Bangalore had an amazing premium airport lounge previously called Above Ground level Lounge and it was closed for more than a year. Now in its new avatar at the same location we now have the 080 lounge, which basically refers to the STD code of Bangalore.
While we’re gonna see the review of 080 lounge at domestic departures, there is also another 080 lounge at the international departures, just like how it used to be before.
Both lounges are now owned by the airport and operated by TFS, the same company that operates most of the lounge & dining outlets across Indian airports.
Overview
| Type | Premium Airport Lounge |
| Card accepted | Amex, Priority Pass & few other cards |
| Location | Follow lounge signboard & take escalator on right |
| Plug points | Yes, in plenty |
| Ambiance | Beautiful interiors & ultra spacious |
| Food options | 5 star buffet grade food |
This is the best airport lounge not only at Bangalore Airport but also in the entire country.
Location
Follow the lounge signboards that will ideally take you to the entrance from where you can either goto the BLR lounge (accessible by most cards) or this 080 lounge (premium) based on the cards you have.
You’ll need to take the escalator to proceed to the newly opened premium lounge located one floor (mezzanine floor) above. You may also use the lift located at the same side of the escalator.
Complimentary Access
Here are the cards that currently gives complimentary access to the 080 lounge located at domestic departures,
- Amex Platinum Travel Card (Limited Period Offer: First Year Free)
- Few other Amex Cards
- Priority Pass
- IndusInd Bank Debit Cards (Signature/Infinite)
- Other programs as seen on above image
They may add/change anytime in the near future but I guess that will be mostly limited to premium cards.
Caution: Note that almost all Priority Pass cards issued in India are chargeable ($27 per visit) for domestic lounge access, except the PP issued with HDFC Infinia & Citi prestige.
Check-in
There were two check-in counters and fortunately there was no queue, as expected. I used one of my American Express Credit Cards to get access and was allowed in within a minute or so.
Seating and Interiors
The lounge was massive with so many sections designed thoughtfully to give a modern look.
There is a large dining area next to the buffet spread with quite a lot of dining tables. Here’s a quick look,
Once you’re done with dining, you might want to catch up with some work, so they’ve designed a separate area with many desks and modern workspaces.
They also had few more of these with closed workspace which might help if you need to go for a quick zoom meeting or an important phone call.
Above chairs faces BLR lounge located on the other side which will get you the view and a lot of happiness, because other lounge is usually crowded, noisy with almost 100% occupancy all the time. Maybe BLR needs one more lounge.
So you feel special here, and here’s the view:
Once you’re done with the work, you might want to relax a bit, how about a library? Here’s a quick look at the library that has 2 nice throne like chairs,
I know that you may not want to visit a library, so how about a mini theatre?
They’ve a nice setup for a mini theatre with a large TV screen, except that only cricket plays there and you’re not given access to the remote. When asked, I was told that soon they may give internet access to the TV with Netflix and remote access.
Not sure how true was that, because who gets to choose what to watch may cause an issue.
Coming soon: VIP section. There is a VIP section just behind the check-in counter and its closed as of now. When I spotted that and asked, I was told that it will be opened soon and will be accessible only by business class travellers.
It’s an a-la-carte style lounge area just like the premium section of the Amex Lounge in Mumbai and will have its own live cooking station. It will be interesting to see that when it opens.
The only thing that I miss in this lounge is the comfy recliner, which used to be there in the Above Ground Level Lounge earlier.
Food
You get almost anything you can expect in a lounge. Not just that, the food is also damn tasty.
So I went for multiple rounds and tasted almost everything they had, from main course to desserts and then some buttermilk and juices.
Everything tastes exceptionally good. The staff was clearing my plates one by one every 5 mins with a smile.
I had a dinner buffet at ITC Royal Bengal that costs 2K INR just a day before I visited this lounge and I can tell you that this lounge buffet is as good as that.
Well, in-fact its much better, because ITC didn’t even have fruits or fruit juices. Here you get them all and even more, as they have a separate stand for aerated drinks and you can get some mocktails too (chargeable).
Bottom line
- Cardexpert Rating: 5/5
The 080 Lounge is perhaps the best airport lounge in India without a doubt. I spent about 3 hrs in this lounge and it went like 30 mins – that’s because they’ve so many sections to explore and its easy to loose track of time.
During my first visit by April 2022, the lounge had about ~20% occupancy but during my recent trip by June 2022, the occupancy is as high as ~70% and it no longer feels pleasant. Though, the food quality and service remains good.
I hope they don’t accept even more cards which will make it feel like a fish market.
To sum up, what you get is basically a lavish buffet and a luxurious lounge, work & a mini entertainment area.
Have you been to the 080 domestic or International lounge at Bangalore? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below.
