Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
Sultanate of Oman
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
PO Box 110, 621 Jabal Akhdar, Nizwa,
Sultanate of Oman
www.jabal-akhdar.anantara.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Anantara Hotels & Resorts
Shareholders
Oman Tourism Investment Company LLC c/o Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
Date of Creation
October 1, 2016
Hotel General Manager
Ms. Maren Kuehl
Hotel Positioning
5 star luxury – Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Minor Hotels
Development strategy
• Minor Hotels owns, manages or operates a diverse portfolio of more than 540 hotels, resorts and branded residences across six continents. Flexible and adaptive to market trends, we drive growth through our eight hotel brands, alongside a collection of related hospitality businesses and strategic partnerships with other leading hotel brands worldwide.
• Minor Hotels is a part of publicly listed Minor International (MINT) – one of the largest hospitality and leisure companies in the Asia Pacific region. MINT is also well known for its international retail and lifestyle brands, and its subsidiary, Minor Food Group, is one of world’s largest restaurant companies with more than 2,500 outlets in 23 countries.
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort
History & Story
Anantara Hotels & Resorts brings authentic luxury to more than 50 destinations across Asia, the Middle East, the Indian Ocean, Africa and Europe. From bustling urban centres to remote island sanctuaries, Anantara enables journeys of adventure and indulgence, connecting its guests to diverse people, places and stories around the world. Genuine luxury, hospitality, authentic guided experiences, enriching cultural encounters and stunning locations in exotic locales are all part of what makes this brand distinct.
Date Renewal
Recently open last October 2016
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Anantara creates experiences for all kinds of modern travel, from leisure to business, from mega cities to beach resorts. To achieve a consistent offering across all properties, Anantara is underpinned by three brand pillars: Authentic, Immersive, Local.
Location
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 five star resort in the Middle East and amongst the highest in the world.
Key sites/activities in the area
• Nizwa Fort –Built in the 17th century, discover the rich history of one of the oldest forts in Oman.
• Nizwa Souq –Browse through the narrow alleyways of the traditional market and discover local art and handicrafts.
• Bahla Fort –This fort towers over the rich oasis it once guarded, built with traditional mud-brick walls.
• Jabreen Castle –Built in 1670, this castle is considered the crowning jewel of the Sultanate’s forts.
• Wadi Ghul –Known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, this dry riverbed offers breath-taking views.
• Jabal Shams –Translated as ‘Sun Mountain’, its peak is the highest point in the Arabian Peninsula, at just over 3,000 metres.
• Bilad Sayt –Discover a labyrinth of narrow pathways alongside clusters of stone-and-mud dwellings by the rocky slope hills.
Fun Facts
Diana’s Point: The most famous viewpoint on Al Jabal Al Akhdar is situated in the heart of the Resort. Although many local residents believe that Diana camped on this site for as long as two weeks, she came with Prince Charles on a six-hour day trip in November of 1986. Their Royal Highnesses, the Prince and Princess of Wales arrived by helicopter on the site of the Resort, which was at this time an untouched wilderness area.
Children’s Corner
• Asfour – Kids Club
• Jabal – Teens Club
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of Luxury rooms: 82 guest rooms:
40 Premier Canyon View Room on the ground floor 60 sqm
42 Deluxe Canyon View Room on first floor 60 sqm
• 33 villas:
15 units One Bedroom Garden Pool Villas 178 sqm,
2 units Deluxe One Bedroom Garden Pool Villa 178 sqm,
7 units One Bedroom Cliff Pool Villas 199 sqm,
3 units One Bedroom Anantara Cliff Pool Villas 188 sqm
3 units Two Bedroom Garden Pool Villas 309 sqm
2 units Deluxe Two Bedroom Garden Pool Villas 309 sqm
1 unit Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa 700 sqm
All 33 villas are complemented with their own private swimming pool and personalized villa host services.
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 115
Restaurants & Bars
Guests can enjoy a rich interactive immersion in local gastronomy with the Spice Spoons cooking class or the romance of Dining by Design on a canyon edge platform that is named after Diana, Princess of Wales, who graced this glorious site.
• Al Maisan Restaurant – All Day Dining (open for Breakfast, Dinner, BB or HB plan)
• Bella Vista – Italian Restaurant (open for lunch onwards, a la carte, HB)
• Al Qalaa – Arabian Grill and Fine Dining (open for dinner)
• Al Baha Lobby Lounge – Deli and Café
• Al Shourfa – Shisha Lounge
• Al Burj – Moroccan Style Bar lounge
Wellness
Rooted in the beautiful country of Thailand, the essence of Anantara philosophy, ‘without end’, stems from ancient Sanskrit origins. At Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, this principal blends with the timeless traditions of Arabia and the incredible natural resources of the surrounding land. Sensual spa journeys are experienced in five luxurious spa treatment rooms including two couple’s suites, a private Hammam.
Other facilities: Outdoor infinity pool, outdoor tennis court and basketball court, 24 hrs gym.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Al Ain Ballroom (216 sqm) can accommodate up to 150 guests in Theatre, 100 in Classroom, 120 in Banquet style. Ballroom can be divided into 2 parts.
• Al Aqr Meeting Room (47 sqm) – existing boardroom setup can accommodate up to 16 guests.
Extra Notable Features
• Yoga on top of the mountains
• Stargazing activities
• Cinema Under The Stars
• Spice Spoons Cooking Classes
• Via Ferrata Climbing Wall
• Luxury Mountain Picnics
• Signature Hikes and Cultural Walks
• Driving Tours and Excursions
• Tennis and Archery
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2023:
• Elite Traveler, Top 100 suites in the world 2023 – For the Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
• Traveller Review Award from Booking.com – score 9 out of 10
• Leaders in Hospitality Awards 2023 – Highly Commended: Hotel with the best view
• Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World 2023 by Luxury Travel Advisor
• World Spa Awards 2023 – Oman’s Best Wellness Retreat 2023
• 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards – Won – Resorts category (ranked 10th in ME category)
• Luxlife Resorts & Retreats awards 2023 – Luxury Mountain Resort of the Year 2023 – Oman
• TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards 2023
• BBC GOOD FOOD ME AWARDS 2023 – fine dining restaurant – Oman (Bella Vista)
• Elite Traveler, Top 100 suites in the world 2024 – For the Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
2020-2022:
• Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2021 – Best Luxury Hotels in Oman
• BBC GOOD FOOD ME AWARDS 2020 – Staycation Experience GCC
• World Travel Awards 2021 – Oman’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2021: Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
• World Spa Awards 2021 – Oman’s Best Wellness Retreat 2021
• TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards 2021 – Travelers’ Choice 2021
• TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards 2021 – Al Maisan & Bella Vista
• 2021 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards – Top 10 Resorts in The Middle East – ranked 4th
• World Travel Awards 2022 – Oman’s Leading Desert Resort 2022 and Oman’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2022: Three Bedroom Royal Mountain Villa
• World Spa Awards 2022 – Oman’s Best Wellness Retreat 2022
• TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Awards 2022 – Travelers’ Choice 2022
• 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards – Top 10 Resorts in The Middle East – ranked 6th
Number of employees
176