Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge
★3.9(648 reviews)NKC · Opposite gate 5
Nouakchott's pay-per-visit lounge — walk in, no status or membership required.
The Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge sits opposite gate 5 at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport, one of two lounges at Mauritania's main gateway. It's the airport's pay-per-visit option, so unlike the status-only SALON VIP, anyone can get in by buying walk-in entry at the door — no SkyTeam status, airline ticket class or lounge membership required. That makes it the practical choice for economy passengers and travellers who don't hold qualifying access elsewhere. Inside, the lounge keeps things simple: complimentary snacks, a cold buffet and soft drinks in a quiet VIP space where you can settle away from the main terminal. It's a comfortable spot to wait for a flight rather than a large flagship with showers or a full restaurant, but for a pay-per-visit lounge at a smaller capital-city airport, it covers the essentials.
Crowding · varies with departures
A quiet seat is the main draw for getting a little work done, but the lounge doesn't list Wi-Fi, power outlets or desks — so it's better for resting than for working before a flight.
Catering at the Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge is simple and included in your entry — complimentary snacks alongside a cold buffet, plus soft drinks. There's no hot food or bar listed, so think of it as a light bite and a drink before your flight rather than a full meal.
The Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge is opposite gate 5 in Nouakchott–Oumtounsy's single passenger terminal. Head toward gate 5 after security and the lounge is across from it.
- 01Check in at the terminal
- 02Clear security
- 03Head toward gate 5
- 04The lounge is opposite gate 5
Landmarks: Gate 5
ℹ Oumtounsy (NKC)
Included: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary cold buffet · Complimentary soft drinks
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Make the most of it.
No status or membership is needed — just buy walk-in entry at the door.
It's the pay-per-visit alternative to the SkyTeam-only SALON VIP, so it's the go-to if you're flying economy.
Entry includes complimentary snacks, a cold buffet and soft drinks.
The lounge is opposite gate 5, so it's handy once you've cleared security.
Amenities are basic — bring your own device and earphones, as Wi-Fi isn't listed.
Quick answers.
No. The Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge sells walk-in paid entry at the door, so anyone can get in without SkyTeam status, a premium ticket or a lounge membership.
Walk-in entry includes complimentary snacks, a cold buffet and soft drinks, in a quiet VIP setting opposite gate 5.
The Ya Marhaba VIP Lounge is opposite gate 5 in Nouakchott–Oumtounsy's single passenger terminal, so it's easy to reach before boarding.