Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha

Аяжан Рахимова

We had a wonderful stay at Rixos Doha! ❤️ The hotel is beautiful, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is amazing. The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming, making our holiday truly special. A special thank you to Gerald for his excellent service, kindness, and warm hospitality. He made us feel very welcome and helped make our experience even more enjoyable. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely love to come back again. Highly recommend Rixos Doha! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Jameel

A great experience spent at the Rixos Gulf Hotel - Doha. We are a family of 3 (two year old toddler). We decided to spend the Eid at Rixos and opted for the All-Inclusive package. It is important to note, this is not truly an all inclusive resort as you would expect from Rixos in Turkey. Being an All inclusive guest gives you access to the following ONLY: 1- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Farmhouse restaurant. 2- Dinner at their steakhouse resturant (limited to a set All inclusive menu). 3- snacks and beverages at the pool bar (fresh drinks e.g. juices, coconut water are excluded). They have a cafe at the lobby, but this is subject for payment (even if you are an all inclusive guest). We were told we can get snacks and drinks between 12am-2am only since this is an off-peak timing which was quite odd to hear. There is a decent kids club with friendly staff that made our little one enjoy his time indoors (especially when the weather was really hot). Many thanks to Miss Sibel for her outstanding efforts in making our experience memorable. The food in general was good and tasteful but rather sub-par for Rixos standards. We observed throughout the various areas that the resort is considerably understaffed (in the restaurants, kids club and pool area) which was notably causing overwhelming stress for the employees. We understand this was likely caused due to staff shortages, but we would expect the management to be mindful that reducing your staff while still accepting the maximum hotel capacity could impact the guest experience negatively which is why we could not allow ourselves to give this experience 5 stars. Nonetheless, it was a memorable experience and an enjoyable time we had at Rixos Gulf Doha.

Tracy Cruz

It was my first time visiting Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha yesterday (16 October 2026), and I enjoyed both the brunch experience and access to the pool and beach. From the moment I arrived until the time I left, my experience was nothing short of amazing! The staff were all incredibly welcoming, friendly, and helpful. I had brunch at Marina, and both the ambiance and service were fantastic. Even during busy periods, the employees remained attentive and assisted guests with genuine warmth and professionalism. On a last-minute decision, I also opted for pool and beach access. Although it was quite busy, I was still able to find a comfortable spot to relax and unwind. Sitting by the beach, enjoying the city view, beautiful weather, and sunshine, left me feeling completely recharged! As an expat living a busy day-to-day routine, this kind of relaxation is truly appreciated. It turned out to be one of the most enjoyable days I've had in a long time. I would also like to give special recognition to Mr. Putu from ZOH, who provided exceptional service throughout the evening. He was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure guests had a wonderful experience. His outstanding hospitality is one of the main reasons I will definitely return to Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha. My sincere appreciation and salute to all the employees. Not every hotel can make guests feel genuinely welcomed, valued, and cared for, but Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha certainly does! Thank you for making my visit so memorable… 🫶🌟🤩🙌

Ranasinghe Chamara Chinthaka

We celebrated our child’s birthday at Marina Restaurant at Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha, and it was a wonderful event. The staff were very friendly, helpful, and supportive, which made the celebration successful and enjoyable. The pool area was clean, and the overall environment was very pleasant. Even though the weather was very hot, we did not feel uncomfortable because of the nice atmosphere and relaxing surroundings of the hotel. Special Thanks to Chef Ramesh. Overall, we had a very good experience and truly appreciate the support provided by the team.

Yeranuhi Margaryan

My Honest Review of Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha First of all, I would like to thank the hotel staff for their friendliness, kindness, and welcoming attitude. The staff members I encountered were very pleasant, and I appreciate their efforts to make guests feel welcome. The hotel building is beautiful, and the property is clean and well-maintained. These are certainly positive aspects that deserve recognition. However, there are several areas where I believe the hotel could improve to provide a truly outstanding holiday experience. 1. Food Variety and Quality Unfortunately, the food selection was repetitive, with largely the same dishes served every day. The taste also did not meet my expectations. For a hotel of this category, I would expect a more varied menu, better flavours, and a wider selection of freshly prepared dishes. 2. Beach and Seawater Experience For me, the beach and the quality of the seawater are among the most important aspects of a seaside holiday. Unfortunately, the beach area felt too enclosed, and I missed the feeling of looking out towards an endless sea and an open horizon. I also noticed an unpleasant smell around the water, which affected my enjoyment of swimming. I would encourage the management to investigate the possible cause, monitor the water quality regularly, and pay closer attention to the overall beach environment. 3. Evening Entertainment Another disappointment was the lack of evening entertainment. The atmosphere felt rather passive, and I missed having enjoyable performances and activities after sunset. Having experienced excellent evening entertainment at hotels in Egypt, I believe there is significant room for improvement in this area. Elegant live violin or piano performances, live music, professional stage shows, and high-quality entertainment programmes would make the evenings much more enjoyable and memorable. 4. Final Thoughts and Suggestions Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha has a beautiful building, a clean environment, and friendly staff. I sincerely appreciate these positive aspects and thank the team for their hospitality. At the same time, I believe that greater food variety, improvements to the beach experience, careful monitoring of seawater quality, and a more engaging evening entertainment programme would significantly enhance the overall guest experience. I am sharing these comments constructively, with the hope that the management will take them into consideration and continue improving the hotel. 5. Earlier Opening Hours for the Beach and Swimming Pools Both the beach and the swimming pools open only at 8:00 AM, which can be quite late in Qatar's hot climate. Many adult guests prefer swimming early in the morning, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable. Not everyone uses the water in the same way: some guests simply enjoy standing in shallow water, while others genuinely enjoy swimming and spending time in the sea. I would encourage the hotel to consider allowing adults to access the beach and swimming pools from 6:00 or 6:30 AM, subject to the hotel's applicable safety rules. This would give guests greater flexibility and allow them to enjoy the cooler morning hours before the heat becomes intense. A more flexible schedule would be a welcome improvement for guests who truly love swimming. Thank you for your hospitality and for taking the time to consider my feedback.