Never before have I stepped onto a plane excited about the second leg of our long journey home to Australia from Europe. Our Qatar Airways business class flight between Doha and Sydney was different. It was our first time travelling in the Qsuite. This Qatar Airways QSuite review details our business-class experience to see whether it lived up to the hype as the best airline in the world.
Skye Gilkeson
Privacy and space are obvious benefits of the Qatar Qsuite model. Image © Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways Qsuite Review
Booking with Qatar Airways
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We chose Qatar for this trip based on its competitive price.
Based on our previous experience flying Qatar Airways business class we also knew it would be a great experience.
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Check-In at Qatar Airways Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris
We checked in at the counter at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris as our full flight schedule was Paris – Doha – Sydney – Brisbane. They quite literally rolled out the red (or Burgundy) carpet for check-in.
One Qatar Airways representative even walked us to the front of the Business Class check-in line after seeing we had our baby asleep in her stroller.
It always puts you at ease when you are welcomed with a baby in business class by both the airline and other travellers. Thankfully, that was the case on all of our Qatar flights.
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The Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a beautiful space to relax in. Image © Skye Gilkeson
Qatar Airways Premium Lounge Paris
From check-in, we made our way to the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge in Paris to relax and shower before our flight.
On arrival in Doha, we did the same; taking the time to shower, eat and relax in the very large Al Mourjan Lounge, which is exclusively open to passengers travelling business class with Qatar Airways (as opposed to the First Class lounge which allows partner airline passengers’ entry).
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Super private single seats take a prime position in the window of the Qatar Business Class zone. Image © Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300ER
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Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300ER
The Qsuite is also available on the Airbus A350-900 and the A350-1000.
Route
Doha to Sydney with Qatar Airways
Flight Duration from Doha to Sydney
14 hours 15 mins
Seat
We were in seats 5E and 5F
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Welcome amenities, a refreshing towel and a glass of champagne to start our flight. Image © Skye Gilkeson
Skye and daughter Alaska enjoying the spacious Qatar Qsuite. Image © Skye Gilkeson
The Qatar Airways Qsuite
Thankfully, we weren’t the only excited passengers settling into our suites as we boarded the plane. All of those around us, whether in the centre Qsuite or single suites by the window, were poking and prodding all of the amenities, buttons, bells and whistles as they boarded. There were many a suite selfie taken too.
There are 42 business class suites spread between the two cabins on the Boeing 777-300ER.
We were in seats 5E and 5F.
The Qsuite model has been spruiked as a more romantic seating layout for couples, with the option to transform the two seats into a lie-flat double bed.
It was for that particular feature that the Qsuite appealed to us, but for a slightly different reason; we were travelling with a baby.
Having a double bed and lots of privacy would enable our daughter to sleep in between us while giving us enough room to stay comfortable and sleep as well.
UPDATE: While we were allowed to have our baby sleep between us in a Qatar Airways Q Suite, a reader has since been told they would not be permitted to do so. Please check with the airline before you book this configuration.
The cabin configuration was 1-2-1. However, only the rear-facing middle seats were those that could be transformed into a double bed. So, ensure you choose this option online (we had to call and request this specific Qsuite option).
This makes for quite an odd feeling on take-off and landing.
The forward-facing seated pairs can feel a little further from each other. The couple facing us commented on the distance while disembarking but didn’t seem too concerned about it.
They would be the less-awkward option for friends or colleagues travelling together who need a little personal space, other than a simple privacy screen.
If you are travelling as a group of four, the Qatar Airways Qsuite quad configuration would be ideal.
The privacy panels located behind the TV screens can be drawn back between the centre four seats to create a shared quad space to chat, work or enjoy a few cocktails together at 40,000 feet.
The 777-300ER doesn’t have a bar like the A380 does so the four-suite quad model is a great answer thanks to the privacy screens to the aisle, which makes the space more intimate than a common bar area.
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Settling into our Qatar Qsuite in Doha. Image © Skye Gilkeson
Qatar Airways QSuite Comfort
Comfort is the name of the game when it comes to the Qsuite. As we patted our brows with a fresh cool towel and sipped on a welcome glass of pretty pink Drappier Rose Champagne, we explored and exhausted all of the many storage options, seat positions, mood lighting levels and the general splendour of our makeshift hotel room in the sky.
The His and Hers BRIC amenity kits feature a mask, ear plugs, socks and luxury Castello Monte Vibiano Vecchio skincare products. Comfortable White Company slippers and sleepwear are delivered to your suite before take off.
The TV had the largest screen we’ve had in business class and with two of the 21.5-inch screen sitting side-by-side, our seats felt somewhat like a personal cinema experience. There are more than enough programs to keep you diverted with 4,000 entertainment options from Hollywood blockbusters to TV sets.
Charging your electronics and staying connected is easy with plenty of pockets, power points and a USB point with the TV remote in the control centre, all within easy reach.
Every possible control is at your fingertips from mood lighting to a do not disturb sign and the Oryx entertainment system to keep you occupied. Image © Skye Gilkeson
The Qsuite seats themselves are wide and lie flat for sleeping. Flight attendants helped set up our double bed complete with mattress topper, doona and plenty of pillows as part of their turn-down service. The double bed was extremely comfortable.
With the privacy screen to the aisles pulled closed and the Do Not Disturb light illuminated, we were able to cosy up as a family and get some sleep during the flight. The foot cubby was very generous too. So much so that I stored an extra bag in the space.
The business-class bathrooms were huge and I never had to wait in line, which was particularly good when I had to step in to change my daughter’s nappy. There was plenty of room to do so too.
The flight attendants usually saw me walking with her and stepped ahead, set up the table and held the door open so I could walk straight in too which was lovely.
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