Went there today morning, nice ambience/food and very peaceful. The other lounge opposite to it had a big queue of ppl outside, whereas 080 had few people. Accessed it with PP.
Hi, you said you have priority pass to enter 080 Blr lounge. Which bank credit card u are using for priority pass. I have hdfc regalia and they say priority pass should be used outside India and its chargeable if we use in India. Please clarify
Only Infinia and Prestige issued PP can be used in domestic lounges without any charges
I had a call with Axis Customer care. Priority pass with magnus card can also be used for complimentary visits.
Is Icici bank international debit card or punjab national bank premium debit card is acceptable at Bangalore domestic and international airport lounge and what will be entry charges.
Do we need infinia credit card as well while accessing 080 lounge with priority pass? or only priority pass will be used? As i have always used my infinia only to access the domestic lounge.
I accessed the lounge on my Indusind Legend card
Hi thala. I visited this 080 lounge a couple of times in Feb and March this year. The occupancy rate and the food were the best. The quality and spread of the buffet is the best i have seen in Indian airport lounges.
I still saw people trying to get in to 080 using their regular credit cards and the smart staff member at the entrance of 080 swiped their card and asked them to go to the BLR Domestic Lounge on the opposite side. Would love to spend good hours here in this lounge.
Lol, smart staff for sure. 😀
In Oct I alongwith my mother (85 yrs old) will go to Srilanka. There is 4hrs layover at Bangalore. Can you suggest which card allow me to enter 080?
World class and future ready. This kind of stuff is what puts Bangalore decades ahead of other cities. Such a large lounge for a busy airport is much needed but it’s so restrictive in terms of cards giving complimentary access, will this lounge be able to run full capacity despite such a busy airport? Also what are the charges for non-complimentary access? I increasingly see people paying to avail lounge these days.
Tie ups will improve soon but I hope their intention is not to have full capacity, which will basically ruin the experience.
Yes without more tie ups they may struggle to reach their desired capacity. Nice pics and equally nice review. Next time I ll reach BLR airport atleast 5 hours in advance. Wish airports also start providing arrivals lounge, like they have in major airports abroad. As the charm of travel has shifted from flying to lounge (unless it’s B-class or above).
5 Hrs is too early. Moreover, lounge has a board that says entry only 3 hrs prior departure. You can see it even in the above checkin counter image.
So BLR did get arrivals lounge, after Delhi.
What card you have used to enter the lounge, I have priority pass with HDFC Infinia, do you see any additional charge when I use that ?
@Sandeep
PP card from Infinia should be fine. No charges or additional charges.
No charges. I have used it multiple times at this 080 lounge.
Hi
I have HDFC RUPAY , can that be used for lounge access
India’s best airport lounge review by best eligible person in a best possible way. Hats off to you.
Nice Review. Will try it out surely.
Which are the Amex cards eligible for complementary entry?
I accessed the lounge with my Amex Platinum Travel card.
I will be traveling to Bangalore in May and return as well in a week. Is Diners black accepted there ?
I have priority pass from Infinia and dragon pass from icici sapphiro card which probably i can use it.
Diners black not accepted as on 29th April
It is accepted as of 30th April.
Diners Black still not accepted as on 23 August 2022.
For a few days, I saw 080 lounge listed in the Diners Club website, now it is replaced by the Bangalore Domestic Lounge
Both Bangalore Domestic Lounge and 080 Lounge are showing on Diners Club app as on 11-12-2022.
I went on 11th dec to this lounge and showed them that diners is shown in the list still they didn’t accepted the Diners Black.. I had to use the priority pass.
They charged 885 for my flipkart axis bank credit card even though this card have 4 domestic longue visits per year and 080 longue included in that list
Can confirm that Diners Black is accepted now.
Swiped for myself and an add-on too.
Great lounge, great food, great service.
Yes. I have used my HDFC Diners Black Credit card multiple times to access 080 Lounge at Terminal 1 of Bangalore International Airport.
Diners Black is accepted in 080
Excellent review as always.. Nice pictures!
Just one question though.. Is there an additional charge for priority pass through indusind bank pinnacle world cc?
Glad you like the pictures. Thanks!
Yes, it’s chargeable on Pinnacle. Have updated the article with more details around the Priority Pass linked access.
I hope they come up with this concept at all major airports in India, because now every bank card gives access to airport lounges and the lounges are over crowded all the time. So they should definitely do justice for premium card holders by coming up with new lounges.
Yes, it’s already happening, as most metro airports have multiple lounges. It will definitely get better, as anyway its a good business for lounges as well.
I’ll be soon traveling in Vistara business from Bangalore to Delhi, Do business class passenger can access this lounge directly?
Have used it quite a few times since Feb. It is the best lounge in India as of date. I stopped using lounge at Blr airport prior to this as it use to get too crowded as almost every card was accepted. Now there is something to cherish for premium card holders.
