DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town, in Corniche, is one of those. What gives the place its edge is the address itself: within an easy walk of the city centre, a detail that consistently shows up in what guests…

Every now and then a upscale property earns its place on a shortlist by simply doing the basics very well, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town, in Corniche, is one of those. What gives the place its edge is the address itself: within an easy walk of the city centre, a detail that consistently shows up in what guests write afterwards. Expect polished rooms with reliable wi-fi, a small spa and an in-house restaurant, practical details that keep showing up in consistently flattering comfort feedback. The numbers behind the reviews tell their own story, well over 3,500 reviews, scoring strong on balance. Reputation has held up across enough stays to mean something. Expect to pay something in the region of €59 a night, a fair-value entry on the board, especially when stacked against nearby alternatives. All told, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town reads as one of those Doha addresses worth lining up against the obvious choices before booking.