Escape to a country of beautiful beaches and breath-taking canyons, sprinkled with towns and oases; an evening of peace and quiet may be precisely what you've been looking for. The dynamic city of Muscat offers a variety of cultural, musical and leisure settings for exploring its brilliant colours.
Although Oman is a conservative Muslim country, the capital city of Muscat has many bars, pubs and nightclubs that give a much-needed break from the humdrum routines of the day. Oman's nightlife thrives with a significant influx of expats and tourists each year. Let’s look at what the Muscat nightlife scene looks like.
Top places to enjoy Muscat nightlife
Here’s a list of some fantastic places to enjoy Muscat nightlife:
- O'Malley's Irish Pub
- John Barry Bar
- Caramel
- Club Safari and Habana
- Left Bank
1. O'Malley's Irish Pub
A classic Irish pub inside the Radisson Blu Hotel, O’Malley's is the perfect place to enjoy a drink. The pub is located where the cellar used to be. It has a spacious wooden bar and a joyful atmosphere that brings you right back to Dublin when you visit the place.
It has a wide range of themed evenings throughout the week, such as stand-up comedy nights, DJ nights, and even pub quiz nights.
Cost for 2: OMR 35
Timings- 12 PM to 3 PM, 6 PM to 2 AM
2. John Barry Bar
Located in the Grand Hyatt, the John Barry Bar is well-known for its nautical theme, based on the SS John Barry Ship, which is the inspiration for its name.
There is a tapas-style appetisers menu that is perfect for parties, as well as communal tables where you can strike up conversations with fascinating people.
A large outdoor seating area overlooking the Hyatt Gardens creates a romantic atmosphere for couples and the romantic at heart.
Cost for Two: OMR 40
Timing: 4 PM to 2 AM
3. Caramel
Caramel is a restaurant and club in Shati-al-Qutum that attracts Muscat’s corporates with its sumptuous menu and luxurious bar.
One can buy cocktails for OMR 4, while the price for pints is OMR 3. The balcony area has a panoramic view of the city; however, the management does not permit drinking here.
Caramel is busiest on Tuesdays and Thursdays; therefore, it is wise to make a prior reservation. There is no dance floor, but the music and atmosphere of the lounge are energetic and provide a memorable evening with a loved one.
Cost for Two: OMR 28
Timing: 12 PM to 2 AM