Are you staying in Qatar for Ramadan?

Be sure to check out Ramadan in Qatar 2017: Everything You NEED To Know!

We will also be covering Ramadan Tents with our The Best of Doha’s Ramadan Tents Feature.

RAMADAN IN QATAR 2017

Iftar, Suhoor & Ramadan Tents

 

Follow our helpful tips below to enjoy your Ramadan in Qatar.

• Make sure you book in advance for Iftar or Suhoor events. The majority of locals visit friends and family for Iftar during the start of Ramadan – this means that it does get busier later on the month. Also some venues are famously popular and will get booked out very quickly.

• Double-check the pricings of the event you wish to attend, as again Iftar and Suhoor events are very different. Usually Ramadan Suhoor events will be priced higher than Iftar events. If you want to go to a venue with Shisha then double check when booking about the availability and pricings.

• Generally the venues don’t get smoky until very late in the evening, so if you are looking for smoke-free Ramadan venues for a family-friendly fun then go earlier in the day. Also double-check with the venue about the pricings for children as per their age group – some venues don’t charge for under 5s.

• If you are arranging an Iftar or Suhoor for a larger group then always ask for a discount, whether you are going to a five star hotel restaurant or a local dining place. If you have a big enough group then you may be eligible for an early bird discount. But do remember that Doha venues do have different policies regarding minimum numbers for private group bookings.

• Double-check the timings of the event you wish to attend, as Iftar and Suhoor event timings for Ramadan in Doha will be very different. Iftar events usually start from sunset until 8-9.00pm, depending on the venue. Suhoor timings usually begin from 9.00pm until midnight or 1-2am – again depends on the venue. Also you should remember that there may be different timings for a la carte menu service as there will always be a time limit for food orders. For example, venues open until 2.00am may stop taking food orders at 1.00am or 1.40am – so be sure to check.

• In Ramadan entertainment is limited usually to musical instruments and dance performances, although there may be some Arabic singing. Essentially the live entertainment offerings have an Arabic theme – with Tanoura dancers or instrumental bands. They may also only perform at certain times in the evening, so if the live entertainment options matter for your Ramadan Tent or Restaurant experience then check the details and timings with the venue when you book.

•There is no alcoholic beverage service during the whole month of Ramadan. It will usually resume the first day of Eid, but check with each individual outlet.

• If you are planning on bringing children with you please consider Iftar options as Suhoor does start quite late. It is also worth knowing that these venues get quite busy towards the middle of the fasting period, so if you prefer a family-friendly non-smoke environment you should take advantage of the quiet period and head out earlier in the month to Ramadan Tents and Iftar and Suhoor Meals.

• When booking on the telephone make sure to take down the name of the person who you made your booking with. Make sure that you confirm the correct details; if possible ask them to send you a confirmation email of your booking in case of any issues. Also make sure you cancel reservations as soon as possible if you cannot make them. If you have any issues when you arrive at the venue ask to speak to the manager and above all be polite and remain calm.

• Be sure to check it for 2 for 1 offers on buffets which you may be able to use for Ramadan buffets – be sure to ask when you call up to make a booking. If you have been really wanting to enjoy Ramadan in Doha by trying out an Iftar or Suhoor at a Ramadan Tent then choose wisely based on offers!

• Many of the hotels have specials promotions and deals during Ramadan for combined Room and Dinner packages. If you are looking for Ramadan Room packages be sure to check out if Iftar or Suhoor is included in the promotion.

• The details of timings and pricings may change last minute, so always check with the venue when you make your booking. If you are dining without a reservation you can call ahead to check this information.

• Make sure you don’t run too late to enjoy your event of choice. Some venues will open up at sunset, while others may open after Maghrib prayers which will be at least another 15 to 30 minutes more. Venues will also have at least an hour break between Iftar and Suhoor to clean up and prepare for the next event; if you arrive early you should be okay waiting in the lobby or waiting area.

• Do keep in mind that the Doha roads will be even busier than normal with more cars on the road as residents head to evening prayers or to break their fast – so plan ahead and most importantly drive safe!

