Remarkable Settings for Meetings in Doha

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Grand architecture, a waterfront setting and a breathtaking view of the Doha skyline create a remarkable setting for meetings and business events at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha. With more than 12,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor function space, including a garden and ballrooms, each venue can be customized to accommodate board meetings, conferences, seminars, training and galas. Using audiovisual technology, catering, décor and setup, meeting planners can work with the resort’s experts to bring any agenda or theme to life.

7

Event Rooms

4855 SQ MT

Total Event Space

2500

Capacity Largest Space

6

Breakout Rooms

Events

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Meetings & Events

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Environmental Responsibility

Meetings and events at The Ritz-Carlton are carefully designed to create an unparalleled guest experience while protecting our natural resources. Together with our property-based Ritz-Carlton Environmental Action Conservation Teams (REACT) you and your attendees can support our efforts to reduce our environmental imprint and make a meaningful difference. Within our hotels, we reduce energy and water usage, offer a linen and terry reuse program, and utilize environmentally preferable cleaning products. Our meeting venues support a sustainable future by offering recycled paper products and pens, water service options, organic and local food and sustainable seafood options.

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Impact Experiences

A memorable and enriching stay can extend well beyond our hotels. That’s why The Ritz-Carlton proudly offers Impact Experiences, providing inspiring opportunities for our guests to contribute to the local community. Impact Experiences are compelling social and environmental impact activities where there is one constant – each program makes a lasting and authentic difference. Additionally, Signature Impact Experiences invite our group guests to take part in an off-site volunteer activity, unique to the destination. Impact Experiences offers on-property activities that can be incorporated into the conference agenda during lunch breaks, receptions and coffee breaks.

Green Setup

Impact Experiences offers on-property activities that can be incorporated into the conference agenda during lunch breaks, receptions and coffee breaks, including:

 

  • Partnering with the hotel’s culinary team to prepare the ingredients for a regionally adapted dish for donation to a local hunger relief organization

  • Assembling school supplies and art materials in backpacks for donation to students whose academic success is threatened by poverty

  • Collaborating in teams to assemble emergency preparedness kits for shipping to a disaster relief facility or community organization

  • Designing and creating greetings and birthday cards for children in a local pediatric healthcare facility or children’s organization

  • Impact Hour is a platform for leaders from The Ritz-Carlton Community Footprints partner organizations to showcase how they are successfully addressing social and environmental issues.

Build an Affection Garden for the Step by Step school, which serves children with special needs, by planting donated mandarin-orange trees. Group guests can learn along with students and school staff how to plant the trees — from which the students can harvest fruit in just a few months.

 

Please contact your meetings and special events professional for details on how Impact Experiences can be matched to your group.

WEDDINGS

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Weddings & Occasions

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Dream weddings don't just happen, they're planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners are trained to help. After completing demanding coursework, each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner is qualified to coordinate weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Relying on experience, training, tradition and old-fashioned intuition, Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can help you determine an overall vision for your wedding and help you execute each detail. That includes setting an event budget; deciding on a menu; arranging table settings; and finding florists, photographers, a band and other entertainment for the big day.
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Wedding Venues

Distinctive Décor and Style

While every wedding is uniquely special, a celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha is exceptional and deeply rooted in traditions. Located where the desert meets the sea, guests are greeted with soothing waterfront views and the ultra-modern skyline of Doha - the perfect wedding venue for luxury and elegance. Picture a breathtaking ballroom ornate with silk wall coverings and arched ceilings, blending timeless Qatari architecture with modern design. Imagine the elegant outdoor Royal Arena or manicured gardens of Dana Green, boasting the most glamorous wedding halls in Doha. Uniting our long tradition of hospitality with an incomparable reflection of personal style, our wedding consultants will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of your needs and celebrate the beginning of your new life with elegance and genuine warmth.

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What does The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha provide for weddings and receptions?

 

  • The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha provides all food and beverages, banqueting tables and chairs, linens, silverware, china, glassware, staging and a dance floor for your event. The rental of a ceremony location includes stage set up and banqueting. An event expert will be readily available to greet and assist your guests.

 

What additional services or items can The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha provide for my event?

 

  • The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha can recommend a wide range of specialty items and services to help personalize your event, due to the specific nature of traditional Arabic weddings we can arrange customized koshas and stages, Arabic menus, traditional Qatari dance shows, and private ladies entrance. All the above services may be obtained for a nominal rental fee. We can also assist you with welcome baskets, bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts and a variety of other special amenities to help add that personal touch to your wedding. Fees for the above-mentioned items vary.

 

How do I arrange flowers?

 

  • Our resident floral designers will be delighted to create seasonal arrangements, centerpieces, bouquets, headdresses and corsages. We can also create special themes and matching décor for your event setting.

 

What is required by the State of Qatar or the city of Doha for a legal wedding ceremony?

 

  • No wedding ceremonies can be conducted on the property as they will not be legally binding. However, we will be happy to host your wedding reception. For a legal Islamic marriage, the actual marriage contract needs to be conducted by a legal or religious representative in the court. The bride is asked in the absence of the prospective groom if she agrees to the marriage and this question is then put to the groom. After the agreement, the groom joins hands with his future father-in-law and, with two witnesses present the marriage becomes official. It is not common for expatriates to get married in Qatar. Christian churches are not officially sanctioned in Qatar, although there is a resident Chaplain and a resident Roman Catholic priest. Expatriate workers can be married provided they meet the civil and religious requirements of their home country. Certain embassies and consulate staff can perform civil marriage ceremonies, again provided that certain requirements are met. Kindly contact your embassy for more details.

 

What do I need to know before contacting the hotel?

 

  • You should know the estimated number of guests, a date, and an approximate budget for your event. If possible, select a few alternate dates, in the event your first choice is not available.

 

How far in advance should I reserve the date?

 

  • To avoid disappointment, we recommend reserving 12-15 months in advance; however, we may, on occasion, accommodate shorter or longer notice. In Qatar, the wedding seasons are typically January - mid-June and September - December.

 

What is the average cost per person for food and beverage for my wedding reception at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha?

 

  • Based on our current banquet menus, you may expect to spend an average QR 340 per person for dinner and soft drinks. Kindly be advised that our menu items and pricing are subject to change and are guaranteed 90 days in advance. Your final menu pricing will be based on your actual selections.

 

What are the deposits based on and when are they due?

 

  • A deposit of QR 10,000 is required to secure your reservation. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The estimated final balance is due thirty business days prior to your event.

 

When do I need to tell The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha how many guests will be attending my wedding reception?

 

  • The catering department must be notified of the exact number of guests attending the function at least 14 days prior to the date of the event. This will be considered a guarantee, for which you will be charged, even if fewer guests attend the function.

 

What are the cancellation policies?

 

  • In the unfortunate situation that an event must be canceled, the deposit shall be retained as a cancellation fee, depending on how far in advance the event is canceled. Guest room cancellations follow standard room cancellation policies. Kindly contact our catering department for further details.

 

What local laws affect the events at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha?

 

  • Our event experts will work with you or your wedding consultant to reserve your dates, plan the schedule of events, and coordinate all food and beverage details from the wine list recommendations to arranging your menu tasting and design. We will also work together to oversee the reception and assist with every aspect of your wedding experience at the hotel.

 

Any other suggestions for planning my wedding?

 

  • Create your own wedding binder by clipping pictures from bridal magazines and making notes on what you have liked at other weddings. This will help you select your flowers, cake, room décor and other special touches to make your wedding uniquely yours.

 

May I hold my ceremony and/or reception outside?

 

  • The reception may be held outside amongst the landscaped terrace gardens set within a myriad of palm trees and water features.We also provide outdoor catering in the venue of your choice, whether it is your home, garden or private marquee.
May I take wedding pictures at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha if my wedding is to be held elsewhere?

