Situated on the bank of the Arabian Gulf, the state of Qatar welcomes 732,000 tourists every year. Major tourist attractions include Doha, the commercial, cultural and capital center of Qatar, and the historic town of Al Wakra. Qatar offers a range of hotel options, with something to suit every budget and every need.
The Lavilla Hotel is just a 10-minute drive from the international airport and a short walk from the Souk Waqef and Corniche markets. Rooms at the Lavilla are equipped with wireless Internet, satellite television and mini bar. Amenities at the hotel include a multilingual staff, hair salon, 24-hour room service and an on-site restaurant. Rates start at $82 per night for a double room, as of 2010, and include breakfast, parking, Internet access and taxes. Children under 12 stay free.
Lavilla Hotel
Grand Hamad St.
Doha Souq, Ad Dawhah 23095
Qatar
011-974-436-7031
Located in southern Qatar and just a 40-minute drive from the international airport, the Sealine Beach Resort lies on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The accommodation consists of 35 rooms and two suites, all with a patio or balcony, and 24-hour room service. The resort has a wide range of dining options, from the international buffet service at the Bon Bini restaurant to snacks at the Zouk Lounge or Lagoon Pool Cafe. Resort amenities include a fitness center, water sports, quad biking and camel riding. Rates start at $261 per night for a superior king room with breakfast, as of 2010.
Sealine Beach Resort
Mesaieed
Qatar
011-974-4476-5299
merweb.com
For a taste of Qatar luxury try the Doha Four Seasons, only 15 minutes from the international airport. It has a private beach and marina and 232 guest rooms including 57 suites. All are equipped with wireless Internet, marble bathrooms, in-room safe and refrigerated private bar. Amenities include a fitness center, spa and hydrotherapy facilities, four restaurants, three lounges and 24-hour room service. Room-only rates start $357 per night, while bed and breakfast starts at $412 per night, as of 2010. This cost includes valet parking, early morning coffee and muffins, access to all facilities and all children's meals in the restaurant.
Four Seasons Doha
The Corniche
P.O. Box 24665, Doha
Qatar
011-974-4494-8888
fourseasons.com
