Hotels near Doha Sports Stadium, Doha
Doha Sports Stadium, opened in 1962 near the Doha Corniche, holds 2,000 spectators for youth and amateur football. It sits in Old Doha, about 1 km from Al Doha Al Jadeda station on the Red Line and National Museum station on the Gold Line. The closest hotel is about 0.4 km away, an easy walk.
Getting to Doha Sports Stadium
- Doha Metro Red and Gold Lines — Al Doha Al Jadeda station (Red Line) and National Museum station (Gold Line) are each about 1 km from the stadium in a straight line.
- Hamad International Airport — About 7 km east-southeast in a straight line; reachable by taxi, or by the Red Line from Hamad International Airport T1 station to Al Doha Al Jadeda.
- Surroundings — The stadium sits in the old city, among low-rise concrete villas and next to a bus station, close to the Doha Corniche.
Questions people ask
Which hotel is closest to Doha Sports Stadium?
The closest listed hotel is about 0.4 km from the stadium, in the old city area of Doha near the Corniche.
When was Doha Sports Stadium built?
Doha Sports Stadium officially opened in 1962 and is described as the first football stadium in the Arabian Gulf region with a grass pitch. Non-professional matches had been played there since the 1950s.
What events are held at Doha Sports Stadium?
The stadium hosts youth football matches and amateur competitions, including the Asian Communities Football Tournament and the Qatar Amateur League (QAL).
How many people can Doha Sports Stadium hold?
Doha Sports Stadium has a listed capacity of 2,000 spectators and a grass pitch.