Mar 7, 2018, 4:46 am
Last edit by: escape4
Thought it would be worthwhile setting up a Wiki for this so all the information needed is in a single place:
The offer is being able to book 1 night in a 4 Star hotel in Doha for 23 USD or 5 Star hotel for 28 USD
The tickets need to be on 157-xxxx stock (QR) and the layover has to be for a minimum of 12 hours.
Confirmed by QR:
Offer valid for Qatar Airways confirmed ticket holders only.
Offer is available on Qatar Airways flights transiting through Doha during on-ward or return journey. (E.g.
London –Doha – Bangkok).
For two (or more) people travelling together both outward and return hotels can be booked on separate tickets.
A minimum transiting time of 12 hours is required to be eligible for this offer.
Not applicable on codeshare flights.
Other terms and conditions apply. Please review at the time of booking.
A valid visa is required to enter the country.Nationals from a total of 80 countries can now take advantage
of visa-free entry into Qatar. Entry into Qatar will be at the discretion of the immigration authorities.
Discover Qatar is not responsible for the decision taken by the immigration authorities.
Link with full information is : https://www.qatarairways.com/en/offers/plus-qatar.html
Booking page is : https://discoverqatar.qatarairways.com/us-en/plusqatar
Hotels:
To be completed think it would be useful to mention advantages / Distances from attractions here but mine is:
Warwick Doha
Transport:
By far Uber is the best option in Qatar and is easy to book using the Airport and the hotel wifi.
The offer is being able to book 1 night in a 4 Star hotel in Doha for 23 USD or 5 Star hotel for 28 USD
The tickets need to be on 157-xxxx stock (QR) and the layover has to be for a minimum of 12 hours.
Confirmed by QR:
Offer valid for Qatar Airways confirmed ticket holders only.
Offer is available on Qatar Airways flights transiting through Doha during on-ward or return journey. (E.g.
London –Doha – Bangkok).
For two (or more) people travelling together both outward and return hotels can be booked on separate tickets.
A minimum transiting time of 12 hours is required to be eligible for this offer.
Not applicable on codeshare flights.
Other terms and conditions apply. Please review at the time of booking.
A valid visa is required to enter the country.Nationals from a total of 80 countries can now take advantage
of visa-free entry into Qatar. Entry into Qatar will be at the discretion of the immigration authorities.
Discover Qatar is not responsible for the decision taken by the immigration authorities.
Link with full information is : https://www.qatarairways.com/en/offers/plus-qatar.html
Booking page is : https://discoverqatar.qatarairways.com/us-en/plusqatar
Hotels:
To be completed think it would be useful to mention advantages / Distances from attractions here but mine is:
Warwick Doha
Transport:
By far Uber is the best option in Qatar and is easy to book using the Airport and the hotel wifi.
+Qatar - Doha Hotel stopovers no longer free
Jan 7, 2018, 11:24 am
#437
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So no it has not happened!
Jan 7, 2018, 11:50 am
#439
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Jan 7, 2018, 12:32 pm
#441
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I third Uber in Doha. Used it to/from airport twice and worked fine, car arrived in less than a minute. You can use the airport WiFi in the arrivals area and then walk out when approaching.
Just checked my Uber fare history and an UberX to Marriott Marquis was 36.46QAR and 43.16QAR back to airport. UberGO will be a bit cheaper.
Just checked my Uber fare history and an UberX to Marriott Marquis was 36.46QAR and 43.16QAR back to airport. UberGO will be a bit cheaper.
Jan 7, 2018, 1:25 pm
#442
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I third Uber in Doha. Used it to/from airport twice and worked fine, car arrived in less than a minute. You can use the airport WiFi in the arrivals area and then walk out when approaching.
Just checked my Uber fare history and an UberX to Marriott Marquis was 36.46QAR and 43.16QAR back to airport. UberGO will be a bit cheaper.
Just checked my Uber fare history and an UberX to Marriott Marquis was 36.46QAR and 43.16QAR back to airport. UberGO will be a bit cheaper.
Jan 7, 2018, 10:09 pm
#443
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Doha, Qatar
Posts: 374
I’ve been driving to work in Gulf countries for 14 years, 10 of those years in Doha. From my perspective, if one is not a solid defensive driver or if they are prone to getting agitated from reckless drivers, what would be the point of someone renting a car in Doha and tempting fate? I stand by my earlier posting about the local driving habits and the very real downside of confronting or showing your annoyance at reckless drivers. I have personally known several people who proved to be the ‘cautionary tale’. That being said, you are absolutely correct about the plethora of taxis and the low cost of the service provided.
If you get frustrated too quickly, or cannot stay calm then driving here is not an option! A big car with tinted windows helps! I know of someone who literally had to pack up and leave the country because they used a certain hand single whilst driving once! I have, however, seen worse driving in other countries.
Jan 9, 2018, 6:58 pm
#445
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Do they allow you to check in early? I'm arriving from JFK at around 6am and received my confirmation for The Westin, I was hoping I don't have to wait til 2-3pm just to check in.
Jan 9, 2018, 11:20 pm
#446
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FlyPointyEnd in post 429 of this thread orbitmic says " no you just get the discover Qatar confirmation and you have already stated your check in preference at the time of booking. You get your room for up to 24 hours from then." (My bold) Therefore it should not be a problem.
Jan 9, 2018, 11:42 pm
#447
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FlyPointyEnd in post 429 of this thread orbitmic says " no you just get the discover Qatar confirmation and you have already stated your check in preference at the time of booking. You get your room for up to 24 hours from then." (My bold) Therefore it should not be a problem.
Jan 10, 2018, 3:53 am
#448
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Jan 10, 2018, 4:17 am
#449
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Jan 10, 2018, 4:23 am
#450
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Posts: 3,944
vbh812 provided you check out by the end of 30 April (23.59) then yes you should get the free stay.
If you want a problem to worry about
then since the hotel booking is for 24 hours no matter how long your transit you may need to ensure that you check-in at the hotel by midnight 29 th April!! You should ask the +Qatar help desk.
If you want a problem to worry about
then since the hotel booking is for 24 hours no matter how long your transit you may need to ensure that you check-in at the hotel by midnight 29 th April!! You should ask the +Qatar help desk.