Barr Al Jissah Resort

The Barr Al Jissah Resort complex is a new self-contained resort complex situated some 12 km to the south east of Muscat on an undeveloped site adjacent to the sea, with a spectacular mountain setting. The complex will form a key role in underpinning the Omani government's aim to increase attractions for premium market tourists to the country.

The total land area under development amounts to 230,000 square metres. All buildings are low rise (up to 5 storeys), and architecturally are in the local Arabian style. At the start of the project, the site was only accessible by sea and all staff, labour, materials and equipment had to be transported by boat to a purpose-made jetty. Carillion was also responsible for driving a new access road to the complex through the adjacent mountains.

The first phase of the project opened in December 2005.