Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha

Lying on its own private beach in Lusail offering views over the glittering Arabian Gulf is Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha. This five-star hotel’s facilities are just as much of a treat, with something for every member of the family.

Many of the 429 rooms, suites, and villas offer bay or sea views and all feature a private balcony. Other luxurious features include king or queen-size beds, floor-to-ceiling windows, mini-bars, HD TVs, and marble bathrooms with walk-in shower and bathtub. Premium accommodation offers separate living and dining areas, with some also boasting a kitchen, private pool, and hot tub.

A buffet breakfast is available every morning and there’s a total of seven restaurants to choose from. Including a restaurant that fuses Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisines and an Italian restaurant overlooking the pool area. Plus a brasserie specialising in Franco-American food and a handful of elegant bars and lounges.

Two outdoor pools, a children’s pool, water park, spa, fitness centre, sports courts, and clubs for kids and teens can also be enjoyed here.

Things to do at Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha

Recline on a lounger by one of the pools or in a cabana on the private beach before going for a swim. Also treat yourself to a pampering session in the spa before getting ready for dinner.

The kids will love the hotel’s water park which comes with water fountains, water slides, and surfing stations. Watersports such as jet skiing, wakeboarding, and banana boat rides are also available.

It’s less than a five-minute walk from Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha to Place Vendôme Mall. This huge shopping mall covers four floors with an array of shops, restaurants, and cafes. One of its most impressive features is the canal with dancing fountain shows. The scenic Lusail Marina Corniche is also easy to reach on foot.

A quick drive will bring you to Lusail Stadium and the man-made Al Maha Island. Other area highlights include Crescent Park, Doha Golf Club, and Pearl Qatar Island. Downtown Doha, home to the authentic Arabian market, Souq Waqif, Museum of Islamic Art, and National Museum of Qatar, is a 20-minute drive away.