Al Rufaa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Souq Waqif
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.
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.
Katara Cultural Village
Capturing the cultural essence of Qatar and Doha, this modern village was created to encourage artistic exchanges between locals and foreign visitors.
Katara Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Katara Beach during your travels in Doha? While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Activities
Doha: 5-Hour Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Qatar: Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) Al Maha Lounge
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Thrilling 4-Hour Dune Bashing & Camel Ride Safari to Inland Sea
Doha: Guided City Tour to Souq Waqif, Katara, & Pearl-Qatar
Our pick of the best Al Rufaa Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
I had a fun 3 night stay here while in Doha. The room was nice and big with all the amenities and bath although some mold in tiles they need to sort out. The free pick up and drop off to the airport was included in my hotels.com booking was great. The gym and pool were great. The location is quite ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Well equipped rooms which were spotlessly clean. The service was friendly and professional throughout! Shout out to Abdu in the restaurant who was super friendly and went above and beyond!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Oryx Airport Hotel
We had a very relaxing stay, after a long flight. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Fairmont Doha
THE BEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Nice, great restaurants, Clean, and comfortable
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The St. Regis Doha
Great customer service. Excellent restaurants and luxurious stay overall. Would love to come back again!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Al Rufaa
As Salatah
If you're spending some time in As Salatah, National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
Old Al Ghanim
While Old Al Ghanim may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gold Souq and Souq Waqif Art Center.
Al Souq
While you're in Al Souq, take in top sights like Doha Corniche and jump on the metro at Souq Waqif Station to see more of the city.
Umm Ghuwailina
Even though there aren't top sights in Umm Ghuwailina, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at Umm Ghuwailina Station to see more of the city.
Al Najada
When in Al Najada, you can plan a visit to Souq Waqif Art Center and Gold Souq, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Al Jasra
While visiting Al Jasra, you might make a stop by sights like Pearl Monument and Souq Waqif.
