Accommodation Types Accommodation is available for all income levels and lifestyles with varying quality and service levels. Compared to other Middle Eastern countries, a high proportion of villa accommodation is available. Independent villas usually offer spacious floor plans, gardens and privacy. Although the benefit of compound facilities are not available, many Doha residents prefer to attend one of several luxurious private clubs for their social and leisure activities. Compound villas are plentiful and offer a variety of facilities.
Newcomers find the neighbourhood atmosphere a comfort during the first few months settling in.
There are a variety of apartment complexes available at different rental rates within Doha. Plenty of new accommodation is available and some buildings offer more facilities than others. A villa with a rental rate of QR 5,000 unfurnished might appear as a bargain beside a villa with a QR 6000 rental rate. In Qatar an unfurnished villa can be merely a shell. Any combination of air conditioners, carpets, light fixtures, curtains, wardrobes and appliances are included in a semi- furnished standard.