Originally Posted by
MD/DC Flyer
It seems to be the trend lately - just look at Polaris lounges of United, or Signature Suite lounge for Air Canada - which are restricted to business (and above) class passengers only (AC excludes miles tickets as well).
As First class seems to go the way of the Dodo, business class is de facto the highest class and airlines aim to provide higher level of service starting on the ground.
QR Doha Al Mourjan lounge restricted to QR J passengers, even upgrades are no longer allowed (part of reason why I moved to TK)
First class lounge for OW emerald and non QR J pax, business class lounge for OW sapphire, both rather ordinary lounges.
I never very much liked Al Mourjan lounge: too much of a hospital feeling, very much enjoyed TK IST lounge, hope I will not regret that lounge...