Raffles Doha Qatar
Raffles Doha
Marina District, Lusail City, PO Box 4747 Doha-Qatar
PO Box 4747, Doha Qatar 4
4747
www.raffles.com/doha/
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
ACCOR
Shareholders
Katara Hospitality
Date of Creation
2022
Hotel General Manager:
Christian Hirt, Managing Director
Managing Director
Raffles & Fairmont Hotel – Katara Towers Lusail ·
2021 – present
General Manager
Raffles Istanbul
2016 – 2021
General Manager
Swissotel Sydney
2013 – 2016
Director of Operations
Swissôtel The Bosphorus
2010 – 2013
Executive Assistant Manager
Kempinski Hotel Moika 22 St Petersburg
2008 – 2010
Director of Food & Beverage
Hotel Adlon Kempinksi Berlin
2006 – 2008
Hotel Positioning
A Mesmerising Home For Innovative Hotelcraft
Taking place in an avant-garde architectural masterpiece, Raffles Doha brings together visionary taste-makers
and cutting-edge technologies to create a majestic home for progressive travellers.
Awe-inspiring suite experiences, elevating private entertainment and personalization,
Immersive art & craftsmanship, imagined by creative innovators,
Advanced beauty & wellbeing, empowered by leading experts and technologies,
Spectacular waterfront settings for outstanding leisure experiences,
The hotel curates one-of-a-kind, fully bespoke journeys of discovery, sparking inspiration and inspiring positive change.
Raffles Doha
History & Story
Synonymous with ultra-luxury, the legendary Raffles brand is reimagined in spectacular fashion in Qatar’s capital.
Raffles Doha resides within the waterfront Katara Towers, an innovative, 37-storey landmark with a design inspired by the crossed swords of the country’s seal, symbolising strength, power and authority.
Development Strategy
ACCOR:
• Driven by the Chairman and CEO, Sébastien Bazin, our Group strategy aims to meet several key objectives:
• Build iconic and leading brands: Increase the appeal and reputation of our brand portfolio in all segments of the market
• Extend our global presence and leadership: Continually innovate, assert our presence in new geographic areas with high potential
• Develop leadership potential in our more than 230,000 talented employees
• Provide a state-of-the art technology to meet guests expectation and answer unmet needs
• Act for a meaningful hospitality: Strive to make positive impact both locally and globally with our Planet 21 sustainable development program and our Accor Heartist Solidarity endowment fund
Date Renovation
N/A
Date Added Extansions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Reason to believe 1
• Awe-Inspiring suite experiences, elevating private entertainment and personalization
• Blending high craftsmanship & state of the art technology
• Emotional wellbeing touching all 7 senses
• Elevated in suite dining
• Fully bespoke experiences & amenities
Reason to believe 2
• Immersive art & craftsmanship imagined by Creative Innovators
• Culinary craftsmanship in the spotlight
• World class performances in spectacular entertainment venues
• Masterclasses by artists & artisans
• Art & crafts to touch & inspire
Reason to believe 3
• Advanced beauty & wellbeing empowered by leading experts and technologies
• Tailored spa experiences by leading brands & technologies
• A holistic community of wellbeing artisans
• Fully private wellness suites
Reason to believe 4
• Spectacular waterfront settings for outstanding leisure experiences
• A taste of island life and sea thrills
• Outstanding pool settings & experiences
• The secret oasis
Key sites
• Place Vendome
• Doha Golf Club
• Formula 1 Track
• Katara Cultural Village
• Lusail Stadium
Location
N/A
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of suites: 132 suites
• Number of Luxury rooms: N/A
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 132
• 75 Urban, Crescent and Gulf Suites – av. 88 m²
• 53 Signature Suites – av. 115 m²
• 3 Theme Suites – av. 386 m²
• 1 Royal Suite – 928 m²
Signature Suites
• Living and dining areas, most open to a balcony
• Gallery wall, library and walk-in bar
• Walk-in wardrobe
• Spa-like master bathroom with generous tub
and hybrid shower doubling as steam room
• Powder room
Two-Bedroom Theme Suites
• Raffles Suite, inspired by falconry and desert
dunes, with falcon gallery, humidor, barber
corner, cinema and sauna
• Parisian Suite, resembling a chic Saint Germain
apartment, with central bar, marble wine cellar,
cinema, beauty salon and gym
• Designer Suite, envisioned as a creative showcase,
with art gallery, study, pantry, show kitchen,
sauna and outdoor lounge
Two-Bedroom Royal Suite
• Royal Suite, a two-storey duplex with internal
elevator, decorated as an opulent palace, with
majlis, wine cellar, games room, gym, spa, hammam, hair salon and private pool
All-Suite Collection
Inspiring with the utmost in luxury and imagination, our 132 one- and two-bedroom suites are spacious and lavishly furnished, graced with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf and the Doha skyline.
Awe-inspiring suite design elevates the level of personalisation and private entertainment.
Intricate Craftsmanship
When entering the suite through wrought-iron gates, guests are struck by the grandeur and meticulous care for detail — from vaulted hand-carved ceilings to spa-like bathrooms with shimmering crystal walls.
Thoughtful luxuries range from crisp, high-thread-count bed linens to custom artwork and the latest technology.
Personalised Atmosphere
For added comfort and surprise, Raffles Doha takes individual preferences to the next level with advanced in-room technology and special features, enabling guests
to personalise the temperature, entertainment, lighting and even the scent.
Legendary Service
On call 24 hours a day, Raffles Butlers embody the brand’s service-driven heritage, anticipating needs and customizing every aspect of the stay, from in-suite dining to fully bespoke experiences connecting to Qatari culture.
Fun Facts
The lobby welcomes guests to a dazzling kaleidoscope reflecting different ornaments and images on the walls from the height of 60 meters.
Children’s Corner
Kids’ Club
Little ones will love this special space inspired by an enchanted forest. They’ll be entertained all day with games, activities, Lego Land, a mindfulness area and more.
Kids amenities & Kids menu
Restaurants & Bars
Extraordinary Dining
Experience cuisine that soars to international heights.
At Raffles Doha, we welcome guests with the world’s best chefs and warm Qatari hospitality.
Restaurants
• ALBA by Enrico Crippa — contemporary Italian cuisine in the first international restaurant by Michelin Three-Star chef Enrico Crippa, ranked 19th in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 for his restaurant Piazza Duomo
• L’Artisan — playful and modern artisanal cuisine for all-day gastronomy Lounges
• Malaki Lounge — the majestic lobby lounge featuring bespoke afternoon tea experiences
• Blue Cigar — a relaxed speakeasy lounge for classic and artisanal cocktails, as well as freshly rolled cigars, in a library setting with over 6,000 rare books guests are welcome to read
• Acoustic Music Penthouse — a rooftop lounge with live music and Silk Road-inspired tapas
• Privée Floating Island — a hideaway on the Arabian Gulf, serving Greek-inspired cuisine
Welness
RAFFLES SPA – 2,142 SQM
For progressive, preventive and personalised treatments, targeting every aspect of optimal state of beauty and wellbeing, Raffles Spa has partnered with innovative brands, aiming to reflect our commitment to supreme excellence. Each of our five suites is designed as an elegant spa within the spa, each with its own swimming pool, where a series of bespoke experiences may unfold: beauty, holistic and wellness-oriented treatments, bath rituals, hammam experiences, fitness coaching, meditation sessions, nutrition counselling and more.
Spa & Fitness Facilities
• 5 suites for spa and fitness experiences
• 3 Fitness Studios for spa and movement services
• 1 Fitness Suite for private fitness and recovery
• 3 Beauty Studios
• Haute-couture beauty treatments by Dr Burgener Switzerland
• Manicure and pedicure salon by Bastien Gonzalez
• Male and female hydrotherapy areas with steam, sauna, warm and cold plunge pools
• Gym for guests and members
Corporate & Celebrations events
With 3,837 square metres, Raffles Doha provides a breathtaking destination for special gatherings. A fantasia of Arabian elegance, Katara Hall is Doha’s largest and most luxurious event space, featuring a 21-metre arched ceiling and an outdoor terrace with panoramic sea views. The Bridal Suite offers a private sanctuary with a dressing area, as well as hair and make-up stations. Six executive boardrooms are each a self-contained suite, complete with kitchen and washroom. Just steps away, the auditorium doubles as an intimate VIP cinema. For unforgettable social events, the AQUA Urban Deck provides a vibrant indoor/ outdoor pool lounge. In every setting, advanced meeting technology blends seamlessly with opulent décor, and our Meeting Butlers ensure every moment is flawless and exceptional
Katara Hall
2,380 sqm – The Largest Space in Doha
The most luxurious and largest space in Doha
Spectacular outdoor space with sea view
21 meters high ceiling
Private entrance
Plated style service with interactive live stations
Future home to the most spectacular events in the region
6 VIP meeting rooms
Feature unique treasures hidden in the library
Extra Notables Features
• Auditorium
• Floating Island
• Cooking classes
Hotel and Restaurant Awards
2021
N/A
2019-2020
N/A
Number of Employees
600