Hotels in Khasab

About Khasab

Khasab is a coastal city in northern Oman, perched on the Musandam Peninsula where the Arabian Gulf meets the Strait of Hormuz. The city sits in a dramatic landscape of steep, barren mountains that plunge directly into turquoise waters, creating fjord-like inlets known locally as khors. Travellers staying here find themselves near a working harbour where traditional wooden dhows still operate, and close to the centuries-old Khasab Fort built by the Portuguese. The surrounding waters attract dolphins and offer opportunities for boat trips through the narrow sea inlets. Inland, the road climbs through rugged terrain toward the village of Sayh Plateau, where terraced fields and stone villages sit at high elevation. The city serves as the main entry point to the Musandam Governorate, accessible by domestic flights from Muscat or by road from the United Arab Emirates. The area retains a frontier atmosphere, with fishing and maritime trade remaining central to local life alongside growing visitor interest in its striking natural setting.