Real Estate: Smart Cities
Mixed-use developments, hospitality, smart cities, lifestyle assets
REAL ESTATE: SMART CITIES
Building destinations and experiences from Qatar to global markets
Qatar’s rapid urban development, world-class hospitality sector, and growing focus on smart and sustainable cities have positioned the country as a leading destination for investment, tourism, and lifestyle-led development. At GIF 2026 in Doha, the Real Estate & Tourism sector brings together developers, investors, operators, and policymakers to explore integrated projects that combine living, leisure, and long-term value creation.
From Landmark Projects to Integrated Communities
As Qatar diversifies its economy, real estate and tourism developments are evolving beyond single-use assets. Key priorities include:
- Mixed-use developments that integrate residential, commercial, and leisure components
- Hospitality and destination assets supporting year-round tourism
- Smart city infrastructure enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and livability
- Lifestyle-driven projects attracting residents, visitors, and investors
- Long-term investment models aligned with national development goals
GIF 2026 provides a platform for strategic dialogue and capital deployment across these sectors.
Key Thematic Areas
- Mixed-use & master-planned developments
Integrated residential, commercial, retail, and entertainment districts - Hospitality & tourism assets
Hotels, resorts, serviced residences, and experiential tourism concepts - Smart cities & digital infrastructure
Data-driven urban planning, mobility, energy efficiency, and smart services - Lifestyle & experiential real estate
Waterfronts, cultural districts, sports, wellness, and entertainment assets - Sustainable & resilient development
Green buildings, climate-resilient design, and ESG-aligned real estate strategies - Investment & asset management
Structuring, financing, and managing long-term real estate and tourism investments
Features & Activities
- Executive Panels
Industry leaders discussing development trends, tourism growth, and urban innovation - Investor & Developer Matchmaking
Curated meetings connecting capital providers with project sponsors - Project & Destination Showcases
Presentations of landmark developments, hospitality concepts, and smart city solutions - Regional Case Studies
Successful projects from Qatar, the GCC, and international destinations - Urban Planning & Investment Clinics
Practical sessions on feasibility, structuring, and sustainable development
Who Will You Meet?
- Master developers and real estate investors
- Hospitality owners, operators, and brands
- Urban planners and smart city solution providers
- Sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors
- Tourism authorities and destination managers
- Architects, consultants, and project managers
- Asset managers and real estate advisors
The Future of Real Estate & Tourism in Qatar and the Region
- Destination-led growth
Developing year-round tourism and lifestyle hubs - Smart urban ecosystems
Technology-enabled, efficient, and people-centric cities - Sustainable development
ESG-driven real estate strategies aligned with long-term value creation - Lifestyle investment
Demand for experiential, mixed-use, and community-focused assets - Regional connectivity
Leveraging Qatar’s position as a gateway between global markets
Key Benefits
- Market insight into Qatar’s real estate and tourism investment landscape
- Direct access to developers, investors, and decision-makers
- Capital connections through curated matchmaking sessions
- Project visibility for landmark and emerging developments
- Strategic positioning within a high-growth regional market
Benefits for all participants
- Close faster. Pre-arranged matchmaking turns introductions into signed term sheets—no weeks of outreach required.
- Act on fresh insight. Five sector-focused panels (Energy Transition & Sustainable Technologies, Real Estate: Smart Cities, Sports Economy & Mega Events, Qatari Women Enrapture Leadership, and Financial Services, FinTech & Islamic Finance) deliver data you can use the same quarter.
- Experience business and culture in one trip. Site visits and VIP socials forge bonds that last beyond the forum.
- Source high-yield deals across four growth sectors before they hit public rounds.
- Diversify risk with vetted projects from 40+ countries—no extra travel needed.
- Benchmark strategies with 60+ peers to sharpen portfolio returns.
- Cut market-research time in half: sector leaders hand you the latest trends on stage.
- Convert new contacts to partners at VIP meals and four guaranteed matchmaking slots.
- Take home ideas ready for board-level discussion.
- Fill next quarter’s sales pipeline with ten pre-scheduled investor meetings.
- Boost brand recall via booth traffic + logo on venue screens and website.
- Gather live market intelligence to refine product road-maps.
- Achieve multi-channel dominance: stage screens, reports, and press mentions in one package.
- Host private lounges to nurture C-suite relationships that convert.
- Position your firm as an industry thought leader on the main stage.
- Showcase national projects to a ready pool of international capital.
- Build bilateral ties and share policy know-how with other delegations.
- Collect investor sentiment and sector data to inform economic strategy.
- Amplify influence through global media interviews and post-event reports.
- Secure priority meetings to advance personal or policy agendas.
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