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Star Alliance has unveiled its newest lounge at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). It’s located in the airport’s newly opened Terminal 3 and further expands the alliance’s premium offerings in Asia.
The new lounge spans approximately 15,000 square feet and accommodates around 245 guests. One of its most distinctive features is a 7,535-square-meter outdoor garden. This is a rare open-air space in airport lounges that provides travelers with a quiet and relaxing environment before their flights. I love when lounges have these and Delta has done a great job offering them in multiple lounges across the United States.
Open 24 hours a day, the lounge is designed to serve international travelers across varying schedules. It offers a range of spaces tailored to different needs, including rest areas, sleep pods, private rooms, reading zones, and dedicated workspaces.
The lounge is available to First and Business Class passengers, as well as Star Alliance Gold members traveling on any member airline departing from Terminal 3 (regardless of cabin class).
Dining is a key highlight, with a menu developed in partnership with the Pullman Hotel’s culinary team. Guests can enjoy a mix of Chinese and Western cuisine with a focus on fresh ingredients alongside a full range of premium amenities.
The design reflects local culture, incorporating elements of Lingnan heritage and Guangzhou’s natural environment. A central sculptural installation inspired by the kapok flower, the city’s symbol, anchors the space, while a dedicated tea experience introduces guests to traditional Chinese tea culture.
The opening also marks the full transition of Star Alliance lounge operations at the airport from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3. Air China, ANA, Asiana Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Air, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, THAI, and Turkish Airlines fly a total of 1,500 weekly departures to 52 destinations across 10 countries from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN).
Ambar Franco, Vice President of Customer Experience at Star Alliance, said:
Lounges are a critical part of the customer experience for Star Alliance member airline passengers, supporting our vision for more seamless and effortless journeys. As Guangzhou continues to grow as an important international gateway in China, this new space reflects the evolution of our lounge offering. It is bigger and better, and will deliver enhanced comfort and functionality for Star Alliance member airline customers.”
Anthony’s Take: This is one of several alliance-led lounges that I have written about recently. It’s great to see the investment in airports where no one airline has a hub.
(Image Credits: Star Alliance.)
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Now if they would only fly to Yiwu from there that would be perfect. China Southern has a monopoly on that route and charge $200 each way for economy with full planes the entire day.l during canton fair days.