 300 km from Muscat, in the picturesque town of Sur, well known for its old fishing village and traditional manufacture of dhows, stands the Sur Plaza Hotel: a comfortable three star property offering superlative service with a touch of traditional Omani hospitality.
Managed by the Aitken Spence Hotels Group, the property is an ideal stop over en route to the Turtle Beach at Ras-al-Hadd, Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands, which are some of the more attractive tourist spots in Oman. The Turtle Beach is a paradise in its own making with cerulean waters and golden sand. It is one of the few remaining undisturbed green turtle nesting locations in the world and also one of the largest nesting populations in the Indian Ocean. Many tourists from around the world come to the Turtle Beach to witness these rare and amazing creatures hatching or laying eggs overnight. It is truly an unforgettable experience to watch the beach swarming with huge turtles. The rich biodiversity of this beach offers much more to its visitors. Dolphins and birds can be located in their natural habitat. It is also an ideal location to enjoy water sports such as snorkeling and diving and bask in the golden sun or even go fishing.
Step inside the hotels three story atrium lobby and be captivated by a kaleidoscope of colors portrayed in the lobbys dome. As you look closer you will find this colored glass masterpiece to be a depiction of the scenic splendors of Sur: mountain regions, boats, date palms and fortresses.
Patronised by business and holiday travelers, the Sur Plaza Hotel consists of 92 standard rooms and three suites which are comfortably furnished. Restaurants and bars with live entertainment, conference facilities, a selection of sports facilities and an outdoor swimming pool are amongst the facilities at the Hotel.
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