City Centre Shopping Mall - 31 min drive - 20.1 km
Katara Cultural Village - 34 min drive - 24.5 km
Getting around
Doha (DIA-Doha Intl.) - 16 min drive
Hamad Intl. Airport (DOH) - 20 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Restaurants
Joe & The Juice - 25 min drive
Harrods Tea Room - 27 min drive
Costa Coffee - 31 min drive
Fendi Caffe - 25 min drive
Starbucks - 32 min drive
About this property
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara is just 4 mi (6.4 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with Thai massages, facials, or body treatments. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a steam room. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Couples who are citizens or residents of Qatar are required to present proof of marriage at check-in when sharing a room.
This property caters to families and couples. Per property policy, Qatari women under 30 years of age must be accompanied by an adult female over 30 years of age or a male relative or husband (identification and proof of marriage required). Qatari men must be at least 18 years of age to stay alone in a guestroom.
Room layout and furnishings may differ from the photos shown.
Guests are required to present their QR health code via the EHTERAZ app at check-in.
This property is accessible via 25-minute ferry ride from Shyoukh Port to Banana Island. The ferry operates from 1-7 PM daily. Guests are limited to 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on bag per person. Guests staying 3 nights or more are limited to 2 pieces of luggage per person. Fees apply for additional luggage.
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Other information
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Waterslide
Bowling alley
Playground
What to do
Archery
Bowling alley
Kayaking
Boat
Scuba diving
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 2014
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness center
2 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Waterslide
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
LED television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Spring water bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Spa
Anantara Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include Thai massages, facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Q Lounge - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: QAR 450
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: QAR 225 (from 5 to 11 years old)
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of QAR 325 per vehicle (one way)
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests are not permitted to bring food, beverages, or Shisha onsite.
Also known as
Anantara Doha Island
Anantara Doha Island Resort
Banana Island Resort Doha Anantara
Banana Island Resort Anantara
Banana Island Doha Anantara
Banana Island Anantara
Anantara Doha Island Resort Spa
Banana Doha By Anantara Doha
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara Doha
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara Resort
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara Resort Doha
Frequently asked questions
Does Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is QAR 325 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, archery, and scuba diving. Additional recreation onsite includes bowling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara also has a waterslide and a steam room, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
Does Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a spring water bathtub.
Does Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara like?
Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara is located on the waterfront.
Popular attractions include Doha Corniche, which is 25 minutes away by car.
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9.2/10
Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Mohd Khader
Mohd Khader, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Feb 2025
Beautiful but terrible pool and service
Resort is amazing, can’t fault the island and what it offers…..two big issues however. We stayed in a 2bedroom villa with private pool…the pool was a disgrace, loose tiles lying on bottom of pool, tiles coming off all around the pool, in certain places I could put my fingers deep inside where the grout should have been and the pool was caked in mould and dirt. Considering this is a £1000+ per night resort it’s embarrassing how bad the pool was presented to us….i would go as far to say that it was dangerous for our kids. The decking around the pool was also in a shocking condition, we had to get them to screw down decking as my kids had tripped and cut their feet on it ! The staff were quick to try and resolve the issues but the problem is….it should never have been presented in that state in the first place !!! Staff in the Indian restaurant were also rude and we had terrible service on both occasions we were there….at one point we had starters, mains and desert plates on the table because they couldn’t be bothered to clear the table !!! Majority of staff were great and they couldn’t do enough for us but breakfast is another issue….everytime we went there were no tables clean and at one point I counted 7 tables that needed cleaned so either there isn’t enough tables or not enough staff. We stayed in villa 5018 so please whoever stays here next check the pool and you will see what I mean…..we enjoyed our 8 day stay but the above issues really took the shine of it for us
Mark
Mark, 8-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Amazing experience! Great experience
Sufyan
Sufyan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Dec 2024
Great place to visit for families with kids. The food was excellent and the facilities are nice. The biggest drawback was the staff - although they were friendly, they were poorly trained and didn’t know how to execute in a properly 5 star setting.
