The Al Waha Hotel is part of Shangri-La's Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa. The resort’s dramatic setting has a backdrop of arid desert mountains, on the Al Jissah bay. This extensive luxury resort has an Asian spa, a number of restaurants and bars, and a variety of entertainment options, including private beaches, swimming pools, and water sports. The Al Waha Hotel’s name translates as “the Oasis,” and it is set among a number of swimming pools. The buildings are designed to imitate traditional Dhofari architecture. This is the largest of the resort’s hotels, and it is designed to accommodate families and groups. The complex also includes the deluxe Al Bandar Hotel and the exclusive Al Husn Hotel.