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*Marriott Marquis – City Center Doha Hotel

Name: *Marriott Marquis – City Center Doha Hotel
Address: Doha, Qatar

Explore central Doha by staying at the Marriott Marquis Doha, centrally located in the diplomatic district of the Qatari capital, just 20 minutes from Hamad International Airport. The hotel’s location offers panoramic views of the Doha skyline, the Arabian Sea and the Corniche. It has 579 rooms, including 122 contemporary suites offering the highest levels of first-class comfort to ensure a comfortable stay for business travellers or tourists in general. This hotel has won an award for the best dining options and outdoor swimming pool in Qatar. It offers more than 12,870 square feet of open space for parties and events of various kinds. The Marriott Marquis Doha Hotel is more than just a hotel; it is a distinctive concept worth enjoying for what it offers.

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Doha Marriott Hotel

Do not be fooled by the exterior of this hotel which is quite lackluster; the interior is chic and stylish; some rooms have balconies from which the gleaming waters of the sea below are visible. Facilities are plentiful. These include restaurants, lounges, a fitness centre, spa, outdoor pool and private beach. In room facilities include AC, satellite TV, internet, mini bars, hairdryers and in room safes.

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Movenpick Hotel Doha

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This fabulous hotel is located alongside the bay. The décor is chic and sophisticated. The facilities are plentiful ensuring guests a comfortable stay. In addition the staff is friendly and extremely helpful. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, a coffee shop, swimming pool, fitness centre, steam room, spa, wireless internet and currency exchange, babysitting and laundry/ dry cleaning services.

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Four Seasons Hotel Doha

The magnificent exterior of this hotel is matched inside in terms of the high quality service provided. The interior is stylish and an excellent mix of Qatari and European décor. Hotel facilities include restaurants, a spa, a fitness centre, tennis courts, room service and laundry services. In room facilities include AC, satellite TV, internet, mini bars, hairdryers and in room safes.

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Ritz Carlton Doha

Moderate Hotels

This is arguably one of the most lavish of Doha’s hotels. The décor is spectacular and sophisticated with white and black gleaming marble, the management has paid attention to details. From the rooms guests will be treated to beautiful views of the beach below. Rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable. Hotel facilities include restaurants, internet, a spa, a fitness centre, indoor and outdoor pools, boating and jet skiing squash courts, tennis courts, babysitting services, a boutique, room service and laundry service.

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Somerset West Bay Doha Hotel

This lavish hotel comprises of about 200 suites comprising of two to three bedrooms. Included within suites is a dining area as well as a kitchen. The space is therefore more than ample. The décor is elegant, sophisticated and simple. The hotel also looks out onto the Arabian Gulf so guests will be treated to breathtaking views of the Gulf below. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, a fitness centre, a children’s playground, wireless internet and laundry services. The location is also extremely central and a majority of Doha’s main attractions are located in the vicinity.

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Grand Hyatt Doha

Luxury Hotels

Located in the West Bay Lagoon District, the Grand Hyatt Doha is a five star hotel with breathtaking beach views, and luxurious suites. The hotel was designed with the grandeur of an Arabian palace in mind, with beautiful courtyards and richly decorated, spacious guest rooms. Every room is fitted with the latest technology and amenities. The Grand Hyatt Doha also features four restaurants and two lounges, 3 large outdoor swimming pools and one indoor lap pool and a fully equipped fitness centre. There is also a dayspa, meeting room and business facilities and three large boardrooms.

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Movenpick Tower and Suites Doha Hotel

This hotel has a fantastic location; it stands in the vicinity of the airport, the exhibition centre and Doha’s most popular shopping complex. The décor is simple, classy and elegant. The dark furniture is complemented by light colored curtains and bed spreads. The ambience is peaceful. Hotel and room facilities are plentiful including, restaurants, a café, an indoor pool, a spa, a fitness centre, a salon, and massage services, a pool for children, wireless internet, room service, laundry services, babysitting services, satellite TV, and mini-bars.

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Sheraton Doha Hotel & Resort

Moderate Hotels

This hotel has a wonderful location and stands in the vicinity of the city centre. The scenic beauty of the area is worth mentioning. Rooms look out onto the beautiful clear turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. The hotel also comprises of over fifty acres of beautifully landscape gardens. Rooms are spacious and more than comfortable. Hotel facilities include restaurants, room service, babysitting services, laundry services, massage services, a salon, a sauna and a gym, tennis courts, squash courts and swimming pools.

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Hotel Rydges Plaza Doha

This hotel is usually opted for by travelers on business. Its location in the centre of Doha is the primary reason for this. This daunting skyscraper affords incredible views of the surrounding city as well as the sea. Hotel facilities include a bar, a pool, a health club, room service, laundry services and a gym.

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Ramada Plaza Hotel

This hotel has a good location and stands amidst a number of Doha’s major attractions, markets and malls. The décor is elegant. Hotel facilities include restaurants, a spa, a fitness centre, tennis courts, a sauna, an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a children’s playground, wireless internet, room service, babysitting services and laundry services. In room facilities include satellite TV and wireless internet.

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Aladdin’s Kingdom

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Souk Waqif

Market

Though it has been built relatively recently, the Souq Waqif is the best place to go if for a glimpse of traditional Qatari culture. Builders utilized traditional building materials like mud and wood to give it an authentic feel. Lots of traditional Arab goods are sold here, including spices, perfume, and clothing. There's also an Art Center that features art galleries, and sells art supplies for the creatively inclined.

