Where to stay in Qatar?
With a tourism strategy focused on meeting the highest standards in facilities and services, Doha is quickly gaining a reputation for its sumptuous hotels and their extensive dining, entertainment, leisure, and fitness offerings.
Qatar currently boasts more than 30 five-star hotels offering more than 9,000 rooms (average room rate $250), more than 20 four-star hotels offering more than 5,000 rooms (average rate $200), and 25 three-star hotels offering 1,600 rooms (average room rate $130).
It is your choice to choose the location for you to stay as Doha is small and you can reach anywhere in about 30 minutes.
Transportation
Karwa is the national taxi and limousine service. To book a taxi call +974 4458 888.
UBER taxi service is also active in Qatar.
You can use your international driving license for seven consecutive days.
Currency Exchange
Name: Qatari Riyal
Minor Unit: 1/100 = Dirham
1.00 EUR = 3.93 QAR
1.00 USD = 3.64 QAR
1.00 GBP = 4.55 QAR
Click here for other currencies
Important Phone Numbers
Emergencies: 999
Ooredoo Telephone Assistance: 111
Local directory: 180
Time: 141
Airport: +974.4465.6666
Mowasalat Taxi: +974.4458.8888
Qatar Foundation: +974.4454.0000
Texas A&M University at Qatar: +974.4423.0010
Climate
Qatar benefits from year-round sunshine, with temperatures at the beginning of November ranging between 11C and 22 C.
Health
As with undertaking any form of travel, adequate insurance is strongly advised. Qatar has excellent medical facilities, both government and private. For emergencies (fire, police or ambulance) call 999.