Muttrah

Muttrah's Sultan Qaboos Port waterfront is the subject of a large tourism, cultural and leisure regeneration plan announced in October 2026.

Key facts

Status
Announced; phased plan

Overview

Muttrah is one of Muscat's oldest districts, known for its corniche, souq and historic port. In October 2026, new regeneration plans were announced for its waterfront.

On 5 October 2026, Oman's Ministry of Heritage and Tourism signed an agreement for the development of the Sultan Qaboos Port waterfront as a tourism, cultural and leisure destination. The site covers about 1 million m², with more than 400,000 m² designated as developable land. The plan is to be delivered in three phases across four districts: Port Souq, Port Gateway, Al Shatifi and Al Shatifi Hills.

Proposed elements include retail, hotels, homes, public spaces, restaurants and cafes, a waterfront promenade and a mountain resort. The stated aim is to add attractions while respecting Muttrah's heritage. A mixed-use component of 18.5 hectares within the wider plan was also reported, including residences, parks, leisure facilities and retail.

Separately, Muscat Municipality has presented a Muttrah proposal for private-sector investment, envisaging commercial buildings, parking, public spaces, craft and food markets, and a small hotel near the historic port.

Times of Oman has also reported coastal-protection works on Muttrah Corniche: a 268-metre project costing OMR 3 million, scheduled to finish in April 2027.

The announcements describe plans, and do not show that all phases are under construction.

What it means for buyers

Muttrah is an established, heritage-rich area, so supply is limited and any regeneration is intended to respect the existing character. The effect on property demand is uncertain.

The waterfront plan is at an early stage with three phases, so start dates for each phase, sales launches and handover timing are to be confirmed. Buyers should not assume specific facilities will open on any date.

Construction near the waterfront may bring disruption before benefits, and the final mix of homes, hotels and public space may change. No price growth or returns are promised.

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Timeline

5 October 2026
Agreement signed for the Sultan Qaboos Port waterfront development.
April 2027
Scheduled completion of the Muttrah Corniche coastal-protection works.
To be confirmed
Start and completion of the three development phases.

Frequently asked questions

What is planned for Muttrah's waterfront?

A tourism, cultural and leisure destination across four districts, with retail, hotels, homes, public spaces and a promenade.

How big is the site?

About 1 million m², with more than 400,000 m² designated as developable land.

Is construction under way?

The announcements describe plans. Start dates for the phases are to be confirmed.

Will heritage be protected?

The stated aim is to add attractions while respecting Muttrah's heritage. Details are to be confirmed.

Are homes planned?

Homes are among the proposed elements, but quantities and sales plans are to be confirmed.

Official sources

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