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A SEASON OF SUMMER INDULGENCE AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MUSCAT

  • Writer: DUNES
    DUNES
  • Jul 12
  • 4 min read

From curated culinary journeys to immersive wellness rituals, discover a season of coastal calm and cultural connection



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This summer, Mandarin Oriental, Muscat invites guests to experience a season of connection, calm, and cultural discovery through a thoughtfully curated selection of offers. Located along the shores of Shatti Al-Qurum, the capital’s most sought-after beachfront address, the hotel blends refined luxury with the spirit of the city. From culinary journeys and spa rituals to moments of stillness by the sea, there are many reasons to escape to Mandarin Oriental, Muscat this summer, where every experience is thoughtfully curated to honour Oman’s rich heritage and breathtaking natural beauty.

 

Extend Your Stay with One More Night

The One More Summer Night offer gives guests a complimentary third night upon booking of any two night stay. An opportunity to truly slow down and soak in Muscat’s unique charm, guests can spend their extra day exploring architectural gems, strolling through the nearby souq, or simply unwinding by the sea. Available all year round and subject to availability, the offer is designed for those who value more time to experience, reflect, and reconnect.

 

Enjoy a Poolside Escape with the DayLuxe Pass

Whether easing into the day with a tranquil breakfast or unwinding over a leisurely lunch, the DayLuxe Pass is the perfect retreat.  The DayLuxe Pass offers a full day of serenity, where time slows and the senses awaken. Priced at OMR 25 for adults and OMR 12 for children aged 4 to 12, the pass includes access to the pool along with a choice of breakfast served from 6:30am to 11:00am or a three-course set lunch from 12:30pm to 4:00pm at Rawya. Children under the age of three dine with the hotel’s compliments. Available until 30 September 2025.

 




Experience the Michelin-Starred Tasca x Essenza Culinary Collaboration

Mandarin Oriental, Muscat invites guests to experience an exclusive gastronomic collaboration, blending Portuguese boldness with Italian tradition. From 17 to 19 July, Essenza welcomes acclaimed Head Chef José Barroso from the Michelin-starred Tasca by José Avillez at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, for an exclusive Four Hands Dinner alongside Essenza’s Head Chef Davide Borin. The menu, priced at OMR 38 per person and served from 6.30pm to 11.30pm, showcases signature dishes such as Cod Cakes, Wagyu Tartare, Garlic Prawns, Truffle Pizza, and Pasta Mista allo Scoglio made with locally sourced Omani seafood. The evening ends with a duo of desserts — Pastel de Nata and Tiramisu della Casa.

 

Feast on New Italian Delights at Essenza

Essenza, Mandarin Oriental’s signature Italian restaurant,  features an updated à la carte menu, inviting diners to explore regional Italian flavours, reinterpreted with elegant simplicity. Highlights include the Astice del Marinaio made with fresh Omani lobster, a rich Lasagna Classica, the Raviolone al Tuorlo Fondente with duck ragù, and the indulgent Pizza del Casaro layered with truffle honey and gorgonzola. Essenza is open for daily from 6.30pm and 11pm.

 

Celebrate Friday Brunch at Essenza Al Banco

Every Friday from 2pm to 5pm, Essenza al Banco brings a fresh take on brunch with counter-style dining and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere. Enjoy a selection of light Italian bites including Burrata, Tuna alla Crudaiola, Crisp Arancini, and a seafood basket of Frittura Mista. Priced at OMR 15 per person, the brunch is designed for easygoing afternoons spent grazing and catching up with friends and family.

 

Savour the Flavours of Pomegranate Season with Afternoon Tea

This summer’s Afternoon Tea celebrates the richness of Omani pomegranate with a selection of sweet and savoury pastries, paired with the hotel’s signature scones and a curated menu of artisanal teas. Served daily in Sawa Lounge from 2pm to 6pm and priced at OMR 26 for two guests, the tea is an elegant and refreshing way to mark the day.

 

Refresh Mind and Body with Summer Wellness Experiences

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Muscat has curated a seasonal wellness menu designed to help guests reset and restore. Choose from a deeply relaxing Balinese Massage or detoxifying body rituals inspired by the hammam, alongside targeted skincare treatments such as Biologique Recherche’s Instant Plump Facial or a Sun Cooling and Hydrating Treatment to soothe sun-exposed skin. Available from Sunday to Thursday between 12pm and 3pm until 30 September 2025.

 

Reconnect with Tradition through the Frankincense Healing Ritual

Rooted in Oman’s rich heritage, the Frankincense Restoration is a transformative journey that begins with herbal tea and a foot cleanse using frankincense. This is followed by a Sidr leaf and rose water scrub, a warm full-body massage with frankincense oil, meditative sound healing, and a gentle misting of rose water to finish. Offered daily at The Spa from 12pm to 9pm and priced at OMR 160, this immersive experience draws on ancient wisdom to restore inner peace.

 

This summer, Mandarin Oriental, Muscat invites travellers to slow down, discover, and reconnect through experiences that celebrate the spirit of Oman.

 

For more information and reservations, please contact +968 2103 8888, email momct-reservations@mohg.com or visit mandarinoriental.com/muscat. Prices are subject to applicable taxes and service charge.



 

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