WM: From 76 to 830 euros per night in Qatar

A few days ago, the Organizing Committee of the 2022 World Cup presented the accommodation plan for the tourists who are expected in the small Middle East country for the tournament that will be held at the end of the year.

From November 21st to December 18th, 1,200,000 visitors from all over the world are expected during the tournament. Approximately 2,000,000 tickets will be available to the public (out of a total of 3,100,000) and more than 800,000 have found an owner in the first sales phase. In February alone, 17,000,000 applications for a “magic wand” were made.

To travel to the country at this time, a ticket is required, as explained by Omar al-Jaber, Executive Director of Accommodation, on behalf of the organizing committee. Fans must first purchase a ticket and can then book accommodation and obtain a special visa (Haya card) to gain access to the stadiums and fan zones, as well as free travel.

From iron bed to cruise ship

FIFA has closed 130,000 hotels and apartments for the tournament, as have MSC Poesia and MSC World Europa, two cruise ships currently docked in the Port of Doha and operating as hotels.

According to Al Jaber, prices start from 76 euros a night at Barahat al Janub, a housing project built in the town of Al Wakra to accommodate the World Cup’s low-wage workers. With this money, a tourist can book a room with an iron bed, a shower area, but a shared kitchen, however, he is not allowed to drink alcohol as it is forbidden in this area.

From there, prices increase based on region and demand, as Al Jaber explained, warning that the earlier you book your stay, the cheaper the prices.

The options for a cabin of the 4,000 total on the two cruise ships are relatively inexpensive, with prices starting at €160 and reaching double that for some suites.

The most expensive accommodation options are currently the luxury villas near Doha “Al Khalifa”, which reach up to 830 euros per night.