In focus:: Waldorf Astoria Lusail
Doha’s best daycay in Lusail
Set on Lusail’s only private beach, this is where days slow down in the best way. Think easy pool hours, sea breeze, and that holiday feeling from the moment you arrive.
With family pools, a full waterpark, sea-view workouts and spa time all within reach, Waldorf Astoria Lusail is made for long, unhurried days. Catch up on some work over your favourite coffee before heading to the gym for a sweaty session, or claim a lounger poolside and wander down to the beach for a barefoot walk along the water.
When your appetite arrives, you’re met with plenty of options – all with plates you’ll want to come back for.
Beach days are better here
Postcard-worthy views, golden sand, clear water and a private beachfront that feels tucked away from the city – welcome to a day that feels like an exhale. The shore is just a short wander from the pools, so you can drift from lounger to sea and back again as the day rolls on.
Three pools give you options, including two designed with kids in mind, with plenty of loungers and shaded spots in between. The result? A beach-and-pool set-up where time slows and you leave feeling refreshed – the sound of waves softly in the background included.
Surf’s up
This is where the pace picks up.
Wadi Lusail Waterpark brings in the full line-up – slides, water fountains, surfing stations and an adventure trail that keeps the day feeling playful from morning through late afternoon. It’s the spot everyone clocks as soon as they arrive, and the place kids leave with full memories.
Just steps away, the Aloha Surf Club serves steady, rideable waves for first-timers and confident regulars. Watch a few runs from the side, then join in or stay close with a front-row seat.
For the kids
Beyond the waterpark, there’s plenty happening for little and not-so-little guests.
Kunuz Kids’ and Teens’ Clubs layer the day with creative, culture-led activities – think crafts, games, and even picking up a few words of Arabic. While they’re making new friends and keeping entertained, you can treat yourself to a peaceful unwind – pool, beach, spa; the choice is yours.
Outside, the kids’ pool and play zones keep the energy going once they’ve done a few laps too many at Wadi Lusail, rounding out a day that feels just as full for them as it does for you.
All about wellness
If “day off” still includes a little movement, the fitness centre makes it feel easy. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the water, and the space is kitted out with StairMasters, treadmills, SkillMills, Smith machines, dumbbells and Technogym equipment in a bright, motivating setting.
It’s the kind of gym that makes a quick walk, a strength session or a full sweat all feel equally tempting before heading back to the pool.
When you’re ready to slow the pace, ESPA Life Spa steps in. Spread across multiple levels with hydro-thermal facilities and 19 treatment rooms and suites, the spa is designed for proper switch-off, from holistic wellness rituals to more targeted treatments.
Where family day flows
Family days feel simple here. Your Privilee Infinite membership covers infants, up to two children aged 3–16 per family and one nanny.
Between waterpark runs, kids’ pool time, clubs, beach, spa and gym, everyone can follow their own rhythm and still feel part of the same day. Arrive together, move between what you each enjoy most, then gather back at the pool or around the table, exactly where you want to be.
Plates you’ll crave
When it’s time to refuel, you’re not short on options – from quick bites between dips to slower, sit-down moments.
Bywater A Franco-American brasserie with considered comfort dishes and plates that work just as well for long lunches as they do for relaxed dinners.
Praia Beachside dining steps from the sea. Ideal for sharing plates, late-afternoon bites and “we’re not quite ready to leave yet” meals.
Wyld Erth A more wellness-leaning option, with bowls, lighter choices and feel-good favourites that sit perfectly after a workout or swim.
Peacock Alley An all-day lounge made for coffee stops, light bites and laptop time if you’re blurring the lines between work and daycay.
Please note: Discounts are not valid at Scarpetta, The Highmore, IRD, Chocolatier Jean-Marie Auboine or SushiSamba.
Privilee Infinite Member benefits
Complimentary, unlimited access, seven days a week to:
Waldorf Astoria Lusail beach, Wadi Lusail Waterpark, and indoor/outdoor pools
The Fitness Centre
The Kids’ Club
10% off dining for Privilee Members and up to three guests, at the following outlets:
Peacock Alley
20% off dining for Privilee Members and up to three guests, at the following outlets:
Bywater
Praia
Wyld Erth
Additional benefits:
20% off spa treatments at ESPA Life Spa
20% off access to Aloha Surf Club
Complimentary access for infants and up to two children (ages 3–16) per family
Complimentary access for one nanny per family (nannies may accompany but are not permitted to use the facilities)
Complimentary valet parking
Start planning
Swap your city plans for fresh sea air and a day where everyone gets their version of escape. From sharing plates, laughs, and one last swim, to a full solo retreat, this spot is made for days that feel like a holiday.
📲 Tap into the Privilee app to plan your next daycay.
