Accommodation Scams in Muscat

Ramadan Peak Season Accommodation Fraud

Fraudulent listings on third-party booking platforms spike during Ramadan and Eid al-Adha when legitimate hotel inventory in Muscat sells out quickly. Scammers post photos of upscale properties in Al Mouj or the Shatti Al Qurum district at attractive rates, collect full payment upfront, and either cancel last-minute or provide a non-existent address. Victims arrive during a busy holiday period with no accommodation and limited recourse.