Salon VIP
★4.4(18 reviews)NKC
Nouakchott's SkyTeam lounge — status or a premium cabin gets you in.
The SALON VIP sits on the departure floor at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport, one of two lounges at Mauritania's main gateway. It's the airport's status lounge: access is for SkyTeam Elite Plus members and passengers flying in business or first class on a SkyTeam carrier, making it the natural choice if your ticket or frequent-flyer tier qualifies. The lounge is a compact, comfortable space rather than a sprawling flagship — expect Wi-Fi, a cold food selection, soft drinks, TV screens and newspapers, with step-free access for travellers who need it. Its opening window runs from the afternoon into midnight, lining up with Nouakchott's evening departure bank, so it suits the long-haul flights that leave later in the day more than an early-morning departure.
Crowding · busiest around evening departures
Workable for light tasks before a flight thanks to Wi-Fi and a quiet seat, but this is a compact VIP lounge rather than a business-focused space — no listed power outlets, desks or business centre.
The SALON VIP keeps its catering simple — a cold food spread alongside soft drinks, suited to a light bite before a flight rather than a full meal. There's no hot buffet or bar listed, so set your expectations toward a snack and a drink in a quiet setting.
The SALON VIP is on the departure floor of Nouakchott–Oumtounsy's single passenger terminal. Follow signs from the departures area after check-in.
- 01Check in at the terminal
- 02Proceed to the departure floor
- 03Follow signage to the SALON VIP
Landmarks: Departure floor
ℹ Departure Floor
SkyTeam Elite PlusSkyTeam Elite Plus Status or Business/First Class Ticket
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Access is for SkyTeam Elite Plus members and business/first passengers — bring your card or boarding pass to show eligibility.
The lounge runs roughly 16:00 to 00:00, so it suits evening departures more than early-morning flights.
If you don't hold SkyTeam status, the Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge opposite gate 5 sells walk-in paid entry instead.
Expect a cold spread and soft drinks rather than a hot buffet or bar — eat before you arrive if you want a full meal.
Step-free access is available if you need it.
Quick answers.
SkyTeam Elite Plus members and passengers travelling in business or first class on a SkyTeam carrier. It's the only status-based lounge access at NKC.
The SALON VIP runs an afternoon-to-midnight window, roughly 16:00 to 00:00, built around Nouakchott's evening departures. Confirm on the day if you're flying early.
No. The SALON VIP is a compact VIP lounge with Wi-Fi, a cold spread, soft drinks, TV and newspapers, but no listed shower or sleeping facilities.
