Qetaifan Projects develops master-planned waterfront communities in Qatar, led by Qetaifan Island North in Lusail. Its model combines residential and mixed-use real estate, hospitality, retail, entertainment, waterpark and leisure assets, serving residents, investors, visitors and hotel guests through destination development.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosque Twenty-SevenQetaifan Island North, Lusail | 9.6/ 10 | 9.5/ 10 | 9.6/ 10 |
The largest dated review base available by the research cutoff is the 4.8/5 aggregate from 228 reviews, which converts to 9.4/10 under the stated curve. Repeated praise for the building’s architecture, calm atmosphere, cleanliness and upkeep supports a modest upward adjustment, while the two isolated minor reservations do not materially reduce the result. The evidence is visitor-based mosque feedback rather than a residential-tenancy review record, so the score should not be read as a resident-year management score. | Not found in sources: No leak reports published · No plumbing complaints published · No HVAC complaints published · No electrical complaints published · No lift or structural-failure reports published | Not found in sources: No recurring management-delay complaint found · No recurring security complaint found · No recurring amenity complaint found | |
The reviews describe the asset as a “stunning, modern mosque,” “well-maintained” and “spacious,” while another calls it an “architectural masterpiece.” The developer describes a 3,500 sqm gross floor area and says it was built with high-quality materials; however, no review-derived scores or recurring reports specifically address plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, waterproofing or structural failures, so those systems remain unevidenced rather than positively verified. | Daily-use feedback is strongly positive: one reviewer reported “Clean, good smell, and cooperative staff,” with plenty of parking, wheelchair access and comfortable ladies’ facilities; another called the mosque “quiet and well kept.” The only identifiable drawbacks were one visitor’s uncertainty about dedicated or basement parking and a note that “not many people” were around, neither of which is recurring or severe. | ||
| Azure Beach ClubQetaifan Island North, Lusail | 7.9/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.8/ 10 |
Google Reviews/Maps provides the largest published review base, at 4.2/5 from 311 reviews; using the specified curve, that sets a 7.6/10 guest-experience anchor. The smaller Local Guides World and Platinumlist aggregates cannot overturn it, and the written feedback is mostly positive, with no serious or recurring failure reported. This is a guest-venue score, not evidence of residential living quality or structural performance. | Not found in sources: No structural complaints published · No plumbing complaints published · No HVAC complaints published · No electrical complaints published · No leak or waterproofing complaints published | Not found in sources: Limited published resident evidence · No management-performance commentary | |
no notes returned no links returned | Published guest feedback is largely favorable: reviewers describe “good food and friendly staff,” “service was smooth,” and a “calm and relaxing” pool-and-beach setting. The main operational criticism was that “all the ‘better seats’ were reserved” and guests had to go to the bar themselves; the Google review summary also records “welcoming staff” as a recurring phrase, while the venue is clearly reviewed as a short-stay beach club rather than a residential building. | ||
| Qetaifan Island North – Phase 1Qetaifan Island North, Lusail | 7.8/ 10 | —/ 10 | 5.1/ 10 ALL / Accor 7.8/10 · 340 reviews · all.accor.com ALL / Accor 7/10 · 1,988 reviews · all.accor.com ALL / Accor 7.5/10 · 631 reviews · all.accor.com ALL / Accor 7.1/10 · 381 reviews · all.accor.com Combined from 4 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 5.1. |
The largest directly building-specific review base is ALL / Accor's 4.2/5 from 1,435 guests, which converts to 7.6/10 under the supplied curve and sets the level. Repeated praise concerns leisure amenities and the waterpark, supporting a modest upward adjustment, but the evidence is guest-led and the residential Phase 1 layer is still under construction with first handovers cited from 2027, so this is not a settled resident-year score. | Not found in sources: No resident-year evidence · No engineering review evidence · No published systems-maintenance review | ||
Published material does not provide a resident-facing engineering or systems assessment for Phase 1 homes. The available place review says the destination is modern in its “infrastructure of roads” and “security means,” while another says it was “Under construction”; current area reporting states that the residential layer remains under construction and first handovers are cited from 2027, so no structure score is supportable as of 2026-10-09. | Guest reviews describe a strong leisure experience: one called it “the best water park Ive ever visited,” and another praised “lovely smiling and interactive staff”; the Google place aggregate for the waterpark project is 4.7/5 from 19 reviews. The counter-evidence is operational rather than residential: a reviewer reported the promenade was “dirty” with “stench,” while hotel guests cited elevator access and delayed check-in; the island is still a resort-led build-out rather than an established resident community. | ||
