City Center Doha Mall

City Center Doha Mall
سيتي سنتر الدوحة مول
LocationDoha, Qatar
Coordinates25°19′30″N 51°31′49″E / 25.3249°N 51.5304°E / 25.3249; 51.5304
Opening date2001
OwnerAamal Company Q.P.S.C.
Stores and services350
Floor area120,000 square metres (1,300,000 ft2)
Websitecitycenterdoha.com

City Center Doha Mall (Arabic: سيتي سنتر الدوحة مول) is a major shopping, leisure, and entertainment complex in Doha, Qatar.[1] It is one of the country’s oldest malls[2], located in the West Bay business district and is one of the largest malls in Qatar.[3] It is owned by Aamal Company Q.P.S.C. and managed in part through a joint venture under Aamal‑ECE. As of 2021, there are around 260 stores in Doha City Center.[4]

History

Construction of the mall began in the late 1990s, and it officially opened to the public in 2001. At the time of its opening, it was reported to be the largest shopping complex in Qatar and one of the largest in the Gulf region. Over the following years, the mall underwent several development phases. In 2015, a QAR 300 million renovation plan was announced, which included architectural modifications, changes to internal circulation, interior updates, and the expansion of anchor tenant spaces.[5]

In December 2021, the mall marked its 20th anniversary. It was furnished with major upgrades, including Soho Square, an open-air section that includes restaurants, a fountain, and a landscaped pedestrian area. The project also added more than 50 retail outlets and included renovations to the food court.[6]

Design and facilities

City Center Doha spans five levels and has a total built-up area of approximately 300,000 square meters, including over 120,000 square meters of gross leasable area. The mall contains more than 370 retail outlets, including local and international brands in fashion, electronics, cosmetics, and home goods. Its design includes skylights, wide corridors, and atriums.

The mall includes a 14-screen Cineco cinema, family entertainment facilities, a Carrefour hypermarket, and food courts with more than 38 dining outlets. Additional services include banking facilities, currency exchange services, tailoring, shoe repair, and car rental counters. The mall also hosts seasonal events during public holidays such as Eid and National Day.[7]

Stores

City Center Doha Mall features over 350 international and local brands, including a major Carrefour hypermarket and department stores like Debenhams. The mall's wide array of stores covers fashion, home goods, electronics, and beauty, catering to a range of budgets.

Fashion

The mall offers a diverse selection of apparel stores, including:

  • International chains: H&M, Levi's, Mango, Tommy Hilfiger, and Calvin Klein.
  • Regional and local retailers: Splash, LC Waikiki, Max Fashion, Red Tag, and Brands For Less.
  • Accessories and footwear: Aldo, Charles & Keith, Claire's, Crocs, and Shoe Mart.

Health and beauty

For health and beauty needs, City Center features brands like:

Electronics and services

  • Electronics: Stores like Jumbo Electronics, Samsung, and Starlink offer a variety of tech products, including electronics, mobile devices, and accessories.
  • Services: Other convenient services include watch and shoe repair shops, travel agencies, a courier service, banks, and ATMs.

See also

References

  1. ^ Diab, Ola (20 September 2023). "City Center Doha: The Center of Shopping in Qatar". Marhaba Qatar. Retrieved 6 February 2025.
  2. ^ "Spirit at Doha's City Center Mall". Doha News. 18 October 2022. Retrieved 6 February 2025. City Center opened in 2001 and was one of the first shopping malls in Doha.
  3. ^ "Al-Khaliji opens new branch at Doha city center". Arab News. 7 December 2013. Retrieved 6 February 2025. The City Center Mall is located in the West Bay area and is one of the largest malls in Qatar.
  4. ^ Baluyut, Joelyn (14 December 2021). "City Center Doha marks 20th anniversary". The Peninsula. Retrieved 6 February 2025.
  5. ^ https://dohanews.co/city-center-plans-qr300-million-upgrade-to-compete-with-new-malls/
  6. ^ https://marhaba.qa/city-center-doha-celebrates-20th-anniversary/
  7. ^ https://marhaba.qa/city-center-doha-the-centre-of-shopping-in-qatar/