Encalm Lounge (International)
★4.5(1,435 reviews)HYD · Domestic Terminal · airside
Hyderabad's everyday international Encalm lounge — DragonPass, hot food and runway views.
The Encalm Lounge (International) at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport sits airside on Level E, beside boarding gate 23, in Hyderabad's international departures area. It's the everyday international Encalm option at HYD and is reachable on a DragonPass membership. The space is bright and contemporary, with large windows offering runway views and a mix of comfortable armchairs and communal tables that suit both solo travellers and groups. Hot and cold food is served, alongside soft drinks, and there's a children's area for families. Air conditioning keeps the lounge comfortable in Hyderabad's heat, and the atmosphere stays calm and low-noise — a good place to relax or do a little quiet work before an international departure.
Crowding · moderate
A workable spot before a flight, with Wi-Fi and seating you can use for a laptop. Fine for email and light work, though it isn't a dedicated business lounge.
Encalm serves a hot and cold buffet on the international side — hot dishes alongside a cold spread of salads and snacks, with soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. It's a comfortable spread to eat before an international departure, with a children's area making it workable for families.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After clearing security and immigration in international departures, head to Level E near boarding gate 23, where the Encalm Lounge is located.
- 01Check in for your international flight
- 02Clear security and immigration
- 03Head to Level E in international departures
- 04Find the Encalm Lounge beside boarding gate 23
Landmarks: Boarding gate 23 · Level E, international departures
ℹ The lounge is located at the Domestic Departures beside boarding gate 21, level E.
DragonPassIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary soft drinks · Premium drinks for sale
Facts checked by LoungeDeal on Jul 17, 2026
- —Children under 5 enter free
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Make the most of it.
DragonPass is the access route here — confirm your card before you travel.
This is the international-side Encalm Lounge; the domestic Encalm Lounge is near Gate 21.
There's a children's area, making it a comfortable choice for families.
Large windows give runway views — grab a window seat if you can.
Air conditioning makes it a welcome break from Hyderabad's heat.
Quick answers.
Access is on a DragonPass membership. Present your DragonPass with your boarding pass at the door.
It's airside in international departures, on Level E beside boarding gate 23, after security and immigration.
Yes — there's a dedicated children's area, and the lounge serves hot and cold food suitable for families.