• We all love five star treatment and the hotels in Doha have a range of options for Iftar & Suhoor with set menus at restaurants and some of Doha’s Best Ramadan Tents. However, don’t forget your local restaurant or eatery may also have its own offers or special menus for Ramadan – so always ask. Expect most restaurants in the Malls to have special Iftar menus available at set prices.

• For people who are not fasting there will be some hotel restaurants open offering a la carte menus or breakfast buffets during the day. Also takeaway options may be available during the afternoon at some restaurants and local cafes. Make sure to check the timings and don’t just turn up – you may expect your favourite restaurant to be open, only to find it has been closed for Ramadan. Always double-check!

 

Hotel Ramadan Tents, Iftars & Suhoors

Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Four Seasons Ramadan Tent 2017

Expect an Arabian Nights vibe at the Ramadan Tent at Four Seasons this year. Located in the Al Mirqab Ballroom the venue will be decked out in teals and golds to reflect the luxury of the season.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from 6:00pm to 8:30 pm. Priced at QAR 235 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is available from 10:00pm until 3:00am; priced at QAR 270 per person.

*Children ages 5-12 years receive 50 percent discount.

Corporate and Group bookings available.

Four Seasons Hotel Doha also have a limited Early Bird special offer. It is available for group bookings until 12th May 2017: For 20 or more guests you will receive 10% off; and for 100 or more guests you will get 15% off. (Terms and Conditions apply so give them a call and check all the details.)

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4494 8600 or email [email protected]

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InterContinental Doha The City

Bringing the magic of the Oasis indoors, expect the Al Jawhara Ramadan Tent to appeal to all ages. With live cooking, and signature Arabian dessert buffet featuring sweets including traditional favourites such as Katayef and Kunefa. Features live Tanoura dance in the evening. Shisha is also available.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 8:00 pm. Priced at QAR 195 per person including Ramadan beverages.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is available from 9:00pm until 2:00am (and until 3:00am on weekends). QAR195 including Ramadan beverages | QAR 115 for a dessert buffet including Ramadan beverages.

*Children ages 6-12 years receive 50 percent discount. Under 6 years complimentary.

Corporate and Group bookings are also available.

For more details and booking call reservations on 974 4015 8888 | +974 7021 8803 or email [email protected]

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Sharq Village & Spa

Sihr Al Sharq Ramadan Tent 2017

Sharq Village has an extended Sihr Al Sharq Ramadan tent this year at its Al Dasha and Al Sonbok ballrooms. Enjoy the extensive Ramadan Iftar Buffet with flavours of the East with traditional Qatari cuisine (International cuisine will also be available). Features Oud and live oriental band.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 8:00 pm. Priced at QAR 225 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohoor Buffet is available from 8:30pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 250 per person.

Group Bookings:
If you’re looking for Ramadan group bookings for Iftar and Suhoor then you may contact the hotel directly to discuss bespoke menus for a special event.

During Ramadan Sharq Village & Spa will offer a special room promotion that includes  luxury accommodation and Iftar (terms and conditions apply).

For more details and booking call reservations on+974 4425 6666 or visit the Sharq Village & Spa Iftar Booking Website 

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Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 9:00pm, priced at QAR 165 per person, including Ramadan juices.

SUHOUR: Suhour set menu includes hot and cold mezzes, mixed grills, and more. Prices start from QAR 85.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4408 7788

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Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel

Expect Ramadan offerings the Grand Hyatt’s re-imagined Ramadan Tent.

Celebrate the holy month of Ramadan in our Ramadanak tent.

Located in the grand Al Maha lobby come together with friends and family to break your fast.

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is served from 6:00pm until 8:30pm; priced at QAR 220 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is served from 10:00pm until late; priced at QAR 220 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations call +974 4448 1234

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 The Torch Doha

The Torch Hotel have arranged their Ramadan buffet at their Flying Carpet Restaurant.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from maghrib prayer until 8:00 pm. Priced at QAR 210 per person including beverages.

SOHOOR: Sohoor Buffet is available from 10:30pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 180 per person including beverages.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4446 600 or email restaurant.reservations@thetorchdoha.com

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Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Ramadan Buffet will be held the Palatial Ramadan Tent at Marsa Malaz Kempinski.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 8:00 pm. Priced at QAR 240 per person.