Btw on another note I heard from hdfc bank that they are soon coming out with a super premium credit card above Infinia.
I had being this lounge some months back
i was surprised to see on how much of variety of things which are available to which we hv access for which i had not got to see it before
hoping this time too i get to spend time here before i head to the flight .
can we access this via PP issue by SCB Premium Super value titanium credit card ?
Premium SVT offers 1 complimentary lounge access /Month
I believe 080 is only for super premium or premium cards only else priority pass AMEX Plat/ Travel
Why no diners club access? Hope they add it soon.
Yes DCB is also premium card, they should have added in the first phase release.
Hi!
1. I have a Diners Club Black card (upgraded from Regalia a few years ago). I tried to enter the 080 Lounge using DCB but was told that it’s not accepted. The Regalia I had earlier came with a free Priority Pass (which seems to be accepted at 080 Lounge). I don’t understand why an upgrade to a (significantly) better card should take away privileges.
2. The “Access the exclusive” signboard image posted above has MakeMyTrip listed but does not specify which card. Will the MakeMyTrip ICICI Bank Platinum Credit Card grant access to this lounge?
Thanks.
The access via PP issued for regalia card is chargeable . My friend accessed it and a bill of $27 was posted in his regalia card statement within 90 days of usage.
MMT icici card was not accepted and they asked a charge of 750 to be upgraded to 080 lounge.
I went there yesterday. I dont know why MMT has been mentioned there.
Maybe MMT is selling lounge access as an add-on with flight tickets?
Correct. Checked with the lounge manager. They accept MMT lounge access vouchers. Same for Intermiles vouchers.
That mention of MMT is not for cards. that is MakeMyTrip only portal
Arey they accepting dreamfolks privilege card ? IDFC first wealth one I have
SBI platinum debit card on visa network is accepted at the 080 lounge . For master network , not sure.
Sbi platinum debit card on master network is not accepted. I checked it today.
They accept Visa Signature cards as well. Visited yesterday and used 2 Amex cards (Plat Travel) and 1 Citi Prestige to get access for 3 pax.
Went there today – crazily crowded and staff weren’t smiling!
Food, however, was great and truly the best among all Indian lounges.
Funny thing they rejected my Axis Magnus Visa Infinite card but accepted SBI Prime Visa Signature card.
Yes , I visited today . They rejected axis Magnus card but accepted bank of Baroda Eterna card.
Yes axis Magnus card is not accepted. However BOB Eterna on visa network is accepted.
I visited on 8-Dec-22 and my Axis Magnus Visa card was accepted. I have also used SC Ultimate (both Visa infinite variants) and Indus Exclusive (Signature) debit card.
Hello, I see in the image that Axis Burgundy debit card is allowed. Does it still hold true and is it complimentary?
Is BOB premier on visa signature accepted?
Yes
Idfc select debit card is also allowed.
Now they are not accepting idfc debit card.
I was initially told that this lounge is only for business class and first class ticket holders.
Then I went again and told them I see it as free on my priority pass, and then they agreed otherwise they were sending me to the normal one right beside 080.
Hi, which bank credit card you are using for priority pass ??
I have priority pass cards that I got with HDFC infinia. Basically if you have priority passes, you can download the app and it shows the airports lounges where this would work.
I had gone to the lounge in the BLR international terminal. Just hoping that the rules are not different for domestic and international lounges as this time I need to access this lounge on the domestic terminal 😅
Curious whether all AmEx cards are accepted here or only some? I can’t get an AmEx card issued currently because of the ban but have a corporate AmEx card issued by my company. Traveling out of Bangalore soon and wondered if corp AmEx cards can be used for 080?
Visited 080 3h45m prior to departure, they requested me to come back when only 3hrs are left. So went to the older plaza lounge for an hour, they didnt care about my departure. An hour later I came back to 080. Used my RBL Signature+ DEBIT card, which essentially is a Visa Signature debit card, to get complimentary access. Occupancy was less than 5% past midnight. Almost half the folks that I noticed who tried their luck with 080, returned downstairs due to lack of complimentary access, and went to the plaza lounge. Few cards currently work complimentary at 080.
Amex Platinum Corporate card will give you complimentary access. Make sure your corporate one is Platinum. Among personal ones, MRCC, Gold and lower ones won’t have complimentary access either. You need to have Platinum Travel, Platinum Reserve, Platinum, Centurion, Amex Jetairways.
Among non-Amex any Visa Signature Credit or Debit card should work (complimentary).
@Abhi
Any list of visa signature credit cards being accepted? I have Axis Privilege, IDFC select and BOB premier credit cards. Are they all accepted? Someone said Axis magnus on visa infinite wasn’t accepted, so wondering how they are allowing/denying.
