Ruwi Travel Guide
Muscat
Popular places to visit
Muttrah Souq
During your visit to Muscat, you can enjoy retail therapy at Muttrah Souq. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing 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 relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 culturally rich area.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is just one of the places to see in Muscat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Royal Opera House Muscat
You can make plans for a show at Royal Opera House Muscat during your stay in Muscat. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Al Alam Palace
After visiting Al Alam Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Muscat. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Ruwi
Sheraton Oman Hotel
Good location Friendly staff Great breakfast Slightly dated rooms
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Haffa House Hotel
Clean room and polite staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Al Falaj Hotel
Good services
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Itlalat Al Shorouq Hotel
Staff was wonderfully helpful and kind. Great place to stay.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Golden Tulip Headington Ruwi
Good room and staff friendly but my previsit communications went unanswered and the tv didn't work. Good in-house dining available.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat
Overall, it was a great place; however, the hotel is located in an area with very limited access to city life. It’s far from the city, and nearby amenities and activities are quite limited.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruwi
Muttrah
Unique features of Muttrah include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Muttrah Souq or Mutrah Fort while you're exploring the area.
Wadi Kabir
The mountain views and cafes are just a few features travellers like about Wadi Kabir. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Muttrah Souq and Muttrah Corniche are a few top places to visit.
Qurm
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Qurm. A stop by Qurum Beach or Qurum Natural Park might round out your trip.
Al-Bustan
While visiting Al-Bustan, you might make a stop by sights like Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and Al-Bustan Roundabout.
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.
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.
