Simba Lounge
★3.8(50 reviews)NBO · Terminal 1A · airside
A SkyTeam and DragonPass lounge airside on Level 2 of Terminal 1A.
Simba Lounge is an independent contract lounge airside in Terminal 1A at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. After clearing passport control and security, you pass Duty Free, turn right towards Gate 15 and take the stairs or elevator up to Level 2. It accepts SkyTeam status and DragonPass access, which makes it a convenient option for Kenya Airways and other SkyTeam passengers as well as DragonPass members. The lounge offers a contemporary, comfortable setting with a mix of seating zones, complimentary snacks and drinks, and free Wi-Fi — a calmer place to wait than the concourse before a long-haul departure.
Crowding · busy at peak
A workable pre-flight spot with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and laptop-friendly seating. Fine for email and light work, though it's not a dedicated business lounge.
✓ Printer available
A complimentary self-service spread of light bites and snacks alongside soft drinks, with beers, wines and spirits, plus coffee and tea through the day. Geared to a pre-flight bite rather than a full sit-down meal.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After passport control and security, pass Duty Free, turn right towards Gate 15, and take the elevator or stairs up to Level 2.
- 01Clear passport control and security
- 02Pass Duty Free and turn right
- 03Head towards Gate 15
- 04Take the elevator or stairs to Level 2
Landmarks: Gate 15 · Duty Free · Terminal 1A Level 2
ℹ Airside - After passport control and security check, after Duty Free turn right and head towards Gate 15, take the elevator/stairs to Level 2.
SkyTeam Elite Plus
DragonPassIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary soft drinks · Premium drinks for sale
Facts checked by LoungeDeal on Jul 17, 2026
- —Children under 2 enter free
Airside members pay $36.50 — save $4.45Join Airside
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Make the most of it.
SkyTeam status and DragonPass both get you in — handy for Kenya Airways travellers.
The lounge is on Level 2, reached by stairs or elevator near Gate 15.
Arrive early at peak departure banks to be sure of a seat.
This lounge is airside, so clear passport control and security first.
If you're flying from Terminal 2, Mara or Mount Kenya are your options instead.
Quick answers.
It's airside in Terminal 1A on Level 2, near Gate 15 — pass Duty Free, turn right and take the elevator or stairs up.
Yes — the Simba Lounge accepts DragonPass, along with eligible SkyTeam access.
Yes — it accepts SkyTeam status, so it suits Kenya Airways and other SkyTeam travellers departing from Terminal 1A.
