Sharq Village & Spa, Doha, Qatar

Sharq Village and Spa is a 5-Star luxury resort located in Doha, Qatar at Ras Abu Aboud, and managed by Ritz Carlton. With the huge amount of expansion and development taking place in Qatar, and all of the oil and gas revenues rolling in, Doha is the perfect location for a luxury resort like Sharq. The project was developed by Qatar National Hotels Company at a cost of $110Million and officially opened in October 2006.

Sharq combines traditional architecture and modern facilities in a unique Qatari village architectural style. The amenities have been designed to meet the requirements of international leisure and business travellers. The 98,083 sqm resort includes 174 luxury rooms and suites furnished to the highest standards as is expected from all Ritz Carlton properties.

Here are some of the features offered at Sharq:

> Six Senses Spa. The property’s Six Senses Spa boasts over 6,500 sqm of floor-space and is the biggest Six Senses Spa in the region. The 23 treatment rooms are fashioned on a traditional Qatari environment resembling typical village houses with heated stone massage beds, mud baths and private majlis areas.

> Fitness and Leisure. Sharq Village & Spa is home to the most extensive and luxurious fitness and leisure facilities that Doha has to offer. Swimmers and sun-bathers have the option to enjoy 350 meters of private coastline and two chilled, fresh water pools covering over 1,500 sqm.

> Luxury Souq. Sharq Village & Spa offers a traditional souq that includes luxurious retail outlets where one can purchase designer fashion, exotic cigars, traditional Arabic perfumes and exquisite jewelry. Brands include: Zai, Mohammed Al-Sagheer, Al Arabia Oud, Boucheron, and many others.

Other features offered at Sharq Village & Spa include--

> Business Services:

- Business Center,
- Private Boardroom,
- Dedicated Conferencing Team,
- 2 Grand Ballrooms,
- Outdoor Event Facilities,
- Wireless High-Speed Internet Access.

> Destination Services:

- Airport Transfers and Luxury Transportation,
- Meet and Greet Services,
- Hospitality Services,
- Sightseeing Tours,
- Dine-Arounds,
- Personalized Amenities.

> Fine Dining Restaurants:

- Al Liwan
- Al Dana
- Al Wannis
- Al Jalsa

Sharq accommodations, in the Ritz Carlton tradition, are of course the finest and include King Rooms, Twin Rooms, King Suites, Deluxe Suites and a Presidential Suite for VIPs. Villas are also available. All of these feature:

**In-room safe,
**Individual climate control,
**Honor bar,
**Espresso/coffee maker,
**Bed Features: Luxurious 400-thread count down comforter, hypoallergenic foam and feather pillows and custom-designed pillow-top mattress,
**Penhaligon’s bath amenities,
**Rainforest shower,
**A deep soaking tub,
**Bathroom telephone and hair dryer,
**Thick oversized bath towels,
**Plush bathrobes and slippers,
**Marble counters and flooring,
**Entertainment- each room features a 32-inch plasma television,
**Satellite channels,
**Local and international newspapers and magazines.

Sharq Village and Spa has already become one of Doha's top destinations. And why not? This Resort Mega Project offers everything for both business and pleasure. You can come to Sharq to enjoy a relaxing holiday, or to hold an important business conference in a fabulous setting!

Here is a Sharq Village and Spa video from YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5XXV344RW8

This link takes you to the Sharq Village and Spa website:

http://www.sharqvillage.com/