The Torch Doha
The Torch Doha is a hotel in Doha's Aspire district housed in a distinctive 300-meter tall tower shaped like a torch. The interior contains 167 rooms and suites with modern design, multiple restaurants on different floors, and wellness and leisure facilities including a pool and fitness center.
The building was constructed in 2006 to hold the Olympic flame for the Asian Games that year, and remains the tallest structure in Doha. It stands as a marker of Qatar's rapid urban development and commitment to sports and modernization.
The name refers to the building's torch shape, which was created to hold the Olympic flame for the 2006 Asian Games. Today, the structure stands as a symbol of Qatar's modern identity and a landmark that visitors immediately recognize.
The hotel is located about 23 kilometers from Hamad International Airport and is accessible by metro via the Al Aziziyah station on the Gold Line. Taxis and private vehicles can take you directly to the building, and proximity to the Aspire Zone with shopping and parks makes exploring the area simple.
The hotel houses the only revolving restaurant in Doha on the 47th floor, where guests can enjoy a full 360-degree view of the city while dining. The Sky Lounge on the 51st floor offers sushi and small bites with particularly striking views of the nighttime skyline.
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