@raja
Axis credit cards are not accepted at 080 but idfc visa signature and higher variant debit card , Bob premier and higher variant credit cards are accepted.
What I have noticed that most popular banks’ credit card like hdfc , icici,citi ,axis etc …are not accepted .these bank may not have done tie up with 080 but unpopular banks’ credit and debit card like SBI, IDFC, BOB whosoever has complimentary access are accepted at the lounge.
You can try any Visa Signature credit or debit card as long as the card has lounge feature, as most banks offer anywhere between 1 to 4 complimentary visits per quarter, and some altogether don’t offer any. Strangely Visa Infinite which is higher category than Signature is so far not offering complimentary access, except BoB Eterna.
Just used the lounge today. Please add IDFC Visa Signature Debit to the list of allowed cards.
I used an IDFC+PP. Icici banks Dragon pass doesn’t work though so its a shame.
As per Visa card list of lounges , 080 accepts all visa credit and debit card provided the card has lounge access facility.
I had availed the services of this lounge by using IDFC debit card in May 2022… With the same thought, I went and showed the card. It seems they had revised the partner banks and now IDFC credit/ debit cards are not allowed as of today. To my bad luck, I used the SBI Prime card last visit for this quarter today morning at Chennai lounge and was out of free visits with Prime card.
Had to use TFS lounge in the opposite side, which is generally crowded. I could hardly see anyone in 080 lounge.
Good news for diner club. Now it is accepted.
Diners black? This lounge doesn’t appear in the list of lounges for Diners Club (as on 30th May).
I checked on 14 june. They are not accepting dcb card.
As of 24th June 2022,DCB is not accepted. I used IDFC Visa Signature debit card to get into the lounge. Food had varieties and was good.
Your review was so informative… Is both BLR Domestic Lounge and 080 Domestic Lounge operated by Travel Food Services?
Hi Can anybody tell me whether IDFC First Signature debit card is accepted in 080 Lounge ?
Yes.. it is accepted. I used it on June 5.
Still only Amex and Axis the last time I visited, which was 10-12 days back, if my memory serves me right.
S&S
Can anybody tell is HDFC MILLENIA VISA SIGNATURE DEBIT CARD is accepted or not?
Not accepted
Nicely written review. Been to the 080 lounge 2 days back. Occupancy was around 10% in afternoon. From food to ambience, everything is just awesome. Less crowd make it even better. Yes they are accepting BOB eterna visa credit card. Guess, it’s one of the best domestic lounge in India.
P. S.- They allow you to enter the lounge only 3 hr prior to flight departure
They allowed access with my idfc signature debit card. A lot more cards have been added to the list since a few weeks as I was told.
Just 2 rupees to own this entire space for hours, Damn!
Here is my experience:
I was shocked when I entered in 080 lounge for the first time. The ambience, cleanliness and entire space was so precious. As I love to do street photoshoots, I clicked a lot of photos in entire space because it has so many attractive spots to capture. Food was fresh, delicious and of course enough in quantity. They have a lot of dissert and cooldrinks.
I want so thanks Mr. Dilip who works at Bar Counter in 080 Lounge. He helped me get a good pictures at Bar Table.
I hope I get a chance to visit 080: Bangalore Premium Airport Lounge (Domestic).
Thanks.
Vrajesh Bhavsar
*****
Access denied on Diners Black and HDFC Platinum MasterCard Debit card as on 12th June 2022.
Is Axis Bank Rupay Platinum Debit Card acceptable in this lounge ?
I have been to the lounge yesterday (15th june 2022). Most credit cards are still not accepted. Only Amex platinum worked. Idfc debit card worked.
It said intermiles accepted, but neither them nor me are not sure how to use in spite of being platinum tier member.
While the lounge is nice, I don’t think so much hype is not required, except for the fact it is little less crowded. I am sure it will not be the case once other cards are accepted.
The food menu is same in both lounges yesterday when I was in during lunch time, so nothing great about it. In case someone is not able to visit it owing to the current restrictions on limited cards, don’t worry, you are not missing anything 🙂
Is axis Bank priority debit card accepted in 080 for complimentary access?
yes
On visa lounge list, its written lounge 080 accepted. Do they accept hdfc easyshop visa platinum cards?
Do sbi mastercard platinum now accepted ?
No , it is not accepted.
Hi siddharth,
Is there any way to find which particular card accepted in 080 lounge? We have to ask abt each card here and there??
Do all banks visa signature cards accepted here??
Visa has done tie up with 080 but it all depends on bank issuer whether they provide the benefits on the card.
after mastercard ban removal, do any mastercard accepted at 080 lounge.
can hsbc visa card be used?
and what are the walk in payment charges like? incase you want to pay and use the lounge
If you are paying in cash, the charges is rs 750 plus gst.
