Hawana Salalah 2026: The Complete Guide to Prices, Freehold Ownership,
Residency & Investment in Oman's Largest Resort
If you are searching for property for sale in Salalah that combines
coastal living, freehold ownership in Oman, and a seasonal rental return you
won't find anywhere else, Hawana Salalah is the first name to know. Chalets
start from about OMR 110,000 and standalone villas from about OMR 219,000 (VAT
inclusive), with an easy payment plan: just 10% down and the balance over 3
years. This guide covers the project, location, prices, unit types, freehold
and residency benefits, and why it ranks among Oman's strongest real-estate
investments.
What Is Hawana Salalah?
Hawana Salalah is Oman's largest integrated tourism destination, stretching along the Arabian Sea coast in Dhofar. It is not a conventional residential compound but a complete resort town featuring the Sultanate's largest yacht marina, international 5-star hotels, Hawana Aqua Park, lagoons and white sandy beaches, alongside waterfront dining and a diverse range of homes suited to permanent living, holiday homes and investment.
Most importantly for investors: the project is classified as an
Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC), allowing eligible foreigners full freehold
ownership in Oman, with a pathway to property-linked residency under the
applicable regulations.
Where Is Hawana Salalah Located?
The resort sits in Dhofar governorate, just about 20 minutes from Salalah
International Airport and a short drive from Salalah city centre, malls,
hospitals and international schools. Dhofar is famous for its extraordinary
khareef (monsoon) season, which turns the region green and draws hundreds of
thousands of visitors every year — directly fuelling rental demand inside the
resort.
Who Is the Developer?
The project is developed by Muriya, a partnership between Orascom
Development — the global developer behind integrated coastal towns such as El
Gouna in Egypt — and Oman's government-owned Omran Group. This partnership
gives the project strong operational credibility: the resort is built and fully
operating, with working hotels and a marina — not just plans on paper.
Hawana Salalah Prices 2026 & Unit Types
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Payment Plan: 10% Down & 3-Year Installments
• Just 10% booking down payment.
• Balance in installments over 3 years (36 months).
• Prices include 5% VAT.
This plan puts a beachfront resort property within reach of a wider range
of buyers, and lets investors start earning rental income before completing the
full price.
Freehold Ownership in Oman at Hawana Salalah
Under the project's ITC classification, eligible foreigners can purchase
property on a full freehold basis — with the right to use, sell, lease and
bequeath — under Omani law. This differs fundamentally from temporary usufruct:
ownership is registered permanently in the buyer's name.
Property Residency in Oman
Buying a qualifying property at Hawana Salalah opens a pathway to Oman's
property-linked residency for the owner and immediate family once legal
conditions are met — a renewable residency tied to continued ownership. For
higher-value investments (from OMR 250,000), a long-term investor visa is
available under current regulations — a threshold most standalone villas in the
resort meet.
Why Is Investing in Hawana Salalah a Strong Opportunity?
• Khareef-season returns: Salalah welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors during khareef (June–September), driving exceptional short-let rates — an advantage unavailable in Muscat or any other Gulf destination.
• A built, operating resort: working hotels, marina and aqua park mean your unit is an income-generating asset almost from day one, not a future promise.
• Low-tax environment: no personal income tax in Oman currently (a limited framework for high earners begins in 2028).
• Full freehold + residency: a combination that attracts regional and international buyers and supports resale values.
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Salalah's continued growth:
expanding infrastructure and government investment keep strengthening demand
for apartments and villas for sale in Salalah year after year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the starting prices at Hawana Salalah?
Chalets start from about OMR 102,000–110,000 and standalone villas from
about OMR 219,000, VAT inclusive, depending on type and size.
What payment plan is available?
Just 10% down, with the balance in installments over 3 years (36 months).
Can foreigners own property at Hawana Salalah?
Yes. The project is an Integrated Tourism Complex (ITC), allowing
eligible foreigners full freehold ownership under Omani law.
Does buying grant residency in Oman?
A qualifying purchase opens a pathway to property-linked residency for
the owner and family once conditions are met — renewable and tied to ownership.
Where exactly is the project?
On the Arabian Sea coast in Dhofar, about 20 minutes from Salalah
International Airport and close to the city centre.
Which unit is best for rental investment?
Chalets and smaller villas deliver the highest relative yields in khareef
season thanks to easy tourist letting; larger villas suit long family stays.
Who is the developer?
Muriya — a partnership between Orascom Development and Oman's Omran
Group.
Take Your Next Step
Whether you want a beachfront holiday home, a permanent residence in Oman's most beautiful city, or an investment with strong seasonal returns — Hawana Salalah delivers all three. Contact us now via WhatsApp or phone for available units, updated prices, and full freehold and residency details, and book your viewing.