Raffles' first Qatari property — 132 suites in the Katara Towers, opened 2022 in Lusail District.
BrandRaffles Hotels & Resorts
DestinationDoha
RegionMiddle East
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingLuxury hotel within Katara Towers
Best ForBusiness travelers seeking high-touch service in Lusail District, couples on milestone Gulf trips, repeat Raffles guests collecting properties.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized Butler Service
ButlerBespoke butler service
Private PoolNo
Built2022
Raffles Doha opened in 2022 in the Katara Towers in Lusail District, marking the brand's first Qatari property. The 132-suite hotel runs adults-only, with bespoke butler service for every guest — a structural commitment to service density unusual even at this tier. Forbes Travel Guide awarded Five-S
Key Features
Exceptional service with a personal butler for every guest
Diverse dining experiences featuring international and local cuisines
Luxury spa offering holistic treatments and wellness programs
State-of-the-art meeting and events facilities
Infinity pool with stunning city views
Exclusive access to the Raffles Club Lounge
Dining
Alba by Enrico Crippa
LArtisan
Malaki Lounge
Raffles Patisserie
Signature Experience
The butler service — not on-call but structurally embedded, with each guest assigned a dedicated butler from check-in through departure.
Butler-per-guest service density at adults-only scale, in Lusail District rather than the West Bay hotel cluster. Forbes Five-Star recognition three years running is rare for a property this young.
Signature Suite: Bespoke Suites
Bespoke butler service, Design inspired by the five elements, Private luxuries including sauna and cigar room, Dedicated cinema, Curated falcon gallery
Accolades
Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award for 2026, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award for the third consecutive year, Worlds Leading Hotel Suite at World Travel Awards 2023, Worlds Leading New Hotel at World Travel Awards 2023, Leaders in Hospitality Qatar Award 2023, #1 Best New Business Hotel
Best time: November through March delivers perfect Gulf conditions — warm days, cool evenings, and full access to Doha's spectacular cultural district, Corniche, and sporting calendar.
Demand: Peak demand centres on the winter season when temperatures become pleasant and major events fill the calendar. Post-World Cup infrastructure upgrades have significantly elevated the ultra-luxury offering.
Pricing: Winter peak rates December through February are firm across Doha's luxury tier. Shoulder months of November and March offer near-identical conditions with greater room availability.
Insider tip: The National Museum of Qatar by Jean Nouvel is best experienced at opening time before guided groups arrive. Pair with a private dhow cruise at sunset on the Corniche for the definitive Doha luxury day.
Avoid: June through September brings extreme heat and humidity above 90%, making outdoor exploration impossible. The city operates fully indoors but the destination's signature outdoor appeal is absent.
