*Refined private beachfront experience
*World-class dining and elegantly designed rooms, suites, villas and apartments


Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha has opened its doors in Lusail’s highly anticipated Entertainment City, welcoming guests to “a world of timeless luxury and world-class hospitality”.
Conveniently located a 20-minute drive from the airport and 10 minutes from Doha’s bustling central business district, Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha offers a blissful getaway for those looking for short and long-term stays along the Arabian Gulf, a statement said.
The sophisticated resort features a combination of 429 stylishly designed and spacious guest rooms, suites, and one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments stretched across 200m of private beach.




The resort provides Waldorf Astoria’s signature Personal Concierge service, ensuring a truly effortless luxury and sincerely elegant service experience from pre-arrival to departure, it was explained.
A seasoned hotelier with roots in fine dining and more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, general manager Chris Franzen is passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences reflecting the fabric of the destination.
“Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha will be a coveted location for internationally acclaimed dining concepts, best-in-class facilities, and bespoke service,” he said. “The property is set to redefine luxury on the peninsula and will no doubt be a prestigious address in the heart of Lusail.”
“I look forward to bringing this exquisite hospitality experience to our guests,” Franzen added.
Following Waldorf Astoria’s legacy of culinary expertise, Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha will take guests on a world-class gastronomic journey featuring the internationally renowned Sushisamba.
Known for their blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian culture and cuisine, the Doha location will feature the brand’s signature restaurant and first Beach Club experience.
Sushisamba joins New York-based LDV Hospitality’s signature contemporary Italian dining concept, Scarpetta.
Offering exceptional, tailor-made food and beverage experiences, Scarpetta delivers bold Italian flavours in a sophisticated dinner setting.
Other food and beverage options include:
* The contemporary brasserie concept ByWater, serving delicious classics with a creative twist in a relaxed setting
* Poolside venue Praia
* Wellness concept Wyld Erth, and
* The Highmore – one of Qatar’s most exclusive establishments inspired by an original members-only London club.
The beautifully adorned Peacock Alley is Waldorf Astoria’s renowned meeting place and an iconic statement of the brand’s heritage.
The offerings include afternoon tea service, specialty pastries, and artisan dishes amidst a spectacular view.
Whether traveling for business, leisure, or both, Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha offers guests the ideal city escape.
Three swimming pools – one for adults, one for families, and another for children – as well as a dedicated FlowRider surf area, Aloha Surf Club invites guests to enjoy the waves and soak up the sun.
Endless fun awaits younger guests at Wadi Lusail Waterpark, featuring waterslides, play areas and an adventure trail for splashy fun.
The outdoor playground and immersive Kunuz Kids’ and Teens’ Club offers a variety of creative and sensory-rich activities for children, ranging from imaginative arts and crafts to cultural engagement.
Guests can enjoy unique membership programmes that offer exclusive access to the resort’s world-class facilities.
Meanwhile, for the first time in the Middle East, Espa Life delivers a haven of integrative, holistic wellness – a welcoming space to escape and reset the body’s systems, safely cocooned in exquisite luxury and with the expert care of dedicated well-being professionals.
Espa Life provides 19 treatment rooms and suites, extensive hydro-thermal facilities, and advanced fitness, nutrition and grooming facilities, providing the perfect setting to relax and unwind.
Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha also offers state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, including a fully equipped boardroom, meeting rooms and ballroom accommodating up to 750 guests, as well as extensive outdoor garden spaces accommodating up to 850 guests, making the property the perfect address for group events or celebrating special occasions.
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