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( 44 328 888;
www.albustanhotel.qa.com
; Al-Muthaf St; s/d incl breakfast QR450/550; )
One block in-
land from the corniche and identifiable in a row of similar hotels by its filigree gypsum
exterior, this small hotel, with its potted bonsai and Islamic-patterned flooring in the foyer,
is often fully booked so ring ahead.
Royal Qatar Hotel$$
BUSINESS HOTEL
( 44 249 444;
www.royalqatarhotel.com
; Al-Asmakh St; s/d QR500/550; )
If you can look past the
pompous management, this circular tower-block hotel is in walking distance from Souq
Waqif and offers comfortable rooms - most with good views across the city. It organises
city tours for QR60 per hour.
Al-Khariss Hotel$$
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
( 44 310 786; alkharisshotelt@gmail.com; Souq Waqif; r QR600; )
Buried in the heart of the souq,
this little hotel has only eight rooms. The smell of spices drifting in on the trade winds,
and the sound of haggling from the souq below, will transport the guest to the Arabia of
old. The entrance is off the main pedestrian street in Souq Waqif, opposite an antique shop
with a huge model dhow.
Sheraton Doha Hotel & Resort$$$
HOTEL
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( 44 854 444;
www.sheraton.com/doha
; Al Funduq St; r from QR1100; )
The Sheraton Doha is
more than a place to stay: it's an institution. It's the oldest of Doha's five-star hotels, and
still boasts one of the best locations, with wonderful views from attractive, split-level
rooms with balconies, and a private beach. Rates include breakfast delivered to the room
in silver salvers.
InterContinental Doha$$$
RESORT
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( 44 844 444;
www.intercontinental.com
; r QR1200; )
This genteel luxury hotel has been
dwarfed by lofty neighbours in recent years but it continues to thrive regardless. InterCon
hotels have an excellent reputation in the Gulf for the 'common touch' - providing high-
quality facilities and the best-in-town entertainment without being snooty. This resort,
with its attractive beach area and lively bars, is no exception and is a great choice for a
family getaway.
