The three Melbourne Airport International Departure lounges anyone can access
You don’t need to be a celebrity or millionaire to sip champagne and enjoy a gourmet meal before your next overseas trip. Here’s how almost anyone can get access to these luxe airport lounges.
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There are few things more exciting than finally arriving at the airport before your overseas holiday.
But after checking-in, passing security and customs, you’ve got another 2.5 hours until your flight starts boarding.
Instead of aimlessly walking through the terminal or waiting at the gate, the next best option is access to an airport lounge — where the food and drink is good and plentiful.
We’ve found three luxe lounges at Melbourne Airport that you can enjoy a glass of champagne, have a shower and meal before your flight.
And the best part? You don’t need to be a frequent flyer or be sitting in the pointy-end of the plane.
T2, International Departures, Airside near gate 10.
6.30am-10pm, daily.
COST: $80 per adult (online) $90, $40 per child for three hours.
You don’t need any fancy airline membership or be flying at the pointy-end of the plane to get access to The House. There’s waiter service, an al la carte dining menu, wine list, barista-made coffee, showers, unlimited wi-fi and copious newspapers and glossy mags to flick through at your leisure.
T2, International Departures, Airside near gate 9.
6am-11pm, daily.
COST: $65 per adult for two hours, and $75 for five hours.
This pay as you go lounge invites all travellers, regardless of airline or flight class. There’s an al la carte menu for lunch and dinner, matched with an Aussie wine. Plus barista made coffee and unlimited wi-fi. Have the kids in tow? There’s a tailored menu just for them, and a selection of books.
T2, International Departures, Airside, Level 3, between gates 9 and 11.
Open 6am to midnight daily.
COST: $69 per adult.
The Marhaba Lounge has some of the best views of the tarmac in the airport. Hudsons Coffee will refuel you before your flight. There’s also complimentary al la carte and buffet dining options, wine and other alcoholic and non beverages available. No appetite?
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Have a snooze on the leather sofas or massage chairs, take a shower or browse the net with free Wi-Fi.
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