Interesting it is Rs.750 for walk in compared to USD 27 (.i.e. Rs.2200) with a Priority Pass…something is not right…
This is an amazing lounge, must say
Hi is ICICI HPCL coral credit card accepted?
@samantha,
No icici , hdfc , axis credit card accepted till 14 June 2022
Any review of 080 international departure lounge ? Is menu and card accepted are different in both lounges..
*** They said like visa signature is for debit cards and visa infinite for credit cards (AU Zenith was accepted). I think Axis/HDFC infinite is also not accepted. DCB is also not accepted.
That’s right. They were sending all Axis/HDFC card holders to the other lounge. Got through with SBI PRIME (on visa signature).
Visited this lounge today ie 25th June.
No HDFC, ICICI accepted. DCB/Infinia holders were sent to BLR lounge. Even Axis CCs were denied, DCs were accepted.
AMEX Plat Reserve works, but 1+1 not accepted. Used Priority Pass for my better half.
Kotak Visa Sig DC and IDFC Visa Sig work (according to the reception staff).
Such a confusing entry policy. Nevertheless, lounge was easily at 80%+ capacity (4-7 pm). Still better than the BLR lounge. Food is strictly average.
I used it on 23rd June.
All VISA cardcs (signature & Infinite accepted) I used mine IDFC VISA infinite + Signature and AU Zenith card
Hi Naim,
Were you able to avail companion entry 1+1 with your IDFC visa infinite card?
Yes. I used 1 + 1 (guest) and was allowed.
Is AMex Corporate Card Chargeable in this lounge?
Are BOB eterna add-on cards accepted?
TLDR: If your card is not accepted, it’s not worth paying ₹750 unless you’re hungry and cannot enter BLR lounge because it’s crowded.
Update: IDFC Visa Signature Debit Card not accepted on July 1st. Staff told that they accepted it till the day before but from now on it’s not going to be accepted.
I went downstairs to BLR lounge only to see it crowded than Chickpet Market and the waiting time was 30min+. Hence, decided to enter 080 by paying ₹750 + GST. 080 is definitely premium look wise and in terms of amenities. But the food provided was okayish and nothing worth mentioning. I guess both lounges share the same menu.
Thanks for the update!
What about the IDFC Visa Signature Credit Card? Has access been revoked for their Credit card as well?
I just Checked for BLR Airport for HDFC Diners Privilege too has only BLR Lounge and not for 080 lounge.
Hi mates, is IDFC VISA Infinite debit card accepted at 080?
Idfc visa infinite has even 1+1 entry.
IDFC credit cards including Visa infinite not accepted.
SBI visa signature debit card accepted
DBS visa signature debit card accepted
DO they accept Visa Platinum Debit Card
Just checked the diners club website for list of lounge access and found 080. I haven’t verified this but seems it is recently added. So HDFC diners cards should be accepted.
And the other one is gone from Diners network. Also, as per HDFC CC section, list of lounge access is changing from 15 Aug. Very few lounges will be accessible. From 35+ to around 10. Blr, Delhi, Mum, Chennai & Hyd. All other gone. (Not only for Diners, for all other cards as well, except Infinia.)
080 lounge is better than the other lounge (BLR) so this is an upgrade for diners club cards at least. Not sure about other non-diners HDFC cards.
080 is included in the list of lounges for Diners cards. as per the Diners Website
‘Better’ is subjective. I saw on PP also that Plaza is gone only 080 is left. So either PP is closing/for repair or getting out of reach for all cards. So in that case everyone would be crowding 080. And I think it would be same as Plaza now.
IBL Legend credit card and SBM Niyo Forex debit cards were accepted on July 4th. Their team is unclear on the spectrum of cards accepted, occupancy was less than 20% on Monday morning.
Waiting to try the international lounge in a couple of months time, hope they do not revoke access to the same cards I presented.
@Siddharth Lounge access for all HDFC credit and debit cards (except Infinia) are changing from August. There is no information about diners or priority pass as of now, but it should remain unchanged. It is available only in the 6 metros now. I think it would be worthy of a new article under the lounge headings.
Could you also check if other banks are also implementing changes on lounge programs? Domestic lounges have been extremely crowded the last few years.
It’s a good news for the reasons you just mentioned. Most of us anyway have atleast 3-4 cards, so I don’t see a problem.
Yep I got upgraded to Infinia from DCB in June, and I hope the priority pass program stays. The Delhi T3 domestic departures has a separate area for Visa/Master/Rupay which is perpetually crowded, and luckily the separate area for PP/DCB helps me out since I travel through there quite a bit. I asked if they would accept my Infinia card there and was denied.
