May 12, 2019, 12:42 am
Last edit by: gogooo
Lounge info in summary:
update 28 Dec 2019:
06:25-08:50
13:15-20:10
22:45-04:50
see post #446 for photo
(was...
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Opening hours
As of 20/11/2019
06:25-08:50
16:35-20:10
22:45-04:50
)
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As of 05-02-2023,
Opening Hours : 1530-0740.
update 28 Dec 2019:
06:25-08:50
13:15-20:10
22:45-04:50
see post #446 for photo
(was...
====
Opening hours
As of 20/11/2019
06:25-08:50
16:35-20:10
22:45-04:50
)
===
As of 05-02-2023,
Opening Hours : 1530-0740.
Bangkok (BKK) Lounge
Apr 24, 2018, 5:41 am
#226
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: ATL
Programs: DL SkyMiles PM/2MM, AA Plat, IC Diam. Amb., Peninsula regular, amanjunkie
Posts: 5,848
Visited the new lounge Saturday night. Really liked the design and build-out of the space. Tons of staff on hand who were very attentive without being intrusive. Food selection quite good, especially desserts and nibbly things, prior to the 2:35 am departure to DOH. Didn’t look for anything more substantial than that, given the hour. Wide selection of wines, though none of especially impressive quality.
QR lounge definitely a notch higher than JL lounge. Not sure exactly how I’d stack up QR vs. CX, need more experience.
QR lounge definitely a notch higher than JL lounge. Not sure exactly how I’d stack up QR vs. CX, need more experience.
Flight departed from D2, which was a hike from the lounge opposite D8. Left the lounge at 1:45 am or so, walked swiftly to the gate, found it empty as we were among the last to board even though a solid half hour before STD.
May 6, 2018, 9:46 pm
#227
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Glasgow, UK
Programs: Seigneur des Tarifs Utils First Class Mucci with Honours :) - BA GGL / CCR
Posts: 1,551
Me and mrs Cgtechuk visited the lounge last week, We had discussed the dress code as did the check in staff but Mrs cgtechuk was not impressed in the slightest and without being too critcal I kind of agree.
She had prepared a cardigan to cover her shoulders and had a spare of shoes to cover her feet but she said that having to do that kind of ruined the experience and I have to kind of agree here, If I am willing to pay the money for J why should I be sitting in a lounge of theirs at an outstation worried about what I am wearing, It almost feels like I am 19 worrying if I am about to get in a night club or not, I seen a lot of people with the same attitude and plenty being turned away but the argument remains we seen plenty women in the lounge with open toed sandles being allowed in but only if they were in islamic dress, I am not here to start an argument but surely if the dress code for shoes of all things applies it applies to all? I have the upmost respect for all people and many of my friends are muslim but I just feel it is a bit hit and miss here?
The food was good and the champagne was also nice but again I found in true QR style a bit over attentive and whilst I have no qualms mrs cgtech says she will never be back and enjoyed the Cathay and JAL experience much more which is a shame
She had prepared a cardigan to cover her shoulders and had a spare of shoes to cover her feet but she said that having to do that kind of ruined the experience and I have to kind of agree here, If I am willing to pay the money for J why should I be sitting in a lounge of theirs at an outstation worried about what I am wearing, It almost feels like I am 19 worrying if I am about to get in a night club or not, I seen a lot of people with the same attitude and plenty being turned away but the argument remains we seen plenty women in the lounge with open toed sandles being allowed in but only if they were in islamic dress, I am not here to start an argument but surely if the dress code for shoes of all things applies it applies to all? I have the upmost respect for all people and many of my friends are muslim but I just feel it is a bit hit and miss here?
The food was good and the champagne was also nice but again I found in true QR style a bit over attentive and whilst I have no qualms mrs cgtech says she will never be back and enjoyed the Cathay and JAL experience much more which is a shame
May 8, 2018, 2:28 am
#230
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Cardiff
Programs: qatar airways platinum
Posts: 733
Recently used this lounge again. Whilst I agree the dress policy is farcical, this is a policy decision only Doha cab rectify.
For me the food and drink options, and the general lounge amenities are a lot nicer than the Cathay or Jal lounges.
Frustrating that the showers have still not been sorted out.
For me the food and drink options, and the general lounge amenities are a lot nicer than the Cathay or Jal lounges.
Frustrating that the showers have still not been sorted out.
May 8, 2018, 6:10 am
#231
Join Date: Sep 2016
Posts: 776
Recently used this lounge again. Whilst I agree the dress policy is farcical, this is a policy decision only Doha cab rectify.
