WHERE TO STAY

▶ GRAND HYATT DOHA HOTEL & VILLAS

Located on the shoreline of the West Bay Lagoon district, the property features 249 elegant rooms and suites, ranging from 40 sqm to 205 sqm, and 91 spacious villas. Accommodation categories include One King Bed Club Access, One King Terrace, Four Bedroom Villa and a Two Bedroom Villa, among others. All rooms are spacious, have a balcony or terrace, are equipped with modern amenities, and o er spectacular views of the green gardens or the private beach. hyatt.com

▶ SHERATON GRAND DOHA RESORT & CONVENTION HOTEL

Featuring a splendid façade, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel o ers 371 guestrooms and suites. Its leisure facilities include Sheraton Fitness (centre), an outdoor pool, a jacuzzi and indoor squash courts to name a few. e property is also ideal for hosting weddings as it is home to several event venues and outdoor areas. marriott.com

◀ THE ST. REGIS DOHA

Situated on West Bay, e St. Regis Doha o ers 336 guestrooms and suites with an Arabian-in uenced décor and exceptional sea views. Rooms are equipped with an iPod docking station, a refreshment centre stocked with a variety of snacks and beverages and Remède Spa bath amenities. e hotel includes a range of events spaces, which features seven meeting rooms and the Grand Ballroom. Culinary options include the Oyster Bay & Bar; Opal by Gordon Ramsay and Astor Grill among others. marriott.com

◀ INTERCONTINENTAL DOHA THE CITY

Intercontinental Doha - e City hotel is located in West Bay area, and is a short distance from Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre. Some of the accommodation categories of this property are Standard rooms, Executive rooms, and suites. e ballroom can be divided into three parts, with a capacity of 850 guests. ere are also several other meeting venues including a private boardroom. e hotel’s event specialists help you with the entire planning. ihg.com

▶ THE RITZ CARLTON, DOHA

Explore the city’s progressive spirit at e Ritz-Carlton, Doha, that is replete with modern accommodation, unique dining o erings and recreational amenities. Choose from one of the 374 wellequipped guestrooms with views of the city or Arabian Gulf. e 61 luxury suites and 42 club rooms are ideal for your leisure and business stay. STK Doha, B-Lounge Doha, Flamingos, Sel & Miel, a French Brasserie and e Lagoon form a part of their varied F&B. Two ballrooms and six meeting rooms can be used for MICE and weddings. is is most de netly one of the nest addresses in the Qatar capital. ritzcarlton.com

▶ DUSIT DOHA HOTEL

Situated in the heart of West Bay, Dusit Doha Hotel is a 20-minute drive from Hamad International Airport; and stands adjacent to the Corniche. is upscale, modern establishment o ers 357 guest rooms, suites and apartments. Centuries-old ai heritage and culture can be experienced through four ne dining venues, a roo op bar and a lounge. Pamper yourself at the Devarana Spa,

tted with 17 treatment rooms and VIP treatment suites for solo and couples. dusit.com

◀ MANDARIN ORIENTAL, DOHA

Located in the centre of Msheireb Downtown Doha, Mandarin Oriental, Doha combines Qatari heritage with Mandarin Oriental’s well-known hospitality. e hotel o ers 117 rooms, 41 suites and 91 serviced apartments. Dining outlets include IZU, Mosaic, Liang, Mandarin Lounge, Gelato and Ambar among others. e hotel can host big meetings and social events at its ballroom, which can seat up to 280 guests. e Spa at Mandarin Oriental featuring six private treatment rooms, a couple’s suite, two VIP suites and two indoor pools. Read our review of Mandarin Oriental, Doha on page 77. mandarinoriental.com/doha

◀ JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS CITY CENTER DOHA

is hotel is directly connected to the City Center Mall, o ering a plethora of shopping and entertainment options. Ideal of business and leisure travellers, the property o ers elegant rooms and suites providing breathtaking views of the city and the Gulf. e hotel also features varied culinary experiences from a range of international cuisines including a Greek restaurant, a Chinese restaurant with a club lounge and a middle eastern outlet. marriott.com