2 swimming pools, children's pool, private natural beach, fitness centre, watersports*
*Denotes local charge
Rising like a modern pyramid perched by the waterside, the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort is one of the focal points of the buzzing West Bay. The resort itself is located on one end of the famous Corniche, positioned for the perfect view of Doha’s eclectic collection of high-rise towers. This hotel is ideal for families who prefer to have everything on their doorstep – from a private beach and heated outdoor Jacuzzi surrounded with sun loungers to a range of ten restaurants. Take a stroll along The Corniche which is on your doorstep and watch as daily life unfolds, or take a short drive to attractions including the Museum of Islamic Art and the Katara Cultural Village. Sit by the waterside for a bowl of gnocchi with lashings of Parmigiano Reggiano at La Veranda Restaurant or laze on the lawn at the Pool Café for a cocktail-fuelled lunch. The hotel’s stunning lobby and the Atrium Lounge lends itself to hours spent people watching. Marvellous interiors complement this architectural wonder, where geometric-patterned domes hover over booths and mirrored lifts glide up the monumental lobby. Sink into a Bergéré-style chair and tuck into some Um Ali, an Egyptian ‘bread pudding’. Rooms are understated with crisp, white bedding and glass doors which lead out onto a private balcony. Framing views of the gardens, city or sea, it’s a restful pocket of your own to enjoy in-between discovering Doha’s delights. The Deluxe Rooms are spacious and have views of the garden and over towards the city. For a view of the water, you can upgrade to one of the Deluxe Sea View Rooms or a Club Room. If you opt for the latter you’ll have access to the Sheraton Club Lounge where free refreshments and snacks are available throughout the day and house drinks are served alongside hors d’oeuvres between 6pm and 8pm. For extra space upgrade to a Suite which also comes with club lounge access.
Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel hugs the shoreline of the West Bay Lagoon district, a short hop from the city centre. The hotel is in a perfect spot for culture-seekers and adventure-lovers alike. Spend your days mixing the art museums and galleries, traditional souks and cultural icons of this dynamic city with a shot of adrenaline-filled dune bashing, desert safaris and watersports. Once you’ve had your fill, retreat to the hotel for decadent spa treatments, leisurely beach lounging and gourmet experiences. Menus at the four restaurants draw on inspiration from around the globe – from authentic Thai food at Isaan and classic Italian plates at Rocca, to Middle Eastern cuisine at Majlis and West Coast comfort food at Santa Monica Breakfast Club. There’s a sleek, wood-panelled bar for a nightcap, often with live music, and a casual café for homemade treats – it’d be a crime not to try all 10 cheesecake flavours on offer. Rooms and suites are cool and calming spaces, with contemporary Arabian décor and private balconies – many overlooking the lagoon or lush gardens. And the room to book: a Grand Suite for super-spacious digs with sea views and separate living and dining rooms.
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort
Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel
