Jabal Akhdar
Contemporary Omani fort meets mountain sanctuary. Earthy, serene and unapologetically remote. Think stone, dark carved wood, lanterns and canyon silence — not marble lobbies and gold fixtures.
Book the Juniper Restaurant in advance — it fills up and walk-in availability can be limited
Why It Matters
First Alila property in the Middle East, built on a literal clifftop at 2,000 meters. The setting is genuinely unlike anything else in the region. The infinity pool, perched above a 2,000-meter gorge, is one of the most photographed in the world for good reason.
Alila Jabal Akhdar sits on a sheer clifftop at 6,500 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level in Oman's Al Hajar Mountains — the first Alila property in the Middle East and still one of the most dramatically sited hotels anywhere. The architecture takes direct cues from ancient Omani forts: fort-like carved wooden doors, wooden rafters, locally sourced stone, hand-painted juniper murals by local artists, copper fixtures and woven basketry. It's LEED Silver-certified, designed by UK firm Atkins and Thailand's P49 Design. All 86 suites and villas look out over the gorge. The nearest town with a restaurant is 30 minutes away, so plan accordingly — you're here to be cocooned.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Alila Terrace with Jabal View
First-floor king suite with the same generous 545 sq ft private terrace as the Jabal Terrace, offering valley views from sunrise to sunset. Designed for indoor-outdoor mountain living. 65" TV, full soaking tub, rain shower.
1 King · 119 sqm
Horizon View Suite — King or Twin
Ground-floor suite with resort and horizon views. Freestanding bathtub, rain shower, private terrace. Sits within the main cluster with convenient access to the pool and dining.
1 King or 2 Twin · 68 sqmJabal Horizon View Suite — King or Twin
Ground-floor suite set away from the main building. Easy access to resort facilities. Private outdoor terrace with views of the peaks and deep canyons. Freestanding bathtub, separate rain shower, double vanity.
1 King or 2 Twin · 68 sqmJabal Ridge View Suite — King or Twin
First-floor suite in a detached building, private balcony overlooking the gorge. Freestanding marble bathtub, rain shower. Among the better views in the standard suite category.
1 King or 2 Twin · 68 sqmJabal Terrace Suite
A big jump up in space. The 545 sq ft private terrace comes with a double daybed and sun loungers — enough room to take all your meals outside if you want. First-floor, set apart from the main building. 65" UHD TV inside. Great for those who want serious outdoor living.
1 King · 119 sqmJabal Villa
The property's top accommodation, spanning 5,066 sq ft including a 1,180 sq ft private terrace. Two bedrooms each with ensuite bathrooms, a large living room, dining room, kitchenette, private terrace and private pool with jacuzzi. Panoramic Al Hajar mountain views from every angle. Only two villas on the property.
2 Bedrooms (1 King + 1 Twin room) · 470 sqm
Loft Suite
Two-level suite purpose-built for families. Ground-floor patio with sun loungers; lower floor has an open-plan living area, bunk beds, bathroom and small kitchenette. The loft bedroom above has an ensuite and views over the peaks. One of the best family setups at any luxury mountain property in the region.
1 King (loft) + Bunk beds (lower) · 140 sqmMountain View Suite — King or Twin
Entry-level suite in the main building, first floor. Looks directly over the gorge. Freestanding soaking tub, rain shower, double vanity with private patio views, 55" smart UHD TV. Private balcony with mountain air and canyon views. Dark carved-wood furnishings with hand-painted juniper murals.
1 King or 2 Twin · 65 sqmRidge View Suite — King
Set apart from the main building for more seclusion. Same 740 sq ft footprint as the Horizon/Jabal suites but with a freestanding marble bathtub (not ceramic) and a spacious balcony with sweeping ridge views. First floor.
1 King · 68 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site archery sessions, featured in the daily activities schedule. Sign up at reception.
Multiple trails accessible from the resort including the Butterfly Trail, Stairway Trail and Lost Village Hike. Some trails complimentary and self-guided; guided options also available.
Guided mountain biking through the Al Hajar mountain trails. Bikes available from the resort.
90-minute guided ropes and abseiling course directly from the resort, on the clifftop edge of the canyon. Available at beginner or intermediate level. Instructor-led, groups are often very small (sometimes just you and the guide). A cold towel and fresh juice wait for you at the finish.
Outdoor projector set up at the Rose Lounge for an evening film screening. Past screenings have included classic adventure films.
Tour the resort's hydroponic farms with the Chef, then cook a meal together using the harvest. Lunch or dinner included in the experience. Focused on the sustainable farming practices that supply the resort's kitchen.
Learn to mix, muddle and craft mountain-inspired mocktails using garden-grown botanicals, guided by expert mixologists. One selection of canapés included. A good option for families or non-drinkers.
Alila Moment experience: garden walk, cliffside Balinese massage and rose and lemon balm crafting session. A grounding, multi-part wellness ritual combining movement, treatment and hands-on botanical crafting. Seasonal welcome drink included.
Walk through the resort's on-site hydroponic gardens that supply the restaurants with fresh herbs, vegetables and edible flowers. Often combined with cooking experiences.
Evening telescope session led by a knowledgeable instructor who identifies planets and constellations. Takes place at 9pm or 9:30pm. The altitude and remoteness make for exceptional dark skies. Consistently one of the most praised activities by guests.
Guided 5-hour journey through Nizwa — its ancient souq, fort, and the alleys of Birkat Almouz village. Guests can stop at local shops for food tastings and fill a picnic basket. Priced per couple or two people.
Dedicated kids' club with storytelling, locally inspired arts and crafts and games. Also includes a Teen Zone.
Yoga session on a deck overlooking the canyon, timed for sunset. Classes typically have just 3-5 participants. Sign up at reception on the day. Bring your own mat or use the better non-slip mats on the deck.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Bikes available for mountain biking on the surrounding trails.
Contemporary boardroom with full audiovisual equipment, presentation and stationery supplies. Flexible event venues with complimentary WiFi and personalized refreshment services.
Glass-walled indoor pool with candlelit ambience, ideal for cooler winter months when outdoor temperatures at 2,000m can freeze the outdoor pool.
The centrepiece of the resort — a heated infinity pool perched above the 2,000-metre gorge with canyon views on all sides. Surrounded by stone cabanas and sun loungers. Pool attendants take food and drink orders from the Rose Lounge. Seasonal outdoor.
On-site gift shop stocking Alila-branded products and local artisan goods. The resort's homemade almond Nutella-style spread is reportedly worth buying.
Free private parking on-site. Reservation not required. Note: only 4WD vehicles are permitted to drive up to the property.
Complimentary for all guests but requires 30 minutes advance notice to prepare. Contact spa reception before heading over.
Complimentary steam room access for all guests with 30 minutes advance notice to spa reception.
Fully equipped gym with mountain views, 24-hour access. Includes dedicated yoga and meditation studios.
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