Crowne Plaza Sohar, An Ihg Hotel, Sohar
About the Hotel
Crowne Plaza Sohar, An IHG Hotel, is located halfway between Muscat and Dubai, making it an ideal base for exploring both cities. The hotel features contemporary design infused with local culture, including marble and tile finishes. Its proximity to notable landmarks, such as Sohar Fort and the local fish market, adds to its significance. Guests can benefit from a variety of amenities designed for both leisure and business travelers.
Location
Conveniently situated near the Port of Sohar and Sohar Industrial Estate, the hotel is easily accessible for various travelers. The location allows for quick travel to important sites, including the Sohar Corniche and local attractions like the massive mosque. Guests can arrange limousine services for airport transfers from Muscat International Airport or Dubai International Airport, both located approximately two hours away.
Rooms
The hotel offers a range of spacious and well-appointed rooms, featuring air conditioning, a seating area, and flat-screen cable TVs. Guests can choose from different room types, including soundproofed units and suites equipped with minibars and tea/coffee-making facilities. Many rooms also provide balconies with views of the pools or gardens. Pillow and aromatherapy spray selections help ensure a restful night.
Eat & Drink
Crowne Plaza Sohar features two restaurants and two bars, providing a diverse culinary experience. The Restaurant serves a daily international buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, alongside themed night buffets. For those seeking a fine dining experience, the Steakhouse offers a selection of premium dishes. Additionally, guests can enjoy drinks and snacks at The Sports Bar, which is an ideal spot for watching live matches.
Leisure & Business
The hotel includes a fully equipped gym with modern fitness machines and offers wellness options to help guests stay active. For business events, the modern ballroom can accommodate up to 350 people for banquets and seminars, with additional meeting rooms available. Outdoor spaces near the swimming pool can be organized for both business meetings and social events.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Internet access
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Elevator
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Table tennis
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Massage
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, although they had a slightly old-fashioned look. The service was excellent with a complimentary dinner after a late check-in. The location was convenient for those traveling via the expressway, but a bit odd on a small hill. The dining experience was good, offering a nice selection of coffee, but a bit on the pricey side.
I found the hotel to be very comfortable and clean, making it ideal for a short stay. The staff was welcoming and professional, although there were some disappointments. The location is convenient for the industrial area but a bit distant from the city center. The dining options were varied, and the facilities were well-kept.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were really comfortable and perfect, but the proximity to outdoor AC chillers machines was a drawback. The service was welcoming and helpful overall, although there were some rude instances during breakfast. The location was a bit isolated but great for breaking up a journey to Muscat. The dining options were a letdown with minimal offerings. The facilities were decent overall.
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms, though some areas show signs of wear. Service is friendly, with limited amenities available. The location is great for specific needs but a bit distant from the city center. Dining options are good but could use more variety.
Our stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room we were allocated on the 1st floor had a damp, musty smell, but we appreciated the great balcony and delicious homemade smoked fish. The service was top-notch with the staff, including Said Al Hinai at the front office and the F&B Manager, being courteous and helpful. The location was a bit far from Sohar center, making it inconvenient for nighttime outings to Muscat, but ideal for business travelers due to proximity to the industrial area. The dining options were up to standard, offering a good variety of continental and local cuisine. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were good overall.
The Crowne Plaza hotel in Sohar was a pleasant stay with very clean rooms, kind and well-trained staff but with some delays in room readiness. The location allows guests to enjoy the nearby city lights view but lacks cleanliness and is quite expensive. The dining experience offers a good variety of coffee options but falls short in quality for a 5-star rating. The hotel's facilities were major and amazing, enhancing the overall stay.
The hotel rooms were decent but noisy until early morning and filled with cigarette odor. The staff provided excellent service and went out of their way to ensure a pleasant stay. The location is convenient for business trips but lacks amenities nearby. The dining options were satisfactory, although limited. The facilities were in good condition overall.
The hotel's location close to the port was convenient for my daily activities. The rooms, although clean and well-equipped, had a damp and musty smell and appeared tattered at first glance. The service was friendly and professional overall. The dining experience lacked variety but offered a good choice of coffee. The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.
The hotel offers spacious, clean, and very comfortable rooms that can be connected for additional space but are situated over a noisy disco. The service is very friendly and helpful, with a touch of professionalism, such as arranging parking promptly after the first night. The location is a bit outside the city, providing open views but a distance from popular areas. The dining experience covers a good variety of continental and local cuisine, with a good offer of coffee. The facilities are top-notch, although the noise from the disco can be a downside, and the location is far from Sohar center.
The hotel offers spacious and impeccably clean rooms with a relaxing ambiance facing the pool side and excellent service at the restaurant serving continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
I stayed at a hotel that was a bit far from the Sohar center, but it turned out to be a great choice for a stopover between Abu Dhabi and Muscat. The location was isolated, ideal for breaking up the journey to Muscat. The room I stayed in was big, comfortable, and ready by 4 pm. The service was exceptional, particularly in the breakfast area; the staff were super friendly and courteous. The dining experience had a lot of variety and was excellent overall. However, the location was not suitable for going out at night to Muscat, and the hotel's dining was not up to par for a 5-star establishment.
The hotel had good showers and beds, a nice ambiance, and varied F&B options. However, it was quite noisy until early morning. The rooms were spacious, well-equipped, and comfortable.
I had a pleasant stay at Crowne Plaza Sohar. The rooms were clean and suitable for a short trip, with the added convenience of safe balconies and the possibility to connect them for more space. The service, especially at the reception and restaurant, was friendly and welcoming. While the location was a bit outside the city, it was perfect for business travelers due to its proximity to the industrial area. The dining options were decent, with good choices available, and the facilities were well-maintained.
The hotel had a very nice room but was so disappointing in terms of location. The staff was decent and the service was superb. Dining was a mix between worth the price and good. The facilities were excellent, but it was a bit far from the Sohar center and lacked surrounding amenities.
The hotel offers nice rooms and very clean facilities, with friendly staff. However, some areas appear old and dated. The location is suitable, particularly for business trips, though a bit isolated. The dining experience is average, and the facilities are satisfactory.