THE NEWEST HOSPITALITY HUB HAS FACT’S ANUSHAY TAIMUR KHAN CHECKING IN FOR A WEEKEND FULL OF SURPRISES AT DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DOHA – AL SADD – THE EXPERIENCE WAS UNFORGETTABLE…

When I first went to Doubletree by Hilton Doha – Al Sadd, I was surprised at its location which I soon found out was actually the ideal hub, given that Al-Sadd is being constructed to be one of the city’s public centres. The simple building is loaded with so many surprises that my weekend was preoccupied with so many cool and amazing things at this hotel. The warm welcome to the hotel has to be the highlight because it was literally warm – like a delicious cookie warm. Yep, a chocolate chip cookie was handed to me as the staff checked my booking details and I mentally made a note to make myself a cup of tea as soon as I got to my suite.

THE SUITE LIFE
The suite mimicked the comfort of a cute apartment that offers the luxury of just staying in. The coffee/tea machine, the dining table for four and seating for six made it the perfect setting for a small family to stay here. My room, on the other hand, was so spacious that even the addition of a baby’s crib looked small in it. With a TV in the lounge as well as the bedroom set up, it was easy to divide the family in two as we all needed some time to relax! As hoped, my cup of tea was ready in minutes, thanks to the readily available amenities in the room. I got my robe on and put my feet up in the comfortable cotton slippers; a break at last!

FOOD JOINTS
I had already tried OPEN last month so my aim was to get the Indo-Chin and StrEAT experience. However, OPEN’s breakfast buffet and individual servings are still mention-worthy. Fresh juices, breads, cheese displays, fresh fruit, Arabic delicacies, these are just a few of the things that were part of the buffet. English breakfast and all the glorious options were in a menu so it was up to us to spend according to the budget.
Last time I was at the hotel, StrEAT Culture had not properly opened as the special drinks were not available then – what is a bar without the special something? I was lucky to be in time for the all included experience and the pun on the word STREET did not disappoint.

Street food from all over the world was listed in the menu and I got comfortable with some Mexican Nachos, Mumbai spinach pakoras, tacos, Belgian fries, The Cape Town Great Gatsby one-foot-long sandwich, plus the New York peri peri wings that will spice up your life, beef Stilton sliders from London, and then to celebrate life, the Chocolate Overdose dessert to make sure that the world is balanced again. Just a few words for this experience; OM NOM NOM! I loved the creativity on the menu and the entire bar itself was also an ode to the different ‘street’ get ups. The famous red phonebooths of London, served as the selfie points to make sure you feel like you’re dining in a completely different place indeed!

If there was something that took my breath away, it would have to be the ridiculous amount of options and delicious goods that I came across at Indo-Chin. An Asian restaurant in its truest form, there isn’t a single item on their menu that won’t make you sing in delight. I would recommend getting the chef’s specials so you are completely sure of the dynamics of this menu.

KEEPING BUSY
The pool and gym are always there to pass some time and get that workout in. As major attractions and activities are near the hotel, you never feel like you’re missing out on anything at this property. The pool bar is also the place where you might want to go to get that Vitamin D top up and casual sips. An enjoyable time indeed!
DoubleTree by Hilton Doha – Al Sadd is a property that is an affordable venture in a busy city. If you’re looking to be pampered at a luxury class level with top-notch staff and the in-room services at your disposal, you need to get here ASAP. Cherry on top, you can also request for a baby sitter and buy yourself a good time at StrEAT! Who can say no to that? ✤

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