Hotels in Lusail: Where to Stay in Qatar's Newest City
A starting list of well-known hotels in Lusail, including the Katara Towers resorts, and how the area compares to staying in Doha.
Lusail is Qatar's newer, purpose-built city north of Doha, and its hotel scene has grown fast around its marina and entertainment districts. This guide lists well-known, internationally branded hotels as a starting point for comparison, not a ranking. We checked each brand's own site in September 2026. For more on the area itself, see our Lusail place guide.
Well-known hotels in Lusail
| Hotel | Known for |
|---|---|
| Raffles Doha | An all-suite hotel inside Katara Towers, with 132 suites and dedicated butler service |
| Fairmont Doha | Also inside Katara Towers, with 362 keys and views over the Arabian Gulf and Lusail |
| Le Royal Méridien Place Vendôme Lusail | In Lusail's Entertainment District, close to Place Vendôme Mall |
| Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha | Reported to include private beach access |
Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha both opened inside Katara Towers, the sword-shaped twin towers that have become one of Lusail's landmark buildings, in January 2023.
Lusail versus Doha for a stay
Lusail suits visitors who want to be near the marina, Place Vendôme, and Lusail Stadium, and who do not mind being a drive from central Doha's older sights, such as Souq Waqif and the Corniche. For a wider comparison of hotels in the capital itself, see our guide to hotels in Doha.
What to check before you book
- Current rates and availability, since these change daily.
- Distance to the sights you plan to visit, since Lusail is a separate district from central Doha.
- Whether a resort or facility fee applies at checkout, which is common at beachfront and luxury properties.
What we could not verify
- Current room rates for any property.
- A complete list of every hotel in Lusail. This guide covers a small, well-known starting set, not every option.
- Exact distance and drive time to central Doha, since this depends on traffic.
Frequently asked questions
What hotels are in Katara Towers?
Raffles Doha, an all-suite hotel with 132 suites, and Fairmont Doha, with 362 keys, both opened inside Katara Towers in January 2023.
Is Lusail far from central Doha?
Lusail is a separate, purpose-built city north of Doha. Check drive times before booking if you plan to spend most of your time near the Corniche or Souq Waqif.
What other hotels are in Lusail?
Le Royal Méridien Place Vendôme Lusail sits in the Entertainment District near Place Vendôme Mall, and Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha is reported to include private beach access.
Is this list ranked?
No. It groups well-known, internationally branded hotels as a starting point, not a ranking.
Sources & references
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