Title: Al Balid Travel Guide: Best of Al Balid, Salalah Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Al Balid](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Balid-Salalah-Hotels.0-n553248635975438344-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Salalah](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Salalah.d6132442.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Salalah](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Salalah.d6132442.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Al Balid Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Al-Balid.d553248635975438344.Car-Hire-Guide)[Al Balid Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Balid.d553248635975438344.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Al Balid Travel Guide ## Salalah ![Photo by Sophiane Hadi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ff39cbe205a512c16ddc18b200182ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Sophiane Hadi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ff39cbe205a512c16ddc18b200182ef.jpg) ## Visit Al Balid Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Salalah travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Salalah.dx6132442) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Museum of the Land of Frankincense](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ff39cbe205a512c16ddc18b200182ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Museum of the Land of Frankincense 3.5/5(2 reviews) You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of the Land of Frankincense in Salalah. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-The-Land-Of-Frankincense-Al-Balid.d553248621532391358.Attraction) #### Al Baleed Archaeological Site You can find out about the history of Salalah when you stop by Al Baleed Archaeological Site. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Al-Baleed-Archaeological-Site-Al-Balid.d6303795.Attraction) #### Salalah Gardens Mall 3.5/5(3 reviews) You can search for that perfect souvenir at Salalah Gardens Mall during your visit to Salalah. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salalah-Gardens-Mall-Salalah.d6303798.Attraction) #### Port of Salalah Explore the waterfront in Salalah with a trip to Port of Salalah. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Salalah-Salalah.d553248621554455064.Attraction) #### Hawana Aqua Park Bring the family to Hawana Aqua Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Salalah. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hawana-Aqua-Park-Salalah.d741394779006771200.Attraction) #### Salalah Park 3/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Salalah Park, a lovely green space in Salalah. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salalah-Park-Salalah.d553248621561173653.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Discover Salalah City, History, Nature, Culture](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2534518/0d1a0900-05e7-4a40-b6a1-b923d5cc3624.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5 Hours of Salalah City Best | Private Tour £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-hours-of-salalah-city-best-private-tour.a2534518.activity-details) ![Caribian Orient](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48091581/a062b81c-1a5d-4e2e-9f43-d83857e02013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore West Salalah & Swim Caribbean Orient Fazayeh Beach £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-west-salalah-swim-caribbean-orient-fazayeh-beach.a48091581.activity-details) ![ Sunset desert safari tour in Salala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47630166/1d9d868a-45ae-4a27-884e-cffdb572c80e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset desert safari tour in Salalah(private tour) £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-desert-safari-tour-in-salalahprivate-tour.a47630166.activity-details) ![East Salalah: Wadi Darbat Waterfall with Camel / Horse Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48023298/29dd380e-ca8d-4980-8182-9b884489ebd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### East Salalah: Wadi Darbat Waterfall, Mountain Safari Tour £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/east-salalah-wadi-darbat-waterfall.a48023298.activity-details) ![Magical Desert Safari By Land Cruise in Empty Quarter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330273/ab7ac885-dae8-4803-bf2b-d43db061dfea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4x4 Desert Adventure - Empty Quarter Desert Safari £98 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-desert-adventure-empty-quarter-desert-safari.a48330273.activity-details) ![Salalah: Wadi Derbat, Jabal Samhan, & Sinkhole Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47762698/52ef5cef-7019-47e0-ae48-23ddabd4653a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Salalah: Wadi Derbat, Jabal Samhan, & Sinkhole Full-Day Tour £87 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/salalah-wadi-derbat.a47762698.activity-details) [See all activities in Salalah](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Salalah.d6132442.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Al Balid ![Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15760000/15758200/15758173/e650b65e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara Al Mansurah Street Salalah Dhofar £546 28 Jan - 29 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Museum of the Land of Frankincense and Al Baleed ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews) Amazing resort. Simply phenomenal. The room, the service, the food, the facilities, the beach—all are nothing less than spectacular. And Billal and Rony were great in servicing our room. Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026&selected=15758173&PinnedHotelID=15758173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) ![Millennium Resort Salalah](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27523900/27523883/2fc2ba23_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Millennium Resort Salalah PC 215, Ar Rubart Street Salalah Dhofar £84 27 Jan - 28 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Museum of the Land of Frankincense and Al Baleed ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (135 reviews) They need conceirge to help tourist on local knowledge Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=27523883&PinnedHotelID=27523883&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) ![Salalah Rotana Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6980000/6974300/6974251/721dc89b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Salalah Rotana Resort Salalah Beach Resort, Taqah Road Salalah Dhofar Governorate Stay at this luxury hotel in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Hawana Aqua Park is located nearby. 8/10 Very Good! (178 reviews) Fantastic Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=6974251&PinnedHotelID=6974251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026&selected=6974251&PinnedHotelID=6974251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) ![The Plaza Hotel and Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78080000/78079300/78079210/f2a900ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Plaza Hotel and Resort 18 November Salalah Dhofar Governorate £48 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museum of the Land of Frankincense and Al ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews) Can’t fault anything. Conveniently located in a newly developed area. Hotel is new and is spacious. Many stores, restaurants and cafes are in the closet proximity. The hotel staff are most helpful. I will highly recommend and it’s close to the beach by a short taxi ride. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=78079210&PinnedHotelID=78079210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) ![Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8666/07bf6390_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Resort Salalah by IHG Al Khandaq Street Salalah £201 5 Feb - 6 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (191 reviews) Location Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=8666&PinnedHotelID=8666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) ![Fanar Hotel and Residences](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13300600/13300563/61525e2c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fanar Hotel and Residences Salalah Salalah £265 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Salalah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hawana Aqua Park and Taqah Castle are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (152 reviews) The hotel is a big sprawling site, but it is mainly immaculate property with lots of attentive staff and is a beautiful position in Salalah. A special mention to Adel (Coco's Bar) and Ben (Breakers Restaurant) for their excellent service and customer friendly attitude. I missed one star off the overall ... Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=13300563&PinnedHotelID=13300563&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975438344) [See all 250 properties in Al Balid](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635975438344) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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