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Reviews of Starry Domes Desert Camp

Al Muntarib, 421 Bidiyah, Oman

#12 of 26 hotels in Bidiyah

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Review score

Based on 272 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    10
    Our best stay in Oman!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We spent 2 nights at Starry Domes Camp and did all of the activities. The tour was very informative, camel ride was fun, and the dune bashing was the best activity we had during our holidays. It was all very well managed and very exclusive. Dinner was amazing! Looking at stars and the dunes at night was an experience on its own. We would highly recommend staying here for 2 nights at least, and doing all the activities. We hope to come back again next year!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    I recommend you with my eyes closed the team on site is there to take care of you with the multiple activities available
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This stay allowed us to rest and recharge our batteries with nature. It was relaxing in an idyllic setting.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2025

    9.0
    Wow!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Sandboard was disappointing

    The location was wonderful. The ideal place to experience the desert. The staff was kindly

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedsheet quality could be improved

    Amazing location, breakfast and dinner delicious, great quality.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2025

    10
    In short, I wish someone told me to spend 2 nights here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Loved the hospitality and the staff. The star gazing is a must !!! Please don’t miss it for any reason.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    We had an absolutely fantastic stay at this resort! The staff were kind and helpful (especially our driver Marwan) and e
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a thing

    Everything!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    This place is a paradise in earth. For us was perfect; the place, the dinner, the room and even the people who are worki
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    We appreciated everything. The dinner was delicious and the room was clean and really comfortable. The breakfast also very good.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    9.0
    Great place for a memorable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Very welcoming hosts, spacious, clean and comfortable tents, great location, lots of space between tents

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    10
    Amazing time in the desert with clear skies and stars.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything.

    Everything! Amazing place in the desert. Very clean. Fantastic room/tent/dome. Super friendly hosts (both brothers) who mingled with the guest during dinner and shared insights on living in the desert. We did the Dunes Bashing with a beautiful sunset view and the 3 hour desert tour. Generous portions for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We recommend staying there two (2) nights.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    8.0
    It is an excellent and enjoyable stay for us, and it better with the interaction with Hamed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    The sand dune bashing can be more exciting (personal preference). The place and host/owner are excellent, nothing to nip pick.

    The positive energy of the host Hamed is contagious, making the tour very enjoyable. The room is clean and well equipped with amenities, The room is very comfortable and excellent view to the sunrise and night scene, Amazing place to view the night sky with low to little light pollution.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2025

    10
    Magical stay :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are just not enough stars to rate this place. The accommodation is great, with a panoramic view on the desert from the room. Each of them is well distanced from the other ones, giving privacy to everyone. The logistics to be picked up from Bidiyah was very smooth and well organized. Last but not least, we want to warmly thank you, Mohamed and Salman, for your kindness and our interesting discussions :)

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    9.0
    Fun experience in the desert with the stars
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The campsite was beautiful, and the staff made sure to accommodate our needs. Would definitely recommend for those that want a different desert experience than sleeping in a tent.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    10
    Magical desert escape under the Milky Way!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its not necessarily cheap, but an experience like this is well worth the money. We will definitely do this again when we visit Oman

    We had an unforgettable stay at Starry Domes in Bidiyah, Oman. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, especially Hameed and Ahmed, who made our experience even more special. The views of the stars (Milky Way) and surrounding nature were absolutely breathtaking. It’s the perfect place to disconnect and enjoy a raw, primal connection with the desert. The food was delicious and authentic. The rooms were surprisingly spacious and spotless, you’d never guess it’s actually a tent! Dune bashing was a thrilling highlight. If you don't have a 4x4 you can drive in the dessert,, transport to the camp can easily be arranged from the meeting. The peaceful atmosphere is ideal for couples looking to relax and unwind. We felt completely at ease and taken care of. My wife and I will cherish this memory forever. Highly recommended! This is our first ever 10 out of 10 experience!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2025

