Looking for a place to smoke at Doha Airport? Hamad International Airport (DOH) is one of the most smoker-friendly airports in the Middle East, with designated smoking rooms available every 100 meters throughout the terminal.
Smoking Rooms at Doha Hamad Airport
While Hamad International Airport promotes itself as a “smoke-free facility,” designated smoking rooms are widely available throughout the terminal. These rooms are ventilated, air-conditioned, and clearly signposted to comply with Qatari regulations.
Smoking Room Locations
Pre-Security: Outdoor smoking area outside the main departures entrance
Post-Security: Four indoor smoking lounges after security check
Throughout Terminal: Smoking rooms approximately every 100 meters
Al Maha Lounge Smoking Room
The premium Al Maha Lounges (accessible via Priority Pass or lounge membership) include dedicated smoking rooms. The smoking room in the secondary lounge is located just before the bathrooms and next to the family area. The lounges also offer complimentary Wi-Fi, shower facilities, luggage storage, games room, and quiet areas.
Tips for Smokers
Smoking rooms are plentiful - you’ll find one about every 100 meters
Rooms can get packed around midnight during Qatar Airways’ late-night departure bank
All smoking rooms are well-ventilated and air-conditioned
Doha is one of the most smoker-friendly airports for layovers