The recently unveiled Qatar Stopover 2.0 has a new hotel category – Premium Beach – and a whopping 92 properties accessible to travellers taking a break on their long-haul journey with Qatar Airways. We’ve scoured the list once and then again, choosing our 12 most coveted stays.
We love it when a too-good-to-be-true deal is just true and good. With 4-star hotels starting at $21 Aussie bucks a night per person (twin share), it’s not just a good excuse to take a much-deserved mid-journey break, it’s a great one.
Add a few more dollars, and you’re in a 5-star property, and a few more again to have private beach access! For a decadent splurge, it’s only $121 per night to stay in Doha’s most exclusive hotels. That’s less than the worst grimy hotel at any big city Australian airport.
With 92 hotels to choose from, picking one can be a challenge. Do you go by location? Amenities? Room size? We studied up like we were sitting our HSC again and have selected 12 hotels to wow you on your Qatar stopover.
Whether it’s wowed by affordability, special touches or exceptional service, you decide!
4* Standard Packages
An absolute bargain, the Qatar Stopover 2.0 4-star package hotels start from only $21 per person per night twin share for a maximum of 4 nights (96 hours). It’d be rude not to stop and stay, really!
Ramada Encore This 4-star business hotel places you conveniently in the heart of historic Doha and is only a 10-minute walk from Souq Waqif. Large rooms, friendly staff, and the proximity to the metro make this a popular 4-star option.
Jouri A Murwab Hotel Only 800 metres from the stunning Qatar National Museum, this 4-star contemporary boutique property impresses with its stylish high-tech rooms, fab location, and exemplary service.
Retaj Al Rayyan For Arabian Gulf views and the most affordable Qatar Stopover 2.0 property with beach access, consider Retaj Al Rayyan. The rooms are modern, there’s a full-service spa to relax between flights, and ample eateries within walking distance of the hotel.
5* Premium Packages
Upgrade your stay to one of the 16 5-star Premium Package properties, starting from $36 per person per night. Choose from heritage-inspired Arabian-themed hotels, contemporary décor, or based on amenities.
Abesq Doha Hotel & Residences While only opened in July 2023, this impressive sustainable property is already racking up gushing reviews for its outstanding customer service, stylish rooms, gorgeous rooftop pool, and central location.
Souq Al Wakra Hotel By Tivoli That you can stay in a property like Souq Al Wakra for only $36 per person per night is beyond belief. The heritage ambience, contemporary Qatari rooms, and beachside location in the historic Al Wakra fishing village make this a standout stay.
Shaza Doha The Shaza Hammam and Spa is just one of the features that guests enjoy at Shaza Doha. Add in the luxurious rooms, vast beds, Silk Route-inspired cuisine, and proximity to the wow-worthy Islamic Art Museum, and you know you’re in for an enjoyable stopover break!
5* Premium with Beach Access
If catching some rays and enjoying bay swims is your way of unwinding after a long-haul flight, you’ll love the new 5-star Premium Beach Access category in the Qatar Stopover 2.0 packages. From $47 per person per night, these are a steal.
Element West Bay Doha Spacious rooms, comfy beds, and relaxing bay views are just part of the appeal of this 5-star nature-inspired property. Help beat the jet lag thanks to the hotel’s wellness focus, including healthy options at breakfast, Lotus Spa and Gym, and bicycle rentals.
Crowne Plaza Doha West Bay The bold, bright lobby décor is a far cry from those old beige bland hotels! Enjoy the hotel’s elegant rooms, quality mattresses, sea views and great walkability factor.
Le Meridien City Center Doha Six dining outlets, an indoor and outdoor pool, a health club, and gym are the special touches you deserve on a stopover stay. Rooms are elegant, the location is convenient, and beach access is a huge plus.
5* Luxury Packages
Upgrade your vacay for a fraction of the price of this quality a stay when you book a Qatar Stopover 2.0 Luxury stay. These exceptional properties start from $121 per person per night and include breakfast. And if you need a plus one, we’re available!
Mondrian Doha More than just a place to rest your head, the Mondrian Doha is a work of contemporary art. Bringing the California vibes (and glamour) from the original Mondrian in LA, the room’s stunning décor commands relaxation as much as the six decadent restaurants and bars command you to enjoy just one more bite.
Al Messila, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Doha Built on a real oasis, the Al Messila is a wellness-inspired property between the dunes and the sea. The vast spa, two outdoor Jacuzzis, and temperature-controlled pools complement the rooms and suites. Each has a private balcony, marble bathrooms, and the latest tech.
Fairmont Doha Go all-in and stay at the new luxury hotel complex, Fairmont Doha; it’s Qatar’s priciest stopover property (and you’re worth it). Housed in the landmark Iconic Towers, the stunning contemporary sea view rooms wow. As does the climbing wall, immersive fitness classes, vitality pool, wave pool, and top-notch service.
Find out more
Check our dynamic map to explore some more of the hotels included in the Qatar Stopover 2.0 deals.
Access the comprehensive Qatar Airways trade portal to book your client’s stay and to upgrade your Qatar knowledge. To plan the perfect 48-hour stopover stay, read this.
Psst: have you read our Qatar Stopover review yet?
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