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Hostel Erfan
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Reviews of Hostel Erfan
1️⃣ Overall Review – My Experience at Hostel Erfan, Muscat.
This review reflects only my personal experience during my stay from 18 July to 8 August 2025. It is shared in good faith, in line with Google Maps policies, to inform other travelers.
In my experience, the atmosphere at this property did not reflect the welcoming spirit of Omani hospitality I expected. From the first day, I noticed a persistent tone of bias in how guests were treated by one of the owners — including judgmental looks and noticeably different levels of warmth toward people of different nationalities. At times, it even appeared that guests were separated into rooms or floors in ways that seemed linked to their background.
While the building was clean and the house rules clearly posted, the interpersonal environment created by management — particularly this owner — made my stay feel tense and, at times, unwelcome. This was disappointing because Oman is widely known for generosity, tolerance, and respectful treatment of visitors — values that were a major reason I chose to visit.
2️⃣ My Detailed Experience – From Day 1 to the Final Night.
I fully complied with every house rule — wearing slippers inside, respecting quiet hours, keeping my bedroom door closed, and using the kitchen only during permitted hours. Despite this, interactions with one of the owners often felt cold and distant, and that tone persisted throughout my stay.
Compact enough for solo travellers. Reasonable price and friendly staff. Kept clean.
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Policies of Hostel Erfan
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Check-In:
From 14:00 to 23:00
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Check-Out:
From 08:00 to 12:00
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This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Child policies: Children of any age are welcome. To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
There is no age requirement for check-in
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Parties/events are not allowed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What popular attractions are located near Hostel Erfan?
Nearest attractions to Erfan: Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (0.83 km.), Oman Avenues Mall (2.9 km.), The Special Economic Zone Authority at Duqm - SEZAD (2.9 km.), Oman Drydock Company S.A.O.C (2.9 km.), Ghala Golf Club (3.2 km.), Gala Wentworth Golf Club (3.2 km.), Natural History Museum (4.2 km.)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in at Hostel Erfan is available From 14:00 to 23:00, check-out From 08:00 to 12:00.
How to get to Erfan?
Erfan is located 10 km. from Muscat International Airport.
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Nearby Attractions Hostel Erfan
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque 0.83 km.
Oman Avenues Mall 2.9 km.
Oman Drydock Company S.A.O.C 2.9 km.
Ghala Golf Club 3.2 km.
Gala Wentworth Golf Club 3.2 km.
Natural History Museum 4.2 km.
Al Maha Golf Club 6 km.
Royal Opera House Muscat 9 km.
Closest Airports
Muscat International Airport 10 km.
They are very bad in financial dealings. A friend of ours agreed with them that when he sends people to stay there, they would give him a commission, but they don’t keep their word with him.