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Six Senses Zighy Bay

Zighy Bay, Oman

Oman / Six Senses Zighy Bay

Oman’s secret cove of serenity.

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Suspended between sky and sea, terracotta cliffs soaring behind and a horseshoe bay of turquoise ahead, Six Senses Zighy Bay sets the tone early: adventure and escapism, wrapped in barefoot elegance. Tucked between the Hajar Mountains and the Gulf of Oman, this hideaway isn't just remote—it’s cinematic. Though technically Omani, most guests arrive via the UAE, crossing the border near Dibba. It’s remote—but that’s the point. This is where the map fades and the magic begins.

The resort unfurls like a mirage at the end of a dramatic desert drive, where craggy mountains give way to a palm-fringed village of stone villas and shaded sandy paths. It’s a place where time slows, shoes are optional, and the soundtrack is equal parts birdsong, rustling palms, and lapping waves.

“Starting with a commitment to the local environment and reducing waste, preserving the oceans by educating fisherman and sharing new ideas with guests to take home with them, one other way we support our local Dibba community is by providing education, infrastructure and strategic help to the girl’s school, Sakina Bint Al Hussein, which fosters empowerment for their students.”

— Six Sense Zighy Bay

Book through us and unlock exclusive little luxuries.

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

  • Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant

  • $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)

  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

the look.

This is desert minimalism with a soul. Think weathered stone walls, shaded courtyards, and Omani-style villas that look like they’ve risen from the landscape itself. Interiors are cool and calming—muted tones, earthy textures, carved wood doors, woven palm details, and lantern-lit bathrooms made for long soaks.

Pools are private, gardens are sandy, and bicycles lean casually against villa walls, as if waiting for a slow afternoon spin.

The aesthetic here is less curated cool and more naturally poetic. A place where luxury whispers rather than shouts, and the backdrop does most of the talking.

the experience.

 

wellness, the Omani way

 

The spa is a destination in itself—yoga pavilions, hammams, sea-view treatment rooms, and personalized wellness programs ranging from sleep tracking to Ayurvedic detox. You’ll leave glowing, grounded, and possibly smelling faintly of frankincense.

 

dine with a view

 

Reserve a table at Sense on the Edge, the resort’s mountaintop restaurant perched 293 metres above the bay. The tasting menu? Elevated in every sense, with ingredients from the on-site organic garden and views that silence conversation.

 

fjord meets sea

 

Snorkel or set sail along the dramatic Musandam coastline, where rugged cliffs meet dolphin-dotted waters. Or simply paddleboard at sunrise when the sea is still as silk.

the impact.

community-focused

0.5% of annual revenue is invested into the local village of Zighy—supporting schools, homes, teachers, and medical needs. Omani villagers (including over 20 women) are integral to the resort team.

culinary sustainability

Much of the produce is grown on site, and kitchens operate with minimal waste and maximum flavor.

waste, water, and energy management

A clever atmospheric water system turns humidity into clean, drinkable water—cutting down dramatically on plastic bottles.

conservation-driven

Ongoing efforts to preserve the coral reefs and protect local marine life.

 

at a glance.

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Good to know

82 private-pool villas. Kids welcome: Absolutely. There’s a great kids' club and teen activities, too.

Location

Zighy Bay, Oman. Most arrive via Dubai—about a two-hour drive to Dibba, where resort transfer takes over.

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