Doha Airport
2010 Worst Airport
REGION: MIDDLE EAST
Runner-Up
In this section you will find some of the more entertaining comments, traveller airport reviews as well as our Doha Airport Guide with info on WiFi, lounges, facilities and services....and yes, even the names of some airport hotels in case you decide that sleeping in the airport is not for you!
Traveller Comments....
"Doha is on the face of it is a modern facility, but the people employed there are not a barrel of laughs to deal with. I was completely shocked at the depth of their bad attitude, surliness and rudeness." (Zak)
"There have been considerable improvements over the past 18 months, the toilets are now presentable, seating has been increased and the food facilities improved. " (Big Tone)
"Doha airport makes Manila international look like the Ritz. I will never again travel via Doha unless it is knocked-down, rebuilt and put under competent management. " (?)
Recent Review
by finley
Missed my connecting flight here due to the plane not landing in time. The staff were rude and intimidating to me from the start. The announcements are very hard to hear.
Once you miss your flight there is a VERY long queue (about 1hr) at the help desk with lots of people cutting in line and so on.
The chairs were uncomfortable and impossible to lie on so your best bet is to head to the top (?) of the airport where the cafe and executive lounges are. It's a comfortable temperature here and if you to the area behind the coffee shop you can get a seat that allows you to put your feet up.
Chances are very, very low that you'll be bothered trying to sleep. At the bottom of the terminal is an area where you can get a burger or whatever.
There are 2 or 3 computer areas with laptops and wi-fi set up but these were always busy. Under the payphones you will find wall plugs (UK version plugs).
the airport itself is in a time vortex and time itself will slow down.
hope this helps someone"
The last review for this airport was in 2012. Have you been there recently? Tell us about it!
Doha Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
- Oryx Lounge - Airside, located on the 1st floor opposite Costa Coffee. Rate: QAR 140 (US$ 39). Hours: open 24 hours
- Premium Terminal - for passengers flying First or Business on Qatar Airways
- Gold Lounge - for First Class ticket holders on Qatar Airways
- Silver Lounge - for Business Class ticket holders on Qatar Airways
Airport WiFi / Internet
Free wireless internet access is available at the Doha Airport.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Doha Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport....
- Oryx Rotana - located on airport grounds.
- Doha Marriott - located on the beach a few minutes from the airport (no airport shuttle)
- Al Liwan Suites - 5 minute drive from the airport. Complimentary airport transfers are available.
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
- Food
>>>Landside: unknown
>>>Airside: A number of international cafes and restaurants provide light meals in addition to an open buffet, coffee, quick meals and iced drinks. - ATM
Qatar National Bank provides ATMs in the Departure and Arrival Halls. - Kid's Play Area
Location: Airside, Departure Hall - Relaxation Area
This is where you will find comfortable seats. Location: Airside, Departure and Transit Halls - Mosques
There is a mosque for men in the departure and arrival halls. There is a mosque with adjacent prayer room for women in the departure hall. - Smoking Rooms
Available in the Departure and Transit Halls on the first and ground floors.
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
>>>Read All Doha Airport Reviews
Last Updated: 27 Nov 2010 | Sources: Doha International Airport
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