Overnight layover guide. Sleeping facilities in the public zone or boarding area
Please note that some published services and schedules may be subject to change. If the idea is to spend the night in the public area, consider a plan B in case the stay inside the airport is only allowed for those who are about to board.
Spending the night at the airport
Doha Airport is known for its high volume of flights and connections, which results in constant activity and noise, even during the night. Additionally, the temperature inside the building tends to be quite cold. Therefore, it is advisable to come prepared with earplugs, a mask, blankets, or even a sleeping bag.
Where to rest: There are rest areas in Concourses A, B, C, and D, where you’ll find lounge chairs to lie down on, although they tend to fill up quickly. In other parts of the terminal, there are seats with armrests but with carpeted flooring. A particularly quiet spot is the ground floor of Concourse C. Another option is to use the VIP lounges, which offer more comfort and privacy and are open 24 hours a day. Additionally, there are two hotels located in the North and South Nodes, and private cabins available in the transit area.
Baggage: There are no luggage storage facilities.
Eating and drinking: Some options within the terminal remain open throughout the night.
Restrooms: Showers are available in the VIP lounges and in the
Sleep n' Fly cabins, located near gates A and B and opposite gates C30/C31.
Wi-Fi: Free and unlimited.
Other services available around the clock: ATMs, currency exchange offices, children’s play areas, baby changing facilities, medical centres, spas.
Booking accommodation
Nearby Hotels
The Oryx Airport Hotel is located in the transit area of the terminal, in the South Node, next to Concourse B, while the Oryx Garden Hotel is situated in the North Node, at the end of Concourse C.
In addition, next to gates A, B and C in the transit area, there are private Sleep n' Fly cabins.
There is a wide range of accommodation in the city centre, many of which have counters on the ground floor of the terminal.
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara (5.2 km/3.2 miles)
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha (6 km/3.7 miles)
Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha (6.1 km/3.8 miles)
Strato Hotel by Warwick (6.3 km/3.9 miles)
Sharq Village & Spa (6.3 km/3.9 miles)