Al Bayt Stadium, Qatar
Al Bayt Stadium, Qatar is a host venue for the Qatar World Cup 2022.
The stadium has a capacity of 68,895 spectators for the 2022 World Cup. This will be reduced to 32,000 after the tournament is over. Of the eight stadiums used at the 2022 World Cup it is the second largest stadium after Lusail Stadium. Work began on the stadium in 2014 and was completed in late 2021.
The stadium, located about 50 km from the capital Doha, resembles a huge tent in the desert.
The ground was the venue for the opening match and opening ceremony.
As well as hosting several group matches, Al Bayt Stadium will also stage a Round of 16 game, a quarterfinal and a semifinal at the 2022 World Cup.
- Qatar v Ecuador, Group A, 20 November
- Morocco v Croatia, Group F, 23 November
- England v USA, Group B, 25 November
- Germany v Spain, Group E, 27 November
- Netherlands v Qatar, Group A, 29 November
- Costa Rica v Germany, Group E, 1 December
Access - Getting There
The nearest Doha Metro stop is Lusail QNB (Red Line) then shuttle buses to the stadium (25 minutes), then a 15-minute walk.
Hotels in Qatar
The Mandarin Oriental is a five-star hotel with an outdoor swimming pool and fitness center.
Located in West Bay, the Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach, is also a five-star property. Offering a beachfront stay, the luxury hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace.
Lighter on the budget is La Villa Hotel with two stars, the pleasant property is located in the heart of the Gold Souk.
For visitors in transit at Hamad International Airport, the Oryx Airport Hotel has both a pool and spa facilities.
The three star Premier Inn Doha Education City has 219 fully air-conditioned rooms and an all-day restaurant.
South of Doha on the coast is the Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort which boasts 2-bedroom chalets as well as 3 and 4-bedroom villas with private pools, right on the beach.
Al Khor, north of Doha, also has some wonderful places to stay. Try the opulent Al Sultan Beach Resort with its own private beach and outdoor pool.
Another beach resort hotel is the Simaisma in Sumaysimah, 33 km from Doha. Facilities include an outdoor pool, tennis court and private beach.
Read more on accommodation in Qatar.
Map of Qatar World Cup Stadiums
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