With its soaring spaces, bathed in natural light, Hong Kong International Airport forms a spectacular gateway to Asia’s most exciting city and represents one of the best airports in the world. The airport is the travel hub of Cathay Pacific, which manages a total of seven lounges at terminal 1 & 2 that rank among the world’s most luxurious and exclusive airline lounges. When it’s your first time in the airport, it might be quite difficult to find out where all the lounges are located and which one is best.
These lounges are spread throughout the terminal so that passengers can relax in the lounge nearest to their gate. However, The Wing lounge is a step up from the other lounges, so I advise you to visit The Wing, and then proceed to your gate around 15 minutes before boarding time. The Wing lounge complex is located immediately behind the security checkpoint (near gates 1-4) and houses a First Class and Business Class lounge. I have previously reviewed the Wing airport lounge.
The Pier lounge, located near gate 65, represents Cathay Pacific’s flagship lounge complex and features a separate lounge facility for First and Business Class passengers. This is the other “best lounge” to use while waiting for your flight as it offers some of the best facilities and food.
The Bridge is an exclusive Business Class lounge located one floor below the main concourse near gate 35.
The Cabin airport lounge is an exclusive Business Class lounge located near gate 25.
Cathay Pacific also has a small arrival lounge located between terminals 1 and 2.
I have also reviewed the United Airport lounge in Hong Kong Airport along with the Plaza Premium Lounge, which you can access with a Priority Pass or pay to get into.
My final review is of The Sanctuary lounge. Opened at the end of January, The Sanctuary by Pure Yoga represents a new angle in partnerships for Cathay Pacific. This 700 ft² space is located on the right side of the lounge upon entry. It is one long rectangular space, divided into two zones – the front part is The Body Sanctuary, and the back part is The Mind Sanctuary. The Body Sanctuary, as you can imagine, is a space dedicated to activities involving body movements. To enter, we will first need to remove our shoes and store it at the storage at the right side of the entrance. On the left side of the entrance, there is a small cubicle for one person to do self-training.
Moving past the cubicle, in the main Body Santuary area, the left side of this area has 5 yoga mats on a slightly elevated podium. There is a large TV screen with a video instructor demonstrating yoga moves. I tried my hand in a few, and the instructions were clear and simple to follow. Maintaining the positions however, was definitely not my forte!
This new amenity provided by Cathay Pacific is definitely pushing the boundaries with new innovative ideas for their lounges. Similarly, Etihad is providing a gym in their first class lounge. We look forward to more innovative spaces being provided by more airlines!
Best Airline Lounges At Hong Kong International Airport
Review: American Express Centurion Lounge At Hong Kong Airport
For a recent short flight from Hong Kong, I took a carrier that was not part of any alliance. Luckily, I had access to the American Express Centurion Lounge through my American Express card and was also invited to visit the exclusive Centurion card (the legendary black card!) area. Platinum® Members have unlimited complimentary access to The CenturionSM Lounges around the world. For unlimited airport lounge access, whether you are flying Economy or Premium Economy, Business or First, you will need to apply for the Platinum American Express card.
Review: United Club Lounge At Hong Kong International Airport
In this trip report, I review the United Club Lounge at Hong Kong Airport (HKG), which I got access to before boarding my flight on the new United Polaris Business Class On Boeing 777-300ER. This lounge can be found in the northwest concourse of Terminal 1. It is reached by the lift and there are a number of airline lounges on the same floor including the Emirates Lounge, Thai Royal Orchid Lounge, Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and the two Plaza Premium Lounges, which you can access with your Priority Pass and pay to enter.
Review: Cathay Pacific The Wing First Class Lounge, Hong Kong
The Wing is Cathay Pacific’s flagship First Class lounge in Hong Kong International Airport HKG, and in this review, I outline my thoughts on this rather excellent airport lounge. You can also read a more recent review of the Wing Business Airport Lounge. The Wing is located right behind the security checkpoint at the airport’s terminal 1. It also happens to be the third-largest airport terminal in the world (number one and two are Beijing’s Terminal 3 and Dubai’s Terminal 3).
