ANANTARA AL JABAL AL AKHDAR
A rare jewel in the rocky contours of the Saiq Plateau on Oman’s fabled Green Mountain, our unique retreat perches 2,000 metres above sea level on the curving rim of a great canyon. Elevated in both location and authentic luxury, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar is the highest f ive star resort in the Middle East and amongst the highest in the world
Uniquely situated on a great canyon edge in the Al Hajar Mountains, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort is a two hour drive from Muscat International Airport and five hours from Dubai International Airport. Our luxurious hotel offers a prestigious gateway to Oman’s ancient forts, souk market discoveries and remote agricultural villages, as well as an impressive topography of mountain and valley scenery. The extraordinary destination is located just a 30 minutes drive from the ancient city of Nizwa - renowned for centuries as the ‘Pearl of Islam’ and given the prestigious title of ‘The Capital of Islamic Culture’ in 2015.
Uniquely situated on a great canyon edge in the Al Hajar Mountains, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort is a two hour drive from Muscat International Airport and five hours from Dubai International Airport. Our luxurious hotel offers a prestigious gateway to Oman’s ancient forts, souk market discoveries and remote agricultural villages, as well as an impressive topography of mountain and valley scenery. The extraordinary destination is located just a 30 minutes drive from the ancient city of Nizwa - renowned for centuries as the ‘Pearl of Islam’ and given the prestigious title of ‘The Capital of Islamic Culture’ in 2015.
ACCOMMODATION
Premier Canyon View Rooms
Generous in space and luxury, these ground floor rooms beautifully capture the destination. A bubble bath and a walk-in dressing area make freshening up for the evening a pleasure. Your private balcony invites you to relax with a beverage - watching the canyon’s colours evolve with the rising and setting of the sun.
Deluxe Canyon View Rooms
These beautifully appointed rooms on the upper floor are characterised by impressive views of the canyon. Let the view inspire you to write at the stylish desk. Interconnecting rooms make trips with friends and family very convenient – giving you the options of privacy and quality time together.
One Bedroom Garden Pool Villas
Wake up with a morning dip in your plunge pool. Sun worshippers can bask on loungers on the deck. If you prefer the shade, select a book or board game and retreat to your Majlis for a quiet afternoon.
One Bedroom Deluxe Garden Pool Villas
With shaded parking and a VIP entrance, these villas offer immediate prestige. Refresh in your personal plunge pool and enjoy its invigorating jets, surrounded by lush nature. Spend a cosy evening in, perhaps starting with a bubble bath, followed by a movie and late night snack.
One Bedroom Cliff Pool Villas
Experience innovative comforts and indulgent luxuries, in harmony with the iconic surrounds. Slip into your pool, gazing over the rugged cliffs from its smooth infinity edge. Admire the canyon’s romance at sunset from your deck, as you savour a fine wine.
Two Bedroom Garden Pool Villas
Take advantage of your private pool. Chat over your adventures in the Jacuzzi, letting the conversation flow over sundowners making your stay even more comfortable, your personal Villa Host will take care of any special requests.
Two Bedroom Deluxe Garden Pool Villas
For families and friends who choose to drive to our luxury resort, shaded parking and a VIP entrance stand these villas apart. A soak in the Jacuzzi and time spent in the pool is refreshed by garden scenery, in absolute privacy.
One Bedroom Anantara Cliff Pool Villas
Swim across to your pool’s infinity edge to appreciate the view in all its glory. The Majlis entices relaxation. For families and friends, interconnecting villas have a retractable wall on the outside deck to enjoy double the space together.
Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
This two-storey villa is the epitome of luxury, complete with a two`car indoor garage followed by spacious living and dining areas and three bedrooms each with breathtaking views. The bedrooms are complemented with walk-in closets, and a bathroom with rain shower and bathtub.
Marvel the outdoor with uninterrupted canyon views as you enjoy swimming in your private 14.2 metre temperature-controlled pool with attached Jacuzzi and outdoor rain shower. Continue your journey in the outdoors as you lounge on your sunbeds and outdoor dining room, with a personal butler ready to serve you and a fully equipped kitchen with appliances.
