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Located in Muscat and with Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque reachable within 2.9 miles, Basil Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 3.7 miles from Oman Avenues Mall, 5.7 miles from Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre and 6.6 miles from Oman Intl Exhibition Center. Ras Al Hamra Golf Club is 11 miles away and Central Business District is 14 miles from the hostel. Royal Opera House Muscat is 8 miles from the hostel, while Qurum Natural Park is 10 miles away. Muscat International Airport is 6.2 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

    • FREE parking!


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
6 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
9.1
High score for Muscat

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Casse
    United States United States
    Everything in this place is awesome. The owner, Basel, is amazing, cattered for us like I was home. The vibe is what kept me extended in this place. Homy feeling, chill & cozy atmosphere. Great location near the bus terminal, groceries, resturants...
  • Ali
    Iraq Iraq
    The host is very friendly and easy going and i made few friends in a short time
  • Evgeny
    United States United States
    This hostel is a villa in a nice neighborhood fairly close to the beach. Most people are travelers from around the world. Basil is a very nice guy. Loved the spacious living room area as well
  • Mohammed
    Oman Oman
    I booked the hostel late that night, Basil was super efficient managing the place even though it was soooo busy with guests. Thank you Basil
  • Christine
    Canada Canada
    Hostel attracts a great group of travelers, is comfortable and spacious. Basil the host is a pretty chill young man
  • Cris
    Oman Oman
    It was my first ever stay in a hostel in Oman and i like it. The property has a big common area where travelers can meet, kitchen that you can cook and store food, clean toilet and bath and spacious mixed dorm rooms. The manager is very responsive...
  • Travel_7
    India India
    Close to Airport,nice location,have good supermarkets and food cafe around..host was helpful in accommodating at late night
  • Majd
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    I can't say anything except that it was an exceptional experience!
  • Mhk997
    Iraq Iraq
    Exceptional stay , i love the place. Very recommended.
  • Royce
    United States United States
    I loved the location and how close it was to the airport. It had AC and everything. Overall my experience was amazing and I don't really have complaints. There is a convenience store around the corner and good food alongside it

Area info

Amenities of Basil Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    General

    • Smoke-free property

    Languages Spoken

    • Arabic
    • English

    House rules
    Basil Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
    Check-out
    From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Basil Hostel