IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, bringing its luxury lifestyle brand to Qatar for the first time. Kimpton is known for hotels with a strong personality and a welcoming, social feel, and IHG says that approach suits a city where travelers increasingly look for character and a genuine sense of place. The details below cover how the hotel is set up for guests, from its design and dining to the touches that give the brand its identity.
| OPENING TIMELINE: KIMPTON AL ROWDA DOHA | |
| Earlier Done | Kimpton debuts in the Middle East Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, the brand’s first in the region |
| Now open Done | Kimpton Al Rowda Doha opens First Kimpton in Qatar | 283 keys | Five dining venues |
| Date to be announced Upcoming | The Capital Grille joins the line-up American steakhouse opens after its renovation is complete |
| Next Upcoming | Kimpton hotels in Dubai and Jeddah No opening dates given yet |
| Operator: IHG Hotels & Resorts | Brand: Kimpton (luxury lifestyle) | Location: Doha, Qatar | |
| 283 total rooms | 223 + 60 rooms and suites + residences | 5 dining destinations | 1st Kimpton in Qatar |
| “Travelers increasingly want hotels that offer more than a place to stay.” Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG |
| PROPERTY SNAPSHOT | |
| Accommodation | 223 rooms and suites, plus 60 one-, two-, and three-bedroom serviced residences with full kitchens |
| Dining | August Zang (bakery and coffee), The Oat House (all-day, pet-friendly terrace), The Surry (Australian-style pub), Sprezzi (Italian, by the rooftop pool), The Capital Grille (opening date to be announced) |
| Pool and wellness | Rooftop infinity pool with West Bay views, 24-hour fitness center, Sandscapes Spa and Wellness |
| Events | Sandalwood Ballroom and a selection of meeting rooms |
| Design | Desert tones, playful nods to Doha’s skyline, and subtle references to Bedouin craft |
| Kimpton extras | Kimpton Kickstart (5:30 to 8:30 a.m.), Social Hour (5 to 6 p.m.), bikes, in-room yoga mats, and pets welcome free of charge |
Concept and Design
The hotel is named after Al Rowda, an oasis where life blooms after rainfall, and is pitched as a neighborhood living room for both locals and visitors. Its interiors pair desert tones with references to Doha’s modern skyline, using warm, tactile materials and layered textures. Floor-to-ceiling windows and residential-style layouts aim for the home-away-from-home feel Kimpton is known for, and selected rooms and suites have private balconies.
Dining and Social Spaces
Food and drink are central to the concept. August Zang covers morning pastries and specialty coffee, The Oat House runs all day with plant-based, vegan, and dairy-free options, and The Surry brings an Australian pub feel for after-work drinks. Sprezzi serves Italian dishes beside the rooftop pool. The Capital Grille, the hotel’s American steakhouse, will join once its renovation is complete.
Brand Momentum
Mattar called the opening an important moment for IHG in the Middle East and said it builds on the Riyadh debut as the brand looks ahead to Dubai and Jeddah. General Manager Adnan Khan said the goal is a place that becomes part of everyday life in Doha, whether guests are staying or just stopping by.
The hotel joins IHG’s Qatar portfolio, which also includes InterContinental, voco, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Staybridge Suites. Guests can earn and redeem rewards through IHG One Rewards.
