IHG Hotels & Resorts Brings Kimpton’s Luxury Lifestyle Experience to Qatar With Kimpton Al Rowda Doha

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IHG Hotels & Resorts Brings Kimpton’s Luxury Lifestyle Experience to Qatar With Kimpton Al Rowda Doha

(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed its first Kimpton-branded hotel in Qatar, Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, a 283-key luxury lifestyle property set to open in mid-2026 in a prime downtown location. The hotel will be a conversion of an existing landmark building and will feature curated rooms, suites, apartments, five dining and lounge venues including a rooftop bar, and Kimpton’s signature design-led, pet-friendly and community-focused hospitality approach. Senior leaders from IHG and the property owner highlighted the strategic importance of bringing Kimpton to Doha, positioning the city as a leading global luxury destination, while aligning with its blend of tradition and modernity. The signing strengthens IHG’s growing luxury and lifestyle presence in the Middle East, following recent openings in Riyadh and planned debuts in Dubai and Jeddah, while complementing IHG’s existing portfolio of eight hotels across five brands in Qatar.

(PRESS RELEASE) DOHA, Qatar, 2026-Feb-4 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has confirmed that its luxury lifestyle brand Kimpton will make its debut in Qatar with the signing of Kimpton Al Rowda Doha, a 283-room hotel located in a prominent central district of the capital. Scheduled to open in mid-2026, the property represents a major milestone in IHG’s ongoing expansion of its luxury and lifestyle portfolio across the Gulf region.

The new hotel will be developed through the conversion of an existing landmark property, positioning Kimpton in one of Doha’s most dynamic urban areas. The location offers convenient access to key business districts, cultural institutions, and major visitor attractions, making the hotel suitable for both corporate guests and leisure travelers seeking a distinctive, design-led hospitality experience.

Kimpton Al Rowda Doha will feature a mix of guest rooms, suites, and serviced apartments, all designed to reflect the brand’s signature approach to boutique luxury. Culinary offerings will form a central part of the hotel’s identity, with five distinct dining and lounge venues planned, including a rooftop bar that will provide panoramic views across the city skyline. Consistent with Kimpton’s global ethos, the hotel will embrace a socially vibrant atmosphere, welcoming both local residents and international visitors while maintaining the brand’s well-known pet-friendly policy.

Haitham Mattar, Managing Director for IHG Hotels & Resorts in India, the Middle East, and Africa, described the signing as a significant step for IHG in the region. He emphasized that Doha’s blend of heritage and modernity aligns closely with Kimpton’s ability to integrate local culture into contemporary, design-driven hospitality concepts. Mattar also highlighted that the conversion will transform an established property into a destination that delivers highly personalized, experience-led stays tailored to today’s sophisticated travelers.

Sheikh Khalid Bin Jassim Al Thani welcomed the partnership with IHG, noting that introducing Kimpton to Qatar aligns with both his vision for the property and Doha’s broader development as a leading global hub for luxury travel and lifestyle. He expressed confidence that the hotel will set a new benchmark for boutique hospitality in the region and further enhance the city’s international appeal.

Doha continues to grow as a major global destination, supported by high-profile cultural institutions such as the Museum of Islamic Art and the National Museum of Qatar, alongside world-class events and its role as a key international aviation hub. The city’s distinctive combination of traditional architecture, contemporary urban development, and high-end hospitality continues to attract increasing numbers of international visitors.

The signing of Kimpton Al Rowda Doha strengthens IHG’s presence in the Middle East luxury and lifestyle segment, building on recent successes such as the opening of Kimpton KAFD in Riyadh. Further regional expansion is planned, with new Kimpton properties set to debut in Dubai later in 2026 and in Jeddah in the near future.

IHG currently operates eight hotels in Qatar across five brands, including InterContinental, voco, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Staybridge Suites, reinforcing its established footprint in the market.

For further information please contact:

Ankita Chopra
Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, IMEA
IHG Hotels & Resorts
ankita.chopra@ihg.com
+971 4 213 6502

Reem Youssef
Executive, Corporate Affairs, IMEA
IHG Hotels & Resorts
reem.youssef2@ihg.com
+971 4 213 6079

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About Kimpton

Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, pioneered the concept of hotels combining sophisticated, playful design with a more human guest experience in the U.S. Founded in 1981, the San Francisco-born luxury lifestyle brand now operates more than 80 properties and over 100 restaurants, bars and lounges across urban locations, resort destinations and up-and-coming markets globally. From inspiring design and expansive experiences to forward-thinking flavors that feed the soul, Kimpton spaces act as vibrant hubs for sparking authentic human connections. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered so that guest experiences remain meaningful, unscripted and inspired. For more information, visit KimptonHotels.com.

SOURCE: InterContinental Hotels Group