| Majra AlsailQetaifan Island North, Lusail | 7.1/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.0/ 10 |
The only published aggregate located for the specific Majra Alsail place is 4.1/5 from 117 reviews, which converts to 7.3/10 under the supplied curve and sets the level. The dated review excerpts available by 2026-10-09 are mostly positive but include repeated facility and unfinished-maintenance complaints, so the reported overall score is adjusted to 7.0; no residential structural score is supportable because the evidence is for a public park, not a building. | Not found in sources: No published building-systems evidence | ||
The published material concerns Majra Alsail Park rather than a residential tower and provides no evidence about framework integrity, plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, leaks or waterproofing. Operationally, reviewers described “clean walkways, and well-maintained plants,” but also reported that the site was “still under maintenance” and that bathrooms were only partially accessible; these observations are about the public realm, not the building fabric. | Reviews describe a “very quiet park, perfect for walking and relaxing,” with safe children's play and attractive water views. The main operational complaints are that “the toilets are always closed,” basic refreshments and shops are absent, and some areas were unfinished or still under maintenance; the official project page describes the place as a waterfront community park with family amenities, but does not provide resident-management reviews. | ||
| Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island NorthQetaifan Island North, Lusail335 units | 7.0/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.2/ 10 Booking.com 7.9/10, 8.2/10, 8.2/10, 8.4/10, 7.2/10, 8.3/10, 7.8/10 · 432 reviews · booking.com Combined from 7 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.2. |
The Accor aggregate of 4.2/5 from 1,435 guest reviews is the largest review base and converts to 7.0/10, so it sets the level. Booking.com provides a materially lower secondary signal, while the reported recurring praise and operational complaints largely offset within the permitted commentary adjustment. No structure score is assigned because the published evidence contains observations but no structure-specific aggregate rating. | |||
Published guest material contains limited direct evidence about the physical asset rather than an engineering assessment. One review says the elevator was “not operating in different floors,” and another says “the maintenance around the property should be paid a bit more attention”; a longer guest account also reported a broken children’s-pool heater and a closed family pool. These are guest observations, not verified structural defects, and no building-fabric rating was published. | The daily experience is strongly family-oriented: guests repeatedly praise the waterpark, facilities and individual staff, including “Superb service” and “incredible hospitality.” Operations are uneven, however: published reviews mention “crowded and slow moving reception,” delayed room availability, a buffet that was “very underwhelming,” and dining areas where “many were not clean.” |
Qetaifan Projects is fully owned by Katara Hospitality, which is described as a Qatar-based hotel owner, developer and operator.
Rixos signed an MoU to manage and operate the hotels, souq, waterpark and beach club at Qetaifan Island North.
WhiteWater contracted to manufacture, ship and install the waterpark rides.
Aplomado partnered with Qetaifan Projects and Fenton Whelan on a QAR634 million development comprising a British healthcare facility and adjoining private school.
Fenton Whelan partnered with Qetaifan Projects and Aplomado on the British healthcare and education development on Qetaifan Island North.
UK Export Finance provided an export-credit loan to assist procurement and logistics for the Aplomado-Fenton Whelan development.
International Hospitals Group advised the partnership on identifying the operating partner for the healthcare facility.
Dar Al Arkan and Qetaifan Projects developed Les Vagues, a premium residential and lifestyle project on Qetaifan Island North.
ELIE SAAB collaborated on the Les Vagues residential project, providing the branded interiors and lifestyle design.
Zaha Hadid Architects designed multi-use buildings for plots on the southern waterfront of Qetaifan Island North.
JMJ Holding Group led the development of the multi-use buildings as development partner in the Zaha Hadid Architects agreement.
HBJ is described as a strategic partner supporting integrated facilities management, construction delivery and infrastructure development on Qetaifan Island North.
Redco Construction - Al Mana was identified as main contractor for the Qetaifan Island North Phase 1 water park.
Atkins was identified in the launch announcement as the design and engineering partner for Qetaifan Island North.
Qatar Airways participated with Katara Hospitality, Qetaifan Projects and tourism authorities in tourism MOUs intended to promote Qatar and support destination development.
It is fully owned by Katara Hospitality; a leading global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar.
It is fully owned by Katara Hospitality; a leading global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar.
