QR Al Mourjan Business Class Lounge
#961
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In HIA, they will be allowed into the First Class (Status) lounge. However, if the Al Mourjan Buisness Lounge remains the only lounge open then, they'll get access to Al Mourjan.
#963
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Also as a reminder that you would have a 6 hour limit with paid access. If you are planning to stay more than 6 hours, you would need to pay an additional $96 for every additional 6 hours.
#964
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If you've been well fed and watered on the first sector, you might value a bed in the airport's "sleep lounge". A bed there for 6 hours will cost around the same as lounge entry.
#965
Join Date: Nov 2010
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I'm thinking of buying a QR-operated AA codeshare ticket in J (AA I class). Will I be admitted to the Al Mourjan Lounge on a layover? I have OW Emerald status but it doesn't seem to matter there -- this lounge is listed as an exclusion on the AAdvantage web-site.
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The new restriction only applies to tickets issued by Qatar Airways thus on 157- stock.
#968
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: West coast, USA
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What would you guys do?
Hi all,
Current OWS (alaska MVPG) at the moment, thinking of taking my folks to ATH from SEA for my dad's 80th. Gonna treat them to biz class-QSuites!
Seeing the "classic" vs "comfort fares"...as a OWS, seat selection is given, but lounge access isn't. the DOH layover is about 12 hours from 6pm to 6am (although daytime in seattle). The cost between the two is about $500 total, one way, for the whole party (3 of us), so I'm basically paying 165$ for lounge access. Heard its 96$USD for AM lounge just to pay for it.
1. Heard that a comfort fare lounge access is less limited with time (no limit) compared to paying for it (6 hours?). Is that still the case? (if so, I suppose paying for comfort fare would be a better deal...)
--I did call today to QR and the agent seemed incompetent sounding, so I'm not sure if she's aware whats happening on the ground in DOH, but she said that it is a 6 hour limit regardless of paying or status or ticket class.
2. Since its going to be 'daytime' back at home, we could probably chill at the AM lounge for the time and eat...Or does everyone here think getting a hotel is the better option? (it'll be around 200 bucks, but no food or drink, and stuck within a room)
3. As a OWS, could I get access for two of us and just pay for the third person, if I take the classic ticket instead of comfort?
Thanks everyone!
Current OWS (alaska MVPG) at the moment, thinking of taking my folks to ATH from SEA for my dad's 80th. Gonna treat them to biz class-QSuites!
Seeing the "classic" vs "comfort fares"...as a OWS, seat selection is given, but lounge access isn't. the DOH layover is about 12 hours from 6pm to 6am (although daytime in seattle). The cost between the two is about $500 total, one way, for the whole party (3 of us), so I'm basically paying 165$ for lounge access. Heard its 96$USD for AM lounge just to pay for it.
1. Heard that a comfort fare lounge access is less limited with time (no limit) compared to paying for it (6 hours?). Is that still the case? (if so, I suppose paying for comfort fare would be a better deal...)
--I did call today to QR and the agent seemed incompetent sounding, so I'm not sure if she's aware whats happening on the ground in DOH, but she said that it is a 6 hour limit regardless of paying or status or ticket class.
2. Since its going to be 'daytime' back at home, we could probably chill at the AM lounge for the time and eat...Or does everyone here think getting a hotel is the better option? (it'll be around 200 bucks, but no food or drink, and stuck within a room)
3. As a OWS, could I get access for two of us and just pay for the third person, if I take the classic ticket instead of comfort?
Thanks everyone!
Last edited by mendacio; Jul 5, 2021 at 1:48 pm Reason: clarify
#969
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Hi all,
Current OWS (alaska MVPG) at the moment, thinking of taking my folks to ATH from SEA for my dad's 80th. Gonna treat them to biz class-QSuites!
