Timebandit and I stayed at the Intercontinental for a birthday celebration (don't ask how old I am, I may start screaming) last weekend, and it was great. It cost 1050 QR per night inclusive of tax. This is half what you would pay for a 5 star hotel in the UK (which wouldn't have the great pool facilities and beach location that the Intercont has). Doha wins as far the Bandits are concerned!

'Up there for thinking....down there for dancing.'