Abu Dhabi being the capital city of UAE has the best international airport. According to most of the visitors, the airport itself resembles a lounge. This explains how outstanding the airport lounges in Abu Dhabi are going to be. Here are some of the top airport lounges in Abu Dhabi airport which you must definitely pay a visit to.
1. Al Dhabi Premium Lounge
Al Dhabi Premium Lounge is run by Plaza Premium Lounges. It is located on Terminal 1. It provides comfortable spaces for the visitors with delicious food. Only Terminal 1 and Terminal passengers can access this lounge. Some benefits that can be availed from Al Dhabi Premium Lounge are
- Exclusive conference rooms
- Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic beverages
- International cuisine
- Private rooms
- Television and Wifi
- Private smoking area
- Shower rooms
- Newspapers and Magazines
- 24/7 available
Ways to access Al Dhabi Premium Lounge:
- Travelers can book online on various lounge access portals like LoungeBuddy
- Visa Infinite or Mastercard holders are eligible for access
- Priority pass or LoungeKey customers are eligible
- Travelers can avail pay and enter facility
2. Etihad First and Business Class Lounge
Etihad First and Business Class Lounge are located on Terminal 1 itself. This exclusive lounge provides luxurious benefits for its premium customers.
- Spas services
- Kids area
- Smoking zone
- Food and beverages
- Wifi access
- Flight information monitors are available
- Can access printer, television, telephone
- 24/7 available
Ways to access Etihad First and Business Class Lounge:
Etihad Business or First class passengers can get direct access to Etihad lounge without any prior booking. Etihad Economy flyers can avail walk-in facility on paying the entry costs. walk-in is provided based on the capacity of that day.
3. Etihad Airways Arrival Lounge
Apart from the departure lounges, Etihad provides arrivals lounge at Terminal 1. It is the best place to relax for the travelers who had a long flight. It provides:
- Shower rooms
- Facility for getting your clothes pressed
- Refreshments
- Food & beverages
- Spa
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Tv
- Wifi access
- 24/7 available
Ways to access Etihad Airways Arrival Lounge:
Etihad First/Business Class passengers can access Etihad Airways arrival lounge after arriving at Abu Dhabi International airport. There is walk-in available for Economy class flyers based on the availability at the lounge.
4. Al Ghazal Lounge by Plaza Premium Lounge
Al Ghazal Lounge is operated by Plaza Premium Lounge. It is located on Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal 2. It works from 8am – 4pm; 8pm – 4pm. It provides
- Luxury meals
- Wifi & Internet terminals
- Drinks and refreshments
- Newspapers and Magazines
- Tv access
- Alcoholic beverages
- Kids below 2 years are provided free access
Ways to access Al Ghazal Lounge:
- Mastercard and Visa Infinite credit card customers can get access to the lounge
- Travelers can use their LoungeKey or Priority Pass membership
- Can book it online on Plaza Premium Lounge, Lounge Buddy websites
- Provides walk-in facility
5. Etihad Airways Premium Lounge
Etihad Airways Premium Lounge is known for their hospitality with amazing dining and leisure benefits. It will be open 3 hrs before the first departure and closes after the last departure at AUH. It provides
- Business rooms for conference
- Smoke room
- Alcoholic & Non-alcoholic beverages are available
- Telephone and Tv
- Spa
- Kids play area
- Gym access
- Shower rooms
- International cuisine
Ways to access Etihad Airways Premium Lounge:
Etihad Airways premium customers are provided access to the exclusive lounge.
Credit cards that provide lounge access
Some of the best credit cards in UAE provides exclusive access to the Etihad Lounges worldwide. Along with the travel benefits on the cards they provide Etihad miles as well. On every usage of the card, Etihad miles will be generated, that can be redeemed for lounge benefits.
FAB Credit Card:
FAB Etihad Guest credit card holders can earn up to 7 Etihad miles on every AED 10 spent using the card. They are provided with airport lounge benefits other than miles.
FAB Etihad Guest credit cards- FAB Etihad Guest Infinite Credit Card, FAB Etihad Guest Signature Credit Card, FAB Etihad Guest Platinum Credit Card.
ADCB Credit Card:
Other than travel benefits which include airport lounges privileges, ADCB Etihad Guest Above credit cardholders can earn up to 3 Etihad miles per AED 1 spent using the card.
ADIB Credit Card:
ADIB provides 1.5-3 Etihad miles per 4 AED spent using any ADIB Etihad Card.
ADIB Etihad Cards- ADIB Etihad Visa Platinum Card, ADIB Etihad Gold Card, ADIB Etihad Classic Card.
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