Seeing the "classic" vs "comfort fares"...as a OWS, seat selection is given, but lounge access isn't. the DOH layover is about 12 hours from 6pm to 6am (although daytime in seattle). The cost between the two is about $500 total, one way, for the whole party (3 of us), so I'm basically paying 165$ for lounge access. Heard its 96$USD for AM lounge just to pay for it.
1. Heard that a comfort fare lounge access is less limited with time (no limit) compared to paying for it (6 hours?). Is that still the case? (if so, I suppose paying for comfort fare would be a better deal...)
--I did call today to QR and the agent seemed incompetent sounding, so I'm not sure if she's aware whats happening on the ground in DOH, but she said that it is a 6 hour limit regardless of paying or status or ticket class.
2. Since its going to be 'daytime' back at home, we could probably chill at the AM lounge for the time and eat...Or does everyone here think getting a hotel is the better option? (it'll be around 200 bucks, but no food or drink, and stuck within a room)
3. As a OWS, could I get access for two of us and just pay for the third person, if I take the classic ticket instead of comfort?
Thanks everyone!
Current OWS (alaska MVPG) at the moment, thinking of taking my folks to ATH from SEA for my dad's 80th. Gonna treat them to biz class-QSuites!
Seeing the "classic" vs "comfort fares"...as a OWS, seat selection is given, but lounge access isn't. the DOH layover is about 12 hours from 6pm to 6am (although daytime in seattle). The cost between the two is about $500 total, one way, for the whole party (3 of us), so I'm basically paying 165$ for lounge access. Heard its 96$USD for AM lounge just to pay for it.
1. Heard that a comfort fare lounge access is less limited with time (no limit) compared to paying for it (6 hours?). Is that still the case? (if so, I suppose paying for comfort fare would be a better deal...)
--I did call today to QR and the agent seemed incompetent sounding, so I'm not sure if she's aware whats happening on the ground in DOH, but she said that it is a 6 hour limit regardless of paying or status or ticket class.
2. Since its going to be 'daytime' back at home, we could probably chill at the AM lounge for the time and eat...Or does everyone here think getting a hotel is the better option? (it'll be around 200 bucks, but no food or drink, and stuck within a room)
3. As a OWS, could I get access for two of us and just pay for the third person, if I take the classic ticket instead of comfort?
Thanks everyone!
1. It's true that lounge access based on the booking class or status does not have any time limit. The 6 hour time limit only applies for paid entry in the lounges. The agent on the phone gave you incorrect information.
2. I would go for the Al Mourjan, just in case you could ask for a private room cubicle in the back.
3. Currently yes but things could change, however, if the third guest wants to stay 6h+ in the lounge, you would need to pay 96x2 = $192 for him.
Also don't forget that the $165 difference would also give you extra miles depending on the FFP. It's all up to you.
#970
Join Date: Feb 2020
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...your OWS status would allow you and one guest to the Business Class status lounge if open at that time. If the status lounges are not open, you have Al Mourjan Lounge for 2 people ( you + one guest ) for the entire duration of your layover.
1. It's true that lounge access based on the booking class or status does not have any time limit. The 6 hour time limit only applies for paid entry in the lounges. The agent on the phone gave you incorrect information.
1. It's true that lounge access based on the booking class or status does not have any time limit. The 6 hour time limit only applies for paid entry in the lounges. The agent on the phone gave you incorrect information.
#971
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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How do they keep track of the duration of the stay? I have OWS and thank you @ISTFlyer for clarifying that I should be able to get in irrespective of the fare class. But, I am wondering, if they don't let me into their flagship lounge and I opt to pay, do I have to self-report duration? My layover next week is only two hours but I am wondering what happens if I miss a connection or something like that.
#972
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By the way, I have already answered your PM.
How do they keep track of the duration of the stay? I have OWS and thank you @ISTFlyer for clarifying that I should be able to get in irrespective of the fare class. But, I am wondering, if they don't let me into their flagship lounge and I opt to pay, do I have to self-report duration? My layover next week is only two hours but I am wondering what happens if I miss a connection or something like that.
