general: It is located in an exclusive cliff-top residential area overlooking the Gulf of Oman, with terrace and pool and its own private beach. Visitors will be greeted by a doorman in traditional Omani dress and across the marble Lobby floor, friendly Front Desk staff are ready to check in. Have a drink and bite to eat in the English-style atmosphere of Dukes Bar, or enjoy authentic Italian and Iranian cuisine in our restaurants. Most of guests arrive from Muscat International Airport, a 20-minute taxi ride away. The main business and ministerial districts are 10 minutes away, and when guests decide to take in some local colour and find that Muttrah, with its Souk, forts and dazzling Corniche, is just a 15-minute drive.