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Riyadh Premier Lounge

4.6(3,194 reviews)

RUH · Terminal 1, Departure Hall

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Terminal 1's Star Alliance lounge — quiet zones, a food station and natural light.

About this lounge

The Riyadh Premier Lounge sits in Terminal 1 at Riyadh King Khalid International, on the 1st floor of the departure hall near Gate 18 — the terminal that serves foreign airlines and Star Alliance carriers. It's the Star Alliance option here, welcoming eligible passengers and status holders flying those carriers. The lounge offers a serene escape from the bustling terminal, with modern decor featuring sleek furniture and warm lighting. It's thoughtfully laid out with distinct zones, including a quiet TV area and a vibrant food station, so you can choose between relaxing and a livelier corner. The noise level is moderate, making it suitable for both rest and light productivity, and large windows let natural light stream in for a welcoming ambiance. Overall it's a comfortable retreat ahead of a Star Alliance departure from Terminal 1.

Star Alliance accessTerminal 1 departure hall, 1st floor near Gate 18Distinct zones — quiet TV area and food stationModern decor with sleek furniture and warm lightingNatural light from large windows
Best forStar Alliance status passengersTravellers wanting a quiet TV zoneTerminal 1 departuresNoise: moderate

Crowding · moderate

Work readinessFAIR
6.0/ 10
Wi-FiGood
PowerMany seats
Desk spaceGeneral seating usable for laptops
Quiet areasA dedicated quiet TV area.

Suitable for both rest and light productivity at a moderate noise level, with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and a quiet TV zone you can step away to. Good for email and light work.

Printer available

Food & drink

A vibrant food station offers hot and cold options alongside coffee, tea and soft drinks. The spread is geared to pre-flight refreshment ahead of Star Alliance departures from Terminal 1.

Hot dishes from the food station
Cold spread and salads
Sandwiches and snacks
Arabic coffee and tea
Soft drinks and juices

Dietary: Vegetarian options · Halal

Must tryA plate from the food station before boarding,Arabic coffee in the quiet TV area,A snack with a view through the large windows
How to get there
6 min walkTerminal 1, Departure Hall

In the Terminal 1 departure hall, on the 1st floor near Gate 18.

  1. 01Arrive at Terminal 1
  2. 02Clear security
  3. 03Head to the 1st floor of the departure hall
  4. 04The Riyadh Premier Lounge is near Gate 18

Landmarks: Gate 18 · Terminal 1 departure hall, 1st floor

1st floor,near Gate 18

Amenities
Cold food
Magazines
TV
Accessible facilities
Business centre
Printing
Phone calls
Hours & entry
Opening hours
MON 00:00-23:59 TUE 00:00-23:59 WED 00:00-23:59 THU 00:00-23:59 FRI 00:00-23:59 SAT 00:00-23:59 SUN 00:00-23:59
Entry
Star Alliance Gold
Location
Terminal 1, Departure Hall
Membership required

Star Alliance Gold Status or Business Class Ticket

Flying from RUH without status? These lounges sell day passes:

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Insider tips

Make the most of it.

01

Access is by Star Alliance status — there's no general walk-in here.

02

It's in the Terminal 1 departure hall on the 1st floor near Gate 18.

03

Use the quiet TV area if you want to rest and the food station corner if you want a livelier spot.

04

Terminal 1 serves foreign and Star Alliance carriers — match it to your flight.

05

If you don't qualify, the Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 1 takes Priority Pass.

FAQ

Quick answers.

Eligible Star Alliance status passengers flying from Terminal 1 at Riyadh King Khalid International.

In the Terminal 1 departure hall, on the 1st floor near Gate 18.

Yes — the lounge has a dedicated quiet TV area alongside a livelier food station.

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