Here are some pics from the Business Class Lounge which is stunning and so empty.

The lounge is long and over 3 floors but all overlooking the apron with excellent views. The first class lounge is on the top level and can be accessed from there .

The first thing the (very friendly) dragon said was “your flight to London will be boarding from Gate D43 from inside the lounge”. I’ve only experienced that before at Belfast City.

EDIT: The procedure is to get your boarding pass scanned as you leave the lounge Gate D43 exit then you go down two escalators and board direct onto the upper deck of the A380.

There’s a family room with soft toys/play area for kids and for teens a separate room with a pool table and table football.

There were signs to a spa as well but it doesn’t seem to have opened yet.

Two prayer rooms, quiet areas and something called the
West Study with snacks out side. There also seem to be fridges with soft drinks dotted around

When I arrived they were taking away breakfast. I was told lunch would be served downstairs from 11:00 it is still being set out (11:25) so I had to have a glass of bubbles as I was waiting. The bar man was very friendly asked where I was going and said he would tell me when boarding. He has subsequently brought me a second glass unasked for!

An excellent lounge tastefully decorated.

View of the apron

The downstairs bar area


Downstairs food area






Boarding from within the lounge will be a great asset for those lucky to be at the three gates it serves.