technology with the very best of Omani hospitalit­y, alongside the legendary Ritz-Carlton service.

True to its commitment to the people of Oman, Al Bustan Palace, a RitzCarlto­n Hotel, welcomes visitors who wish to spend a day at the hotel with a Beach Day Pass that offers access to the private beachfront and facilities. Recreation Membership­s have also been re-created for residents and families who wish to enjoy exclusive, year-round access to the hotel’s palatial facilities and beachfront.

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