    10
    Perfect stay in the dessert
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its a really nice camp, verry quiet. Stayed here with 3 young kids, was wonderfull.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    10
    Incredible experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A once in a lifetime experience! Beautiful location in the desert, and fun activities offered such as dune-bashing, camel riding and star gazing. The owners are really friendly and welcoming, and the accommodation is really comfortable. The food is high quality and fresh, with lots of options to chose from (buffet style). Would definitely recommend if you are visiting Oman!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    9.0
    Enchanted Nights Under a Celestial Canopy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What a truly magical escape! Far from the bustle of typical tourist spots, our experience at the Starry Dome was nothing short of extraordinary. From the very beginning, the owner and his son were incredibly helpful, readily answering our queries as we made our way to the rendezvous point. The exhilarating drive through the dunes was a delightful prelude to the beauty that awaited us. Despite a partially veiled sky, the sunset painted the sand in breathtaking hues, offering a magnificent vista. The dome itself was thoughtfully designed, featuring a grand window that promised a sunrise spectacle from the comfort of our bed. The staff's warmth and attentiveness enhanced our stay. Before a delectable dinner, the owner graciously shared his knowledge of the starry sky, weaving captivating tales that enthralled all the guests. It was a truly enchanting experience. Even after our meal, we lingered on the terrace, captivated by the owner's stories of life in his beloved Oman. Returning to our cozy dome, we savored the serene desert night, enjoying a comforting hot beverage. Every precious moment spent in this tranquil desert haven was a treasure. We left with hearts full of joy and memories that will forever sparkle like the stars we gazed upon. S.V. & B.G. / Switzerland

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thank you for an incredible experience. Beautiful accommodation, private enough. Beautiful place full of peace, food and staff approach are top notch. Great approach of the owner and a wonderful time ended with a trip to the desert, we only recommend it. Pavel and all group CZE

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location about 30 minutes into the desert with other camps in sight. Lots of activities available. Staff were very welcoming and accommodating.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    10
    Great place, unforgettable memories, highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some places and attractions need a bit TLC. The pyramid wasn’t half broken, the starry domes light wasn’t working etc.

    Great little camp, very private domes, not overcrowded. The staff is very welcoming and the domes are really clean and comfortable. Stargazing at the end of the night was a nice touch.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    9.0
    Excellent and comfi stay in the Wahiba desert
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    -

    Very roomy bungalows with a very comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. Excellent view from the front porch of the Bungalow. Nice and cozy common are to relax and eat.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2025

    8.0
    Lovely place in the desert but the late dune bashing doesn't allow for an immersive experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -Unfortunately the dune bashing went on until 21:30 at night, which ruined the said stargazing experience. You go to the desert to experience the calmness and tranquility, but the dune bashers were revving their engines until really late on the big hill across from the camp. That became tiring since the dune bashing started at 17:30 and lasted for 4hours. - Some of the facilities require attention, especially the staff accommodation area as you enter on the left of the camp.

    -Amazing host and location.Provides you with a certain luxury in the desert. -Owner/host was a great person and did try to create a romantic Arabic atmosphere after dinner with stargazing and explaining about them. Makes you feel.welcome. -It is more expensive than the other camps but it is worth it as it is not in the outskirts of the desert but deep enough. -Food and breakfast were adequate considering where you really are. - Sandboarding was a fun experience

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    10
    Breathetaking sunset on the desert dunes
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing Location into the desert. Every room is isolated to enjoy the privacy and the relax offered by the desert.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2025

    8.0
    Excellent stay, highly recommend Starry Domes Desert Camp for the location, comfort and experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom was a little small and even though there was a shower head but no separate shower area (it was toilet/shower room where the floor would get wet) but I was simply happy that there we had our own private bathroom in a glamping place.

    Location was excellent, the owner was very approachable and staff were helpful and tried their best to communicate in English. The family room was comfortable and sufficiently large for 2 adults and 2 children. Air conditioning worked well, albeit a little noisy. The star gazing night fire camp was a personal favourite and the kids enjoyed the free zipline and especially the dune bashing (so much more fun than dune bashing elsewhere in the Middle East).

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    It was amazing.. lovely food, it was fresh and the grills were delicious. I’ve been to buffets that had so much variety yet not that delicious. This was simple and good. Loved the quietness of the desert the location the drive the staff the rooms all in all was just perfect and the cherry on the top was deciding to take the hot air balloon. We were blessed to be on a hot air balloon above the clouds for a good amount of time and the sun rising. Just perfect

    Stayed in February 2025

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