Crowne Plaza Qurum Reopens After Renovation: What This Means for Oman’s Hospitality and Investment Opportunities
Muscat: Gulf Hotels (Oman) Company Limited has announced that the renovation project of the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Muscat, Qurum is now substantially complete, according to a disclosure to the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX).
The hotel resumed operations on September 1, 2025, reopening approximately 120 renovated rooms along with an all-day dining restaurant and other food and beverage facilities.
Renovation work on the remaining 80 rooms is still ongoing and is expected to be completed by September 30, 2025, when those rooms will also become operational.
Earlier, on February 23, 2025, Gulf Hotels had informed the Muscat Stock Exchange about the temporary closure of the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Muscat, Qurum for a three-month room renovation project scheduled from June to August 2025.
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The substantial completion of the Crowne Plaza Hotel Muscat’s renovation signals a revitalization in Oman’s hospitality sector, positioning it to attract higher-end tourism and business travelers. For businesses, this underscores growing opportunities in upscale hospitality and F&B services, while investors should consider capitalizing on the sector’s rebound and rising demand for quality accommodation. Entrepreneurs can explore innovative hospitality experiences and partnerships to leverage this enhanced infrastructure.
