Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah

With its long sandy beaches, clear blue sea, lush coconut groves and year-round temperatures of 30 degrees Celsius, it is easy to see why Salalah is such a popular destination. Situated 1,000 km south of Muscat, Salalah is blessed with seasonal monsoons which transform the coast and mountains into a tropical paradise.

The property includes 19 villas/houses as well as 153 rooms, including 4 junior suites, 5 suites, 40 single rooms and 83 double rooms. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The resort offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. A lift and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike hire service as well. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 3 conference rooms.

Rooms feature a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning and central heating ensure comfortable indoor temperatures. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. For guests' convenience, units include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. Further amenities include an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. As an extra convenience, bathrooms provide cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

The pool complex ensures comfortable swimming with its pleasantly heated water and 4 outdoor and indoor pools. Children can splash around in a special swimming area just for them. The pool area also includes a hot tub, a waterslide and a pool bar. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. The resort offers a variety of outdoor sports, including tennis. For a fee, guests can also enjoy crazy golf and golf. Alternatively, guests can try out snorkelling or, for a fee, diving. The resort offers numerous indoor sports, including table tennis, billiards, squash and yoga or, for a fee, a gym. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna and a steam bath. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, live music, a dance club and a nightclub.

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can dine in 2 restaurants, which have air conditioning and high chairs as well as smoking and non-smoking areas. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The resort also offers special catering options. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. The resort offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.