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Avani Hotels & Resorts makes Oman debut

Located in Seeb, a prime residential area at the heart of Muscat’s westward growth, the new property benefits from superb airport and city access, making it a convenient base for business travellers, digital nomads and leisure travellers alike.

“We are excited to kick off 2022 with the debut of the cool Avani brand in historical Oman, signifying Minor Hotels growth commitment in the Middle East,” said Amir Golbarg, Senior Vice President Operations of Minor Hotels – Middle East & Africa, the parent company of Avani Hotels & Resorts. “Avani Muscat Hotel is poised to hit the sweet spot and balance between the leisure and business travellers, with the property debuting in the upcoming CBD area of Seeb.”  

Blending heritage-inspired touches and sleek contemporary style, the property’s 161 guest rooms are a masterclass in subtle design. Soothing yet stimulating environments, empathetic to the needs of today’s hyper-connected traveller, have been created with natural materials, bespoke décor and Omani  tones. In response to global travellers’ evolving working behaviours, in-room workspaces feature flexible configuration options and easy access to the smart power panel outfitted with multiple plugs and USB ports.

On the residential side, 45 studios and one, two- and three-bedroom serviced apartments bring Avani’s fresh, forward-looking aesthetic to one of Muscat’s most dynamic neighbourhoods. At 128-square metres, the three-bedroom apartments are the largest in the inventory and are perfectly suited for long-stay guests and families with children who can take full advantage of AvaniKids, the hotel’s kids’ club and pool.

Flavourful dining options include Trisis, a nature-inspired all-day dining restaurant with indoor tree features specialising in Omani, Arabic and international cuisines, and Avani’s easy gourmet grab-and-go concept Pantry, known for its honest, nutritious meals and speciality coffee. The alfresco Patio Bar offers refreshments and the perfect spot to kick back overlooking the turquoise swimming pool whilst taking in the heartbeat of the city. Dedicated exercise and health club amenities are available at AvaniFit providing space to get in shape or unwind at the sauna or steam room.

With impressive multifunctional events space, including a 720 square metre ballroom divisible by three, two large meeting rooms and a private majilis, Avani Muscat is well-positioned to become one of the city’s leading conference and event venues. International delegates can look forward to a seamless arrival experience when in the city for conferences, seminars, or training thanks to Muscat International Airport being only a 15-minute drive away. The spacious and stylish ballroom can also accommodate large-scale social celebrations, such as banquets and car launches, and boasts high ceilings, an outdoor pre-function area and plenty of parking.

Owned by Safari International Group, Avani Muscat is adjacent to the Al Araimi Boulevard Mall and is just a five-minute drive from the Mall of Muscat, home to a spectacular 8,000 square metre aquarium and countless shopping, dining and entertainment options. Guests can also explore Seeb’s famous traditional souq, a sprawling blend of markets offering everything from spices to gold to Omani embroidery.

Thanks to the brand’s Travel Blog ( www.avanihotels.com/blog ) for culturally-curious travellers, Avani Muscat residents and guests have access to wanderlust-inducing destinations, Instagrammable spots and insightful guides curated by local culture experts. Outdoor-minded visitors to the city can embark on marine tours and dive charters from the nearby Al Mouj Marina or work on their putting or swing at Al Mouj Golf, Oman’s first PGA links golf course designed by Greg Norman.

The Royal Opera House, an architectural marvel offering a strong calendar of world-class music events, and the iconic Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque are both a short drive away. Farther afield but still well within a day-trip distance from the hotel are Al Alam Palace, one of the active royal residences that dates back 200 years, and The National Museum of Oman showcasing the rich and diverse culture of the Sultanate.

As well as being one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing hotel brands, Avani Hotels and Resorts ( www.avanihotels.com ) is well-established in the Middle East, with three properties in Dubai in key tourist and business areas: upmarket Palm Jumeirah, historic Deira and Ibn Battuta on the city’s main Sheikh Zayed Road. The brand recently announced the further expansion of its footprint in the region into Bahrain with Avani Bilaj Al Jazayer Bahrain Resortscheduled for a 2024 opening.

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New RO 23m 4-star hotel launched in Seeb

Avani Muscat, a new four-star hotel property constructed at Al Seeb with an investment of around RO 23 million, was formally inaugurated here on Monday.

Owned by Safari International Group and managed by Minor Hotels chain, Avani Muscat features 206 hotel rooms, 45 apartments, a 700-seat capacity ballroom, meeting rooms and other amenities. The opening was held under the auspices of Eng Isam bin Saud al Zadjali, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, who underlined the property’s importance to the country’s broader goals to develop a strong tourism and hospitality sector.

Ismail bin Yaqoub al Toby, Chairman of Safari International Group, said the hotel’s location within proximity of tourist attractions in and around the capital city, as well as key commercial landmarks, positions it well to attract business, tourist and other travellers.

Set on an area of 20,000 sq metres, Avani Muscat adjoins the popular Al Araimi Boulevard mall, which also has a wide choice of dining outlets and a multi-screen cinema. (With inputs from ONA)

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MUSCAT: The Avani Muscat Hotel which was recently opened in Seeb is an important project to diversify the tourism sector and attract more tourists from both inside and outside Oman, HE Essam bin Saud Al Zedjali, Chairman of Muscat, Municipality has said.

Ismail Bin Yacoub Al Toubi, Chairman of Safari International Group, said that the OMR 23 million-worth hotel is an additional asset to the promising tourism sector and will contribute to meeting the needs of visitors and residents of Oman for business and tourism purposes.

The four-star hotel, owned by Safari International Group and operated by Minor Hotels International, includes 206 hotel rooms, 45 apartments, a 700-person event hall, meeting rooms and other facilities.

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Minor Hotels announces AVANI to debut in Oman

• Daniel Fountain

Minor Hotels has signed a management agreement with Safari International Group for a new AVANI hotel to be developed in Muscat, the Omani capital.

Scheduled to open in 2020, the 250-room AVANI Musc at Hotel will be located in Seeb to the west of the city, 15 minutes’ drive from Muscat International Airport. Seeb is a prime residential area in Muscat and a key area for future development as the city grows westwards. The AVANI hotel will be connected via a sky bridge to the upcoming Al Araimi Boulevard Mall, which is currently being developed and is scheduled to open in 2018 with over 250 retail and dining outlets, a medical centre and a 10-screen cinema complex.

With a total development cost of $50 million (£37 million) by Safari International Group, the new-build hotel will open in two phases. The first phase will comprise 160 guest rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, an AVANI Pantry and a rooftop lounge. Additional facilities will include a swimming pool and health club and a 1,000 square metre ballroom and eight meeting rooms. The second phase, which will commence two years after the main hotel opens, will offer a total of 90 serviced apartments including studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, plus two 175 square metre three-bedroom apartments.

The future launch of the brand in Oman represents a key strategic addition to Minor Hotels’ portfolio in the country, following the launch of the group’s luxury Anantara brand in Oman in late 2016 with two new openings – Anantara Jabal Al Akhdar Resort located on the Saiq Plateau in the north of the country and Al Baleed Salalah Resort by Anantara in the Dhofar region in the south.

Minor Hotels currently operates 13 properties in the Middle East across four of its brands – Anantara, AVANI, Tivoli and Oaks – and has a further strong pipeline in the region across these four brands. In 2018 AVANI will launch in North Africa with the opening of AVANI Les Berges du Lac Tunis Suites in the Tunisian capital, with further pipeline properties announced in 2017 including both Mauritius and the Maldives.

Daniel Fountain / 20.12.2017

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