A magical retreat in Oman: Alila Hinu Bay

A magical retreat in Oman: Alila Hinu Bay

Far away from the humdrum of city life, here in the Sultanate's coastal town of Mirbat in the southern Dhofar region, a luxuriously sculpted artisanal hideaway lies perched amidst the centuries-old history and the plethora of unmarred natural wonders. Alila Hinu Bay – stretching over 45 hectares of land is a jewel adorning the sleepy hamlet on the Omani seashore, with its architectural marvels and authentic fabrication. Reflecting traditional Omani auras, Alila is a heritage in itself, upping the ante in the tropical part of the country. Carefully guarded and enfolded by the expansive blue sea, the endless horizon and the mighty unwavering heights of Jabal Samhan, Alila defines that classy getaway on all occasions. An hour's drive from the Salalah city centre by car Alila becomes even more comforting, once you experience the incomparable hospitality and warm gestures of the staff, no sooner than after your car is parked. The lobby is a patchwork of contemporary styles, while still throwing a light on that which is exclusively and traditionally Omani. The colossal arcade ahead of the lobby displaying the typical Omani architecture is blissful and enticing. The first heavenly sip of welcome drink offered to us - a karkade