The 5-star rated Salalah Marriott Resort, the first Marriott Hotel in the Sultanate of Oman and the Phase 1 of the prestigious Mirbat Beach project held a grand ceremony at Mirbat on 24 March 2010 to celebrate its opening.
H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Marhoon bin Ali Al Maamari, Minister of State and Governor of Dhofar region, was the chief guest at the event that was attended by H.E. Dr Rajiha bint Abdulamir bin Ali, Minister of Tourism, local dignitaries and VIPs.
Guests were treated to local cultural performances, themed dinner and a tour of the impressive Marriott Resort.
"With the launch of Salalah Marriott Resort, we are proud to announce the development of the Mirbat Beach project which will be the finest and most opulent address in the region," said Osama Mariam, Chief Executive Officer, Dhofar Tourism Company SAOG, on the occasion of the resort's grand opening. "We firmly believe that our partnership with Marriott International, Inc. to create a luxury beach resort in Mirbat is a sound investment for a successful future," he continued.
"Salalah Marriott Resort will offer guests a complete holiday experience by blending Marriott's authentic hospitality with exceptional facilities and an unmatched natural landscape," said Mr. Germinal Garcia, General Manager, Salalah Marriott Resort on the occasion. "We are delighted to bring Marriott's signature hospitality to Oman and promote Mirbat as a luxury tourist destination," he added.
The Resort offers the finest accommodation, banqueting, and leisure and recreation facilities to suit the needs of discerning travelers seeking a memorable holiday or an incentive meeting.
The hotel features 237 well-appointed rooms with guests having a choice of scenic beach or mountain views and a choice of staying in the resort's main building or in surrounding chalets offering studios and one- and two-bedroom configurations.
Salalah Marriott Resort, the first Marriott Hotel in the Sultanate, opened on February 1, 2010, bringing a new level of luxury and service to Oman. Set on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Sea on the white sandy beaches of Mirbat Cove and at the foot of Jabal Samhan, the 5-star rated Salalah Marriott Resort is a part of the prestigious Mirbat Beach project.
Executive guest rooms and all types of suites feature flat screen, high definition television along with high speed Internet access as well as Marriott's renowned bed and bath linen, amenities, in-room mini bar and safe.
Dining and entertainment options include a casual all-day restaurant, a seafood restaurant, an Arabic café, Dhofar Piano Lounge, Cigar Lounge and an English outlet. The resort's welcoming open-space lobby will offer a lounge, among other public places. Recreational amenities include an outdoor swimming pool with separate children's and adult areas, Frankincense Spa by Chavana and an Extra Divers Centre.
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