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
Sep 11, 2019, 9:59 am
#961
Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: London
Programs: Qatar Plat, Sinbad Silver.
Posts: 212
When we stayed in January it was 250 QAR per person, we had the buffet lunch in one of the restaurants & steak sandwiches later ion in the central atrium. We still had plenty left over, we were there from 0800 until 2300hrs.
Sep 13, 2019, 5:56 pm
#962
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 610
Probably was over-thinking, but would rather avoid problems on arrival.
As it happens, my return journey is actually valid for the free stopover packages as it is over the 12 hours and there was no earlier flight I could have taken.
On that note, the confirmation they sent me for this states that a meal voucher will be provided (Oryx Rotana). Any idea how much this will be for? Thanks for the help.
As it happens, my return journey is actually valid for the free stopover packages as it is over the 12 hours and there was no earlier flight I could have taken.
On that note, the confirmation they sent me for this states that a meal voucher will be provided (Oryx Rotana). Any idea how much this will be for? Thanks for the help.
Sep 13, 2019, 6:13 pm
#963
Join Date: Aug 2004
Programs: AA (EP), Hilton (Diamond), Marriott Bonvoy (Titanium)
Posts: 8,937
I'm fairly certain my intended itinerary should qualify for free stopover hotel (2 flights/day to PEK and 1 leaves 10 min after my inbound would arrive in DOH), but in case it doesn't, I should still be able to pay for a 1 night hotel stay at those advertised rates? I end up with a 16h transfer...
Sep 15, 2019, 7:36 am
#964
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Homeless
Programs: Hyatt Glob; Hilton Dia; Marriott AMB; Accor Dia; IHG Dia Amb; GHA Tit
Posts: 4,842
If two flights XXX-DOH and DOH-YYY are on two separate tickets, is it correct to say that you are not eligible for the free stopover and also not eligible to +Qatar for a hotel at reduced rate?
Sep 16, 2019, 9:38 am
#965
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: BRS
Programs: BA Gold, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 4,994
Sep 16, 2019, 11:51 am
#966
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Kent, UK
Programs: BA Gold; Turkish Miles&SmilesElite;; Freccia Alata Plus; Amex Platinum; SPG Gold; Marriott Gold Elit
Posts: 276
I've just spent two nights in Doha using the stopover programme - the princely sum of £45 a night at the Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels, with breakfast extra (a tad under £10). Not bad value, IMO.
Sep 17, 2019, 10:52 am
#967
Join Date: Mar 2019
Programs: Swiss Senator, Flying Blue Gold, BA EC Gold, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 330
I’m planning a 1 day stopover in November and am considering the Grand Hyatt as I’m Explorist there.
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Sep 17, 2019, 11:04 am
#968
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: United Kingdom
Posts: 427
Sorry if already asked & answered.
The option to add a stop in Doha seems to disappear if I select multi-city.
It's only there when selecting a return flight.
Is that right?
Can I not setup a one night stopover when doing an openjaw?
The option to add a stop in Doha seems to disappear if I select multi-city.
It's only there when selecting a return flight.
Is that right?
Can I not setup a one night stopover when doing an openjaw?
Sep 17, 2019, 11:35 am
#969
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Kent, UK
Programs: BA Gold; Turkish Miles&SmilesElite;; Freccia Alata Plus; Amex Platinum; SPG Gold; Marriott Gold Elit
Posts: 276
I’m planning a 1 day stopover in November and am considering the Grand Hyatt as I’m Explorist there.
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Sep 17, 2019, 11:36 am
#970
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Kent, UK
Programs: BA Gold; Turkish Miles&SmilesElite;; Freccia Alata Plus; Amex Platinum; SPG Gold; Marriott Gold Elit
Posts: 276
Try changing the date of the second flight from Doha by a day or two to see if you can get it to work. I've always had to force it to do this, but it's always worked in the end.
Sep 17, 2019, 10:24 pm
#971
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Doha, Qatar
Posts: 374
I’m planning a 1 day stopover in November and am considering the Grand Hyatt as I’m Explorist there.
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Couple of questions (I skimmed through the thread but didn’t see the answers)
Does the Grand Hyatt have a Club lounge? I still have some vouchers left
My travel agency tells me transfer to the hotel is not included. How much should I plan for the hotel transfers?
What is the best way to get around town? Taxis, Uber, walking?
Sep 19, 2019, 3:41 pm
#972
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 278
Is there a defined location for Uber pick ups at the airport or is it a free-for-all with all other pick-ups ? Thanks
Sep 20, 2019, 12:43 am
#973
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: London
Programs: Hilton, IHG - BA, GA, LH, QR, SV, TK
Posts: 17,008
The marshalls/security guys do a good job keeping the area clear-ish, allowing cars very little waiting time. So best not to book until you know you'll be ready. It's an awful long drive for your driver to get back round to the arrivals area.
Careem is an alternative sevice.