We chose Al Sawadi because we were interested in visiting the Damanyiat islands; they are a natural reserve where apparently Al Sawadi is the only operator licensed to bring tourists. Basically they operate in a monopoly regime, as such client service can be poor. Our snorkeling trip to the islands - that we had pre-booked from home - was cancelled... More

We stayed two nights and found it very pleasant. The rooms have been refurbished since our last visit, and these are lovely. The arrangement of the dining room has greatly improved, as has the food. The dive centre is well organised. Service in the cafe bar is a bit slow but that is normal in Oman. There is an interesting... More

I had booked this place on a friends recommendation, but went with a little apprehension after reading some of the more recent reviews. I have just unpacked my bags and felt I had to write a review straight away. First ...the staff were so helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble for them. Example of this is one of... More

We went to this hotel (strictly for diving) as we'd heard lots of great things about it. Our first impression of the hotel was the shuttle hotel pick-up. The guy was VERY unfriendly and angry! There was no hello or anything and he drove like a crazy-man, cutting off other cars along the way. (And I'm used to the crazy... More

We had a great experience at this place, which really makes me wonder about some of the negative reviews! The staff here were very helpful, and the food was excellent (and with breakfast and dinner included in the price, it was an excellent deal). This is a very quiet part of Oman which may not appeal to some, but we... More

Our friends created quite a hype about this one while we were planning a two night stay at Al Sawadi but it all came crashing down when we checked in and get in our room. The sea side room was expensive as compared to the garden facing. The room did'nt had much in there to write about mostly because there... More

I only went to this place as another dive company euro divers let me down and had no choice to research the dive Center. Dive centre located in hotel.  Run by German efficiency Checkin and register straight forward not very friendly.  Like a production line.  Pay, dive and go away type feeling.  Equipment in ok condition.  Dive master Sameer Was... More

We had Bookings at the Al Sawadi Beach Resort & Spa. I had visited the resort 5 years ago and had some pleasant memories of the place. On returning to the place, all my memories were tarnished. The place in run by a diving company”Extra Divers Worldwide” and is surely one of the most badly managed and ill-mannered places to... More

Being away from the tourist hotels of Muscat, we like this resort and have stayed 3 times over the last 4 years. Initially we felt we'd discovered a real gem.. a bit scruffy but cheap, quiet and relaxing with friendly staff and locals who were keen to mix with tourists. Over time, while many of the staff have remained, the... More