Ritz-Carlton Doha Recognized as No. 1 Hotel in the Middle East

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha is thrilled to announce that for the second consecutive year, it has been recognized as the No. 1 hotel in the Middle East at the annual Condé Nast Traveler annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Also ranked No. 2 hotel in the world, these prestigious awards underline the hotel’s continuing commitment to excellence that defines every exceptional guest moment.

More than 575,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers submitted responses rating their travel experiences across the globe to offer a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with their unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest running and most prestigious accolades, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector. 

Carlo Javakhia, General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha commented, "The Ritz-Carlton, Doha exists in a highly competitive marketplace where exceptional is the norm, so to be named #1 hotel in the Middle East for the second year in a row is truly an honor and a great achievement. I want to thank the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and our loyal guests for continuing to select our property as their preferred place to stay, especially when the choice is so great. Praise must be paid to our magnificent team. Every day they strive to provide a world-class exptrserience that stands out on a local and international level.

We are delighted to have been named #1 hotel in the Middle East for the second year in a row and would like to thank the readers of for their continued support. To have won this award not once, but twice, is testament to the monumental efforts of our magnificent team, who always strive to exceed expectations, offering each guest a world-class experience that is second to none."

Occupying an exclusive private island location on The Pearl, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha presents city living with a resort ethos. The property’s exceptional range of five-star leisure and business facilities, combined with unmatched service sets it apart. Featuring 374 residentially styled guest rooms and suites, alongside Club Lounge access for select guests, it is a natural choice for those seeking a personalized experience. Highly praised for its array of culinary hotspots, there is a diverse selection of international restaurants and bars featuring steakhouse, STK Doha, B-Lounge serving Asian-fusion cuisine and Sel & Miel Parisian brasserie.

Built on its own stretch of private sandy beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha is a favored destination for downtime. Characterized by its standout leisure offering, it is furnished with oversized indoor and outdoor pools, choice gym equipment, squash and tennis courts. It also is home to the exceptional The Ritz-Carlton SPA, where seven dedicated treatment rooms, alongside world class facilities, offer rejuvenation for body, mind and spirit.

Renowned for its credentials that honor the importance of upholding a sustainable environment, the hotel has made a significant investment in enriching its spectacular setting. In addition to the recent large-scale beach development that included strategic landscaping and planting, it introduced an urban farm and bountiful garden where the property’s farm-to-table philosophy is put into practice.

This immersive environment has become a popular draw for families, where children can explore and engage through a host of fun events, such as gardening and looking after farm animals. Through the Ritz Kids programme, little ones are encouraged to connect at every level, this is reflected in the hotel’s inventive culinary scene, where activations like the train-shaped buffet inspire delight.

Highly awarded, the hotel won No. 1 City Hotel in North Africa and Middle East at Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards. It was also recognized at the World Travel Awards 2024, claiming the Middle East's Leading Hotel Service Award, Qatar's Leading Business Hotel and, for the fourth consecutive year, Qatar's Leading Hotel Suite for the Grand Amiri Suites.

For a full list of hotels and resorts in Doha, click here. 

As the recipient of such revered accolades, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha extends heartfelt thanks to its loyal guests, who continue to choose the property as their preferred place to stay when visiting Qatar.

The 2024 Readers' Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue