Umm Ghuwailina Travel Guide
Doha
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Popular places to visit
Souq Waqif
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Souq Waqif during your visit to Doha.
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.
Villagio Mall
A Venetian theme makes for an atmospheric shopping experience at this vast mall with fashion stores, restaurants and an indoor fairground.
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.
Things to do
Doha: 5-Hour Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Inland Sea
Doha: Sunset Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Qatar: Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) Al Maha Lounge
Thrilling 4-Hour Dune Bashing & Camel Ride Safari to Inland Sea
North Qatar Tour | Zubara Fort | Purple Island | Mangros Colony
Qatar: Doha Sightseeing Cruise Onboard an Arabic Dhow Boat
Top hotels in Umm Ghuwailina
Millennium Central Hotel Doha
Staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Plaza Doha, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Staff, clean room, pool
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Doha Airport
The hotel location is ok to reach the airport in 15 min by car/taxi, it’s in walkable distance from the metro station, but not that close (15/20 min). The hotel itself is already feeling a little dated, it was clean, but you notice the room needs some maintenance. The staff was friendly. Overall ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Doha
Another good stay at an excellent hotel. The room was spacious and the king size bed comfortable. The bathroom was large with a tub and a walk in shower. The steak restaurant was very good. All the staff were friendly and willing to help. Everywhere was clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Oryx Airport Hotel
Clean quiet room and very convenient access to airport gates.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Steigenberger Hotel Doha
Room was amazing. The staff where incredible from the moment we arrived to the moment we left
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Umm Ghuwailina
Al Rufaa
Even though there aren't top sights in Al Rufaa, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like National Museum of Qatar. Jump on the metro at National Museum Station to see more of the city.
Najma
Even though there aren't top sights in Najma, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like The Mall. Jump on the metro at Al Doha Al Jadeda Station to see more of the city.
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.
As Salatah
If you're spending some time in As Salatah, National Museum of Qatar and Doha Corniche are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
