![Qantas Hong Kong Lounge seating](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-cathay-tail.jpg)
Qantas has reopened its Hong Kong Lounge, and the service is just as good as ever.
I visited last week, and in my opinion, this is now the best lounge at Hong Kong Airport. (Yes, I visited Cathay Pacific’s The Wing First Lounge as well.)
Originally unveiled in 2014, Qantas had announced during the pandemic that it was permanently closing its popular Hong Kong Lounge. But demand has recovered faster than expected, to the point that Qantas is even now running Airbus A380s to Hong Kong.
Luckily, the old lounge space was still available and Qantas managed to reclaim it. With a fresh coat of paint and some new furnishings, Qantas reopened the lounge to passengers last month.
![Airport lounge sign for Qantas Lounge HKG](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-airport-sign.jpg)
You can find the lounge by turning right immediately after clearing security and immigration.
![Qantas Hong Kong Lounge entrance](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qantas-hkg-lounge-entry.jpg)
Upon entering the lounge, I immediately recognised some familiar faces including Paul. The lounge is now under new management, with Sodexo (the operator of the Cathay Pacific lounges) having taken over from Accor at this particular port. But many of the old staff have returned, and are now working alongside a few new (but equally good) staff.
My travelling companion and I were welcomed very warmly into the lounge and offered a table in the dining area.
The lounge space
Open daily from 2.30pm until 10pm, the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge doesn’t just serve passengers on the evening Qantas departures to Australia. It’s also accessible to eligible frequent flyers and Business/First Class passengers of Cathay Pacific, and other Oneworld carriers such as Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines.
A fairly large and airy space above the main terminal concourse, the lounge has a capacity of 290 people. It was fairly quiet during my visit, prior to boarding QF128, so the space was nice and peaceful.
![Qantas Hong Kong Lounge seating](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-seating.jpg)
The lounge offers great tarmac views. And of course, there are toilets and showers available.
![Qantas Hong Kong Lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-neon.jpg)
Food & beverage
One of the best things about the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge has always been the food. I’m pleased to say that this hasn’t changed. There’s still a very good buffet selection…
![Buffet at the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-buffet.jpg)
The lounge also has a rotating “plate of the day” menu. During my visit, the specials were beef brisket noodle soup and a couple of classics that have returned from the old lounge menu – Guangdong style chicken and BBQ pork.
![Guangdong chicken, a returning classic of the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-guangdong-chicken.jpg)
The BBQ pork was especially tasty.
![House made BBQ pork with steamed rice, smashed cucumber salad, cabbage and radish pickles at Qantas Hong Kong lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-bbq-pork.jpg)
The staff also brought us a small serve of Qantas’ famous salt & pepper squid, which can normally be found on the Qantas First Lounge menus in Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore and Los Angeles.
![Salt and pepper squid in Hong Kong](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-squid.jpg)
But perhaps the highlight was the yum cha trolley, which was a pre-COVID favourite at the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge.
![The yum cha trolley at Qantas Hong Kong lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qantas-hkg-lounge-yum-cha.jpg)
The bar was well-stocked and the bartenders could make you a wide selection of drinks.
![Qantas Hong Kong Lounge bar](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qantas-hong-kong-lounge-bar-2023.jpg)
There was also self-service wine available…
![Selection of wines in the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-wine.jpg)
…and a range of non-alcoholic beverages.
![Refreshment station at Qantas Hong Kong Lounge](https://www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au/app/uploads/2023/05/qf-hkg-lounge-refreshment-station.jpg)
Special service for Platinum One members
The Qantas Hong Kong Lounge is a combined space for Business & First Class passengers, as well as Qantas Gold, Platinum, Platinum One and Oneworld Sapphire & Emerald frequent flyers. Complimentary Qantas lounge invitations are also accepted here if you’re departing on a Qantas flight.
Credit Cards with Qantas Lounge Invitations
- Card Name
- Qantas American Express Premium
- Earn
- 1
- Signup Bonus
-
20,000 bonus Qantas Points
- Annual Fee
- $249 p.a. annual fee
- Read more
- Read the guide
Qantas Frequent Flyer Qantas Points on everyday purchases
- Card Name
- Qantas American Express Ultimate
- Earn
- 1.25
- Signup Bonus
-
Up to 90,000 bonus Qantas Points
Apply by 03rd Sep 2024
- Annual Fee
- $450 p.a.
- Read more
- Read the guide
Qantas Frequent Flyer Qantas Points on everyday purchases
- Card Name
- Qantas Premier Platinum
- Earn
- 1
- Signup Bonus
-
Up to 100,000 bonus Qantas Points*
- Annual Fee
- $349 for the first year and $399 p.a. ongoing
- Read more
- Read the guide
Qantas Frequent Flyer Qantas Points on everyday purchases
There is no differentiated service for Gold and Platinum members, but Qantas Platinum One and Chairman’s Lounge members get a little bit of extra attention. There isn’t a dedicated seating area for VIPs, but the staff know who they are and check on them more often. There’s also a nicer champagne reserved for Platinum One and Chairman’s Lounge members.
Summary
The Qantas Hong Kong Lounge is open again, and the lounge staff are clearly proud to show off the newly reopened space. It has (almost) everything you need, great food and drinks, and warm service, making it a great place to spend a few hours before you fly out of Hong Kong.
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