Review: The Wing Business Class Lounge, Hong Kong Airport
The Wing Business Lounge is one of Cathay Pacific’s business class lounges at Hong Kong International Airport. It is located near Gate 1-4. Entrance to The Wing is for passengers flying First or Business class with Cathay Pacific, Marco Polo Club elite members, and Oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members flying on Oneworld-operated carriers. I have been here many times, and this review is just a general review of the lounge instead of a specific trip. I have also visited The Pier First Lounge at Hong Kong Airport. A large lounge, The Wing Business Class, spans two storeys.
Review: The Pier First Class Lounge, Hong Kong Airport
The Pier First Class Lounge is Cathay Pacific’s new flagship lounge in Hong Kong International Airport, which opened in the middle of 2015. I planned my flights to coincide with the opening and managed to experience the lounge on its opening day. Since then, I have gone back a few times, and I have also visited The Wing Business Lounge at Hong Kong Airport. The Pier First Class can be accessed by passengers flying First class with Cathay Pacific, Marco Polo Club Diamond members, as well as oneworld Emerald members flying on oneworld operated carriers. The Pier is located near Gate 63.
Review: Cathay Pacific The Bridge Lounge At Hong Kong Airport
In this trip report, I review the Cathay Pacific The Bridge Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), which I got access to before boarding my flight on the new Cathay Pacific A350 Business Class Hong Kong to Düsseldorf. Cathay Pacific commissioned world-renowned, UK-based architectural firm Foster + Partners to design The Bridge, which opened in 2013. It’s clear that a lot of effort has been put in creating a stylish environment with a relaxed and homey vibe where one can unwind before a flight.
Review: The Sanctuary By Pure Yoga In The Pier Business Class Lounge HKG Airport
Last week, as I was flying out of Hong Kong airport, I decided to pay a visit to the new Yoga space in The Pier Business Class Lounge. This review has also been added to our review of the best airport lounges in Hong Kong airport which outlines the best lounge to choose whichever airline you are traveling with. Opened at the end of January, The Sanctuary by Pure Yoga represents a new angle in partnerships for Cathay Pacific. This 700 ft² space is located on the right side of the lounge upon entry.
Hong Kong Airport Plaza Premium Lounge Review
The Hongkong Airport Plaza Premium Airport Lounge is allocated to passengers flying in business class on Etihad Airways from Hong Kong to Abu Dhabi (Gate 65). This lounge is conveniently located near Gate 40 (for guests using Gate 30 or above), directly after passengers exit the automated people mover, then use the escalator up to Level 7. The lounge has two sections, one for paying guests (2 hours 480 HKD) near the entry and one for business class passengers on the left.
American Express Will Open New Centurion Lounge In Hong Kong
American Express has announced plans to open its first The Centurion Lounge in Asia later this year. Centurion Lounges are complimentary for American Express Platinum Card or Centurion Card holders. They tend to be a great deal better than domestic lounges and you can read our full guide to American Express Centurion Lounges and you can read our review of the American Express Centurion lounge at La Guardia Airport New York. In a nutshell, most are in America and the ambiance tends to be very good in these lounges.
Review: The Sanctuary By Pure Yoga In The Pier Business Class Lounge HKG Airport
Last week, as I was flying out of Hong Kong airport, I decided to pay a visit to the new Yoga space in The Pier Business Class Lounge. This review has also been added to our review of the best airport lounges in Hong Kong airport which outlines the best lounge to choose whichever airline you are traveling with. Opened at the end of January, The Sanctuary by Pure Yoga represents a new angle in partnerships for Cathay Pacific. This 700 ft² space is located on the right side of the lounge upon entry.
You may also be interested in our review of the best executive or club lounges in Hong Kong hotels.
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