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We stayed 2 nights here and this was probably about the right amount of time. If you only stay one night there is not much time to do many activities. We had a great time and enjoyed the whole experience. The wide range of activities offered were good and the dune bashing and quad biking was fun and we would recommend this. Someone on Trip Advisor complained about having to pay extra for these activities but there is such a variety it would be difficult to include everything in for free and keep the room price realistic. While there are a few other camps in the area this is the best one. The rooms are in tented suites. While not luxurious in the conventional sense compared with a hotel in Muscat they are great for staying in the desert. They were very comfortable. We stayed in a Deluxe Villa which we would recommend as there is living room area. We also used the spa and would recommend this. Much better value then in some of the hotels in Oman. The food is not the best we had in Oman and we found that they ran out of food if you did not eat early enough in the evening. The desserts had usually gone by the time we got to that course. Breakfast was also difficult as we were also having to track down missing items such as cups, cutlery, etc. However eating outside was nice because of the views. We also enjoyed the musical entertainment in the evenings as it added to the experience.

The location boasts a number of positive features that contribute to a pleasant stay. The staff provides attentive service, ensuring that guests receive the highest level of customer care. The food is of exceptional quality, with a variety of delicious options available to suit various tastes. The rooms are spacious, providing guests with ample space to relax and unwind. Additionally, the location itself is situated in a scenic area, providing breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere. However, there are some areas for improvement. The air conditioning system appears to be faulty, which caused discomfort and interrupted sleep for one guest. Furthermore, there is limited wifi coverage throughout the location, which can be an inconvenience for those who need to stay connected. There is also no TV available, which may disappoint some guests who were hoping for some in-room entertainment. Additionally, reaching the location can be challenging for those without a 4x4 car, as they would need to walk uphill for a kilometer. Finally, there are no activities or entertainment options available, which may detract from the overall guest experience. Overall, while the location has many positive aspects, there are also some areas that could be improved to provide a more well-rounded and comfortable experience for guests.

We were the only 4 people staying in the hotel during the off-season. All staff were there to serve us. It was really nice. Although it was hot during the day, it was very cool at night. You can take pictures of the Milky Way, but the light pollution is a bit large. We rented a 4WD car for our own driving. If you don't have one, you can pay for the hotel to pick you up. The original route feels a bit like Kenya.

Before we booked our hotel stay, we had corresponded months in advance with the Manager/Owner over WhatsApp. He had helped us with precise directions and answered all our queries happily. The day we arrived, they were surprised to find us there. It looked like we might have been the only guests there. But that didn't affect the service one bit. We were greeted by the owner couple who were themselves visiting from Muscat. We were introduced to Mr. Gopal, the cook, who took excellent care of our pure veg Indian food needs. The owner also helped organise 2 drivers for us - one for our excursion to the nearby Wadi Bani Khalid... and the other for the sunrise view at Wahiba Sands. Both the drivers were polite, charged reasonable and felt safe. The hotel itself looked like a vast property, parts of it still getting developed. There's a whole lounge area done up in traditional Omani style, with lowlevel plush seating, coffee table with a thermos of hot coffee, some dates and a water bowl. The outdoors have ample visitor parking, children's play area, a garden with aloes, date trees and some more vegetation. There also seemed to be some kind of outdoor party area for family functions or such. It was nice to come out in the night to gaze at the moon, the stars and what appeared to be a part of the galaxy. The outdoors were also fitted with sensor-lighting which i appreciated. Our room was spacious for 2 people, the bathroom large with a tub. After we came back from Wadi Bani Khalid, we enjoyed a good soak time in the tub :) The food was delicious for all our meals. We were free to choose from the fruits Gopal ji generously offered. He also made awesome espresso and cold coffee for us. We weren't given an itemised bill though, it was a blanket charge of 7 OMR for 2 people. We wish we had a longer stay here. If you are planning to visit Al Asharqiyah Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid like us, this is your place to sleep the night off. For directions - go off the exit 159 on Muscat-Sur highway. We came via Mwasalat Bus and our driver already knew the hotel, so he dropped us precisely there. Another landmark to confirm the location is the Maha Petrol Pump located at exit 159. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the petrol pump complex.