In the heart of Oman’s scenic capital, JW Marriott Hotel Muscat is the first ever five-star hotel in the up-and-coming Madinat Al Irfan business district and the flagship property of JW Marriott. Developed by Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), the executive arm of the Sultanate for tourism development, the property is conveniently located next to the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre, and an ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers. 304 spacious rooms and suites, each with garden views, and 2,500 sqm of flexible function space including two ballrooms, two terraces and gardens, seamlessly ease the transition between work and rest. Five food and beverage outlets offer cuisines for every craving, including the ultimate sports-themed burger joint, Butter Buns, and the chic and sophisticated grill house Pink Salt. Meanwhile, a full suite of fitness facilities including three outdoor pools and Spa by JW, make uplifting spaces to work out and wind down. Enhanced by its wellbeing-inspired service and ‘The Whole You’ philosophy, JW Marriott Hotel Muscat is designed to keep all guests in balance, whatever the purpose of their stay.

Underpinned by exceptional love of service and hospitality, JW Marriott Hotel Muscat features 304 luxurious, spacious guest rooms and suites featuring dramatic and unique interior design. A short drive from Muscat International Airport in the heart of Madinat Al-Irfan, it also boasts direct connectivity to the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre and offers business and leisure travelers a haven to escape from the hustle and bustle of urban living.

The hotel stands as a beacon of environmental sustainability, with its architectural excellence aligning with the stringent standards for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.

JW Marriott Hotel Muscat is delighted to announce the appointment of Juliana Salla as its General Manager, responsible for overseeing the brand’s flagship hotel in Oman, which reopened its doors in October 2023. 

With over 20 years of experience within the international tourism and hospitality sector in South America, North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and China,  Salla has worked with Marriott in a variety of positions for the company’s brands, including senior leadership roles at W owned properties in Qatar, Indonesia and China. Here’s an exclusive conversation with Juliana and her vision for the JW Marriott Hotel Muscat