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  • The Best First Class Airport Lounges

    The Best First Class Airport Lounges

    These lounges are a welcoming oasis away from the hustle and bustle of a busy airport. 

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    Traveling on commercial airlines can come with its highs and lows, from enjoying world-class customer service onboard your flight to waiting for hours in a long immigration queue. When it comes to flying first class, however, the luxurious first class airport lounges are a welcome escape from the crowds.

    These first class lounges range in size and what they offer guests, but all are a welcoming oasis away from the hustle and bustle of a busy airport. Whether your preference leans toward restaurant-calibre dining, discreet spaces in which to work undisturbed, or a restorative retreat complete with spa-like amenities, these are some of the best first class airport lounges that deliver.

    Best first class lounges around the world

    Air France La Première Lounge, Paris

    Air France La Première Lounge, Paris
    Large armchairs make for a comfortable seating experience in the lounge ©Air France

    Air France’s Salon La Première Paris is the airline’s premium first class lounge, found at Charles de Gaulle airport (Terminal 2E). The space has been designed with two rooms, a larger one at the front and a smaller one towards the back. The larger room is decorated with stylish furniture in Air France’s signature colors of red, white, and grey, while the smaller room has been designed as a private retreat with cozy sofas.

    The La Première Lounge offers a cocktail bar, a relaxation area, private bathrooms and four shower suites, to allow guests to freshen up between flights or before they step onboard. The shower suites are equipped with a walk-in rain shower, toilets, a floating vanity table and amenities including bathrobes, slippers and toiletries from Biologique Recherche.

    One of the highlights of the Air France lounge is the dining area, which serves restaurant-quality dishes that could compete with several Michelin-starred establishments. Though there is a buffet for drinks and light bites, where the La Première Lounge really shines is with its à la carte dining, which offers a menu of dishes created by Alain Ducasse. Another highlight is the Sisley La Première area, where guests can enjoy complimentary facials and body treatments lasting from 30 to 90 minutes.

    Swiss First Class Lounge, Zurich

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    Even when the lounge is busy, it feels spacious and welcoming ©SWISS

    Easily one of the best in the world, the luxurious Swiss First Class Lounge is found at Zurich International Airport (Terminal E). Spread across 8,000 sq ft of interior space, the lounge has the capacity for up to 80 guests – and even when it’s busy, it feels spacious and welcoming.

    The Swiss lounge has a unique offering that makes it one of the best airline lounges in the world; it features two ‘day rooms’, which in effect are two bedrooms available for guests to use to freshen up and relax. Each of the rooms is similar to a guest room in a five-star hotel, complete with a double bed adorned with Hästens bedding and an en-suite bathroom, as well as panoramic views of the Alps. Those interested in a ‘day room’ must request one from the lounge’s concierge – they cannot be booked in advance.

    The rest of this exclusive lounge has been designed with three areas: a bar, a restaurant and a large outdoor terrace. Part of the bar has been dedicated to the lounge’s incredible wine humidor, which is capable of holding up to 1,000 bottles of wine from all over the world. Meanwhile, diners at the lounge’s restaurant will be treated to white tablecloth service and an exclusive menu featuring Swiss regional specialties.

    See also: The Best First Class Airlines in the World

    Singapore Airlines Private Room, Singapore

    A Singapore Airlines First Class passenger’s journey begins as soon as you reach the airport ©Singapore Airlines

    Singapore Airlines has always been a world leader when it comes to customer service. For those flying in Singapore Airlines’ Suite Class or first class, this service goes one step further with the introduction of the Private Room – an exclusive lounge found within the airline’s home airport, the world-famous Changi Airport (Terminal 3).

    A Singapore Airlines First Class passenger’s journey begins as soon as you reach the airport. There is a dedicated check-in area for those flying first or Suite Class, as well as a private entrance to the airport that leads directly to immigration. After this, guests are invited to visit the airport’s SilverKris lounge – and it is within this lounge that you will find the mysterious Private Room.

    Within the Private Room, you’ll find comfortable leather lounge chairs and armchairs, which have mostly been arranged as pairs or individual seats to give passengers space and privacy. There are also two private rooms, a collection of shower rooms and a family room, as well as the latest addition: a cozy nap room to rest in between flights. The highlight of the lounge is its silver-service dining room, where you can enjoy a range of restaurant-quality dishes from around the world.

    Etihad Airways Residence Lounge, Abu Dhabi International

    Etihad Airways Residence Lounge, Abu Dhabi International
    Tall bar seats are arranged around a central bar ©Etihad Airways

    The Etihad Airways Residence Lounge is actually located within Etihad Airways’ main first class lounge at Abu Dhabi International Airport. While the main lounge is available to all Etihad Airways first class passengers, the only guests able to access the Residence Lounge are those traveling in The Residence: a three-room private suite found on Etihad’s A380 aircraft.

    The Residence Lounge has been designed as the ultimate space to relax and unwind before your flight. In the living room space, there are lounge chairs and leather sofas, a dining table, a television and a personal bar counter. Guests of the Residence Lounge are also treated to personalized butler service.

    The larger first class lounge outside of the Residence is also an impressive location in its own right. Guests of the Etihad Airways first class lounge can enjoy the relaxation area, the TV rooms and a range of world-class food and beverage options, from Arabic mezze to high-end cocktails.

    Cathay Pacific The Wing / The Pier, First Class Lounge, Hong Kong

    The Wing first class lounges
    Within the lounge, there are five shower cabanas that have been designed as mini spas ©Cathay Pacific

    The Wing is one of Cathay Pacific’s two first class lounges at Hong Kong International Airport (Terminal 1). Designed as a large, open-air space, The Wing offers guests a range of seating options, from armchairs and lounge chairs to office-style furniture where you can work in peace and quiet.

    There are four food and beverage areas within The Wing, including an excellent à la carte restaurant called The Haven – dishes include everything from butter chicken masala to Wagyu beef – and a Champagne bar where guests can help themselves to several varieties. Within the lounge, five shower cabanas have been designed as mini spas. Each one is temperature-controlled, comprising a walk-in shower, deep bathtub, daybed, workspace, and amenities from Jurlique.

    Looking for a more secluded space? Visit Cathay Pacific’s other first class lounge, The Pier. Designed by Studioisle, The Pier is found downstairs, under HKG’s Departures level. Designed as a calm retreat, The Pier features three food and beverage options, eight day suites with daybeds and complimentary massage service.

    Thai Airways Royal First Lounge, Bangkok

    Thai Airways Royal First Lounge, Bangkok
    The lounge has a timeless, refined design ©Thai Airways

    This first class lounge has a dedicated check-in area designed to fast-track guests through security, and cold towels and bottled water are offered on arrival. The space boasts two VIP rooms and six private corners, each containing seating, a TV, and coffee table.

    The lounge is predominantly known for its service and the its unique offering of a complimentary one-hour spa treatment in the Royal Orchid Spa, stocked with L’Occitane amenities.

    For dining, there’s a small buffet or à la carte options in The Dining Room, serving up a selection of local culinary delights.

    British Airways Concorde Room, London

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    The Concorde Room has been designed to feel residential ©British Airways

    Situated in London’s Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5), you must be flying on a British Airways flight in first class to gain access to this exclusive area. Deep within Heathrow airport, the private space can be found inside the Galleries First Class Lounge.

    The Concorde Room has been designed to feel residential, reminiscent of a luxurious living room; it is appointed with comfortable sofas, armchairs, and beautiful chandeliers. Within the lounge, there is also a space designed as an indoor-outdoor terrace that offers expansive views of the runways, ample natural light and daybeds to relax on.

    The Concorde Lounge features a dining room where those waiting for their flights can enjoy restaurant-quality fine dining and full table service, with extensive seasonal menus and pairings with fine wines and champagnes. 

    Chelsea Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York

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    A large bar is an attraction within the space ©American Airlines / British Airways

    Operated in partnership with British Airways, the Chelsea Lounge at JFK bridges the historical bond between New York and London. A large champagne bar and fireplace lounge act as the centrepieces for the space, which has come under some fire for lacking any natural light. 

    The dining is all à la carte, spanning an all-day menu with both British and American culinary influences, with a small snack station also on offer. Relaxation areas and three shower suites are also available for use.

    Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge — South, Doha

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    The space feels open and airy ©Qatar Airways

    Sprawling across some 10,000 sq metres, Qatar Airways’ flagship business-class lounge’s scale is almost disorienting. An elaborate chandelier is framed by spiral staircase is framed by and black-tiled pool. A sequence of dining options (the à la carte one serving up Arabic specialities that share the stage with sushi, hot dishes, and extravagant desserts, should you need a sugar boost) and several relaxation zones form the wider space.

    Stretch out in a sleep pod, surrender to chaos in the games room, or catch up on emails in the expansive business center – there’s plenty of spaces to explore if you can find the time.

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