Accessed the lounge today-
cards allowed- Amex, PP, Axis Debit, signature cards of select banks
IDFC & Kotak cards have been discontinued
will they accept amex card issued abroad ? or they only accept amex india card? plaza premium used to accept, i want to make sure about 080 . anyone tried before ? thanks!
They are accepting Amex issued from abroad as i saw few foreigners use it in bangalore 080
4 Aug – They accept Amex CC, PP, Indus Infinite debit card. IDFC CC has been discontinued. BTW, only 1 person per credit card even if the card issuer says more than 1 per quarter
Idfc debit not accepted as on 13th August 2022
080 is now accepting SBI Prime VISA Signature and on 13th i flew to delhi and was suprised they asked me if i had sbi visa signature and they readily said acess 080 lounge and it was real good and not so crowded as only AMEX and Visa Signature SBI Prime is allowed along with Vouchers of Dreamfolks, makemytrip priority pass dragon pass. The opposite lounge was completely crowded. IT was real pleasure to have ones lunch and drinks in 080 lounge. spacious and pods were beautifully placed for reading and i could see one of the woman had literally slept in it. and there is a workstation with glas pod and one of the traveller was sleeping in it instead of working.
Plaza premium in delhi today was very very empty and i used my diners privilage as it has 12 per year access to lounge . but in delhi visa master and rupay were in different section and they do not accept visa signature in plaza premium lounge but acceptable in normal plaza lounge. Security was very tight and passengers were of long queue outside Airport. some how i managed to get into a queue which moved faster and was able to clear security faster.
SBI Elite also accepted
Can we use priority pass given for HDFC Infinia ?
Yes, Infinia issued priority pass is complimentary in India.
As of 11th August, 080 accepted Indusind legend and Yes first preferred card.
They said they also accept Niyo global debit card.
Food was average and it was less crowded !!
Yes first preferred on visa signature or MasterCard?
Visa signature
On Aug 20 they refused entry with my Niyo Global Card at the international 080 lounge
Same here, on Oct 01st.
RBL Enterprise Debit card allows complimentary access at both 080 domestic and 080 international, twice per quarter.
Today following cards were not accepted when I visited 080 lounge:
1) Axis Vistara Signature (They accept Visa only cards, but not accepting this card)
2) HDFC Regalia (MasterCard, this card was also not accepted in Mumbai T1 lounge)
3) Yes First Exclusive (MasterCard, my colleague’s Visa variant card was accepted)
4) StanC Ultimate (MasterCard)
5) Citibank Premiermiles (MasterCard)
6) HDFC DinersClub (fellow traveler was denied entry on this card)
All these cards were accepted in BLR lounge.
Thanks for taking time to list them!
Visited 080 on 21st Feb 23.They didn’t accept Axis Burgundy Visa Infinite card, however IndusInd bank signature debit card was accepted.
They accept SBI Prime Visa Signature card, Last month i went with this card to 080 lounge. Tommorrow am flying to Ahmedabad via mumbai from bangalore. So will revisit 080 as it is less crowded and buffet was to good. Bar was quite good had two mugs of beer before flying to delhi ITC Welcome Dwaraka.
It must have felt really bad not being able to access the lounge with your nice range of cards you were holding…
A constant and longterm personal favourite, I returned to Bengalaru domestic lounge (080) after a hiatus of 3 years. The ambience, food, service and staff are as good as before, with some new additions. A stopover in this lounge is a great freshener and also good for the soul. Keep up the quality and class!!
Hello all , went today , they don’t accept axis bank debit cards now. Tried mine (Axis bank Priority DC) , denied
Was told only Amex, PP, DP/DF, few visa infinite and signature cards only.
You axis priority is Visa or MasterCard? My visa card worked fine in June. MasterCard is not accepted.
My Axis Priority DC is visa.
They have also removed Axis bank from the display board of eligible card/pass
Why do they keep changing lounge access cards daily till now axis cards priority were accepted.
I mistakenly used my Yes bank exclusive priority pass here. Will I be charged ??
I also had infinia priority pass but by mistake I used wrong one. I am yet not charged anything. In case I am charged can I request Yes bank to refund.
Infinia priority pass can be used in Indian lounges but Yes bank exclusive priority pass will be charged if you use in domestic lounges. You can’t raise request for refund as per their terms and conditions and it won’t be reversed. The charges will be posted within 3 months.
Hi Varun,
Any PP is acceptable in 080 but only HDFC Infinia PP is the one which isn’t chargeable even for domestic usage, rest all banks charge standard $27+GST for use of PP within India (be it Domestic/international lounge)
If you have used other bank PP, you will be charged for the same, bank wont reverse that amount. It will reflect in your statement in 3 months.
Are we sure Axis Burgundy works here? Thinking of opening an account just for the lounge access.
