Where to go this summer: The best hotel deals across the GCC

From a brunch-and-spa weekend in Riyadh to a frankincense ceremony in Salalah and a mountain retreat high above Muscat, this season’s staycation offerings span the region with something for every kind of traveller. Here’s where to book.

Fairmont Riyadh

Fairmont Riyadh is offering its Summer Weekend + Brunch Package through the end of August, with rates starting from SAR 999++. The staycation package includes luxury accommodation, a complimentary Saturday Brunch at 365 Restaurant, 20% off treatments at Fairmont Spa, a complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability), and late check-out, making it an ideal weekend escape for families and couples alike.

For bookings, email RIY.Reservations@Fairmont.com or call +966 11 826 2626.

Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort

This summer, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort offers a collection of seasonal experiences available from 1 May to 30 September 2026. Set high on Oman’s Jebel Akhdar, the offers include a day pass to the infinity pool, a 60-minute Anantara Signature Massage with spa access, guided village hikes, curated wellness sessions, floating breakfasts, private in-villa BBQs and afternoon tea experiences, alongside savings of up to 15% on food and beverage and additional benefits on room and villa bookings.

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Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa

Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa is offering a UAE Staycation package that includes daily breakfast and dinner at Brasserie 2.0, 30% off food and beverage across the resort, and 30% off spa treatments. The offer provides UAE residents with a summer escape combining accommodation, dining and wellness benefits.

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Miraval The Red Sea

Miraval The Red Sea is inviting guests to embrace summer with The Season of Stillness, an adults-only wellness offering on Shura Island. The experience includes all-inclusive dining, more than 20 daily wellness activities, a SAR 700 daily resort credit, and 30% savings, alongside mindfulness, creative and spa experiences curated to promote relaxation and personal wellbeing.

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Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC

Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC has launched its “Stay & Smile” summer staycation package, with rates starting from OMR 55 net per night. The offer includes an overnight stay, daily breakfast and dinner for two adults and two children under six, complimentary access to the outdoor pool and family games room, 20% savings on spa treatments, and 25% off dining at Charm Thai and Le Petit Belge. Additional dining rates apply for children aged 6–11 (OMR 11) and 12 years and above (OMR 22).

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Fairmont The Palm

The staycation offer includes a 100% food and beverage credit and 30% discount on spa treatments throughout the stay, along with early check-in from 9am and late check-out until 7pm, subject to availability. Guests can also enjoy a complimentary room upgrade, also subject to availability.

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Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara

To celebrate Anantara Hotels & Resorts’ 25th anniversary, Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara is offering The Magic of Salalah – 25th Anniversary Experience, available until 31 December 2026. Guests can book the experience as an add-on or as part of a minimum two-night private pool villa stay package from OMR 475 for two, which includes luxury accommodation, a welcome anniversary cake, a 60-minute spa treatment for two, a Designer Dining experience, a half-day Salalah Insider Tour, a symbolic frankincense tree-planting ceremony, and a commemorative departure gift.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has launched The Coastal Retreat, a summer staycation available until 31 August for UAE residents and international travellers, offering savings on flexible room rates along with a complimentary breakfast for two, early check-in, late check-out, and discounts across dining and spa experiences. Guests staying at the JBR beachfront resort can enjoy access to its private beach, pools, dining venues and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, while children under 14 dine free when accompanied by paying adults. The experience also includes football screenings at La Baie, with indoor and outdoor viewing areas, poolside match viewing until 3am and a curated Football Fever menu throughout the tournament.

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