Minor Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator, and investor, has announced the expansion of its luxury Anantara brand in Oman with the upcoming development of a new resort in Bandar Al Khairan, Muscat.
Located on the rugged Omani coast just 45 minutes from the capital, the new-build 121-key property is slated to launch in 2026. The resort in Bandar Al Khairan, to be operated by Anantara, will feature 51 guest rooms, 46 chalets, and 24 villas nestled along the mountain shoreline overlooking the crystal-clear water of the Gulf of Oman.
Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels and Group CEO of parent company Minor International, commented that, “The timeless beauty of the Omani coast is a natural home for this upcoming new addition to our Middle East portfolio. Musstir are trusted partners who share our vision for the potential of this magnificent destination and our dedication to excellence across every element. Our team and I look forward to seeing this new Anantara come to fruition between the mountains and the sea.”
The property will be owned by Musstir, the real estate acquisition and development arm of the MB Holding Company which also owns Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara on Oman’s south coast.
This exciting new connection between Musstir and Minor Hotels to develop a second Anantara marks a strengthened bond for two dynamic and forward-thinking groups and the next step in the continued evolution of Minor Hotels as a leading operator in this rapidly developing country.
According to the statement, “New openings in 2024, 2025, and 2026 will expand the already strong presence of Minor Hotels across Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The upcoming Anantara resort in Bandar Al Khairan will join the growing portfolio of luxurious Anantara properties in the Middle East region, which includes the two already established resorts in Oman – Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara and Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, in addition to ten properties in the UAE and one in Qatar.”