DINING
Al Maisan
Meaning ‘Amazing Star’ in Arabic, our all-day dining restaurant is elevated above the central courtyard. Enjoy meals in the dining room or outside on the terrace, with stunning resort and canyon views. The day starts at our highest restaurant with a breakfast buffet of international favourites. Lunch and dinner offer à la carte dining with a culinary nod to all corners of the globe. Choose from an array of Continental, South-East Asian, Indian and Arabic specialties. Let freshly baked aromas tempt you to try our homemade breads, sweets and pastries.
Al Qalaa
Our signature restaurant in the heart of the resortis graced with the iconic architecture of the Musandam Tower. Bringing you a dining experience steeped in the region’s culinary roots, time-honoured dishes and secret recipes hail from Oman and across the Arab world. Grilled seafood, vegetable and meat specialties are crafted from market produce, freshly harvested from the Sea of Oman and local farmers. An eclectic wine menu completes the journey for discerning palates.
Bella Vista
Meaning ‘Beautiful View’, Bella Vista is one of the world’s most unique and inspiring poolside restaurants – where the water meets the sky. Artistically captivating, the infinity pool waters reflect our striking surrounds, providing poetic views as you dine. Reimagining the traditional Roman kitchen, authentic Italian dining has a chic, contemporary flair. Savour home-style regional classics crafted from fresh seasonal produce. Satisfy your gourmet tastes with a range of fine wines. Relish a casual venue by day, and sophisticated evening elegance.
Al Baha
Aptly translating as ‘Crossroads’ in Arabic, Al Baha’s central setting provides a perfect place to meet up, or relax amidst the gentle flow of resort life. Let our barista serve your morning coffee, just the way you like it. Freshly squeezed juices and creative mocktails offer a tasty energy boost. Throughout the day, enjoy an international menu of snacks and light meals. Join us for afternoon tea, or pair freshly baked pastries and exotic sweets with a range of specialty teas. In the evenings, gather round the courtyard’s open fireplace for star gazing.
Al Burj Lounge
Once a natural defence, prized for its lofty height, steep sides and inaccessibility, Al Jabal Al Akhdar was used as a fortress in the mid-20th century when a warring faction sought refuge. Taking design inspiration from Oman’s traditional forts, Al Burj means ‘The Tower’ in Arabic and is our ambient Moroccan lounge. Select your drinking pleasure from a range of specialty coffees and teas, creative juice and cocktail concoctions, as well as fine wines and champagnes.
RESORT ACTIVITIES
• Fitness Centre
• Yoga
• Tennis
• Archery
• Asfour Kids Club
• Jabal Teens Club
• Jabal Activity Wall
• Cinema Under The Stars
• Luxury Mountain Picnics
• Spice Spoons Cooking Class
FACILITIES AND GUEST SERVICES
• Shisha lounge
• Fort stargazing platform
• Canyon view platform
• Recreation centre
• Meetings, events and weddings
• Library with Apple computers, business centre services and a digital museum
• Retail shops
• Prayer room, Infinity pool, belvedere, 2 jacuzzis and shaded children’s pool
• Chef’s garden
• Anantara Spa with hammam, indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna
Premier Canyon View Rooms
Generous in space and luxury, these ground floor rooms beautifully capture the destination. A bubble bath and a walk-in dressing area make freshening up for the evening a pleasure. Your private balcony invites you to relax with a beverage - watching the canyon’s colours evolve with the rising and setting of the sun.
Deluxe Canyon View Rooms
These beautifully appointed rooms on the upper floor are characterised by impressive views of the canyon. Let the view inspire you to write at the stylish desk. Interconnecting rooms make trips with friends and family very convenient – giving you the options of privacy and quality time together.
One Bedroom Garden Pool Villas
Wake up with a morning dip in your plunge pool. Sun worshippers can bask on loungers on the deck. If you prefer the shade, select a book or board game and retreat to your Majlis for a quiet afternoon.
One Bedroom Deluxe Garden Pool Villas
With shaded parking and a VIP entrance, these villas offer immediate prestige. Refresh in your personal plunge pool and enjoy its invigorating jets, surrounded by lush nature. Spend a cosy evening in, perhaps starting with a bubble bath, followed by a movie and late night snack.
One Bedroom Cliff Pool Villas
Experience innovative comforts and indulgent luxuries, in harmony with the iconic surrounds. Slip into your pool, gazing over the rugged cliffs from its smooth infinity edge. Admire the canyon’s romance at sunset from your deck, as you savour a fine wine.
