New lounge opens at Souq Waqif hotel

Al Jomrok is the latest hotel in the Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels group, managed by Al Rayyan Hospitality. Its new rooftop lounge called Al Shurfa (balcony in Arabic), is the perfect location for dining outdoors and for a relaxed celebration with friends and family, taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling souq below and looking out across the city’s waterfront.

Visitors to Al Shurfa can enjoy the very best of Arabic cuisine — from traditional mezzeh to Wagyu beef burgers, a range of filled club and panini sandwiches or wraps and to finish, Arabic desserts and cheese cake.

The laidback, luxurious atmosphere of Al Shurfa reflects the overall ambience of Al Jomrok Boutique Hotel, which offers guests a stylish sanctuary in the heart of old Doha.

Sophisticated, contemporary design is combined with historic touches such as Al Jomrok’s wooden floors and wall decor, which is inspired by Qatari architecture. Visitors can be assured of traditional Arabic hospitality with five-star service while enjoying all the conveniences of a world-class modern hotel. From the refined lobby lounge, decorated with lavish fabrics, to the custom-made furniture in each of the 11 bedrooms and suites with artwork by leading international designers, Al Jomrok Boutique Hotel is a relaxing retreat.

With the 2014 Fifa World Cup set to kick off on June 12, all Al Shurfa diners will be able to indulge in their passion for football and book their table to cheer their favourite teams on the rooftop terrace, looking out over Doha.  

Taleb al-Henzab, general manager at Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels, said: “We are delighted to launch the Al Shurfa rooftop lounge in our newest boutique hotel, Al Jomrok. Al Shurfa offers an unforgettable experience with its shisha lounge and is the ultimate location to take in a spectacular sunset over Doha’s harbour, while sampling authentic Arabic delicacies.”