Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge Review, Doha Airport

ByEdward Pizzarello
a large building with a staircase and a large staircase

In case you’re just joining us, here’s what I’ve covered so far on my trip to Djibouti for a UNICEF relief delivery:

Our group needed to clear security upon arrival, which took very little time.  After that, we were in a very large, cosmopolitan terminal.  There were plenty of “Western” influences.  Think Gucci, Hermes, and even a Harrod’s coming soon (might be open now).  And, the big bear.

people walking in a building

a stuffed bear with a light bulb

a man taking a selfie with a yellow stuffed bear

The Al Mourjan Business lounge is the preferred lounge for folks traveling in business class.  There’s a lesser lounge I visited with one of our group who didn’t have access to Al Mourjan.  It was small, sufficient.  Showers, food, comfortable seating.  But, where you really want to hang out is Al Mourjan.  The lounge is massive, maybe the largest I’ve been in.  Heck, the large water feature in the main hall is bigger than some lounges I’ve been in.  On top of being massive, the lounge is truly stunning.

people standing at a reception desk

a large silver sculpture in a room

a large pool with water in the middle of a building

a large wet floor with a staircase and a staircase

Once I got past the counter I wasn’t entirely sure where to go.  The high ceilings and long central hall are quite wonderful.  There’s a bit of a map to help guide you.  You’ll also find a baggage room where you can store your suitcase if you don’t want to lug it around.  Locks will secure your bags.  I chose to wander around.

a glass wall with a sign on it

a lockers in a room

The central hall contains a number of different types of seating.  There’s more traditional lounge seating complete with some tablets for entertainment/flight options.  Some more comfortable seating sits in the middle of the hall.  There are also a few beverage stations, including specialty coffee machines with freshly ground beans.

people sitting in a room with a large column and people sitting on chairs

a group of chairs in a room with luggage

a large building with a glass ceiling and a staircase

a group of chairs and tables in a room

a tablet with a purple screen

a counter with drinks and coffee machines

Dining

There are two main dining areas.  Up the grand staircase is the larger of the two food spreads.  As you head way from the grand staircase, you’ll find a brighter, more casual dining area.  Behind a set of glass doors, the room is brighter than the central hall.  A variety of seating gives you access to the modified a la carte menu and a small self-service area.

a group of people sitting at long tables

a long table with a row of plants on it

a group of chefs in a kitchen

a menu of a breakfast

I visited the main dining room upstairs after a la carte area on the main floor.  The larger area upstairs consisted of a well-stocked buffet along with an equally well-stocked bar.  If you don’t mind a potential crowd (not a ton of seating upstairs) there’s a bigger variety of food.

a man walking up a staircase

a table with food on it

a table with food on it

a buffet with food on the counter

a group of food containers on a table

a group of people sitting at a bar

a group of bottles of wine on a shelf

a group of bottles of alcohol on a shelf

Family & Quiet Areas

Off to the side of the downstairs dining area you’ll find a family area.  This section consists of semi-private rooms to watch TV and lounge as a group.  In the opposite direction, you’ll find a quiet room and shower area.  All the showers were occupied during my layover so I couldn’t snag a picture.  Matthew Klint’s excellent pictorial review captured a few if you’re interested.

a sign on a wall

a couch and chair in a room

a tv on a shelf

a room with a couch and a lamp
Quiet Room

a room with a television and a shelf

There’s a pretty impressive game room for the kids.  I wish my kids had been with me to hop in the race car!

a sign on a wall

a poster of two cartoon potatoes

a room with a cartoon character on the wall

a room with a table and a television

a table with foosballs and a car in a room

Directly across the center hall and through some glass doors you’ll find the business center.  If you venture just a bit further in that direction, you’ll also find a number of other quiet rooms that were completely deserted during my visit.  They’re a bit brighter, so you might need an eye mask if you’re looking to take a nap.

a glass door in a building

a glass wall with a person standing in front of a glass wall

a room with chairs and a table

a lounge chair with a lamp and a table

Another relaxing hiding spot is behind the baggage room in the corner of the lounge.  There are a now of pods with lounge chairs lining the wall.  Not a single person was in that room during my visit.

a group of barrels in a room

a chair in a corner

a room with a reception desk and chairs

The Final Two Pennies

This is truly one of the most beautiful lounges I’ve ever been in.  Lounges aren’t what “makes” the travel experience for me, but I do appreciate the chance to escape a crowded terminal.  If you do like a great lounge, you won’t be disappointed here.  Heck, even if you don’t really care about lounges, Al Mourjan is sure to impress!

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My goal in life is to fill my family’s passports with stamps, creating buckets of memories along the way. You’ll find me writing about realistic ways for normal people to travel the world, whether you’re on a budget or enjoy luxury. I also enjoy taking us on the occasional detour to explore the inner workings of the travel industry.

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