 

  • We reserve photography privileges for couples whose weddings or receptions are held at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha. For the wedding parties hosting an event here, there are a number of areas at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha that provide a beautiful backdrop for your event pictures.

 

What kind of music is available?

 

  • The on-site event expert can help you select the perfect musical accompaniment. Choices include an oud player, Arabic bands, a harpist, a pianist, classical duos, jazz or a DJ.

 

Can The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha arrange transportation for my guests?

 

  • At your request, the concierge can arrange local transportation for you or your visiting guests.

 

Are the Salon and beauty services available at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha?

 

  • Located in The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha, the hair salon offers expert hairstyling and beauty services including intricate henna designs. You may also wish to reserve a soothing massage or invigorating spa treatment, to ensure you look and feel you’re best on your wedding day.
How do I select the food for my reception?

 

  • Our culinary brigade prides itself on originality and offers an imaginative selection of menus to choose from. Or, we can custom-design a menu for you, along with your preference for beverages.

 

I/my guests have special dietary requirements, what are the options?

 

  • We are delighted to offer a selection of cuisines for any dietary requirements. Kindly consult your event expert for more details.

 

Can The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha provide my wedding cake?

 

  • Our talented resident pastry chef will ensure your new life together gets off to a sweet start. Choose from our imaginative wedding cakes and patisseries or customize your own creative temptations. If you have a photograph of a specially designed cake, we will be delighted to prepare that cake for you.

 

May I bring an outside caterer?

 

  • All events at The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha are catered by our exceptional culinary staff. However, you may choose to have your wedding cake prepared by an outside vendor.

 

May I use outside vendors?

 

  • You may use outside vendors for your music, wedding cake and flowers. Due to the specific nature of traditional Arabic weddings, outside contractors may also be used for staging and the provision of special colors, patterns or designer linens and adornments.

 

Are there any guidelines or requirements for using outside vendors?

 

  • A deposit of QR 10,000 will be required from the outside contractor to cover any damages caused to The Ritz-Carlton Sharq Village, Doha. A copy of the subcontractor’s contract should be given to the client, signed by the subcontractor before the subcontractor enters the hotel. The subcontractor’s contract should be presented to the event expert before any planning or negotiation.

 

Do you have a list of preferred vendors?

 

  • At your request, our event expert can provide a listing of recommended vendors for all your wedding requirements, from decoration suppliers to entertainment.
Wedding
Packages

Spend your day creating memories and leave all the details to us. Our wedding team specializes in crafting enchanting packages that ensure you’ll have the most captivating experience imaginable.

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Al Sombok Ballroom

Celebrate your wedding in style in the Al Sombok Ballroom. Allowing you to accommodate up to 150 guests, this ballroom is a perfect blend of local heritage and modern flexibility. The two breakout rooms can also allow smaller functions of up to 50 guests. Discover our special offer for Al Sombok. Please contact our wedding experts and let us take care of the details. +974 4425 6666

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Al Dasha Ballroom

Plan a luxury wedding in the Al Dasha Ballroom. Allowing you to accommodate up to 250 guests, this ballroom is a perfect blend of local heritage and modern flexibility. The two breakout rooms can also allow smaller functions of up to 80 guests. Discover our special offer for Al Dasha. Please contact our wedding experts and let us take care of the details. +974 4425 6666

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Al Dana Garden

Celebrate a magnificent wedding outdoors at the Al Dana Garden. Allowing you to welcome up to 1,200 guests, the Al Dana garden is an extensive outdoor venue that will make your special day exceptional. The wedding of your dreams with table service, flowers and a family-friendly setup is just one step away. Note that the decorations are not included in the package. +974 4425 6666

From 80 to 150 guests (round tables)

 

Organize a dream wedding with this offer including:

 

  • One-night stay in a Deluxe Resort View Room

  • In-room wedding amenities, romantic set-up and romantic dinner on the wedding night

  • In-room breakfast on the wedding day

  • Make-up room

  • Welcome reception with coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages

  • Wide selection of international and Qatari delicacies by our exceptional Chefs

  • Coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages throughout the event
From 150 to 250 guests (round tables)

 

Organize a dream wedding with this offer including:

 

  • One-night stay in a Suite with Resort View

  • In-room wedding amenities, romantic set-up and romantic dinner on the wedding night

  • In-room breakfast on the wedding day

  • Make-up room

  • Welcome reception with coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages

  • Wide selection of international and Qatari delicacies by our exceptional Chefs

  • Coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages throughout the event
From 300 to 1,200 guests (round tables, table service)

 

Organize a dream wedding with this offer including:

 

  • One-night stay in a Suite with Resort View

  • In-room wedding amenities, romantic set-up and romantic dinner on the wedding night

  • In-room breakfast on the wedding day

  • Make-up room

  • Welcome reception with coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages

  • Wide selection of international and Qatari delicacies by our exceptional Chefs

  • Coffee, tea, juices and soft beverages throughout the event
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.ft) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Al Dasha Ballroom 85.3x55.8x21.7 4757.7 380 180 64 75 350 300
Al Dasha 1 42.7x27.9x21.7 1189.4 180 75 35 40 200 100
Al Dasha 2 42.7x27.9x21.7 1189.4 180 75 35 40 200 100
Al Sonbok Ballroom 75.5x49.2x17.4 3713.6 300 130 48 50 320 200
Al Sonbok 1 37.7x24.6x21.7 928.4 140 50 24 25 150 50
Al Sonbok 2 41x49.2x21.7 2018.2 140 50 24 25 150 50
Al Hory 1 32.8x19.7x13.1 645.8 - - 20 - - -
Al Hory 2 18x18x9.8 325.6 - - - - - -
Al Qareb 1 32.8x32.8x9.8 1076.4 40 30 20 25 50 50
Al Qareb 2 62.3x23x13.1 1916 60 50 30 30 60 50
Al Dana Garden (outdoor) -x-x- 39826.8 - - - - 2500 1700
Al Dasha Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
85.3x55.8x21.7
Area (sq.ft)
4757.7
Theater
380
Schoolroom
180
Conference
64
U-Shape
75
Reception
350
Banquet
300
Al Dasha 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
42.7x27.9x21.7
Area (sq.ft)
1189.4
Theater
180
Schoolroom
75
Conference
35
U-Shape
40
Reception
200
Banquet
100
Al Dasha 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
42.7x27.9x21.7
Area (sq.ft)
1189.4
Theater
180
Schoolroom
75
Conference
35
U-Shape
40
Reception
200
Banquet
100
Al Sonbok Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
75.5x49.2x17.4
Area (sq.ft)
3713.6
Theater
300
Schoolroom
130
Conference
48
U-Shape
50
Reception
320
Banquet
200
Al Sonbok 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
37.7x24.6x21.7
Area (sq.ft)
928.4
Theater
140
Schoolroom
50
Conference
24
U-Shape
25
Reception
150
Banquet
50
Al Sonbok 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
41x49.2x21.7
Area (sq.ft)
2018.2
Theater
140
Schoolroom
50
Conference
24
U-Shape
25
Reception
150
Banquet
50
Al Hory 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
32.8x19.7x13.1
Area (sq.ft)
645.8
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
20
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Al Hory 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
18x18x9.8
Area (sq.ft)
325.6
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Al Qareb 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
32.8x32.8x9.8
Area (sq.ft)
1076.4
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
20
U-Shape
25
Reception
50
Banquet
50
Al Qareb 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
62.3x23x13.1
Area (sq.ft)
1916
Theater
60
Schoolroom
50
Conference
30
U-Shape
30
Reception
60
Banquet
50
Al Dana Garden (outdoor)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
