The Alila Jabal Akhdar can rightfully lay claim to being one of the best hotels, not just in the Al Hajar mountains, but in the whole of Oman. It has a breath-taking clifftop location in the Jebel Akhdar region, around an hour from Nizwa. The stylish buildings are spread throughout the grounds and made from local rock to be in keeping with the rugged terrain that surrounds the resort. Each of the 86 rooms and villas has a generous amount of space and fantastic views. The facilities here include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a choice of restaurants to dine in and a world-class spa. For active guests, there are some great trails around the resort and the higher altitude means the temperature is often cooler and perfect for walking.