The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort
Grand imperial architecture meets contemporary Gulf luxury. Mughal and Ottoman design motifs — fretwork, bespoke textiles, marquetry floors — run throughout. Formal but not stiff. Families are welcome but the overall atmosphere leans toward couples and those who want serious pampering.
Book La Marsa for dinner, not just lunch — sunset over West Bay from the jetty is the best view in Doha
Why It Matters
Qatar's first two-Michelin-key hotel. First overwater restaurant in Qatar (La Marsa). Designed by WATG with Wimberly Interiors. Member of Leading Hotels of the World. Fully alcohol-free property.
A striking white Mughal-Ottoman palace sitting at the end of the Katara Cultural Village promenade, The Chedi Katara opened for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and has since earned two Michelin keys. It's one of the most architecturally ambitious hotels in the Gulf — scalloped niches, soaring coffered ceilings, ornate colonnades — and everything faces the Arabian Sea. The 91 keys split between 59 rooms and suites and 32 private pool villas. Worth knowing: the entire property operates a sophisticated no-alcohol beverage programme.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Chedi Deluxe Beach Room
The upgrade that matters most for beach lovers. The 11 sqm terrace opens directly onto The Main Pool and out to the private beach — no walking through corridors to get your feet wet. Shower, no bathtub.
King · 46 sqmChedi Deluxe Room
The entry point, and still generous. King bed anchors a room dressed in Mughal-Ottoman textiles, with an 11 sqm private balcony looking out over the Arabian Sea. Shower only (no bathtub). Sea views, WiFi, and breakfast included.
King · 45 sqmChedi Grand Beach Room
Beachfront luxury with the best of both worlds — a 60 sqm room with direct terrace access to the main pool and private beach, plus bathtub. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow makes this the most sought-after room category.
King · 60 sqm
Chedi Grand Room
At 71 sqm plus an 11 sqm balcony, these are proper sanctuaries. Scalloped wall niches, a regally sumptuous king bed, bespoke textiles — the full Mughal-Ottoman design language at its best. Bathtub and shower.
King · 71 sqm
Chedi Pool Suite
The entry villa — a one-bedroom, 102 sqm pleasure palace with a private pool surrounded by lush gardens. Spacious living and dining rooms. When nothing less than total privacy will do, this is the starting point among the villas.
King + Twin · 102 sqm
Chedi Premier Room
More space, plus a bathtub alongside the shower. The 11 sqm balcony faces the Arabian Sea, and the Mughal-Ottoman design is fully expressed here in scalloped wall niches and bespoke textiles.
King · 53 sqmFour Bedroom Villa
A four-bedroom mansion at 295 sqm with private pool. Sleeps up to 8 adults and a child. Exceptional for large families or groups who want self-contained luxury without sacrificing resort amenities.
King + Twin · 295 sqmKatara Beach Suite
Same generous footprint as the Katara Suite (97 sqm + 42 sqm terrace) but with direct access to The Main Pool and the Arabian Sea. The beachfront position is the key distinction here.
King · 97 sqm
Katara Suite
At 97 sqm with a massive 42 sqm balcony angled over the Arabian Sea, this feels like a private apartment. Separate living area and bedroom, generous bathroom with bathtub and shower, minibar. Good for families — sleeps 2 adults and 2 children.
King · 97 sqmPearl Suite
The top suite in the hotel proper, at 142 sqm plus a 39 sqm balcony. Palatial living room, separate dining area, and a regally appointed bedroom, all finished with magnificent textiles. This is the suite for those who want the hotel experience rather than a villa.
King · 142 sqmRoyal Villa
Two of these exist. At 459 sqm across two floors, these are veritable palaces — the most private, most extravagant option on the property. Sleeps up to 10 adults and a child. Full Mughal-Ottoman elegance at royal proportions.
King + Twin · 459 sqmThree Bedroom Villa
Three bedrooms, 210 sqm indoors plus separate living and dining rooms. Private pool. Sleeps up to 6 adults and a child. Enough space to feel like a proper house, with the full Chedi design treatment throughout.
King + Twin · 210 sqmTwo Bedroom Villa
Two full bedrooms, separate living and dining rooms, all at 161 sqm dressed in Mughal-Ottoman textiles. Private pool. Sleeps up to 4 adults and a child — a real option for small families or two couples.
King + Twin · 161 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Strength, Pilates, resistance training, stretching, and mobility classes. Schedule: Thursdays 1:30 PM (ladies only), Fridays available. Open to all levels.
One-on-one personal training sessions in the exclusive gym. Packages: 1 session from QAR 220 (single) / QAR 400 (couple). Multi-session packages also available with bonus sessions.
Private villa BBQ with a dedicated chef and butler, customised menus. Male or female chef and butler available on request. QAR 2,500 for a party of 4, with additional guests arrangeable.
Outdoor jogging and bicycling paths near the beachfront for guests who want to exercise in the open air.
Kids programme available for younger guests staying at the resort.
The Katara Cultural Village — with theatres, concert halls, galleries, mosques, and restaurants — is steps from the hotel. Concierge can arrange tours and excursions around Doha and Qatar.
Exclusive private sandy beach for hotel guests, with beach umbrellas and towels. Water sport activities also available from the beach.
Personalised swimming training delivered by expert instructors, tailored to build confidence for young swimmers. Regular monthly program: QAR 650 for 8 sessions. Private one-on-one instruction also available.
Beachfront pool measuring 60 meters long and 12 meters wide, maintained at 28–30°C year-round. Surrounded by private cabanas and cushioned sun beds with panoramic views in every direction.
Water sport activities available from the private beach. Specific offering confirmed; exact activities subject to availability.
Yoga available as part of the Wellness Day Pass and on request. Calming sessions ideal for guests looking to restore balance alongside spa treatments.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
32 private pool villas with their own swimming pools and lush gardens.
Exclusive sandy beach with beach umbrellas and towels for hotel guests.
Bespoke hair and beauty treatments, available daily 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM within the resort.
Dedicated meeting rooms, boardroom, and pre-function areas for corporate events, product launches, and executive summits.
Shisha available at La Marsa overwater restaurant and The Beach Restaurant (Cloudy Hours).
The entire property operates a sophisticated non-alcoholic beverage programme — no alcohol served anywhere on site.
State-of-the-art fitness equipment in an air-conditioned gym above The Spa, with views over Katara Hills. Guest membership options also available for non-guests: from QAR 2,500/month (single).
Available in Katara Suites, Katara Beach Suite, Pearl Suite, and all villa categories.
High-speed WiFi available throughout all rooms and public areas.
35-meter family swimming pool adjacent to The Beach Restaurant.
60m x 12m main pool between hotel and beach, heated to 28–30°C year-round. Private cabanas and sun beds available.
Full concierge team available for tours, excursions, transportation arrangements, and Qatar-wide bookings.
24-hour room service available for in-room dining.
Valet parking service available at the property.
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