Originally Posted by
aster
I too found this strange. I'm trying to recall the recent check-in experience with her and they definitely told her to go to the Marhaba lounge. Although I'm not 100% certain they might also have added a little Marhaba ink stamp on her BP as a reminder, but I'll have to double-check with her if she still has her BP...
Can't remember any airline pointing out that you can use other oneworld lounges too. It is no surprise that they direct their passengers to the lounge contracted.