Best Design Hotels in Qatar

Set on its own private island within The Pearl, The St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island offers 193 suites that look across the Arabian Gulf, each designed with a balance of contemporary luxury and subtle Middle Eastern character. Marble, polished wood, and intricate details create interiors that feel both calm and distinctive, while private balconies and expansive layouts highlight the resort’s residential style of comfort.

Dining unfolds across eleven different venues, from Mediterranean and Latin American flavours to regional Arabic specialities, with rooftop terraces and elegant lounges adding to the experience. Wellness plays a central role, with a spa and hammam, a well-equipped fitness centre, and pools framed by landscaped gardens. Families benefit from a dedicated kids club, while the signature St. Regis butler service ensures a highly personalised stay. Combining the seclusion of an island escape with the convenience of The Pearl’s boutiques, promenades, and cultural attractions, the resort is a striking destination within Doha.

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.

The striking architecture and interior design by Jacques Garcia are inspired by the elements of earth, fire, water and air. A tree of life greets guests in the hotel’s lobby before they’re shown to one of 126 guest rooms or 215 private residences. And a rainforest-themed spa includes male and female areas each with treatment rooms (couples pamper experiences are also provided), heated beds, a vitality pool, jacuzzi, relaxation areas, a brine steam room, herbal sauna and a rain walk. The various restaurants – between the 24th and 28th floors – provide panoramic views of Musheireb, serving Italian, Thai, Asian and Indian cuisines.

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.

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.

Located in Doha’s prestigious West Bay, just 20 minutes from Hamad International Airport, Andaz Doha is a contemporary lifestyle hotel offering a culturally immersive stay. With 312 accommodations including 256 guestrooms, 32 suites, 4 Royal suites, and 56 long-stay residences, the property blends Qatari heritage with modern design. Rooms feature locally inspired details such as Al Sadu woven textiles, custom mosaic tiles, and sea or city views. The design by Brime Robbins celebrates local craft through striking features including an ‘Airlock’ kaleidoscopic entrance, Katara pigeon tower replica, and Qatari art accents throughout.

The hotel’s standout dining begins with The Salt Road Doha, a unique concept centred on salt and global culinary influences. Mr. & Mrs. Hawker, inspired by Singapore’s hawker centres, and Mumble Jungle, a lush cocktail bar with Afro-Cuban inspiration, will open soon. Wellness takes centre stage at Alara Spa, focused on Hammam rituals, with separate male/female zones, a herbal sauna, and multi-sensory showers. A fitness centre and outdoor pool complete the leisure offering. Business travellers benefit from 1,600 sqm of event space, including four culturally themed studios and a 750 sqm ballroom.

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.