However, for paid access I am not sure about their method but;
- In the lounge, someone staff could randomly ask for which flight you are in or to see your boarding pass. This random boarding pass check has happened to me almost everywhere in the lounge on multiple occasions. IMO, these checks could be related to paid access. I always accessed the Al Mourjan through my QRPC Platinum status thus I don't know what do they do if you do overstay and don't pay for the additional $96.
#974
Join Date: Mar 2017
Programs: QR Platinum, Star Alliance Gold (LH Sen)
Posts: 764
I just came across the T&Cs for purchasing access to the AM lounge, as it popped up in my booking in the "R" class or infamous ;-) named "Classic Fare".
QUOTE
.... Customers need to present a confirmed Qatar Airways Economy Class ticket to avail this service......
.... Lounge access is included free of charge for all Business and First Class passengers as well as eligible Frequent Flyer Programme members.....
UNQUOTE
So reading the T&Cs I am NOT entitled to pay for access to AM, because I hold a Business class ticket and its written that access shall be free of charge...
This makes me a little bit smile...because we know "the execution" is different ;-)
However, we (my wife and daughter) will access the AM next week with "R" as we are both Platinum members (till the end of the year, because a re-qualification with the current quarantine regulations in Thailand is impossible), at least as long as the "First Class Lounge" (that one for the tier guests) is closed.
Wish you all the best and safe travel!
Attached the screenshot as well.
QUOTE
.... Customers need to present a confirmed Qatar Airways Economy Class ticket to avail this service......
.... Lounge access is included free of charge for all Business and First Class passengers as well as eligible Frequent Flyer Programme members.....
UNQUOTE
So reading the T&Cs I am NOT entitled to pay for access to AM, because I hold a Business class ticket and its written that access shall be free of charge...
This makes me a little bit smile...because we know "the execution" is different ;-)
However, we (my wife and daughter) will access the AM next week with "R" as we are both Platinum members (till the end of the year, because a re-qualification with the current quarantine regulations in Thailand is impossible), at least as long as the "First Class Lounge" (that one for the tier guests) is closed.
Wish you all the best and safe travel!
Attached the screenshot as well.
#975
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: HKG, BHX, MAN
Programs: Qatar Gold (OWS), Asiana Diamond (*G)
Posts: 1,493
I just came across the T&Cs for purchasing access to the AM lounge, as it popped up in my booking in the "R" class or infamous ;-) named "Classic Fare".
QUOTE
.... Customers need to present a confirmed Qatar Airways Economy Class ticket to avail this service......
.... Lounge access is included free of charge for all Business and First Class passengers as well as eligible Frequent Flyer Programme members.....
UNQUOTE
So reading the T&Cs I am NOT entitled to pay for access to AM, because I hold a Business class ticket and its written that access shall be free of charge...
This makes me a little bit smile...because we know "the execution" is different ;-)
However, we (my wife and daughter) will access the AM next week with "R" as we are both Platinum members (till the end of the year, because a re-qualification with the current quarantine regulations in Thailand is impossible), at least as long as the "First Class Lounge" (that one for the tier guests) is closed.
Wish you all the best and safe travel!
Attached the screenshot as well.
QUOTE
.... Customers need to present a confirmed Qatar Airways Economy Class ticket to avail this service......
.... Lounge access is included free of charge for all Business and First Class passengers as well as eligible Frequent Flyer Programme members.....
UNQUOTE
So reading the T&Cs I am NOT entitled to pay for access to AM, because I hold a Business class ticket and its written that access shall be free of charge...
This makes me a little bit smile...because we know "the execution" is different ;-)
However, we (my wife and daughter) will access the AM next week with "R" as we are both Platinum members (till the end of the year, because a re-qualification with the current quarantine regulations in Thailand is impossible), at least as long as the "First Class Lounge" (that one for the tier guests) is closed.
Wish you all the best and safe travel!
Attached the screenshot as well.