Al Markhiya
Doha
Visit Al Markhiya
Popular places to visit
City Centre Shopping Mall
Spend a relaxed, air-conditioned day in one of Qatar’s largest malls as you enjoy shopping, dining and family entertainment options.
Doha Corniche
Stretching for miles in front of Doha’s skyline, this quiet promenade is a great place to take a peaceful stroll or a morning jog.
Souq Waqif Art Center
For a sense of traditional Qatari life, visit this marketplace in the heart of Doha. Shop, appreciate the architecture and have a meal here.
Villagio Mall
A Venetian theme makes for an atmospheric shopping experience at this vast mall with fashion stores, restaurants and an indoor fairground.
Katara Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Katara Beach during your travels in Doha? While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Things to do
Doha: ATV/Desert Safari with Activities and Inland Sea Stop
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Thrilling 4-Hour Dune Bashing & Camel Ride Safari to Inland Sea
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Qatar Sunset Desert Safari: Dune Bashing & Golden Sands Adventure
Doha: Sharing Desert Safari with Inland Sea visit
Top hotels in Al Markhiya
Oryx Airport Hotel
Great option for a Doha stopover without the hassle of visas and customs. Plenty of restaurant and lounge access in the airport. Very clean and comfortable room. The staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Property was really nice, very clean and staff were amazing. Location was sort of in the ghetto and the breakfast buffet was very limited
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Good hotel and friendly staffs!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Clean and nice service
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha Old Town
Good
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful room and wonderful Lebanese meal in one of the restaurants. And the free airport shuttle was much appreciated.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Al Markhiya
Onaiza
While visiting Onaiza, you might make a stop by sights like The Gate Mall and Ministry of Justice.
Al Dafna
If you're spending time in Al Dafna, check out sights like Doha Corniche or Ministry of Education and hop on the metro to see more the city at West Bay Qatar Energy Station or Corniche Station.
Diplomatic Area
The beaches and abundant dining options are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by City Centre Shopping Mall or Hotel Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at DECC Station to get around town.
West Bay
Noted for its beaches and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in West Bay. Top attractions like Katara Cultural Village and Katara Beach are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Katara Station or Al Qassar Station to see more of the city.
Al Sadd
Shopping and spas are just a few features Al Sadd is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Joaan Station or Hamad Hospital Station.
Fereej Bin Mahmoud
Even though there aren't top sights in Fereej Bin Mahmoud, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Souq Waqif Art Center. Jump on the metro at Bin Mahmoud Station to see more of the city.