Hi Sanchit,
Axis bank cards are not allowed in 080, you can use them in BLR lounge.
@sanchit, burgandy and priority debit card issued by axis were allowed till 31 aug22. Now no axis credit and debit card accepted at 080.
Can anyone please post a picture of the list of accepted cards that they display at the entrance? It would probably be different from the one in the reiview.
Can I take my 5 year daughter into 080 lounge on my other eligible bank card?
Yes, upto 5 years of age , access is complimentary.
I have Amex card (Australian issued Amex ultimate card ) and Visa signature card issued by Nab ( an Australian bank) are they allowing foreign issued credit cards?
Hi Parth,
I guess they should allow, any international credit card which gives Airport Lounge access, they accept.
Thank you Rohit 🙏🏻
You can use priority pass to enter for foreign cards.
Hi All,
Yesterday night, I called 080 Domestic lounge to enquire about the cards they accept, I was informed only the below credit cards are accepted and the rest have a tie-up with BLR lounge(Plaza).
1. SBI Prime-Visa Signature.
2. Yes Bank-Visa Signature.
3. IndusInd Bank-Visa Signature.
4. Priority Pass.
5. AmEx Platinum & Silver.
6. Citibank- Visa Signature.
7. DBS- Visa Signature & any International credit card having Lounge free access, Intermiles voucher & MMT voucher.
BLR Domestic Lounge (plaza) tie-up with:-
1. HDFC Bank
2. ICICI Bank.
3. IDFC Bank.
4. Axis Bank.
Is DBS EaseMyTrip Visa Signature accepted
Citi premier miles ( Visa) was accepted today at 080
StanC Ultimate Visa Infinite accepted
And the Food was exceptional – spread and quality, occupancy 50%
SC Priority Visa Infinite is not working anymore in 080 Lounge.
Transaction is getting declined since 21st Nov and they say its not eligible.
I had used it earlier and it was working fine.
All HDFC and AXIS cards are redirected to the domestic lounge opposite 080. The domestic lounge is very crowded.
I visited this lounge this weekend. Only priority card was accepted here among the cards which I hold.
The other cards I checked with them which were declined are hdfc Infinia visa infinite, yes exclusive master card, diners black, dragon pass by idfc weath.
I had the opportunity to use this lounge on Sept 1st. It is one of the best in terms of food, seating capacity, low crowd, etc. There were two sore points for me. 1) The chairs are mostly upright, if you want to grab a quick 30 min nap before your next flight, it’s impossible to sleep. 2) AvGeeks will be disappointed with the lack of Airside view.
Thanks a million Siddharth for this amazing review of the B’luru airport lounge. I’ve a few questions if you could:
1. I’ve to-n-fro red-eye flights during Diwali time this year. Do they allow to relax, lay down in the lounge during that time? Are they open at night? That is when, I feel, it’d be most useful 🙂
2. Also, I have a couple of Std. Chd. cards and a couple of SBI Cards and one Kotak card (DigiSmart and Platinums, I suppose) – will they allow me in with any of those?
3. Finally, if none of the cards are allowed, will they allow access after a payment/charge? Also, approx. how much would that be?
Anyone expereinced srinagar lounge?
Yes. It is very small and crowded. Food options are very limited. There is a pani-puri machine though 🙂
They allowed with my DCB. Some other cards were not allowed, like Regalia.
Hi – can we access with a Air India Business class ticket to the 080 Domestic lounge? Also is there a separate line/queue for biz and first class pax or same line as cardholders?
RBL Signature Plus Debit Card accepted as of 28th Sep.
Woah! Is that an Eames lounge chair setup in the mini-theatre. Need a definite visit to 080 lounge.
Can I use Priority Pass for me and my wife issued with Axis Select card at 080 ? I have not used the priority pass so far and it has 8 complimentary access per year (2 per quarter).
So complimentary access of PP is not charged right ? Only the visits above the quarterly/yearly limit is charged right ?
Hdfc regalia Vis signature will be accepted in 080 lounge .?
No it is not accepted. I had tried and was denied.
Been there on 6th Oct and accessed it using Bob Eterna and Axis Magnus for two pax. Got confirmation about Indusind Legend and Axis Ace to be working as well.
@Manoj
Are you sure Axis Magus/Ace acceptance started at 080 lounge? please can you reconfirm as they werent accepted earlier month
I accessed 080 lounge on 6th night using Axis Magnus, acceptance may have started recently.
thanks for confirming Manoj! with your input I visited 080 lounge today with Magnus
Completely missed trying this in my last visit to airport but another one coming up in few weeks.
Can anyone advise if SBI ELITE VISA SIGNATURE CC will be accepted. I have add on for spouse as well. I can see SBI PRIME is accepted on VISA Signature from some comments.
