Guidelines as regards to the design of some main tourism accommodations facilities and annexed main services have been published to ensure an aesthetic and harmonious construction of these facilities especially along the coast. One of the main provisions relates to the maximum floor levels for resort hotels that are as follows:

General information on the Planning Policy Guidelines for coastal areas are available on the website of the Ministry of Housing and Lands (please click here).

Detailed information on the design guidance is available for download for the type of development:

• Resort Hotel
• Eco-tourism
• Golf
• Marina

In a bid to ensure the quality of tourist accommodation facilities, a document (please click here) depicting the minimum standards and conditions required in hotels, has been published by the relevant Authorities. Information include layout of the hotel, health and security measures, staffing, general facilities, etc.