FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 officials have disclosed that 30,000 rooms have been added to the accommodation offerings with just over 30 days to go to the opening game.
Qatar is estimated to welcome around 1.2 million visitors to the World Cup, which will run from November 20 to December 18. Authorities have stressed their commitment to ensuring accessible and affordable tournament — centralise accommodation offerings and manage prices to ensure fans enjoy their experience.
Accommodation ranges from apartments and villas to cruise ship hotels, fan villages, hotels, and others, all available on the Qatar 2022 Accommodation Agency platform.
“There is a high demand for accommodation, especially among the group stages. We have sold around 2 million room nights throughout the tournament, and I’m happy to announce that an additional 30,000 rooms have been added to the Accommodation Agency platform. That’s equivalent to around 1 million room nights in line with the last minute ticket sales,” Supreme Committee for Delivery &Legacy Director General, Eng. Yasir Al Jamal told a press conference yesterday to mark ‘One Month to Go.’
Eng Al Jamal said the new options have been added to ensure all ticket holders have the best chance of securing accommodation.
“Fans, guests and visitors will enjoy a unique accommodation experience via our unique cruise ship hotels, apartments, villas and villages and hotels. We hope people will enjoy whatever accommodation options they choose for their stay,” he added.
Also speaking at the press conference, Colin Smith, FIFA Chief Operating Officer – World Cup, said ticket holders will be informed soon on how to download the ticketing app and access the mobile ticket. He stressed that the mobile ticket is separate from Hayya, but both are required to enter the stadium.
Smith added that the first of two ticketing centres will open today at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC).
“This is where fans can seek assistance if they have bought tickets or wish to purchase tickets that are still available, and they’ll receive physical tickets at that centre,” Smith said.