Hotels near Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena (ABHA Arena), Doha
Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena (ABHA Arena) is a 7,700-seat indoor arena in Fereej Al Soudan, about 4 km west of Msheireb. Al Sudan station on the Doha Metro Gold Line is under 1 km away, close to Jassim bin Hamad Stadium. Staying nearby suits handball, boxing or judo visitors, with Msheireb four stops away on the Gold Line.
Getting to Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena (ABHA Arena)
- Doha Metro Gold Line to Al Sudan — Al Sudan station on the Gold Line is close to the arena. From Msheireb, where the Red, Green and Gold lines meet, it is four stops: Bin Mahmoud, Al Sadd, Joaan, Al Sudan.
- Hamad International Airport — The airport is south-east of the arena. By metro, take the Red Line from the airport to Msheireb, then change to the Gold Line towards Al Aziziyah and ride to Al Sudan.
- Fereej Al Soudan at night — The district sits next to Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, the home ground of Al Sadd SC. Check last-train times before a late event.
Questions people ask
Which hotel is closest to Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena (ABHA Arena)?
The closest hotels are in the surrounding Fereej Al Soudan and Al Sadd area, around Al Sudan metro station. The hotel list below shows each property's distance from the arena.
What events can I watch at ABHA Arena?
The arena has hosted the 2015 World Men's Handball Championship, the 2015 AIBA World Boxing Championships, the 2023 World Judo Championships and a UFC Fight Night in November 2025. It is also the home venue of the Al Sadd handball team.
How do I get to ABHA Arena from central Doha?
Take the Doha Metro Gold Line to Al Sudan station, which is close to the arena. From Msheireb it is four stops, via Bin Mahmoud, Al Sadd and Joaan.
Who is based at ABHA Arena?
After the 2015 World Men's Handball Championship, management passed to Al Sadd Sports Club. The arena became the home venue of the Al Sadd handball team.