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Heritage House Museum

Museum

This museum is located in a building dating back to the 1930s. It showcases the ethnography of Qatar. The architectural style definitely invokes nostalgia for the old Doha. The stone tower was a feature common to structures in the gulf region since they kept buildings ventilated and cool even in soaring temperatures. Even the exhibits harken back to a time now lost. Most of the pieces showcase the Qatari way of life before oil was discovered in the region.

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Aladdin’s Kingdom

Park

This outdoor theme park is a treat for children and adults alike. It was opened in 1994. A number of wonderful and adventurous rides can be opted for here. These include rollercoaster rides, go karts, bumper cars, trampolines and carousels. Also included is a video games arcade. Over twenty different rides are available here. Most visitors throng to the thunderbolt rollercoaster which zooms forth at a speed off over 70 kilometers per hour.

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Doha Zoo

zoo

Children and adults will love the diversity of fauna housed here. Over 1500 kinds of animals from the globe over are housed here. These include animals specific to the region such as Qatar’s national animal the Oryx as well as birds belonging to this region; A fascinating outing for all.

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Palm Tree Island

island

This is arguably Doha’s most well known and definitely the most popular attraction. Located in Doha Bay, the wonderful beaches are worth a visit. Children are able to enjoy in a shallow pool as well as on some fun fair rides. The dhow rides are also worth going on. Camel rides and water sports for the more adventurous are also available here.

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Weaponry Museum

Museum

This is one of Doha’s most interesting museums. The collection of weapons and arms is extremely impressive and some of the exhibits truly stunning reflective of expert craftsmanship. The main attraction is the famed Lawrence of Arabia’s dagger. Other pieces comprise of silver and gold daggers and swords some of which date back to the 1500s.

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Doha Fort

Fortress

This is a landmark dating back to the Ottoman colonization of Doha. It was built in the 1800s. Originally this fort served as a prison. It was restored in the 1970s and since then houses a museum showcasing Qatari history. Qatari paintings and arts and crafts are on display here. Exhibits include Bedouin handicrafts, gypsum and wooden ornaments, fishing equipment and boats, historical photos, artwork including oil paintings.

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Al Bidda Park

Park

This park is a wonderful area to unwind. Adults can relax and have a good time while children amuse themselves on the Ferris wheel and the train. Boating and skateboarding/ roller skating facilities are also available here.

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Islamic Arts Museum

Museum

The exterior of this museum is magnificent. The architectural style is extremely contemporary and it is definitely the face of modern Doha. The museum houses one of the largest collections of Islamic art the globe over. The pieces and exhibits are stunning and tell the story of the glorious Islamic civilization. Over 800 pieces and artifacts across 1400 years are on display in this 5 storey museum.

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Greens

Stop for lunch or dinner at this fabulous vegetarian joint. There is a diverse range of vegetarian dishes to choose from which are both innovative as well as eclectic albeit divine. These dishes include goat cheese fondue and garlic and bean curd tart. Veggie lovers will love this unique eatery.

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Al Shaheen

This lovely restaurant serves delicious Middle Eastern cuisine. The food is pricey but worth it. Reservations are required in this sophisticated and busy restaurant. The décor is wonderful, both chic sophisticated and at the same time simple. Customers are treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding bay as well as lovely Arabic music.

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Al Bateel

Mouth watering Arabian delights are served here. Fresh ingredients are used to churn out these high quality dishes. There is a wide range of authentic dishes to choose from here. Don’t miss out on dessert. Some delectable ice creams and sorbets are served here. The ship like interior of the restaurant is also quite eclectic.

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La Mer

Although pricey, the food served here is exceptionally good. Famed amongst the elite of Doha the Mediterranean dishes served here are truly divine. Customers are also able to enjoy fantastic views of the sea below.

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Al Saha Restaurant

Although pricey, the food served here is exceptionally good. For a taste of Lebanese cuisine come here and treat yourself to some unforgettable Lebanese delights.

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LeNotre Paris

Stop for lunch or dinner at this fabulous restaurant. The atmosphere is cool and hip; the deco contemporary. The dishes served are mouth watering. Fans of Parisian cuisine will be much more than satisfied.

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Crepaway

Vivacious and down to earth best describes the ambience of this restaurant. The crowd usually consists of youngsters who come to enjoy the live music and the karaoke. Dishes served include, soups, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and pasta. Desserts here are delicious as well and include Chocolate lover, oreogasm, and orange and magna melt.

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Ruby Wu’s

Foodies are unlikely to leave this place disappointed- delicious Chinese dishes from stews to chicken to vegetable dishes are served here. The garlic chicken and dumplings are divine. The atmosphere too is fantastic, very chic and elegant.

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Balhambar

This is a well known restaurant in Doha serving delightful traditional Qatari dishes. Both meat and sea food lovers will not be disappointed; this eatery serves some of the most delectable sea food dishes and roasted lamb.

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Al Bandar

This is one of Doha’s better known restaurants. It is no wonder as mouth watering dishes are served here- both international as well as local. The sea food, in particular, is divine. The ambience is vivacious; the interior interestingly shaped like a traditional dhow and incorporating Qatari interior design.