Shati Al-Qurm

Shatti Al-Qurm شاطئ القرم
District
Skyline of Shatti Al-Qurum district with Arches Fountain and Royal Opera House Muscat visible
Shatti Al-Qurm Location in Oman
Coordinates: 23°37′N58°28′E / 23.617°N 58.467°E / 23.617; 58.467
Country	Oman
Governorate	Muscat Governorate
Wilayat	Bawshar
Time zone	UTC+4 (+4)

Shati Al-Qurum (also written Shatti Al-Qurm) is a residential locality and district situated on the coast of Muscat, the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. ^[1] Known for its upscale businesses and expensive homes, it is also notable for being Muscat's diplomatic district due to many embassies and consulates being located there.

Shatti Al-Qurum is bordered by Qurum to the east, the Ministries and Embassies to the west and Madinat Qaboos to the south. It is a recent development, begun in the mid-1980s. ^[2] The most noticeable sight while driving down the Sultan Qaboos Street used to be the Intercontinental Hotel but today several other significant constructions have been built. Shatti is also the home of several more hotels including the Grand Hyatt, W Hotel Muscat, Crowne Plaza, and budget hotels such as Days Inn. After PDO, this is the most popular destination for expatriates living in Muscat.^{[ citation needed ]} The common and unique feature to Shatti is the ocean of white houses. Royal Opera House Muscat, cinema, theatre, schools and a hospital are also located there. ^[3]

Geography

Shatti Al-Qurm lies on the Gulf of Oman , west of Qurum and east of Al-Khuwair. The district stretches along a long public beach, backed by residential areas and commercial centers. It is located roughly midway between Muttrah and Seeb, making it part of Muscat’s urban core.

The district is often grouped with neighboring Qurm in broader descriptions of Muscat’s coastal districts, though administratively it belongs to Wilayat Bawshar

Features

Shatti Al-Qurm is home to several embassies, ambassadorial residences, and diplomatic offices. It is also one of the few neighborhoods in Muscat with a high concentration of luxury villas, gated communities, and modern apartment complexes.

Commercial and cultural amenities

• Hotels: International hotels such as the Crowne Plaza Muscat, InterContinental Muscat, and Grand Hyatt Muscat ^[4] are located in or near Shatti Al-Qurm.
• Shopping and dining: The district hosts numerous restaurants, cafés, and boutique shops, particularly along the beach road.
• Royal Opera House Muscat: Located adjacent to Shatti Al-Qurm in Qurm Heights, the Royal Opera House Muscat is a major cultural landmark and contributes to the area’s prestige. ^[5]
• The public beach of Shatti Al-Qurm is one of Muscat’s busiest. It is popular for walking, jogging, picnics, and water sports. The palm-lined corniche and wide sandy shore make it a focal point for both locals and expatriates. ^[6]

Administration

Shatti Al-Qurm is officially part of Wilayat Bawshar, one of six wilayat that make up the Muscat Governorate

See also

• Muscat Governorate
• Bawshar
• Qurm, Oman
• Royal Opera House Muscat

References

1. "Location: Shatti Al Qurm (27)". Oman Real Estate. Taif Properties. Retrieved 31 May 2017.
2. "Al Shatti | Top Muscat Attractions | Big Bus Tours". www.bigbustours.com. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
3. "Al Shatti | Top Muscat Attractions | Big Bus Tours". www.bigbustours.com. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
4. "Ministry of Heritage and Tourism - Home Page". mht.gov.om. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
5. "Royal Opera House Muscat". www.rohmuscat.org.om. Archived from the original on 2025-08-11. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
6. "Shati Al Qurum Beach, Muscat, Oman - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You Should Go". Wanderlog. Retrieved 2025-08-28.

23°37′01″N58°28′01″E / 23.617°N 58.467°E / 23.617; 58.467