Hamad International Airport Lounges Guide

Doha2 optionsUpdated 2026-09-11

The lounges you can use at Hamad International Airport, with access options and where to find each one. Hamad International Airport keeps things simple, with a handful of airport lounges to choose from — two in total. You'll find them all over in Terminal 1. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways runs 9 lounges at Hamad International Airport — in Terminal 1. You can usually get in with First Class Ticket, Privilege Club Platinum, Paid Upgrade, Business Class Ticket, Paid Access, Privilege Club Gold, Oneworld Emerald, Oneworld Sapphire, Privilege Club Silver and First Or Business Class Arrival.

Locations (9)

Al Safwa First Lounge

Terminal 1Details

Qatar Airways' flagship first-class lounge, on the upper level of Duty Free Plaza South and reached by escalator or lift from the departures concourse. Arabian-inspired interiors house private dining, spa treatments and quiet retreats built for First Class passengers and Privilege Club Platinum members travelling Business Class, whether departing directly or connecting between Qatar Airways and oneworld flights.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South, Concourse B — take the escalator or lift up to the lounge entrance.

Access options
First Class Ticket
First Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight, First Class ticket on a oneworld-operated flight, First Class ticket on a Qatar Airways codeshare flight
Privilege Club Platinum
Privilege Club Platinum membership travelling Business Class on Qatar Airways, Eligible accompanying guest
Paid Upgrade
Business Class ticket on Qatar Airways, upgrade purchasable at the lounge reception

Al Mourjan Business Lounge - South

Terminal 1Details

Qatar Airways' main business-class lounge in the South terminal zone, with Arabian-inspired decor and a resort-like ambience across an à la carte restaurant and international buffet. It serves Business Class passengers on Qatar Airways and its oneworld and codeshare partners, offering a five-star-hotel-style retreat before departure or between connecting flights through Doha.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South, Concourse A.

Access options
Business Class Ticket
Business Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight (Elite, Comfort or Classic fare), Business Class ticket on a oneworld-operated flight, Business Class ticket on a Qatar Airways codeshare partner flight

Al Mourjan Business Lounge - The Garden

Terminal 1Details

An 80,000 sq ft business-class lounge in the North Terminal expansion overlooking The Orchard, the airport's indoor tropical garden. Opened in 2023, it seats around 700 passengers across dining, quiet and lounge areas and is the newer of Qatar Airways' two Al Mourjan business lounges at Doha.

International
Directions

Level 2, North Terminal — dedicated elevators near Gate C13, behind the Louis Vuitton boutique in the Duty Free area, one floor above the departures level.

Access options
Business Class Ticket
Business Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight (Elite, Comfort or Classic fare, not Business Lite), Business Class ticket on a oneworld-operated flight, First Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight
Paid Access
Qatar Airways Business Lite or Economy Class ticket, purchasable at the lounge entrance

Platinum and Gold Lounge - North

Terminal 1Details

A combined Privilege Club lounge in the airport's North Node expansion, offering à la carte and international buffet dining, runway views and quiet retreat spaces for economy-class travellers holding elite status. It gives Platinum and Gold Privilege Club members, plus oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members, a place to relax before boarding from the northern concourse.

International
Directions

Level 2, Duty Free Plaza North, Concourse C, beside Gate C14/C15.

Access options
Privilege Club Platinum
Privilege Club Platinum membership travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight, Eligible accompanying guest
Privilege Club Gold
Privilege Club Gold membership travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight, Eligible accompanying guest
oneworld Emerald
oneworld Emerald status travelling Economy on a qualifying airline
oneworld Sapphire
oneworld Sapphire status travelling Economy on a qualifying airline

Platinum Lounge - South

Terminal 1Details

The South terminal's Privilege Club Platinum lounge, one level above the adjoining Gold Lounge, with an à la carte and international buffet menu, shower facilities, quiet areas and a prayer room. It is reserved for economy-class travellers holding Privilege Club Platinum or oneworld Emerald status departing from Concourse A.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South, Concourse A, beside Gate A1 — take the stairs or lift up one level from the Gold Lounge.

Access options
Privilege Club Platinum
Privilege Club Platinum membership travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight, Eligible accompanying guest
oneworld Emerald
oneworld Emerald status travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight

Gold Lounge - South

Terminal 1Details

A Privilege Club Gold lounge beside Gate A1 in the South terminal zone, with all-day buffet dining, a bar, shower facilities and a dedicated family area. It serves economy-class Privilege Club Gold members and oneworld Sapphire travellers on Qatar Airways or oneworld-operated flights ahead of departure.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South, Concourse A, beside Gate A1.

Access options
Privilege Club Gold
Privilege Club Gold membership travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight, Eligible accompanying guest
oneworld Sapphire
oneworld Sapphire status travelling Economy on Qatar Airways or a oneworld-operated flight

Silver Lounge - South

Terminal 1Details

A Privilege Club Silver lounge beside Gate B1 in the South terminal zone, combining work and rest space with high-speed WiFi, meeting rooms, a quiet zone, buffet dining, shower facilities and baggage storage. It serves economy-class Privilege Club Silver members travelling on Qatar Airways-operated flights.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South, Concourse B, beside Gate B1.

Access options
Privilege Club Silver
Privilege Club Silver membership travelling Economy on a Qatar Airways-operated flight, Eligible accompanying guest

First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration

Terminal 1Details

An airside arrival lounge for First and Business Class passengers, positioned ahead of the immigration hall with dedicated immigration desks and e-gates. It offers quiet rooms, a business centre, showers, media rooms and buffet dining for travellers landing in Doha before they clear immigration.

International
Directions

Ground level, before Arrivals immigration — entrance is beside the immigration counters, next to the e-gate section.

Access options
First or Business Class Arrival
First or Business Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight (Elite, Comfort or Classic fare)

First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - After Immigration

Terminal 1Details

A landside arrival lounge for First and Business Class passengers, reached after baggage collection, with quiet rooms, a business centre, showers, media rooms and a buffet restaurant. It gives arriving travellers a place to freshen up before continuing their journey from Doha.

International
Directions

Ground level, after Arrivals immigration and the baggage belt area — turn left after exiting the customs declaration area, near the Baladna store.

Access options
First or Business Class Arrival
First or Business Class ticket on a Qatar Airways-operated flight (Elite, Comfort or Classic fare)
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Al Maha Services

Al Maha Services runs 4 lounges at Hamad International Airport — in Terminal 1. You can usually get in with First Or Business Class, Walk-In Pass, Advance Booking and Lounge Programme Card.

Locations (4)

Al Maha Lounge - North

Terminal 1Details

A pay-per-visit lounge in the airport's North Node expansion, open to travellers on any airline rather than restricted to one carrier's frequent-flyer programme. It offers shower facilities, WiFi, business centres, conference rooms and smoking rooms, with deli-style dining and beverages served throughout the day for departing passengers.

International
Directions

Level 1, Central Zone, North Node, Concourse C.

Access options
First or Business Class
First or Business Class ticket on an airline other than Qatar Airways
Walk-in Pass
Purchased at the lounge reception on arrival
Advance Booking
Booked in advance through the Al Maha Services website
Lounge Programme Card
Mastercard Travel Pass, Visa Airport Companion, DragonPass, LoungeKey

Al Maha Lounge - South

Terminal 1Details

A pay-per-visit lounge in the South terminal's Duty Free Plaza, open to travellers on any airline rather than restricted to one carrier's frequent-flyer programme. It offers shower facilities, WiFi, business centres and conference rooms, with deli-style dining and beverages served throughout the day for departing passengers.

International
Directions

Level 1, Duty Free Plaza South.

Access options
First or Business Class
First or Business Class ticket on an airline other than Qatar Airways
Walk-in Pass
Purchased at the lounge reception on arrival
Advance Booking
Booked in advance through the Al Maha Services website
Lounge Programme Card
Mastercard Travel Pass, Visa Airport Companion, DragonPass, LoungeKey

Al Maha Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration

Terminal 1Details

An airside arrival lounge ahead of the immigration hall, open to arriving passengers on any airline. It offers light refreshments, a smoking room, a business centre and complimentary WiFi, along with a fast-track immigration service purchasable at reception for travellers wanting to clear the airport quickly.

International
Directions

Ground level, before Arrivals immigration.

Access options
Walk-in Pass
Purchased at the lounge reception, including optional fast-track immigration
Advance Booking
Booked in advance through the Al Maha Services website
Lounge Programme Card
Visa Airport Companion, DragonPass

Al Maha Arrival Lounge - After Immigration

Terminal 1Details

A landside arrival lounge reached after baggage collection, open to arriving passengers on any airline. It offers a peaceful setting with light refreshments and beverages, giving travellers a place to relax after clearing customs before continuing their onward journey from Doha.

International
Directions

Ground level, after Arrivals immigration and the baggage belt area.

Access options
Walk-in Pass
Purchased at the lounge reception
Advance Booking
Booked in advance through the Al Maha Services website
Lounge Programme Card
Visa Airport Companion, DragonPass

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hamad International Airport have lounges?

Yes, Hamad International Airport has 13 lounges available: • Al Safwa First Lounge (Terminal 1) • Al Mourjan Business Lounge - South (Terminal 1) • Al Mourjan Business Lounge - The Garden (Terminal 1) • Platinum and Gold Lounge - North (Terminal 1) • Platinum Lounge - South (Terminal 1) • Gold Lounge - South (Terminal 1) • Silver Lounge - South (Terminal 1) • First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration (Terminal 1) • First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - After Immigration (Terminal 1) • Al Maha Lounge - North (Terminal 1) • Al Maha Lounge - South (Terminal 1) • Al Maha Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration (Terminal 1) • Al Maha Arrival Lounge - After Immigration (Terminal 1)

Where is the Al Safwa First Lounge located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Safwa First Lounge is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Mourjan Business Lounge - South located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Mourjan Business Lounge - South is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Mourjan Business Lounge - The Garden located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Mourjan Business Lounge - The Garden is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Platinum and Gold Lounge - North located at Hamad International Airport?

The Platinum and Gold Lounge - North is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Platinum Lounge - South located at Hamad International Airport?

The Platinum Lounge - South is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Gold Lounge - South located at Hamad International Airport?

The Gold Lounge - South is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Silver Lounge - South located at Hamad International Airport?

The Silver Lounge - South is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration located at Hamad International Airport?

The First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - After Immigration located at Hamad International Airport?

The First and Business Class Arrival Lounge - After Immigration is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Maha Lounge - North located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Maha Lounge - North is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Maha Lounge - South located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Maha Lounge - South is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Maha Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Maha Arrival Lounge - Before Immigration is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

Where is the Al Maha Arrival Lounge - After Immigration located at Hamad International Airport?

The Al Maha Arrival Lounge - After Immigration is located in Terminal 1 at Hamad International Airport.

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