Naeem
Naeem, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
Amazing
Thank you to Aakif and all the other staff that assisted us and made our stay very pleasant
Vahid
Vahid, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Tebogo
Tebogo, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Nazifa
Nazifa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Dec 2024
Beautiful getaway from Doha. Nice resort for couples spend a couple of nights of peace. No alcohol is served. Beach is fantastic and super clean. Need improvement on food and service. Reception must be more organized.
Details of staff. Overall great experience
Demetrios
Demetrios, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec 2024
The service staff excellent. They could not do enough to insure my sisters birthday was. a successful one.
jeneveve
jeneveve, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
We loved every second of our stay at Banana! The Breakfast buffet is insane, the different restaurants on the island are so good and the staff are absolutely unreal; they’re so kind, caring and go out of their way to provide unreal service! Akif the concierge was exceptional and really looked after us!
Shakira
Shakira, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
We loved every second of our stay at Banana! The Breakfast buffet is insane, the different restaurants on the island are so good and the staff are absolutely unreal; they’re so kind, caring and go out of their way to provide unreal service. The room we had was amazing and the views and beach are breathtaking
Shakira
Shakira, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
We had an absolutely wonderful 10 day stay. Resort was amazing and the staff so helpful, attentive and friendly. Would highly recommend :-)
Robert Macleod
Robert Macleod, 10-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Best resort experience I ever had! Will definitely consider staying here in the near future. Thanks to all staff for their service and ensuring we have a joyful time in the island.
Mohammed
Mohammed, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 Nov 2024
hamad
hamad, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Nov 2024
It’s a nice place.
Wajid
Wajid, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Amazing
Amal
Amal, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 Oct 2024
Great experience, lovely people, there is a lot that can be improved. Communication with restaurant staff wasn't the best. Zero entertainment at night, nothing to do. Great place but alot of improvements needed on various fronts. Food and drinks are very expensive not worth the money you pay for what you het in return.
Jamil
Jamil, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Imran
Imran, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
Excellent.
We reached the hotel at 09.30am,checking was 3pm.
Maria at the desk was very helpful and sorted our room within 15mins.
She took us personally to our room.
Ronald was our host excellent service constant messaging asking if everything is ok.
Buggy drivers come round literally every 5/10mins offering a ride.
Very relaxing holiday.
The staff at the beach constantly greeting us ans asking if we need anything.
Qlounge was very nice.
Tne indian restaurant food menu was amazing,food was very well presented and very tasty.
America. Burger place agian excellent.
Breakfast area was amazing, tbe staff were exceptional.
So friendly,very courteous, breakfast was buffet but the variety of food and drinks they offered was exceptional.
I would rate anantara 10/10.
10 star service from staff.
saleha Ali
saleha Ali, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Hafiza
Hafiza, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
Niro, Lutfour, Arman, Oussema, Ronald, Suliman, Nithin, and Maria, are some of the amazing staff / villa hosts that were very kind helpful they go Above and beyond to make your stay memorable and comfortable, they made me feel at home
Loulwah
Loulwah, 10-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Mohammed Tahir
Mohammed Tahir, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2024
It was a great place to Stay, the service was second to none. The rooms were cleaned twice a day. Staff were amazing. The children loved the Kids club, which had soft play, cinema, Pool table, and many activities for all.
The Spa was one of the best i have used, Oud Siganature Massage was wow!
The restaurants on the island were ok 4-5/10. I did however, enjoy Al Nahham and Q lounge food. The downside is, if you have half or full board, you still have to pay for certain items on the menu with a discounted price and those items were the good items in my opinion.
The swimming pool isn't big and nor is the kids pool area. The kids pool area is very small, 10-15 kids and it will be full.
Overall i enjoyed the stay, the staff were amazing on the island from Yuni, Sachin the buggy drivers were all very freindly and caring.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
Exceeded my expectations, the staff make the experience truly special. They were what made this trip so enjoyable and all members couldn’t do enough for you.
The food at the property was very good, we tried a few things but not the Italian restaurant and everything we had we enjoyed. Resorts can be very hit and miss when it comes to food but this was good for a resort.
Once the new adventure park is opened, the kids will enjoy this once even more.
Special mention to Kay at the Indian restaurant, she took her time to explain things through and dealt with dietary requirements in her stride!
Will definitely be looking to come back here.