Best Luxury Hotels in Doha

Doha, the capital city of Qatar, emerges as a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and architectural innovation in the Middle East. This dynamic cityscape, framed by the Persian Gulf’s tranquil waters, presents a striking juxtaposition of ultramodern skyscrapers and historical treasures. The city is renowned for its bustling souqs, lush green parks, and a promenade along the Corniche, offering stunning views and a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage intertwined with cutting-edge development. Here are our favourite 5 star and luxury hotels in the city.



Doha, Qatar

Al Messila – A Luxury Collection Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 152 Rooms & Suites Including 30 Private Villas With Pools & Gardens.
Amenities Eight Dining Venues Including Italian & International Cuisine, A 14,000 Square Metre Spa With Hydro-Wellness Areas, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre, Kids Club, Tennis & Squash Courts, & Butler Service In Villas.
More Located In Doha Near Key Attractions Such As The Museum Of Islamic Art & The National Museum Of Qatar

This Marriott hotel is the first Luxury Collection resort in Doha, sandwiched between the desert and the city. Guests can opt to stay in private pool villas, surrounded by scented gardens, or rooms in the main ‘palace’ building. Take a tailor-made water and treatment journey in the spa, led by a retreat specialist, dine on Michelin Star Chef Pino Lavarra’s cuisine in the restaurants and let the children enjoy themselves at the largest hotel kids club in Doha.

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Al Messila – A Luxury Collection Doha

Doha, Qatar

The St Regis Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 335 Rooms & Suites With Arabian Gulf Views & Bespoke Butler Service.
Amenities Over 15 Dining Venues Including Fine-Dining & Casual Options, Guerlain Spa With Steam Rooms & Jacuzzi, Olympic-Sized Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre, Kids Club, Tennis Courts & Chauffeur Services.
More Located In Doha's West Bay Area Near The Diplomatic District With Private Beach Access.

Situated on the West Bay, St Regis provides 24-hour butler service, epicurean adventures in 12 destination restaurants and a heated Olympic-size swimming pool. Its world-class Remède Spa leads directly onto the beach and provides divine massages, facial and body treatments.

Doha, Qatar

The Ritz Carlton Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 374 Rooms Including 61 Luxury Suites & 42 Club Rooms
Amenities Features Include Multiple International Dining Options, A Spa With Hammam & Cryosauna, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool With Swim-Up Bar, Club Lounge, Kids Club, Indoor Tennis & Squash Courts.
More Located On A Private Island In West Bay Lagoon Near The Pearl Qatar & Lusail City.

East meets West at this high-end Ritz-Carlton property, home to the largest chandelier in the Middle East. An American style steakhouse, Asian fusion restaurant, French Brasserie and regal lobby lounge serving afternoon tea all blend seamlessly in this 374 roomed marina-side hotel.

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The Ritz Carlton Doha

Doha, Qatar

Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 174 Luxurious Rooms & Suites, Including the Expansive Royal Villa
More Set Along the Doha Coastline with Views of the Arabian Gulf

Stay in the closest hotel you’ll find to a sheikh’s palace, at this 174-room village resort. Try one of 250 treatments at the spa, wander the palm-lined courtyards, sunbathe on the private bayside beach, dine on Levantine and Middle Eastern food. The hotel is furnished with glittering chandeliers, exotic antiques, marble hardware and fine linens.

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Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Doha, Qatar

Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 281 Rooms & Suites Including 69 Suites With Two Presidential & Two Royal Suites Offering Expansive Balconies & Luxurious Design.
Amenities Features Include 11 Dining Venues Offering Diverse Cuisines, A Spa With 21 Treatment Rooms, Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, 11 Outdoor Pools, Personalised Butler Services, Dedicated Kids Club, Airport Transfers With BMW Limousines, Exclusive Chauffeur Services, Outdoor Tennis Courts With Professional Coaching & State-Of-The-Art Padel Courts.
More Located On A Private Island In The Heart Of The Pearl In Doha Offering Breathtaking Views Of The Arabian Gulf & The Pearl.

The offer at the Kempinski hotel includes seven restaurants, an award-winning Clarins Spa, a private beach, outdoor pools, a tennis court, a fitness centre, all-age round the clock activities and water sports. Found on the Pearl-Qatar, a man-made island, this hotel has a white-glove standard of service.

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Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Doha, Qatar

Mondrian Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 270 Rooms & Suites With Bold Interiors & Luxury Furnishings.
Amenities Features Include A Rooftop Pool With City Views, Wellness Facilities With Treatments & A Range Of International Dining Options.
More Located In A Vibrant Area Of Doha Near Cultural Attractions & Commercial Hubs.

With interior design by Marcel Wanders, each area in this SBE operated five-star hotel tells its own story. Grand, modern and very artistic, the decor bears much Arabic influence, both old and new. Stained glass, falcon video art, indoor trees, gilt creatures and giant ornate columns create an installation like effect in many of the spaces. Rooms have river or city views and include VIP penthouses.

