Not Flying Business Class? This Airport Lounge Allows Walk-Ins
In case you're flying out of Clark International Airport anytime soon.
(SPOT.ph) Business-class passengers, aside from enjoying premium seats aboard a plane, often have access to airport lounges where they can have unlimited coffee or beer, plop on comfy seats, and even take a shower in a nice restroom. Likewise, selected credit card-holders also have the benefit of waiting for boarding time at either the PAGSS Airport Lounge or Marhaba Lounge. But if you don't have either, you can also check out the airport lounge if you happen to be flying out of Clark International Airport in Pampanga. Plaza Premium Lounge allows walk-ins with rates starting only at P650. It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Who can access the Plaza Premium Lounge at Clark International Airport:
Business-Class Passengers
Business-class passengers for Starlux Airlines, EVA Air, Emirates, and Philippine Airlines can access the Plaza Premium Lounge for free.
Walk-Ins
If you have an economy-class ticket, don't worry. You can still access the Plaza Premium Lounge through their walk-in rate of P2,480 for adults or P1,736 for kids. This includes a two-hour stay at the lounge and access to the unlimited buffet, shower rooms, and smoking area. If you just want to take a shower (maximum duration of 30 minutes), you're only required to pay P650. Smokers can pay P800 for 30-minute access to their indoor smoking area and one complimentary drink (coffee, soda, or bottled water).
Amenities and services at the Plaza Premium Lounge:
Upon entering the air-conditioned lounge, the first thing you'll see are rows of individual cushioned seats with green-and-brown color motif that are relaxing to the eyes. There are also individual pods with charging ports and wooden desks for last-minute work tasks before you hop on a plane for an off-the-grid vacation. Exclusive WiFi is available within the lounge.
The dining area features an unlimited buffet of Filipino dishes, a coffee maker, dispensers with lemon-infused water and iced tea, and a fridge with canned soda and beer. There are long tables with high chairs, perfect for solo travelers; and dining booths for groups.
Plaza Premium Lounge has two separate toilet-and-bath, aside from the women's and men's restrooms with toilet stalls. There's also a separate PWD-friendly toilet and bath. These facilities have soap-and-shampoo dispensers, hair dryers, and towels for use. There's also a private nursing room with air-conditioning, a couch, and a lavatory.
To make sure that the lounge is as quiet as possible, there are no boarding announcements booming from the speakers. Instead, you can refer to the TV screens for boarding time. Plaza Premium Lounge staff are also there to remind you if you need to head to the boarding gate ASAP.
Other Plaza Premium Lounge outlets:
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
marhaba Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Lounge (Departures, Terminal 1)
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
marhaba Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport Lounge (Departures, Terminal 3)
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport
Plaza Premium Lounge (International Departures, Terminal 2)
Open daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Plaza Premium Lounge (Domestic Departure, Terminal 1)
Open 24 hours
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Plaza Premium Lounge is at the International Pre-Departure Hall, Clark International Airport, Clark Freeport Zone, Mabalacat, Pampanga. Rates start at P650 (for shower use only). It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, visit Plaza Premium Lounge's website.