Al Messila Plaza, Doha — Stores, Map & Hours

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Hypermarket TrafficDaily Essentials & GroceryLocal ServicesQuick-Service DiningElectronics & Tech

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Ultra-Luxury PositioningLarge Footprint RetailDestination Retail

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Al Messila Plaza is a neighborhood commercial center in the Al Messila district of Doha, Qatar, serving local residents with essential retail and services. Situated in a mature residential area near Urwa Bin Mas"ud Street, it benefits from good connectivity to central Doha via major roads like C Ring Road, approximately 10 minutes from the Corniche. The plaza features a mix of tenants including a prominent Lulu Hypermarket as anchor, alongside pharmacies, clothing outlets, electronics shops, cafes, and beauty services, totaling around 20-30 units.

According to Qatar commercial real estate reports from Cushman & Wakefield (2023), local plazas maintain occupancy rates of 85-92%, supported by stable residential demand.

Rent levels for retail spaces range from QAR 120-220 per sqm per month for ground floor units, lower than prime malls" (QAR 300+), reflecting a tenant-favorable market post-FIFA 2022. Footfall is primarily local, estimated at 6,000-8,000 daily visitors, drawn from the areas diverse demographics of middle-income expatriates (70% of population) and Qatari families. The tenant mix emphasizes convenience retail, with strengths in grocery and daily needs, but lacks luxury or entertainment anchors.

Leasing advantages include shorter terms (3-5 years) and incentives like fit-out contributions amid 12% citywide vacancy. However, drawbacks involve limited tourist traffic, competition from larger centers like City Center Doha (4km away), and potential access issues during peak hours on surrounding streets. Market factors include Dohas growing population (2.9 million in 2024) boosting demand, though economic ties to energy sectors pose risks to expatriate stability.

Overall, it suits retailers targeting everyday consumers in a balanced, accessible location with moderate operational costs.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday	10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM — 09:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Sunday	11:00 AM — 06:00 PM

Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

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Demographics and Footfall

Al Messila hosts a diverse demographic with approximately 70% expatriates from South Asia, Philippines, and Arab nations, alongside 30% locals in middle to upper-middle income households (average annual income QAR 150,000-250,000). Proximity to schools and offices drives consistent footfall of 6,000-8,000 visitors daily for local plazas, per ICSC Middle East reports (2024). This supports steady sales for convenience retailers, though lower than destination malls" (20,000+), emphasizing the need for community-focused merchandising to maximize performance.

Competition and Tenant Mix

The plaza faces moderate competition from nearby Al Hazm Plaza (2km) and larger City Center Doha, which boast broader mixes with international brands. Tenant composition here prioritizes essentials (60% grocery/services, 30% fashion, 10% F&B), aligning with neighborhood needs but vulnerable to saturation in hypermarkets (Doha has 50+ similar anchors). Market reports note 10-15% vacancy in secondary retail, offering negotiation leverage but requiring strong local draw to counter e-commerce growth and economic slowdowns.

Lease Terms and Risks

Lease structures typically span 3-5 years with 5-8% annual escalations and options for renewal; incentives include 1-3 months free rent and landlord fit-outs up to QAR 500/sqm. Operational quality is average, with modern parking (200+ spaces) but occasional infrastructure wear in older sections. Key risks encompass fluctuating oil prices impacting 80% of Dohas workforce (expatriates), potential access congestion on key streets, and category weaknesses in non-essentials amid 5% retail sales growth (2024 KPMG data). Retailers should assess long-term viability through footfall audits.