Two Bedroom Garden Pool Villas
Take advantage of your private pool. Chat over your adventures in the Jacuzzi, letting the conversation flow over sundowners making your stay even more comfortable, your personal Villa Host will take care of any special requests.
Two Bedroom Deluxe Garden Pool Villas
For families and friends who choose to drive to our luxury resort, shaded parking and a VIP entrance stand these villas apart. A soak in the Jacuzzi and time spent in the pool is refreshed by garden scenery, in absolute privacy.
One Bedroom Anantara Cliff Pool Villas
Swim across to your pool’s infinity edge to appreciate the view in all its glory. The Majlis entices relaxation. For families and friends, interconnecting villas have a retractable wall on the outside deck to enjoy double the space together.
Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
This two-storey villa is the epitome of luxury, complete with a two`car indoor garage followed by spacious living and dining areas and three bedrooms each with breathtaking views. The bedrooms are complemented with walk-in closets, and a bathroom with rain shower and bathtub.
Marvel the outdoor with uninterrupted canyon views as you enjoy swimming in your private 14.2 metre temperature-controlled pool with attached Jacuzzi and outdoor rain shower. Continue your journey in the outdoors as you lounge on your sunbeds and outdoor dining room, with a personal butler ready to serve you and a fully equipped kitchen with appliances.
DINING
Al Maisan
Meaning ‘Amazing Star’ in Arabic, our all-day dining restaurant is elevated above the central courtyard. Enjoy meals in the dining room or outside on the terrace, with stunning resort and canyon views. The day starts at our highest restaurant with a breakfast buffet of international favourites. Lunch and dinner offer à la carte dining with a culinary nod to all corners of the globe. Choose from an array of Continental, South-East Asian, Indian and Arabic specialties. Let freshly baked aromas tempt you to try our homemade breads, sweets and pastries.
Al Qalaa
Our signature restaurant in the heart of the resortis graced with the iconic architecture of the Musandam Tower. Bringing you a dining experience steeped in the region’s culinary roots, time-honoured dishes and secret recipes hail from Oman and across the Arab world. Grilled seafood, vegetable and meat specialties are crafted from market produce, freshly harvested from the Sea of Oman and local farmers. An eclectic wine menu completes the journey for discerning palates.
Bella Vista
Meaning ‘Beautiful View’, Bella Vista is one of the world’s most unique and inspiring poolside restaurants – where the water meets the sky. Artistically captivating, the infinity pool waters reflect our striking surrounds, providing poetic views as you dine. Reimagining the traditional Roman kitchen, authentic Italian dining has a chic, contemporary flair. Savour home-style regional classics crafted from fresh seasonal produce. Satisfy your gourmet tastes with a range of fine wines. Relish a casual venue by day, and sophisticated evening elegance.
Al Baha
Aptly translating as ‘Crossroads’ in Arabic, Al Baha’s central setting provides a perfect place to meet up, or relax amidst the gentle flow of resort life. Let our barista serve your morning coffee, just the way you like it. Freshly squeezed juices and creative mocktails offer a tasty energy boost. Throughout the day, enjoy an international menu of snacks and light meals. Join us for afternoon tea, or pair freshly baked pastries and exotic sweets with a range of specialty teas. In the evenings, gather round the courtyard’s open fireplace for star gazing.
Al Burj Lounge
Once a natural defence, prized for its lofty height, steep sides and inaccessibility, Al Jabal Al Akhdar was used as a fortress in the mid-20th century when a warring faction sought refuge. Taking design inspiration from Oman’s traditional forts, Al Burj means ‘The Tower’ in Arabic and is our ambient Moroccan lounge. Select your drinking pleasure from a range of specialty coffees and teas, creative juice and cocktail concoctions, as well as fine wines and champagnes.
RESORT ACTIVITIES
• Fitness Centre
• Yoga
• Tennis
• Archery
• Asfour Kids Club
• Jabal Teens Club
• Jabal Activity Wall
• Cinema Under The Stars
• Luxury Mountain Picnics
• Spice Spoons Cooking Class
FACILITIES AND GUEST SERVICES
• Shisha lounge
• Fort stargazing platform
• Canyon view platform
• Recreation centre
• Meetings, events and weddings
• Library with Apple computers, business centre services and a digital museum
• Retail shops
• Prayer room, Infinity pool, belvedere, 2 jacuzzis and shaded children’s pool
• Chef’s garden
• Anantara Spa with hammam, indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna
