Hotels in Qatar

The State of Qatar lies on the southern part of the Arabian Gulf, surrounded by water on three sides. Being an Islamic state, Qatar prohibits transport of alcohol into the country, although alcoholic beverages are served in some hotels and restaurants. While oil and gas reserves constitute a major part of the state's economy, the State is aware that these resources will not last forever. So, the income generated from oil and gas sales are used to promote other sectors such as tourism.

Sharq Village and Spa at Doha Bay, located just five minutes from Doha International Airport, specifically caters to the luxury traveler. Although it was originally built to resemble an ancient fishing village, it still offers modern amenities. Guests can check in at Sharq's courtyard villas and sea view suites, and be pampered at the Six Senses Spa with its heated stone massage beds and mud baths, enjoy the resort's long private coastline and two swimming pools, or shop at the luxury Souq.

Another five-star accommodation in the capital is the Ritz-Carlton Doha, located on its own exclusive island. Private balconies, marble baths, twice-daily housekeeping service, marina for boat and jetski, and more await the discriminating traveler.
Because not everyone has the fortune to spend on hotels, the following hotels offer reasonable rates: New Capital Hotel, Almaha Palace Hotel, and Al Mourouj Inn Hotel.

Worth visiting is the city of Al Khor, 57 kilometers from Doha. It is a fishing village featuring beautiful beaches and restaurants. Visitors can opt to stay in Doha, or at the Al Sultan Beach Resort located in Al Khor itself. With the beauty Qatar has to offer, one is surely loathe to say Ma-as-salamah (goodbye).