Alsafwa vs Almourjan
Feb 22, 2021 | 2:58 am
#2
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: UK/TZ
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Entry in to Al Safwa is normally also granted for Platinum QR members flying business but depends on whether the lounge is open by the time you fly which I doubt
Feb 22, 2021 | 3:21 am
#3
Join Date: Nov 2018
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The lounge is currently closed due to the pandemic.
Al Mourjan Business Class Lounge is the lounge you will get in assuming you have a ticketed business class ticket (no upgrades).
Feb 22, 2021 | 8:35 am
#4
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Dunno about the "normally". It's a concession only recently granted, and as the lounge has been closed ever since I'm not sure anyone has been able to take advantage of the new privilege.
Given QR's whimsical approach, it's a concession that could just as easily be withdrawn.
As for a comparison, both are extremely comfortable places to spend time between flights. Mourjan is absolutely fine. Safwa is clearly even more fine, and something of a novelty in a slightly over the top way.
Feb 23, 2021 | 6:31 am
#6
Join Date: Jul 2010
Programs: Privilege Club - Platinum
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Dunno about the "normally". It's a concession only recently granted, and as the lounge has been closed ever since I'm not sure anyone has been able to take advantage of the new privilege.
Given QR's whimsical approach, it's a concession that could just as easily be withdrawn.
As for a comparison, both are extremely comfortable places to spend time between flights. Mourjan is absolutely fine. Safwa is clearly even more fine, and something of a novelty in a slightly over the top way.
Given QR's whimsical approach, it's a concession that could just as easily be withdrawn.
As for a comparison, both are extremely comfortable places to spend time between flights. Mourjan is absolutely fine. Safwa is clearly even more fine, and something of a novelty in a slightly over the top way.
Feb 23, 2021 | 9:53 am
#7
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For the rest of us, al Safwa opened its doors to Plats-in-Business towards the end October 2019 and closed a few months later as Covid began to bite
Feb 24, 2021 | 2:32 am
#8
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: UK/TZ
Programs: QRPC Plat; Marriott Plat; Hilton Gold
Posts: 355
Dunno about the "normally". It's a concession only recently granted, and as the lounge has been closed ever since I'm not sure anyone has been able to take advantage of the new privilege.
Given QR's whimsical approach, it's a concession that could just as easily be withdrawn.
As for a comparison, both are extremely comfortable places to spend time between flights. Mourjan is absolutely fine. Safwa is clearly even more fine, and something of a novelty in a slightly over the top way.
Given QR's whimsical approach, it's a concession that could just as easily be withdrawn.
As for a comparison, both are extremely comfortable places to spend time between flights. Mourjan is absolutely fine. Safwa is clearly even more fine, and something of a novelty in a slightly over the top way.
Mar 11, 2021 | 1:46 am
#9
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 593
Hi All,
I am a Platinum QRPC member and travelling on QR metal via DOH next week in Business Class (J on way out, R on return leg).
Their customer service team just sent me this message now.
"Please be advised that our Al Safwa First Lounge is now once again operational and you will be entitled for a free access to your outbound flights. On the other hand, your inbound flight which is on classic fare will be subject for a fee."
- I thought Al Safwa First Lounge was still closed?
- Also thought that Platinum members had access even on R coded tickets.
I would super appreciate if someone can confirm/correct me!! Thank you so much!!
I am a Platinum QRPC member and travelling on QR metal via DOH next week in Business Class (J on way out, R on return leg).
Their customer service team just sent me this message now.
"Please be advised that our Al Safwa First Lounge is now once again operational and you will be entitled for a free access to your outbound flights. On the other hand, your inbound flight which is on classic fare will be subject for a fee."
- I thought Al Safwa First Lounge was still closed?
- Also thought that Platinum members had access even on R coded tickets.
I would super appreciate if someone can confirm/correct me!! Thank you so much!!
Mar 11, 2021 | 6:57 am
#10
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Johannesburg
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Posts: 518
I managed to get in just before closure, arrived 15th 16th March 2020. Loved the bedrooms got nearly 6hrs sleep, rest of the lounge felt empty, guess maybe 15 people or so, and its HUGE
Mar 11, 2021 | 1:13 pm
#11
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: CEB - primary/YVR -secondary
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Guys,
Have a flight in 2 weeks. Is Al mourjan full or close to that at around midnight to 3AM?
This was peak time pre covid days
Thanks!
Have a flight in 2 weeks. Is Al mourjan full or close to that at around midnight to 3AM?
This was peak time pre covid days
Thanks!
Mar 11, 2021 | 3:04 pm
#12
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The current peak hours for Al Mourjan is the morning rush ( it starts to get crowded at 6:00 & gets quieter around 10:00 ). Nights are usually quiet at Al Mourjan these days.
Mar 11, 2021 | 4:48 pm
#13
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About 20-30% of max capacity at half pass midnight? You know? I'm asking coz now coz Y pax status holders are now eligible to enter J lounge
Mar 15, 2021 | 7:30 am
#14
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I was there a bit more than a week ago, and the lounge was very quiet after 11 pm. There are ok loungers to sleep on but please bring earplugs
Mar 15, 2021 | 8:39 am
#15
Join Date: Jan 2013
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I should check Finnair flyertalk since that's my main program for OW. but everything there is so quiet!