Qetaifan Projects Company ... signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rixos Hotels to manage and operate the hotels, the souq, the water park and the beach club in Qetaifan Island North.
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rixos Hotels to manage and operate the hotels, the souq, the water park and the beach club in Qetaifan Island North.
Construction for the buildings ... will be led by JMJ Properties as the development partner.
Construction for the buildings ... will be led by JMJ Properties as the development partner.
As a strategic partner of Qetaifan Projects, HBJ reinforces its standing as a trusted leader in integrated facilities management and construction delivery.
As a strategic partner of Qetaifan Projects, HBJ reinforces its standing as a trusted leader in integrated facilities management and construction delivery.
MAIN CONTRACTOR Redco Construction - Al Mana
MAIN CONTRACTOR Redco Construction - Al Mana
The announcement came during a signing ceremony between Katara Hospitality and Atkins, one of the world’s most respected design, engineering an
The announcement came during a signing ceremony between Katara Hospitality and Atkins, one of the world’s most respected design, engineering an
Katara Hospitality, ... in collaboration with Qatar National Tourism Council, Qatar Airways, Rixos Hotels, Qetaifan Projects and Discover Qatar, signed number of Memorandums Of Understanding with international tour operators aimed at activating tourism in the State of Qatar
Katara Hospitality, ... in collaboration with Qatar National Tourism Council, Qatar Airways, Rixos Hotels, Qetaifan Projects and Discover Qatar, signed number of Memorandums Of Understanding with international tour operators aimed at activating tourism in the State of Qatar
Qetaifan Projects Company ... signed a contract with Whitewater, for the manufacture, shipment and installation of the Water park rides.
signed a contract with Whitewater, for the manufacture, shipment and installation of the Water park rides.
Qetaifan Projects ... signed a memorandum of understanding and entered a partnership with UK specialist real estate developer Fenton Whelan, and UK investment and development firm, Aplomado Investments Ltd, to undertake 634 million Qatari Riyals ... of development comprising a British 5-star healthcare facility and an adjoining British private school
to undertake 634 million Qatari Riyals ... of development comprising a British 5-star healthcare facility and an adjoining British private school
signed a memorandum of understanding and entered a partnership with UK specialist real estate developer Fenton Whelan, and UK investment and development firm, Aplomado Investments Ltd
signed a memorandum of understanding and entered a partnership with UK specialist real estate developer Fenton Whelan, and UK investment and development firm, Aplomado Investments Ltd
Aplomado Investments and Fenton Whelan are working with UK Export Finance, the UK Government’s export credit agency, who are providing an export credit loan to assist with project procurement and logistics.
Aplomado Investments and Fenton Whelan are working with UK Export Finance, the UK Government’s export credit agency, who are providing an export credit loan to assist with project procurement and logistics.
International Hospitals Group (IHG) is advising the partnership in identifying the operating partner for the healthcare facility.
International Hospitals Group (IHG) is advising the partnership in identifying the operating partner for the healthcare facility.
Dar Al Arkan and Qetaifan Projects signed the agreement to develop a premium residential and lifestyle project on Qetaifan Island North.
Dar Al Arkan and Qetaifan Projects signed the agreement to develop a premium residential and lifestyle project on Qetaifan Island North.
Elie Saab Jr, CEO of ELIE SAAB Group, commented: “We are delighted to collaborate with Dar Al Arkan and Qetaifan Projects on this premium residential project
We are delighted to collaborate with Dar Al Arkan and Qetaifan Projects on this premium residential project that is inspired by the natural beauty of the island and its magnificent surroundings.
Under this agreement, Zaha Hadid Architects will design multi-use buildings for seven medium-rise plots of land overlooking the southern waterfront of Qetaifan Island North.
Under this agreement, Zaha Hadid Architects will design multi-use buildings for seven medium-rise plots of land overlooking the southern waterfront of Qetaifan Island North.
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| Mixed use | 1 of 5 |
I see Qetaifan Projects as a challenger in the market.Global Business Outlook June 15, 2021https://globalbusinessoutlook.com/magazine/qatars-future-iconic-destination/
Bachelor's degree in finance and economy
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
June 15, 2021
Global Business Outlook
I see Qetaifan Projects as a challenger in the market.
https://globalbusinessoutlook.com/magazine/qatars-future-iconic-destination/
Chairman & Managing Director
2017
He is Qetaifan Projects’ Chairman and Managing Director. His documented background spans real-estate development, hospitality, investments, Islamic finance and financial advisory, including setting up government-founded companies.
