Muscat costs 30-150 OMR per day for travelers in 2026. Hotels average 30 OMR/night, meals cost 10-20 OMR, making Muscat affordable compared to other Middle East destinations. Budget travelers (30 OMR/day): Stay in hostels (10 OMR/night), eat at local restaurants (10 OMR/meal), use public transport. Mid-range travelers (70 OMR/day): Comfortable hotels (30 OMR/night), varied dining (20 OMR/meal), occasional taxis. Luxury travelers (150 OMR/day): Premium hotels (100 OMR/night), fine dining (40 OMR/meal), private tours. Muscat ranks as affordable within Middle East, offering excellent value compared to regional averages.
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Muscat Trip Cost: How Much Does It Cost to Visit in 2026?
Daily budget guide for Muscat (prices in OMR)Updated
- BudgetOMR 30–OMR 70 / day
- Mid-rangeOMR 70–OMR 150 / day
- LuxuryOMR 150–OMR 225 / day
What a day in Muscat costs
Budget
OMR 30–OMR 70 / day
≈ $78 USD
Hostels or guesthouses, street food and markets, public transport.
Mid-range
OMR 70–OMR 150 / day
≈ $182 USD
Comfortable hotels, sit-down restaurants, a few paid activities.
Luxury
OMR 150–OMR 225 / day
≈ $390 USD
Boutique or five-star stays, fine dining, private tours and transfers.
Estimates are per person, per day, in OMR. USD equivalents use open.er-api.com exchange rates from 3 Sep 2026.
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Estimated trip budget · OMR
7 days · 1 traveler · Mid-range
- Daily budget per person
- OMR 70–OMR 150
- Season adjustment
- ×1
An editorial estimate, not a booking quote. Daily budget × days × travelers × season adjustment. Add flights, insurance, and any costs outside the guide separately. Shared rooms and child rates may change your total.
Where the money goes
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stay | OMR 10 | OMR 30 | OMR 100 |
| Eat | OMR 10 | OMR 20 | OMR 40 |
| Do | OMR 5 | OMR 10 | OMR 30 |
| Categories combined | OMR 25 | OMR 60 | OMR 170 |
Category figures are typical daily spends; the tier totals above them include everyday extras, so the two need not match to the unit.
Everyday prices
- Prices
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- Currency
- OMR
- Exchange rate
- OMR 1
Typical prices at the time of research, in OMR; expect variation by neighbourhood and season.
Prices through the year
- Low×0.8
- High×1.2
- Shoulder×0.95
Stretch your budget
Ways to save
- Stay in guesthouses or simple hotels instead of higher-end resort properties
- Eat at local cafeterias, shawarma spots, and casual restaurants instead of hotel-heavy dining
- Use local buses or group your drives instead of stacking taxis for short city trips
- Build the trip around free corniche walks, markets, mosques, and lookouts between paid excursions
- Travel in shoulder months for better room value than peak cool-season demand
Budget tips
- Muscat is usually much more manageable than its regional neighbors if you stay in simple hotels, eat at local cafeterias, and treat the corniche, mosques, markets, and scenic drives as the core of the trip rather than constant private touring.
Worth the splurge
- Overnight cruise in Musandam fjords
- Luxury desert camp experience near Wahiba Sands
- Fine dining at beachfront seafood restaurants in Al Bustan
- Spa and wellness retreat at a 5-star resort
Free things to do
- {"name": "Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque", "tips": "Non-Muslim visitors are welcome between 8-11am Saturday to Thursday; dress conservatively (women should cover hair) and you'll be given abayas/scarves if needed at the entrance", "bestTime": "Morning during visiting hours for non-Muslims, when you can see the light streaming through stained glass and admire the immense chandelier", "description": "Oman's grandest mosque, boasting a massive prayer carpet and chandelier, with serene marble courtyards and gardens, open to visitors free of charge during designated times"}
- {"name": "Mutrah Corniche & Souq", "tips": "Walk along the waterfront for views of the harbor and giant incense burner monument, then duck into Mutrah Souq's alleys for a cooling escape and spices aroma; bargaining is expected if you decide to shop", "bestTime": "Early evening when the heat subsides and the souq comes alive with locals and tourists mingling", "description": "Scenic seaside promenade in Old Muscat leading to a traditional covered market where you can wander among shops selling frankincense, silver, and textiles without any entry fee"}
- {"name": "Qurum Beach", "tips": "Enjoy a sunset stroll or join the locals for a game of football on the sand; the beach is expansive so you can find a quiet spot even on weekends", "bestTime": "Sunset for cooler temperatures and a beautiful view of the sun dipping into the Gulf of Oman", "description": "Long public beach in the Qurum district with golden sands and gentle waves, a popular spot for families and exercise that's free to access all year round"}
Frequently asked questions
How expensive is Muscat?
Daily costs €40-€70
Best money-saving tips?
Use local buses and microbuses, eat at street stalls and local cafés, book guesthouses in Al Khuwair, visit free attractions like the Corniche and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, bargain at Muttrah Souq
Average meal cost?
Budget €3, mid €10, fine €25
Safety?
Muscat is very safe with low crime rates; just follow basic precautions
Planning the trip? Read the full Muscat guide.
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