For me the food and drink options, and the general lounge amenities are a lot nicer than the Cathay or Jal lounges.
Frustrating that the showers have still not been sorted out.
For me the food and drink options, and the general lounge amenities are a lot nicer than the Cathay or Jal lounges.
Frustrating that the showers have still not been sorted out.
But generally you are of course correct, one would think that fixing some glass doors wouldn't be a matter of months. I can only assume that there is no one in BKK with any decision power for such things and the issue has been escalated to some higher ups in Doha who have better things to do than organizing some redecoration jobs in Thailand. Probably another example for how delegating responsibilities isn't part of the corporate culture.
May 8, 2018, 6:16 am
#232
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Edinburgh
Programs: BAEC: Gold, HH:Diamond, Marriott: Platinum, IHG: Diamond Ambassador
Posts: 140
Unimpressed with visit here.
Ludicrous dress code - was marched to the toilets to change into trousers.
Showers out of action.
Felt like interrogation at the entrance and list of rules before even setting foot in the lounge.
Left after 2 minutes and went to JAL- much better atmosphere. CX also much better than QR although it shuts in early evening.
Ludicrous dress code - was marched to the toilets to change into trousers.
Showers out of action.
Felt like interrogation at the entrance and list of rules before even setting foot in the lounge.
Left after 2 minutes and went to JAL- much better atmosphere. CX also much better than QR although it shuts in early evening.
May 8, 2018, 7:51 am
#233
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Cardiff
Programs: qatar airways platinum
Posts: 733
However JAL is literally right across the hall and though not luxurious, the showers there are decent.
But generally you are of course correct, one would think that fixing some glass doors wouldn't be a matter of months. I can only assume that there is no one in BKK with any decision power for such things and the issue has been escalated to some higher ups in Doha who have better things to do than organizing some redecoration jobs in Thailand. Probably another example for how delegating responsibilities isn't part of the corporate culture.
But generally you are of course correct, one would think that fixing some glass doors wouldn't be a matter of months. I can only assume that there is no one in BKK with any decision power for such things and the issue has been escalated to some higher ups in Doha who have better things to do than organizing some redecoration jobs in Thailand. Probably another example for how delegating responsibilities isn't part of the corporate culture.
May 8, 2018, 12:14 pm
#234
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: London
Programs: Mucci. Nothing else matters.
Posts: 38,644
May 8, 2018, 3:42 pm
#236
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: London, UK
Programs: BA Gold (and other non-status plastic)
Posts: 1,889
May 8, 2018, 7:04 pm
#237
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: body: A stone's throw from SFO, mind: SE Asia
Programs: Some of this 'n some of that
Posts: 17,263
May 8, 2018, 10:55 pm
#238
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Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: London
Programs: Hilton, IHG - BA, GA, LH, QR, SV, TK
Posts: 17,008
It's probably (a) convenience and (b) where passengers are told to go.
I think not everyone is aware of the other possibilities, and of those that are aware, a good part are simply not bothered about, or unwilling to search out, the alternatives.
The Thai lounges can get crowded, but normally they offer comfortable seating as well snacks and refreshments.
Blessedly, the entry desk staff don't base admission on some bizarre dress-code.
I think not everyone is aware of the other possibilities, and of those that are aware, a good part are simply not bothered about, or unwilling to search out, the alternatives.
The Thai lounges can get crowded, but normally they offer comfortable seating as well snacks and refreshments.
Blessedly, the entry desk staff don't base admission on some bizarre dress-code.
May 9, 2018, 1:56 am
#239
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Cardiff
Programs: qatar airways platinum
Posts: 733
It's probably (a) convenience and (b) where passengers are told to go.
I think not everyone is aware of the other possibilities, and of those that are aware, a good part are simply not bothered about, or unwilling to search out, the alternatives.
The Thai lounges can get crowded, but normally they offer comfortable seating as well snacks and refreshments.
Blessedly, the entry desk staff don't base admission on some bizarre dress-code.
I think not everyone is aware of the other possibilities, and of those that are aware, a good part are simply not bothered about, or unwilling to search out, the alternatives.
The Thai lounges can get crowded, but normally they offer comfortable seating as well snacks and refreshments.
Blessedly, the entry desk staff don't base admission on some bizarre dress-code.
May 9, 2018, 5:24 am
#240
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: London, UK
Programs: BA Gold (and other non-status plastic)
Posts: 1,889