Fanar Hotel and Residences is a large hotel complex offering both standard hotel rooms and serviced apartments, which makes it popular with families, groups and guests staying for several days. It is a comfortable, practical choice with space to spread out, a kitchen in the residence units and a range of facilities typically found in a five-star property. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and it suits travellers who value room and flexibility over seclusion. Hotel rooms are well appointed, while the residences offer living areas and kitchenettes, useful for families and long stays. Dining generally includes a main restaurant, a casual cafe and room service, with leisure facilities such as pools, a fitness centre and a spa. Staff can arrange tours and transfers to the main sights.
Location and getting around
The property lies in the Salalah area with easy access to the city centre, the souqs and the main roads to the east and west. Taxis and private drivers are readily available. It is a convenient base for day trips to Wadi Darbat, Mughsail and the Empty Quarter, and for evenings in the souq area.
Who it suits
Families and groups needing space, travellers staying a week or more who want a kitchen and extra room, and anyone who values a central base rather than a remote resort. It may suit those who plan to spend most days sightseeing rather than by the sea.
Good to know
Rates rise sharply in the khareef season, from late June to around the third week of September, and the weeks from mid-July are the busiest, so book early for those dates. Check the property’s current swimming and beach rules in that season, because the Arabian Sea is rough and many beaches are unsuitable for swimming.
Check which room type you are booking, since hotel rooms and residence units differ in layout and facilities. Confirm the exact location on the map when you book, and ask about airport transfers and breakfast options. If you plan to cook, check what the kitchen provides, as equipment varies.
Making the most of a stay
Use the residences if you are travelling with children or staying a week, shop for fruit and snacks at the local market and cook simple meals in the evenings. Ask the front desk about drivers for the east and west days, and about the best time to visit the souq. The extra space also helps if you are carrying camera equipment or desert gear, and laundry facilities are convenient on longer trips.
Ask for a higher floor or a quiet side of the building if you are sensitive to noise, and clarify parking arrangements if you are renting a car.
Why stay here
- ✓Hotel rooms and residences
- ✓Kitchenettes in apartments
- ✓Outdoor pool
- ✓Spa
- ✓Restaurants
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Tour desk
Good questions
Does Fanar have apartments?+
Yes. The property includes serviced residences with living areas and kitchenettes.
Is it good for long stays?+
Yes. The extra space and kitchens suit longer stays.
Can the hotel arrange tours?+
Yes. Staff can usually arrange drivers and tours.