Tanzanite Lounge-KIA
★4.4(82 reviews)JRO
Kilimanjaro's airline-and-alliance lounge — a quiet sit-down space for SkyTeam and Star Alliance flyers.
The Tanzanite Lounge sits on the first floor of Kilimanjaro International Airport's single passenger terminal, and it's the airport's airline-and-alliance lounge. Access is reserved for SkyTeam Elite Plus and Star Alliance Gold members, plus passengers travelling in business or first class on an eligible carrier — there's no Priority Pass or DragonPass route here. The space is calm and modern, with earthy tones and subtle African-inspired accents, and it stays quiet even at busier times. You'll find a cold buffet and a bar, complimentary Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines, a TV area and flight-information screens, plus a business centre if you need to get some work done before boarding. It's a comfortable place to settle in away from the terminal floor when your ticket or status already covers entry.
Crowding · rarely crowded
A workable spot before a flight, with reliable Wi-Fi and a dedicated business centre for printing and getting things done. Desk space at the seating is limited, but it's quiet enough for calls.
A modest cold buffet of snacks and light bites alongside a bar with soft drinks and alcohol, including local beer. The selection is geared towards a light refreshment before a flight rather than a full sit-down meal — there's no hot food here.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
On the first floor of the passenger terminal. After clearing immigration, follow the lounge signage and take the stairs or lift to the first floor; the Tanzanite Lounge is clearly marked.
- 01Clear immigration in the passenger terminal
- 02Follow signage towards the lounges
- 03Take the stairs or lift to the first floor
- 04Arrive at the Tanzanite Lounge
Landmarks: Immigration counters · Main terminal hall · First-floor lounge signage
ℹ First Floor
SkyTeam Elite Plus
Star Alliance GoldSkyTeam Elite Plus Status or Business/First Class Ticket
Flying from JRO without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at JROMake the most of it.
This lounge takes SkyTeam and Star Alliance only — if you carry Priority Pass or DragonPass, use the Twiga Lounge by Aspire instead.
There are no showers here; the Twiga Lounge by Aspire has them if you need to freshen up.
Use the business centre if you need to print documents before your flight.
Boarding announcements can be soft — keep an eye on the flight-information screens.
Arrive a little early at peak departure times to be sure of a seat.
Quick answers.
No. The Tanzanite Lounge is accessible only through SkyTeam or Star Alliance status, or a business or first class ticket. For Priority Pass or DragonPass, use the Twiga Lounge by Aspire.
No, the Tanzanite Lounge does not have shower facilities. The Twiga Lounge by Aspire at the same airport does.
There's no strict dress code, but smart casual attire is recommended.
