West Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Glittering and shiny, this Doha neighborhood has beautiful ocean views and some of the city’s best shops, parks, hotels, restaurants and cultural attractions.

Doha’s eclectic skyline rises behind the promenade lining the Persian Gulf in the city neighborhood known as West Bay. This is the business district of Doha, withdifferent headquarters, and ministries. View the area while cruising the harbor on a traditional dhow boat or stay in an elegant hotel. Visit West Bay to experience exquisite shopping, dining and cultural activities.

Stroll along the Doha Corniche in West Bay and gaze up at some of Doha’s most interesting high-rises. Doha Tower or Burj Doha is a bullet-shaped Pritzker Architecture Prize winner whose close-up views reveal a covering resembling mashrabiya, Islamic latticework. Inside, rays of sunshine through the screens create ever-changing geometric patterns of light. The aptly named Tornado Tower appears to twist in the wind. Another architectural highlight in West Bay is the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), recognizable for its floating blade roof.

Shopping in West Bay is a luxurious experience. Find French delights in the elegantGaleries Lafayettein the northern Katara area. Nearby, thePearl-Qataroffers a lovely blend of residences, shops and restaurants. Shop at theGate MallandCity Centerfor fashion items and anything you might need during your visit.

West Bay’s cultural attractions are impressive. Katara Cultural Village has the national orchestra, a planetarium and music with traditional Arab instruments. Get to know 22 Arab countries through the tiny, intriguing artifacts at the Arab Postal Stamp Museum. Look for large public art installations including the Smoke by Tony SmithandGandhi’s Three Monkeysby Subodh Gupta.

Travel from Hamad International Airport to West Bay by car in about 20 minutes or Katara Cultural Village in about 25 minutes. The metro from the airport serves many spots throughout the West Bay neighborhood.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best West Bay Hotel Deals

InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG
InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG
5 out of 5
Street 900, Bldg. No. 25, Zone 61, Al Dafna, West Bay, PO Box 6822, Doha
The price is AU$244 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (782 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and would recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa by IHG
The St. Regis Doha
The St. Regis Doha
5 out of 5
Doha West Bay, Doha
The price is AU$397 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$397
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
Super 5 star hotel
"A lovely grand hotel. Rooms are spacious and super comfy. Would definitely recommend here and would stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

The St. Regis Doha
The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort
The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort
4.5 out of 5
Katara Cultural Village, 834 Shakespeare St, Doha, Ad Dawhah
The price is AU$620 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$620
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Katara Beach and City Centre Shopping Mall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel and resort. One of the best I've ever stayed out. Beautiful interior throughout, absolutely superb staff always on hand to help out, service is top tier and we were made to feel like we're in our own homes. We can't wait to return!"

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort
Oryx Airport Hotel
Oryx Airport Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
The price is AU$474 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$474
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 16 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,067 reviews)
"Very convenient"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Oryx Airport Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
5 out of 5
Salwa Road and C Ring Road, Bin Mahmoud Area, Doha
The price is AU$115 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Great hotel to do a short visit to Doha. They provide free airport shuttle which run hourly. Staff are friendly and helpful. The hotel has plenty of dining option plus it is a minute walk to a small food court."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
5 out of 5
Al Matar Street, Plot. No. 9, Street No. 850, Area No. 26, Doha
The price is AU$140 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (300 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2025

Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around West Bay

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Diplomatic Area

5/5(11 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Diplomatic Area. A stop by City Centre Shopping Mall or Doha Corniche might round out your trip.

Diplomatic Area
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Al Dafna

While visiting Al Dafna, you might make a stop by sights like Doha Corniche and Ministry of Education.

Al Dafna
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Al Bida

While Al Bida isn't home to many top sights, Souq Waqif Art Gallery and Pearl Monument are some notable places to visit nearby.

Al Bida
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Al Jasra

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While visiting Al Jasra, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif Art Gallery.

Al Jasra
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Msheireb Downtown

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Msheireb Downtown, Msheireb Museums and Al Khoot Fort are top sights worth seeing.

Msheireb Downtown
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Souq Waqif

While you're in Souq Waqif, take in top sights like Gold Souq and jump on the metro at Souq Waqif Station Metro Goldline to see more of the city.

Souq Waqif

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