SOHOOR: Sohoor Buffet is available from 9:00pm until late; priced at QAR 290 per person.

*Children under 6 years of age eat free. Children between 6 and 12 years of age enjoy 50% off.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4035 5011 or e-mail [email protected].

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AlRayyan Hotel Doha – Curio Collection by Hilton

Iftar buffet will be arranged at Mezzo Restaurant.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from maghrib prayer until 8:30 pm. Priced at QAR 175 per person. *Children below 8 years old dine for free; children from 8 to 15 years old priced at QAR 88.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974-4489 9000 or email [email protected]

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Banana Island Anantara Doha

Ramadan Buffet will be held at Azraq Restaurant.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 9:00 pm. Priced at QAR 220 per person. *Children priced at QAR 110

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is available from 10:00pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 270 for non-residents. *Children priced at QAR 160

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4040 5050 or email [email protected]

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City Centre Rotana Doha

Ramadan Buffet will be held at Almas Ramadan Tent.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is priced at QAR 195 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4445 8888

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Westin Doha

Westin Doha will have an Arabian-themed Food Bazaar Ramadan Tent.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset, priced at QAR 195 per person

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is priced at QAR 220 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4492 1733 or email [email protected] 

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W Hotel Doha

Ramadan Buffet will be held at the Sultan’s Tent at W Doha, with a select few dishes by Chef Nawal Al Sayed.

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 8:15 pm. Priced at QAR 230 per person.

SOHOOR: Sohoor Buffet is available from 9:15pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 285 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4453 5385 or email [email protected].

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The St. Regis Doha

Expect two tents from The St Regis Doha: The St. Regis Souq Ramadan Tent is open for Iftar and Shout; whilst the Layaly Ramadan Tent is only available for Suhour.

IFTAR: The St. Regis Souq Ramadan Tent Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 8:00 pm. Priced at QAR 230 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet at The St. Regis Souq Ramadan Tent is available from 9:30pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 290 per person.

Sohour Buffet at Layaly Ramadan Tent is available from 9:00pm until 2:00am; priced at QAR 145 per person.

 *Half price for children aged 4 to 11

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4446 0000 or email [email protected]

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Hilton Doha

Expect Ramadan offerings to be held at Hilton’s Fawanees Ramadan Tent.

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is priced at QAR 195 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is priced at QAR 220 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations call +4423 3333 or email [email protected].

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Double Tree by Hilton Hotel

Expect Ramadan offerings to be held at their L2 Restaurant

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is priced at QAR 155 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is priced at QAR 175 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations call +974 4034 3333 

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Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

Expect Ramadan offerings to be held at Marriott Marquis’ Wanassa Ramadan Tent.

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is served from sunset until 9:00pm; priced at QAR 210 per person. *QR 110 per child

SOHOUR: Sohour is a la carte menu served from 9:30pm until 1:30am

For more details and booking call reservations call +974 4419 5000

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Doha Marriott

Expect Ramadan offerings to be held at Doha Marriott’s Gallery restaurants with a Streets of Arabia theme.

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is priced at QAR 185 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour Buffet is priced at QAR 139 per person.

For more details and booking call reservations call +974 4429 8499

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Plaza Inn Doha

IFTAR: During Ramadan the Iftar buffet is priced at QAR 130 per person. *Children priced at QAR 110

SOHOOR: Sohoor Buffet is priced at QAR 80 per person.

*includes Ramadan juices

For more details and booking call reservations on +974 4422 1137 | 4422 1116 or email [email protected]

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Mövenpick Hotel Al Aziziyah Doha

Expect Ramadan offerings to be held at Flavours restaurant.

IFTAR: Iftar buffet is served daily from sunset until 9:00 pm; priced at QAR 180 per person.

SOHOUR: Sohour buffet is served daily from 10:00 pm until 1:30am; priced at QAR 120 per person.

*6 to 12 years old get a 50% discount. Children up to 5 years old eat for free

For more details and booking call reservations call +974 4445 5555 or email [email protected]

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