Valentines Day events

There are quite a lot of Valentines day events coming up this weekend (14th February) and here's a little summary of some of the things going on around town:

1. Grand Hyatt

Safari Pub -
13 Feb - DJ Tony Richards & RO 1.000 cocktail shooters all night
14 Feb - Party with complimentary "My Valentine" shooters for the ladies between 11 & 1
15 Feb - After party with complimentary "My Valentine" shooters for the ladies between 11 & 1

Other venues:
Tuscany - RO 34 ++ for 5 course menu with glass of Prosseco
Mokha Cafe - RO 24++ for buffet dinner, add unlimited wines for an extra RO 12++
John Bary Bar - Complimentary Prosseco for the ladies all night and reduced prices
Marjan - Rijsttafel dinner for RO 26++ including unlimited drinks, add RO 9++ for premium unlimited drinks
Safari Rooftop Grill House - Anti Valentines party - all inclusive food and drink for RO 30++, add RO 9++ for premium drinks

2. The Chedi

There is an offer to stay at the Chedi for RO 105.300 inclusive for each person, which includes:

1 night’s accommodation in a Serai room 
1 x 60-minutes Chedi Love Bath Ceremony at The Spa per person
10% discount off additional treatments booked at The Spa
Welcome drink on arrival
Breakfast served at The Restaurant
Complimentary WIFI Internet
Use of The Health Club, sauna, steam room, group exercise classes
Complimentary mini bar
Two bottles of water complimentary per day
Complimentary fruit basket in the room upon arrival
Complimentary IPod with large music selection is available to use during stay



Alternatively, there are some dining options too:

Valentine’s Day at The Long Pool Cabana
Relax and unwind at the Long Pool Cabana with your loved one and be treated to unlimited bubbles as well as Asian style canapés throughout the evening. The price of OMR 35 ++ per person includes unlimited Crémant de Loire & Bourgogne while for those who prefer  Louis Roederer Brut the price is OMR 65 ++ per person.

Valentine’s Day at The Beach Restaurant
Be wined and dined this evening at this spectacularly beautiful restaurant that is already filled with romance and elegance, setting you up for a wonderful evening ahead. Prices are OMR 40 ++ per person for a 4-course menu or OMR 90 ++ per person for a 4-course menu with unlimited champagne

For reservations and further information, please contact The Chedi Muscat on Tel: +968 24 52 44 01 or Email: reservation@chedimuscat.com

3. The InterContinental

A special room rate deal is for RO 69 ++ including breakfast. I wonder if they had a sense of humour when setting the price for a romantic night in the hotel.....!?

Trader Vics - RO 28++ for selection menu
Tomato - RO 25++ for a set menu
Senor Pico - RO 21++ for a set menu

Majlis Al Shams’ special Valentine offer:

Package of homemade chocolate Valentine’s cake with a bouquet of roses for only RO 28.000 net
Homemade Chocolate Valentine’s cake RO 14.000 net
Bouquet of Roses RO 18.000 net

To order call on 24680000 ext 8400 or 24680010


4. The Crowne Plaza

Tropicana - Seafood buffet for RO 30++
Shiraz - 5 course set menu (Iranian) for RO 35++
Come Prima - 5 course set menu (Italian) for RO 35++
The Edge - 5 course set menu for RO 40++


5. Park Inn

Enjoy your Valentines in our cosy RBG Grill restaurant with live band serenading you the whole night.

*For only 40 OMR per couple for food and get free selected beverages

*Extend your evening at the Romantic Sama Terrazza rooftop lounge

*Inclusive of tax and service charges

*For reservations : call: 968 2450 7888 or email info.muscat@rezidorparkinn.com

6. Shangri-La 

Sultanah - RO 55++ 5 course set menu
Capri Court - RO 45++ 4 course set menu with roses and chocolates for each couple
Bait al Bahr - RO 45++ seafood set menu
Shahrazad - RO 55++ 5 course set menu
Samba & Al Tanoor - RO 30++ for buffet meal and free flowing drinks
CHI spa - RO 115++ per couple for 30 minute choco scrub and 60 minute Aroma Vitality massage

7. Al Bustan Palace

Private Cabana - With a front-row seat to paradise on one of Muscat’s most stunning beaches, private cabana adds romance and privacy for guests who want to celebrate special occasions whilst savouring a palate-pleasing feast crafted by chef de cuisine Alvin Lee. Package price starts from OMR 175 for a four-course menu, bouquet of flowers and a bottle of bubbly.

Beach Dining for Two - Romance by the beach is always a celebrated occasion. Create the magic of the first date with a four-course menu, for OMR 39 per person, while listening to the soft tunes of the ocean.

China Mood - Treat your love to a Chinese feast designed for romance. Guests have the option to dine in one of the three private dining rooms available, in the main dining area with dark wood finishing and classical and modern Chinese artistry or outdoor at the terrace. A four-course menu is offered at OMR 39 per person.

Movie under the Stars - A warm romantic breeze is gently stirring the air. At OMR 15 including two glasses of bubbly and chocolate covered strawberries. Settle into the serene surroundings of the beach and enjoy a romantic movie night under the stars. Available from 9 p.m. onwards.

8. Muscat Holiday Hotel

No word on pricing from this hotel yet, but they are "transforming their pool side into such an adoring place" - sounds interesting!

9. Al Nahda Resort & Spa

The Al Nahda Resort have put together a pretty great deal, RO 100 inclusive of the taxes gets you a night for 2 & breakfast, late check out the next day till 4pm, and a romantic dinner for 2. And if that's not enough you can also get 2 treatments at the spa as well. Thats a really good deal.

10. The Steak Company 

Possibly the best place in town to get a steak outside of a 5* resort, The Steak Company are offering free dinner for a couple who enter their competition on facebook and twitter. TO enter you have to write something amazing and authentic about steak with just five (5) words and win yourself dinner for two this Valentines Day at the Steak Company. Remember keep it authentic. #ValentinesSteak is the hashtag code!

11. The 360 Restaurant

No, I don't mean the revolving restaurant at the CN Tower in Toronto, I mean the place in Atheibah Azaiba Udhaiba. Local blogger, Andy, went there recently and discovered they are offering a special this weekend too. A set price menu of RO 25 ++ per couple, you can click on to Andy's blog to see the proposed menu, it doesn't look too bad. To reserve a table, call 2459 0398.

12. Shang Thai

They have a set price menu of RO 30 ++ per couple. You can call 2455 4774 or 2200 6644 to make a reservation.


I'm sure there are many other events going on around town, if you would like me to include them, please email me and I will add them onto this list :)

le fin.