Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Superior Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Partially refundable
Pay online
Breakfast US$23 (optional)
US$104 per night
Original price
US$420.78
Late Escape Deal
- US$84.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$336.62

US$104 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Centrally located in Al Khuwair City Center, this 4-star hotel offers luxurious rooms with a flat-screen TV. Facilities include a rooftop pool featuring scenic views of the Gulf of Oman. The air-conditioned rooms of City Seasons Hotel Muscat feature a modern décor. All rooms have an iPod docking station, a minibar, and tea and coffee making facilities. A DVD player is available on request. Hotel Muscat offers a variety of wellness facilities, including a sauna, a steam room, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. It also offers free internet access throughout the entire hotel. Raouche Lebanese Restaurant serves traditional Lebanese dishes. Guests can enjoy French pastries prepared with Middle Eastern ingredients at the Al Majlis Lounge. Hotel Muscat City Seasons is 8 km from Muscat’s old city, where guests can visit the Sultan’s Palace, the Muscat Gate Museum, and the Al-Jalali Fort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian, American, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Sea view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Superior Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Partially refundable
Pay online
Breakfast US$23 (optional)
US$104 per night
Original price
US$420.78
Late Escape Deal
- US$84.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$336.62

US$104 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
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Two-Bedroom Suite
  • Partially refundable
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Breakfast US$23
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 single beds
US$875 for 3 nights
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Presidential Suite
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Breakfast US$23
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 extra-large double bed
US$943 for 3 nights
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1 extra-large double bed
312 feet² City view Air conditioning Ensuite bathroom Flat-screen TV Soundproofing Coffee machine Minibar Free WiFi
Free toiletries Bathrobe Safety deposit box Bidet Toilet Bath or shower Towels Linen Socket near the bed Hypoallergenic Desk TV Slippers Refrigerator Telephone Ironing facilities Satellite channels Tea/Coffee maker Iron Radio Interconnected room(s) available Heating Hairdryer iPod dock DVD player Towels/sheets (extra fee) Wake up service/Alarm clock Carpeted Electric kettle Cable channels Wake-up service Alarm clock Laptop safe Wardrobe or closet Dining table Upper floors accessible by elevator Upper floors accessible by stairs only Clothes rack Toilet paper Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$68 per night
Price US$218
Included: OMR 5.648 Service charge per stay
Excluded: OMR 5.902 VAT per stay, OMR 3.811 Municipality fee per stay, OMR 2.830 Tourism fee per stay
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay in advance
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  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Room
312 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • iPod dock
  • DVD player
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$104 per night
Original price
US$420.78
Late Escape Deal
- US$84.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$336.62

US$104 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$125 per night
Original price
US$504.94
Late Escape Deal
- US$100.99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$403.95

US$125 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$110 per night
Original price
US$446.03
Late Escape Deal
- US$89.21
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$356.82

US$110 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Free cot available on request
Room
474 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$114 per night
Original price
US$462.86
Late Escape Deal
- US$92.57
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$370.29

US$114 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$135 per night
Original price
US$547.01
Late Escape Deal
- US$109.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$437.61

US$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$125 per night
Original price
US$504.94
Late Escape Deal
- US$100.99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$403.95

US$125 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
We have 6 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Entire apartment
1206 feet²
Private kitchen
Ensuite bathroom
View
Air conditioning
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$125 per night
Original price
US$504.94
Late Escape Deal
- US$100.99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$403.95

US$125 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$145 per night
Original price
US$589.09
Late Escape Deal
- US$117.82
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$471.27

US$145 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$135 per night
Original price
US$547.01
Late Escape Deal
- US$109.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$437.61

US$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
We have 3 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
398 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$135 per night
Original price
US$547.01
Late Escape Deal
- US$109.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$437.61

US$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$156 per night
Original price
US$631.17
Late Escape Deal
- US$126.23
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$504.94

US$156 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$141 per night
Original price
US$572.26
Late Escape Deal
- US$114.45
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$457.81

US$141 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Superior Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Room
312 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$104 per night
Original price
US$420.78
Late Escape Deal
- US$84.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$336.62

US$104 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$125 per night
Original price
US$504.94
Late Escape Deal
- US$100.99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$403.95

US$125 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$110 per night
Original price
US$446.03
Late Escape Deal
- US$89.21
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$356.82

US$110 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Private suite
2368 feet²
Sea view
City view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi
Max adults: 4
US$270 per night
Original price
US$1,094.03
Late Escape Deal
- US$218.81
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$875.22

US$270 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 2 left
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
2583 feet²
Sea view
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Free WiFi
Max adults: 4
US$291 per night
Original price
US$1,178.18
Late Escape Deal
- US$235.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$942.55

US$291 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 8 % Service charge
Excluded: 4 % Tourism fee, 5 % Municipality fee, 5 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$23
  • Partially refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 1 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alicecyl
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The location is good. There is a big supermarket in the same building. The money exchanger is at the exit of the supermarket. It is very convenient for the travelers. The apartment is very spacious and comfortable. The staff is very helpful. ...
  • Tansholpan
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    we’re enjoyed our stay at this hotel. Very spacious and clean. Perfect for families.
  • Irfaan
    Oman Oman
    Excellent hotel. Had a wonderful stay. Location of the hotel could not have been better.... Very convenient
  • Mohab
    Oman Oman
    Clean spacious apartment, very good smell all the time, all facilities are there , very quiet, delicious breakfast with wide range of varieties to suit everyone. Nice clean rooftop swimming pool with enough towels. Nearby all restaurants and malls
  • Captain
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    City Seasons Hotel is one of the nicest place for stay both in Oman and UAE. Breakfast was superb, Got carparking in shaded underground.
  • Mohammad
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The Hotel is clean,quiet and staff are friendly.Aloso,it is so close to all restaurants, exchange shops,Hypermarket by walk even.Moreover,the house keeping and reception do their best to let us have a comfort stay.Sure,i will go back there.
  • Altafur
    India India
    Exceptionally clean hotel and awesome variety of breakfast , very quiet and supportive staff especially Redha
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing hotel with great facilities. Very helpful and friendly staff. The apartment we stayed in was very spacious and clean. Had a 4 night stay. Restaurant and pool exceptional. Will definitely return.
  • Liam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good room and hotel facilities, at a very good price. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Conveniently located between the airport and downtown (about 15 minutes from each of them, by car). A large supermarket is usefully located in the...
  • Alifya
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The hotel room, service and food was very good. Highly recommend for people travelling with family

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Seasons
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Majlis
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

City Seasons Hotel & Suites Muscat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 10 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform City Seasons Hotel & Suites Muscat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.