Cathay Pacific The Pier, FirstHong Kong Airport (HKG)
★4.7(993 reviews)HKG · Terminal 1
Cathay's First Class flagship at home — Ilse Crawford-designed residential space, tea house, day suites.
Cathay Pacific The Pier, First at HKG Terminal 1 Level 6 near Gate 63 is Cathay's First Class flagship lounge globally. Designed by Ilse Crawford as a residential space — warm wood, soft lighting, intimate seating clusters, tea house with curated Chinese teas, day suites for pre-flight rest, on-demand dining (à la carte rather than buffet). Access for CX First Class passengers, Marco Polo Diamond status holders, and oneworld Emerald travelers on CX-operated flights.
Crowding · comfortable
Dedicated work zone with premium desks. Day suites for fully private focused work. Quietest CX lounge.
On-demand à-la-carte dining — Cantonese signatures (wonton noodles, dim sum, dan dan), Western mains, all chef-prepared. Manned bar with Champagne, premium spirits, Cathay signature cocktails. Curated Chinese tea at the tea house.
Dietary: Vegetarian · Halal labeled where available · Gluten-free on request
After immigration at T1, take the escalator to Level 6. Walk to Gate 63 area. The Pier First is signposted.
- 01Clear immigration at T1
- 02Take escalator to Level 6
- 03Walk to Gate 63
- 04Follow The Pier First signage
Landmarks: Gate 63 · The Pier Business (next door, separate entrance)
ℹ Terminal 1, Level 6, near Gate 63, AfterSecurity
oneworld EmeraldIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary finger food · Complimentary full service restaurant · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary full bar
oneworld Emerald Status or First Class Ticket
Flying from HKG without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at HKGCathay Pacific The Pier, First tips
The tea house is the cultural centerpiece — order a proper Pu'er or oolong service.
On-demand dining is à la carte — order what you want when you want.
Day suites are first-come — book at reception on arrival.
Marco Polo Diamond is the lowest CX status that grants access without a First boarding pass.
Ilse Crawford-designed — most distinctive lounge design at HKG.
Cathay Pacific The Pier, First: frequently asked questions
No — Gold uses The Pier Business / The Bridge. Diamond is the lowest tier for The Pier First.
No — CX First / Marco Polo Diamond / oneworld Emerald on CX only.