Chairman & Managing Director
Real-estate development
Finance degree
Chairman & Managing Director
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Boston University
Barwa City Company
Public Works Authority (Ashghal)
Doha Asian Games Organizing Committee
Qatar Armed Forces
Board Member
2022
He is a Qetaifan Projects board member with more than 30 years of construction, project-management and leadership experience. His prior roles included CEO of Barwa City Project and President of Ashghal.
30+ yrs construction
Former Ashghal president
Former Barwa City CEO
Board Member
Major in Finance; Minor in Marketing
Qatar University
Qatar Investment Authority
Board Member
2022
He is a Qetaifan Projects board member and QIA’s Post Acquisition Director for real estate. He oversees post-acquisition asset management and the QIA real-estate portfolio; earlier QIA roles were Manager and Associate.
QIA real-estate director
Katara Hospitality board
Board Member
Every element within the master plan is based on market demand and the right absorption model.The Business Year Oct. 03, 2022https://thebusinessyear.com/interview/hesham-sharaf-qetaifan-qatar-2022/
Degrees in political economy and economics
American University in Cairo / University of California LA
Arab Bank
Citigroup
Amiri Diwan
Aspire Foundation
Katara Projects
Aspire Katara Investment
Barwa
Qatari Diar
Oct. 03, 2022
The Business Year
Every element within the master plan is based on market demand and the right absorption model.
https://thebusinessyear.com/interview/hesham-sharaf-qetaifan-qatar-2022/
Chief Operating Officer
2017
He has been Qetaifan Projects’ COO since 2017, overseeing daily operations and Qetaifan Island development management. His career spans investment banking, management consultancy and real-estate development across Qatar.
20+ yrs experience
COO since 2017
CFA Institute member
ex-Citigroup
Chief Operating Officer
LLB (Bachelor of Laws); Master of Advanced Studies in Law (D.E.A.)
University of La Sagesse, Beirut
Law firms in Lebanon and the GCC
Barwa
Qatari Diar
Aspire Zone
Chief Legal Officer and Board Secretary
January 2019
He oversees Qetaifan’s corporate and legal matters. His documented background covers corporate, real-estate, construction, hospitality and city-development work in Lebanon, the GCC and Qatar.
23 yrs legal experience
Board Secretary
LLB
Chief Legal Officer and Board Secretary
Creating constructive and purposeful partnerships is a strategic choice for us at Qetaifan Projects.The Peninsula Qatar 15 Oct 2024https://www.thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/15/10/2024/qetaifan-projects-announces-school-operator
BSc Global Business Management and Finance, Honors
Newcastle University London
# Nasser Al-Thani Head of Business Development at Qetaifan Projects
Sharaka Holdings
KPMG UK
15 Oct 2024
The Peninsula Qatar
Creating constructive and purposeful partnerships is a strategic choice for us at Qetaifan Projects.
https://www.thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/15/10/2024/qetaifan-projects-announces-school-operator
Head of Business Development
Oct 2021
He is the current Head of Business Development at Qetaifan Projects. His profile documents financial modelling, real-estate transactions, strategy and investor liaison, with earlier internships at Sharaka Holdings and KPMG UK.
Head of Business Development
Real-estate finance
AssocRICS
Head of Business Development
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Beach Club | Lusail, Qatar Qetaifan Island North | other | — | ground, mezzanine, and 2 floors | 4,300 m² | — | — | 2021 | 2021 | Jan 2020 – Mar 2020 | Nov 2024 | +57.0 mo (+56.0 to +58.0) | estimated | completed |
| Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North | Lusail, Qatar Qetaifan Island North | hotel | 3351 | 5 | 67,556 m² | — | — | 2021 | 11 January 2021 | Sep 2022 – Dec 2022 | Jan 2024 – Dec 2024 | +20.0 mo (+13.0 to +27.0) | sourced | completed |
| Majra Alsail | Lusail, Qatar Qetaifan Island North | other | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Mosque Twenty-Seven | Lusail, Qatar Qetaifan Island North | other | — | — | 3,500 m² | — | — | — | — | — | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Qetaifan Island North – Phase 1 | Lusail, Qatar Qetaifan Island North | mixed use | — | — | — | — | — | 2017 | 4 Oct 2017 | Jan 2022 – Mar 2022 | Jan 2023 – Dec 2023 | +16.5 mo (+10.0 to +23.0) | sourced | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 9, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 9, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 9, 2026 |
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