The artificial Pearl of Qatar, The Pearl-Qatar stretches over 4 million square meters and is inhabited by more than 12,000 people in Doha.
The island is considered the first Qatari land available for ownership for non-Qataris, and its population is expected to reach approximately 45,000 by 2018.
The island is located 350 meters from the western Qatifiyah Bay area, and at one of the main diving sites for pearl picking in the city of Doha
The island’s construction aims to represent Qatar’s rich past in the pearl industry, which in its shape resembles the pearl chains that the country is famous for.
And the island, which resembles the city of Venice, includes wide water channels and vast Al Bahahs, and is considered one of the most important places of tourism in Qatar
Activities you can do
• You can start enjoying a cruise around the island to see its stunning scenery, and take souvenir photos of its facilities very similar to Venice.
• You can also enjoy a shopping tour in the various markets of the island, which includes all kinds of goods and merchandise for the most famous local, Arab and international brands.
• The island has many facilities suitable for your children, which include gardens, indoor and outdoor children’s playgrounds, and other favorite entertainment.
• The island is also distinguished by its stunning night scenery, where you can take many memorial photos of the sea lanes that reflect the amazing colors of the lights.
• You can relax and rest for a while, and stay away from the hustle and bustle of life in one of the island’s various resorts, where swimming pools, steam rooms, massages and others.
Don’t forget to take a family picnic on one of the island’s beaches, which is distributed all over the place, where you can swim and take souvenir photos of the sunset.
Certainly, you can enjoy a delicious meal, or desserts and refreshments in one of the pearl cafes or restaurants, with their wonderful views that capture the hearts.
Hotels near Qatar Pearl Island
The Ritz-Carlton, Qatar Hotel, Doha is 5-star hotel with great reviews, and it is 1.7 km from Qatar Pearl Island.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent and the views are beautiful, the rooms are comfortable, some visitors complained about the delay in services and the lack of attention of the staff.
Marsa Malaz Kempinski Hotel is one of the best 5-star Doha hotels with great reviews, and it is 1 km from Qatar Pearl Island.
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent, the staff is very helpful, breakfast is varied, services are great.
Qatar Pearl Island website
