Yiti, on the coast south-east of central Muscat, has become one of Oman’s most active areas for international buyers. Two very different Integrated Tourism Complexes are being built there: AIDA by Dar Global and OMRAN, and The Sustainable City Yiti by Diamond Developers and OMRAN. This guide compares them.
Side-by-side
| AIDA | The Sustainable City Yiti | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Dar Global & OMRAN | Diamond Developers & OMRAN |
| Concept | Luxury cliffside resort with golf | Sustainability-led community |
| Scale | ≈ 3.5 million m² | 300+ villas, 1,000+ apartments, 132 Arc residences |
| Entry price | On request | Listed from OMR 89,451 |
| Handover | Q4 2026 (Phase 1 components) | December 2027 (official site) |
| Ownership | ITC freehold | ITC freehold |
AIDA: who it suits
AIDA sits around 130 metres above sea level with sweeping views over the Gulf of Oman and includes a Trump-branded golf course and residences. It suits buyers seeking a statement villa or branded residence and a resort lifestyle. Download the AIDA brochure.
The Sustainable City Yiti: who it suits
Built around walkability, shared green spaces, urban farming and a net-zero ambition by 2040, it suits families and buyers who value community and lower running costs, with a more accessible entry price. Download The Sustainable City Yiti brochure.
What to consider in Yiti
- Commute: test the drive to your workplace and schools.
- Stage: both are delivering in phases — check your unit’s timeline.
- Service charges: resort amenities and sustainability systems affect running costs; see service charges explained.
- Use: full-time home, holiday home or rental — see holiday homes and short-term rentals.
Compare with other coastal options in Jebel Sifah and Muscat Bay and the full ITC list.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Yiti?
On the coast south-east of central Muscat, roughly 25–30 minutes’ drive from the city centre depending on traffic.
Which is cheaper, AIDA or The Sustainable City?
The Sustainable City Yiti currently has the lower published entry price; AIDA pricing is by request.
Information checked 16 September 2026. Sources: Dar Global, The Sustainable City Yiti, MK Muscat inventory. General information only.
Cover photo: Poojaryroshan (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons