Melia Hotels International has made its debut in Qatar with the opening of Melia Doha.

Located in West Bay, in the mixed-use 41-floor Bin Samikh Tower, the five-star hotel has 317 rooms and suites, ranging from the Executive Suite to the Royal Suite.

Melia Doha is located 20 minutes away from Hamad International Airport, with close proximity to Qatar’s financial, shopping and diplomatic district.

Nearby are the Doha City Center Mall, Corniche promenade, embassies, beaches, sports centers, restaurants and the best evening entertainment, as well as the city’s impressive skyline.

Among the F&B offering at the hotel is Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor, which is also making its Qatari debut, serving Indian fine dining with a modern twist.

Other options include Aceite Restaurant, which reflects the hotel’s Spanish roots with traditional tapas, and Nidaaya All Day Dining, with international cuisine and live cooking stations.

Melia Doha also has Riqqa, a modern boutique and coffee shop, while Le Pool Club offers a more casual option for snacks and drinks.

Other facilities include a health club, which features a gym and temperature controlled outdoor pool.

Melia Doha is a contemporary designed hotel, perfect for business or leisure travels, the first 5-star Spanish hotel in Qatar.

It also has top-class meeting facilities.