-x-x-
Area (sq.ft)
39826.8
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
2500
Banquet
1700
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.mt) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Al Dasha Ballroom 26x17x6.6 442 380 180 64 75 350 300
Al Dasha 1 13x8.5x6.6 110.5 180 75 35 40 200 100
Al Dasha 2 13x8.5x6.6 110.5 180 75 35 40 200 100
Al Sonbok Ballroom 23x15x5.3 345 300 130 48 50 320 200
Al Sonbok 1 11.5x7.5x6.6 86.25 140 50 24 25 150 50
Al Sonbok 2 12.5x15x6.6 187.5 140 50 24 25 150 50
Al Hory 1 10x6x4 60 - - 20 - - -
Al Hory 2 5.5x5.5x3 30.25 - - - - - -
Al Qareb 1 10x10x3 100 40 30 20 25 50 50
Al Qareb 2 19x7x4 178 60 50 30 30 60 50
Al Dana Garden (outdoor) -x-x- 3700 - - - - 2500 1700
Al Dasha Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
26x17x6.6
Area (sq.mt)
442
Theater
380
Schoolroom
180
Conference
64
U-Shape
75
Reception
350
Banquet
300
Al Dasha 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
13x8.5x6.6
Area (sq.mt)
110.5
Theater
180
Schoolroom
75
Conference
35
U-Shape
40
Reception
200
Banquet
100
Al Dasha 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
13x8.5x6.6
Area (sq.mt)
110.5
Theater
180
Schoolroom
75
Conference
35
U-Shape
40
Reception
200
Banquet
100
Al Sonbok Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
23x15x5.3
Area (sq.mt)
345
Theater
300
Schoolroom
130
Conference
48
U-Shape
50
Reception
320
Banquet
200
Al Sonbok 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.5x7.5x6.6
Area (sq.mt)
86.25
Theater
140
Schoolroom
50
Conference
24
U-Shape
25
Reception
150
Banquet
50
Al Sonbok 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.5x15x6.6
Area (sq.mt)
187.5
Theater
140
Schoolroom
50
Conference
24
U-Shape
25
Reception
150
Banquet
50
Al Hory 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
10x6x4
Area (sq.mt)
60
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
20
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Al Hory 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.5x5.5x3
Area (sq.mt)
30.25
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Al Qareb 1
Dimensions (LxWxH)
10x10x3
Area (sq.mt)
100
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
20
U-Shape
25
Reception
50
Banquet
50
Al Qareb 2
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19x7x4
Area (sq.mt)
178
Theater
60
Schoolroom
50
Conference
30
U-Shape
30
Reception
60
Banquet
50
Al Dana Garden (outdoor)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
-x-x-
Area (sq.mt)
3700
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
2500
Banquet
1700
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Audio-Visual Equipment
  • AV Technician
  • LCD Panel
  • LCD Projector
  • Microphone
  • Overhead Projector
  • PA System
  • TV
  • TV Production Service Provider
  • Teleconferencing
  • Videoconferencing
  • Walkie Talkies
  • Wired Internet
  • Wireless Internet
Event Services
  • Carpenter
  • Certified Meeting Planner
  • Decorator
  • Electrician
  • Event Lighting
  • Locksmith
  • Message Service
  • Photographer
  • Registration Service
  • Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
  • Direction Signs
  • Easels
  • Flip Chart & Markers
  • Installed Stage
  • Lobby Bulletin Board
  • Name Cards
  • Pens / Pencils / Notepad
  • Podium Lectern
  • Portable Stage
  • Spotlights
  • Stack Chairs
  • Tables
  • Wall Charts
Business Services
  • Computers
  • Copy Service
  • Fax Service
  • On-Site Business Center is Staffed
  • Overnight Delivery/Pickup
  • Post/Parcel
  • Printers
Catering Services
  • Afternoon Break:ر.ق100.00 / Person
  • Coffee Break:ر.ق95.00 / Person
  • Continental Breakfast:ر.ق100.00 / Person
  • Dinner:ر.ق350.00 / Person
  • Full Breakfast:ر.ق200.00 / Person
  • Lunch:ر.ق280.00 / Person
  • Reception:ر.ق250.00 / Person