Originally Posted by
DownUnderFlyer
AFAIK the *A lounge certainly accepts award pax. There is nothing in the rules which would allow them to reject I or O class bookings.
I had that understanding as well until i saw this from the *A website:
You'll find a warm welcome at all Star Alliance member airline lounges, as well as at Star Alliance own lounges. Below you will find details of how to access the lounges and, as an extra benefit, many lounges allow you to bring a guest with you.
International First Class Customers: Customers have access to International First Class1 and/or any Star Alliance member carriers' own lounges.
Customer must present a boarding pass for travel in International First Class on a Star Alliance flight
Customer must be departing from the local airport in International First Class
Customer must be a revenue customer
Customer is entitled to one guest