Doha, Qatar

Four Seasons Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 237 Accommodations Including 57 Suites Offer Sea-Inspired Design & Modern Amenities.
Amenities The Hotel Features Multiple Dining Venues Serving Diverse Cuisines, A Comprehensive Spa & Wellness Centre, Fitness Facilities, Outdoor Pools, Pet-Friendly Policies, Personalised Butler Services, A Kids Program, Chauffeur Services & Tennis Courts.
More Situated Along Doha's Corniche, The Hotel Provides Panoramic Views Of The Arabian Gulf In A Beachfront Urban Retreat

The spa and wellness centre at this Four Seasons property is spread across not one, but three levels. Rooms offer superb views across the Arabian Gulf and there’s the exclusive Palm Jumeirah beach right outside. Ideal for families – a kids’ club ensures little ones are entertained and your (small) dogs are made welcome too.

Doha, Qatar

Mandarin Oriental Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 249 Rooms & Suites & Apartments Are Available At This Hotel.
Amenities Facilities Include A Rooftop Pool & A Comprehensive Spa & Multiple Dining Venues & A Fitness Centre & A Kids Club & An Exclusive Lounge For Suite Guests.
More Located In The Heart Of A Sustainable Downtown District Offering Easy Access To Cultural Attractions & Shopping Destinations.

In the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, overlooking the square, Doha’s Mandarin Oriental is the epitome of understated luxury. Swim in two rooftop pools, drink and dine in nine restaurants and bars (including one dedicated entirely to sweet treats) and soak in your room’s oversized marble tub. 249 modern rooms display Qatari accents, and include a decadent Royal Suite, with its own lift and plunge pool.

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Mandarin Oriental Doha

Doha, Qatar

Le Royal Méridien Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 377 Rooms Suites & Residences Including 53 Suites & 137 Apartments.
Amenities Dining Options Include Italian Mediterranean & International Cuisine Alongside A Wellness Centre Fitness Facilities Outdoor Pool Kids Club & Club Lounge.
More Located In Lusail City With Direct Access To A Luxury Mall & Close Proximity To Major Attractions.

Found in the up and coming city of Lusail, this sparkling new hotel from Marriott opened its doors in 2022. It has a direct connection to the Place Vendôme Qatar, a luxury mall with shops, theatres and restaurants. Le Royal Méridien is 15 minutes from Doha’s downtown, housing 377 bedrooms and suites, with 137 studios and apartments. The 11-storey building also has several drinking and dining establishments: Adrift Anda by David Myers, alfresco restaurant Yedi, Loleya Patisserie by Chef Aziz, and The G.O.A.T Sports Lounge, as well as swimming pools for adults and families.

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Le Royal Méridien Doha

Doha, Qatar

The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 100 Rooms & Suites with Panoramic Views
More Located in Doha's Cultural Katara Village with easy Access to Local attractions

Perched on the Arabian Gulf with mountains to its rear, this brand new resort from GHM envelopes its guests in privacy, indulgence and authentic Qatari hospitality. It takes many cues from the area’s heritage and adopts a modern outlook. The hotel has a private, fully-serviced beach, a seaside pool area, a spa (with male and female areas), and several dining options providing top-class meals from morning till night. Check into a room, a suite, or your own villa with a garden and a private pool. It may be conveniently close to the city centre attractions, but it feels like you’re a world away – an ideal combination of seclusion and access to amenities.

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The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort

Doha, Qatar

The Ned Doha

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 90 Rooms & Suites
More Centrally Situated in Doha's Former Ministry of Interior Building

The Ned Doha, set in Qatar’s former Ministry of Interior overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Doha skyline, combines luxurious accommodations with extensive amenities across five floors. It features 90 rooms, including suites with panoramic views, and six diverse restaurants offering everything from Northern Italian to Pan-Asian cuisine, all Halal. The design, revitalised by David Chipperfield Architects and inspired by the glamorous 1970s, showcases rich materials like green marble and terrazzo flooring. Key facilities include a live performance stage, a health club with a spa, and a new event space. Additionally, The Ned Doha houses an art collection focusing on local and regional artists, enhancing its cultural footprint.

Doha, Qatar

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 283 Art Deco-Inspired Rooms & Suites Plus 50 Luxury Apartments With Fully Equipped Kitchens.
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues Including A Signature Restaurant By A Celebrated Chef A Four-Floor Wellness Centre A 39th-Floor Fitness Centre Three Indoor Pools Pet-Friendly Policies Club Lounge Access Personal Concierge Service & Private Airport Transfers.
More Located In Doha's West Bay District Near City Centre Mall & The Diplomatic Area.

Located in the heart of Doha’s Diplomatic Area, the Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay exudes luxury and opulence in the Qatari capital. This 44-story, modern skyscraper boasts 283 exquisite Art-Deco-inspired rooms and suites, brightly lit by floor-to-ceiling windows, as well as 50 deluxe apartments. Guests are invited to indulge in the lavish Waldorf Astoria Spa & Fitness facilities, spread over 4 floors and complete with a Turkish bath and 26-metre indoor swimming pool. This stylish hotel caters to all palates with a wide range of local and international cuisines in its numerous sophisticated bars and restaurants. The Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay is ideally located 250m from the Doha Sands Beach, nestled in the idyllic Arabian Gulf, and less than 7km from major points of interest including Katara Cultural Village, Souq Waqif marketplace, Doha Corniche and Doha Golf Club.

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Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay

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