The ruling Al Thani family of Qatar has quietly become one of the most dominant landowners in London, surpassing even King Charles III in terms of private property holdings. (Image: Instagram)
While the British monarch’s assets, including landmarks like the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace, are held in trust through the Crown Estate, the Qatari royals face no such restrictions. Their acquisitions are either privately or state-owned, giving them sweeping control over some of the capital’s most iconic properties. (Image: Instagram)
The Al Thani family’s real estate empire in London is vast and ever-expanding. They reportedly own a quarter of northwest Mayfair, now nicknamed “Little Doha” due to the concentration of Qatari-owned properties. (Image: Instagram)
Harrods, the world-renowned department store is one of their crown jewels. (Image: Instagram)
Through the Maybourne Hotel Group, they own Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley, and the newly launched Emory. (Image: Instagram)
The royal family also holds a 95% stake in Europe’s tallest building, The Shard. (Image: Instagram)
The family is a co-owner of Canary Wharf, one of the major financial districts. (Image: Instagram)
They also own a 20% stake in one of the world’s busiest airports, Heathrow. (Image: Instagram)
Their 14.3% ownership in Sainsbury’s, UK’s second-largest supermarket chain extends their influence into retail as well. (Image: Instagram)
The Al Thani family’s estimated net worth stands at a staggering $335 billion, placing them among the wealthiest royal families globally. This immense fortune is largely fueled by Qatar’s natural gas reserves and a strategic portfolio of global investments. The current Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is personally estimated to be worth over $2 billion. With deep financial reserves and a long-term vision, the Qatari royals are poised to remain key players in shaping London’s real estate and economic landscape for years to come. (Image: Instagram)