Jal
Muscat
Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
This ancient marketplace today features winding alleys of stalls selling antiques, traditional fabrics, aromatic spices and fresh produce.
Muttrah Corniche
Explore the great outdoors at Muttrah Corniche, a lovely green space in Muscat. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Qurum Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Qurum Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Muscat. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat’s main mosque is lavishly decorated with elaborate carvings, one of the world’s largest Persian carpets and colorful hibiscus flowers.
Royal Opera House Muscat
From ballet, jazz and opera to luxury shopping and ornamental gardens, you’ll find plenty to do at one of Oman’s premier cultural centers.
Al Alam Palace
The sultan’s official palace is a stunning example of contemporary Islamic architecture surrounded by lush gardens and the beautiful Mutrah Harbor.
Things to do
Muscat: Private Airport Transfer to/from any Muscat Hotel
Muscat: City Highlights Experience with Transfer
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Muscat Dolphin Watching & Coastal Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Jal
Royal Tulip Muscat
Beaches too far. Loads of restaurants opposite the hotel plus two malls in waking distances
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
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Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Excellent property highly recommend it
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Muscat
Lovely hotel, clean spacious room, super friendly staff, loved breakfast buffet. Awesome gym, love the pool. Only cons are food and drink prices are steep and it's not very "walk friendly" to venture out locally, but everything else was fantastic.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
InterContinental Muscat by IHG
Big hotel with great garden and pool right on the beach. Lovely place to relax. Great gym. Nice cafes just next door if you want to get away from hotel food.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat
a great beautiful property with a big time staff problem - not sure this a widespread Oman issue - it could be but i didnt try any other hotels in Oman, so i dont really know. There is a staggering difference in staff professionalism and client awareness from the MO Oman and the MO Abu Dhabi - which ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jal
Bawshar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bawshar and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat Grand Mall and Oman Avenues Mall.
Al Khuwair
Al Khuwair is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Oman Natural History Museum, a top place to visit in the area.
Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah
Check out the beaches, spas and restaurants while spending some time in Al Ghubrah Ash Shamaliyyah. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Oman Avenues Mall or Muscat Grand Mall.
Azaiba
Azaiba is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Oman Avenues Mall and Muscat Grand Mall if you have time to explore the area.
Shati Al Qurum
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Shati Al Qurum. A stop by Royal Opera House Muscat or Qurum Beach might round out your trip.
Muscat Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Muscat Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Muscat City Centre Shopping Mall and Al Mouj Marina.
