Diplomatic Area

Doha

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Just north of the Doha Corniche, this neighborhood along the Persian Gulf has numerous embassies and some of the city’s best hotels.

As the name suggests, Doha’s Diplomatic Area is the logical place to find numerous buildings housing the official Qatar residences of other countries. Stroll along the waterfront and look for embassies from Jordan, France, Korea, Sudan, Pakistan, Libya, Tunisia, Thailand and others. Challenge your kids to guess which country occupies each building based on the flag flying overhead. Gaze northward over the water to see the luxurious residential area of Pearl-Qatar. From this man-made development, catch a dhow boat to ride to Al Safliya Island, visible east of the Diplomatic Area, to enjoy watersports.

Besides its embassies, the neighborhood also has excellent hotels, restaurants and shopping. Start exploring where the Doha Corniche ends in West Bay near the pyramid-shaped Sheraton Grand Doha Resort and Convention Center and the dancing fountains of Sheraton Hotel Park.

Relax for a while on the grass at I Park and gaze at the unique buildings of Doha’s pretty skyline. Doha Tower or Burj Doha has a bullet shape with an overlay resembling an Arabic screen, while Tornado Tower appears to twist in the wind.

Travel several blocks inland to view theImam Abdul Wahhab Mosque, Qatar’s state mosque. Its sandstone façade and 93 domes are particularly impressive when illuminated in the evening, a good time to walk here and avoid the day’s heat.

Head north to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). Step outside to admire the two-tier geometric Smoke public art installation by Tony Smith. Find more art at the Art 29 Gallery on the 29th floor of the W Doha hotel. Eclectic exhibitions from local, regional and international artists change every month or two.

Travel by metro from Hamad International Airport to the DECC station in about 1 hour to reach the southern end of the Diplomatic Area. Finding parking in the neighborhood can be difficult but taxis are convenient. While here, shop at the Gate Mall or City Center Mall for everything from practicalities to luxury items.


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Diplomatic Area Hotel Deals

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay

5 out of 5
Al Shaghya Street Al Dafna, Doha
$175 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$175 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 indoor pools. Popular attractions City Centre Shopping Mall and Katara Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Always feels like I am home"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay
Hilton Doha

Hilton Doha

5 out of 5
Diplomatic District Street West Bay, Doha
$152 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$152 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (846 reviews)
Very good hotel
"I love this hotel, staying in it pretty much every time I’m in Doha."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Hilton Doha
Aleph Doha Residences, Curio Collection by Hilton

Aleph Doha Residences, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
Aba Al Hanin Bil Hanin Street, Doha
$116 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$116 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
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Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions City Centre Shopping Mall and Katara Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
"Omaimah, Mahesh, cant keep mentioning names. Every Staff. Looks like they have solutions to all u need. I ended up extending for 2 days"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Aleph Doha Residences, Curio Collection by Hilton
Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Four Seasons Hotel Doha

5 out of 5
The Corniche Road Pob 24665, Doha
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$337 nightly
The price is $337 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$337 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (343 reviews)
"Exceptional service. All the staff know your name from day 1. Excellent facilities"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Doha
Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

5 out of 5
West Bay City Center, Omar Al Mukhtar Street, West Bay, Doha
$137 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$137 total
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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 in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (345 reviews)
"A lovely hotel. Spacious rooms, excellent breakfast buffet and delightful staff in all areas. Always a friendly greeting and a smile. Efficient, professional and so veryhelpful. The location is great with inbuilt access to City Centre Mall and close to other attractions. Definitely our favourite ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel
City Centre Rotana Doha

City Centre Rotana Doha

5 out of 5
Conference Center Street, Doha
$104 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$104 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Doha. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

City Centre Rotana Doha
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Other neighborhoods around Diplomatic Area

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Onaiza

While visiting Onaiza, you might make a stop by sights like The Gate Mall and Ministry of Justice.

Onaiza
Tornado Tower

Al Dafna

If you're spending time in Al Dafna, check out sights like Doha Corniche or Ministry of Education and hop on the metro to see more the city at West Bay Qatar Energy Station or Corniche Station.

Al Dafna
West Bay

West Bay

4/5(9 area reviews)

Encompassing east coast districts like Al Qassar and Al Dafna, this area boasts modern buildings and towering skyscrapers. Easily explore with the shuttle service and West Bay Metro Station.

West Bay
Al Jasra

Al Jasra

5/5(16 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Al Jasra, Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif are top sights worth seeing.

Al Jasra
Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center which includes night scenes, a city and a bay or harbor

Al Souq

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

Al Souq
Stunning architecture

As Salatah

While visiting As Salatah, you might make a stop by sights like National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche.

As Salatah


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