Six Senses, Zighy Bay

Sitting on the northern Musandam Peninsula along a white sandy shore, under the shadow of a rugged mountain range, Six Senses Zighy Bay has a real sense of place. It also happens to be the pinnacle of luxury hotels in Oman.

The beach retreat prides itself on offering remarkable dining experiences, unique excursions, indulgent spa treatments and incredible pool villas – all while being committed to sustainable projects. To give you an idea of just how special your stay here will be, you can arrive at the resort by paragliding over the mountains. It doesn't get more memorable than that.

Sticking to Six Senses' signature style, the village-style villas here are all natural stone, warm wood and neutral tones: blending into the natural surroundings but not missing Omani design touches. They all come with their own private pools, with lovely lounge areas and cabanas, making it even harder to leave your villa. Beachfront Villas are particularly pretty, with expansive views out to the ocean, your own sunloungers on the sand, outdoor showers and direct beach access. If you want to totally unwind, go for the Spa Pool Villas, which come with their own spa suite. Bliss.

Dining here really is an experience in itself, with six different places to dine scattered throughout the resort. Sitting up on the mountaintop is the Sense On The Edge restaurant where you’ll be treated to sweeping views out to the Gulf of Oman as well as a delicious menu. Dine down on the sand at the Shua Shack, enjoy a meal in the wine cellar, or in the main restaurant, the Spice Market restaurant. Experiences here are equally extraordinary and varied, with sunset cruises, rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking around the surrounding mountains, snorkelling, scuba diving or taking a 4x4 drive to explore a nearby village. Children are welcomed with open arms here, with a kids club where special activities are designed for both the younger kids and teenagers.

Renowned for their spa treatments, visiting the Six Senses Spa is an absolute must. Here, you can have holistic treatments and feel completely rejuvenated. They even create personalised wellness programmes. Just say the word.

This high-end hotel is a two-hour drive from Dubai or a short flight from Muscat. Zighy Bay is easily reached for a relaxing stopover on the way to Asia or can even be incorporated into a larger exploration of Oman.

Look no further than this hotel if you're after utter luxury and thoughtful experiences. You'll love it.