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EMPTYJET RecommendEMPTYJET levelsEMPTYJET PreferredTop band of the EMPTYJET ranking: strongest multi-source evidence of a true luxury standard. The properties we fly clients to most often.EMPTYJET RecommendSecond band: well-established luxury properties with consistent evidence across independent references.EMPTYJET ApprovedThird band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.EMPTYJET rank #228

Raffles Doha

Marina District Lusail City, Doha, Qatar

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 4.6/5Google rating1,816 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
  • 96.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • couples
  • food & wine
  • city breaks
  • business

About Raffles Doha

Raffles Doha is situated on Banana Island in Doha, Qatar, and holds the EMPTYJET Recommend designation. The hotel features multiple dining venues, including Alba for Italian cuisine, L'Artisan, and Aqua, along with several bars such as the Acoustic Penthouse, which offers live music and skyline views. Raffles Doha has earned a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for 2026 and a place in La Liste's Top 1000 Hotels, with a score of 96.5/100. The hotel is part of the Raffles brand and is recognised for its luxury hospitality in Qatar.

Why it stands out

Raffles Doha is listed for its EMPTYJET Recommend status, prestigious Forbes Five-Star award, and inclusion in La Liste's Top 1000 Hotels. Its location on Banana Island, Doha, and multiple acclaimed dining options reinforce its appeal for high-end travellers and those seeking a recognised luxury experience in Qatar.

Key facts

Brand
Raffles
Type
Island, Urban resort

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Dining

  • Multiple restaurants — Alba; L'Artisan; Aqua
  • Bar — Acoustic Penthouse A rooftop penthouse where live music meets skyline views

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Alba — Italian
Restaurant
L'Artisan
Restaurant
Aqua
Bar
Blue Cigar Writer's Lounge
Bar
Malaki Lounge
Bar
Acoustic Penthouse

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

25.3899, 51.5315
Sources+
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  • Official brand / collection siteBrand3 fields
  • Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider7 fields

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