These Are the Best Overwater Bungalows in Qatar to Book in 2026

Why We Like It: Banana Island is an island paradise just off the coast of Doha which is home to Qatar’s only overwater bungalows, and one of only two overwater bungalow resorts in the Gulf region (the other being the Palm Resort in Dubai). All are three-bedroom units and cover a full 2370 sq. feet/220 sq. meters, so for sheer scale alone, they are very impressive. We find them also nicely designed, sleek, and very luxurious, as you might well expect from one of Qatar’s finest luxury resorts. Banana Island has a very highly rated spa and wellness center, commonly thought of as the country’s best, seven restaurants to choose from, and a host of leisure and sports activities both land and water-based including golf, tennis, ten-pin bowling, scuba diving, snorkeling, boating and fishing. Overwater Bungalows & Other Accommodation: They have a good range of accommodation choices all of which are spacious and luxurious. Even their cheapest rooms will be at least 500 sq. feet and display very high levels of comfort. Pride of place though of course goes to their overwater villas. They are, as mentioned, enormous with three bedrooms centered around a central living area, which has a giant TV and lounging and dining areas, leading out to a spacious, well-furnished terrace that also includes a private plunge pool. Their sleek bathrooms are noteworthy and come with especially inviting curved bathtubs. Each has also a small kitchen/kitchenette area which, though not a deal breaker of course, may disappoint somewhat we feel, especially when the rest of the villa is so bold and grand. They come with a microwave oven, fridge, and pod coffee maker. There are only 11 overwater villas in total at Banana Island and they can be booked out. If that’s the case the rest of the accommodation doesn’t have to be such a downgrade, our favorite alternative in such a case would be the ‘Two Bedroom Luxury Sea View Pool Villa’. Note: Banana Island is an alcohol-free resort. Note 2: All couples must present a marriage certificate at check-in.  Overwater Bungalow Prices: Check out all the details at Booking.com here or at Resort’s Own Website (Anantara) here. Resort Facilities & Things to Do: Among our dining options at Banana Island are Al Nahham and Azraq, both serving Arabic dishes and mezze platters, the former having nice views over the Doha skyline. For contemporary Italian there is Riva, for Indian and South Asian, the Q lounge and restaurant and for informal American comfort food try Ted’s with its funky retro decor. The island’s spa and wellness center is thought of as Qatar’s very best. It has singles and couples treatment suites, a Thai massage suite, Moroccan Deep Dive: Read the Review…