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Raffles and Fairmont Debut New Guest Experiences in Doha

by Kimberly Inlander

Feb 29, 2024

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New offerings are available from Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha, both housed in the Katara Towers, which redefined the city’s skyline.

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“The entry of both Raffles and Fairmont into Qatar, a rapidly growing market with a flourishing luxury sectornot only solidifies each brand’s presence in the Middle East, but also furthers Raffles’ and Fairmont’s commitment to growing in destinations that offer rich cultural experiences, a characteristic for which Doha is increasingly recognized,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.Through Raffles and Fairmont Doha’s distinctive take on service, culinary excellence, and design, we are cultivating new relationships with local patrons and global travelers, and further establishing Raffles and Fairmont as leaders in luxury hospitality worldwide.”

Debuting this month at Raffles Doha are four themed suites. The Falcon features a falcon gallery, humidor, barber’s corner, cinema and steam room, while The Parisian boasts a central bar, marble wine cellar, cinema, beauty salon and gym. In The Designer, guests find an art gallery, study, pantry and show kitchen. The two-story Royal Suite has a wine cellar, game room, gym, spa, hammam, hair salon, private pool and internal elevator. Also opened in February, Raffles Spa offers nine treatment rooms.

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At Fairmont Doha, Pillar Member’s Club opened this month, featuring a state-of-the-art gym and health club led by elite performance coach Harry Jameson and his team. Members and guests can access exercise classes, personal coaching sessions and more.

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