Overall seems like they shun mastercard network + HDFC ICICI AXIS IDFC, love VISA signature and
SBI ELite and SBI Prime Visa Signature are accepted at 080
SBI debit card and DBS debit card(both Visa signature variant) are used to gain access to 080 on October 5th.
HDFC, IDFC, Axis cards(debit & credit) not allowed including DCB even though DCB lists 080 lounge in their website
Which DBS debit card? Can you please furnish more details?
ICICI Bank Accelero card – NOT ACCEPTED
CITIBANK PLATINUM DEBIT – NOT ACCEPTED
ICICI WORLD DEBIT – NOT ACCEPTED
CITIBANK PREMIERE MILES – ACCEPTED
Since I had just 30 minutes before travel and had to rush, I was in a jiffy, 5/5 for the lounge,
In the past, if you need a coke/a beverage they (Staff) opened the can and gave you, NOW, you can take it along with you which is good.
Overall Good Experience.
Cheers
@rajesh Henry
Citi bank premier miles on master network or visa network?
Can you please let us know?
For citibank premier miles only visa accepted, master card not accepted
-Visited this lounge recently with colleagues
1) I had Infinia Priority pass for myself (accepted without any issues)
2) Used Amex Platinum Travel card of one of the colleagues
(had to negotiate since boarding pass name not matching card since Person using the Lounge was different, but since I as card holder was accompanying them it was ok)
3)Tried using add on Infinia Priority pass for another colleague, but not accepted (card holder must be present it seems)
After a lot of negotiation, accepted using my DCB + Some Charges (885 INR)
Interesting Observation:
-In DCB monthly statement , I could see they charged 885 INR and Reversed it.
-Called customer care to confirm, they said since DCB has unlimited Lounge access, this charge was reversed
*So in the end I could use 080 Lounge using DCB at free of cost for a Guest
Other DCB holders can give it a try.
On 22nd Oct, both my Citi Premiermiles on Visa network & Axis Magnus worked
Now a days the normal lounge opposite to 080 is crowded even during early morning hours meaning atleast an hour is needed to have something there.
080 was a life and time saver as I only had 20mins to board the flight and this lounge was amazing.
The live counter serve facility so I just had to order food for the family.
I had used priority passes(came with Infinia) along with Niyo Global debit card.
Note: This lounge also accepts AMEX cards.
I was able to access this lounge using below two cards on 15/Oct.
– Standard Chartered Ultimate(Visa Infinite) Credit card
– Indusind Bank Visa Signature Debit card
Lounge was good and has a wide variety of food.
I see they have started accepting Axis cc, can anyone confirm if they started accepting Axis Vistara infinite card as well.
Thanks
Yes. Used Axis Magnus cc and got complimentary access
can anyone confirm if business class passengers are given complimentary access to 080 lounge?
*Vistara Business,gold & platinum have complimentary access.
there airline provide a invitation note on the boarding pass
*Airindia business class also have complimentary access.
(make sure u have to carry a Invitation card, airline will provide that one in ur check in tym )
Can you please mention the SBi debit cards and Canara bank debit cards which will be eligible for Lounge access
10/10 – Best Lounge, Best Services
can anyone confirm if SC ultimate visa variant cards are given complimentary access to 080 lounge?
Yes. SC Utilimate Visa Infinite works here. used multiple times recently.
Does SC Priority Visa Infinite card work as well ?
I’ve used SC infinite Priority Visa to access the lounge yesterday .
I have an SBI Vistara Prime Signature CC. Will it be accepted?
Only if it is Visa variant.
Sbi Vistara Prime Signature CC is allowed. The board on the outside also has been updated to now include Vistara ticket holders
Is amex platinum travel card working here?
Most of the regular cards wont work here. Only priority pass and premium signature cards by most of the banks accepted. Otherwise entry is 2500+Tax.
Is ICICI Emeralde Amex variant accepted at 080?
no co-branded amex works BLR LOUNGE only, Emerald visa and master works
Is SBI Global Visa debit card accepted at lounges
Visited on 26 Sep 2022, Had accessed this using Priority Pass Issues by Axis Magnus along with a guest visit – It worked 😀. Axis charged it to me but automatically refunded the same for both (11 Nov 2022), the primary as well as the guest user.
Visited on 21st November .. 2 adults+ 2 kids(12yrs/7yrs) .
AMEX platinum charge, AXIS MAGNUS ( they started accepting magnus again-visa ) & IndusInd Legend from my collection accepted.
SCB Ultimate(mastercard), IDFC visa infinite debit, Eterna (mastercard)& Diners black – No joy.
request for 7year kid entry was not considered ( only 3 of the cards accepted as mentioned above-we were 4).
ultimately we had to split in two batches, one to blr lounge.
Didn’t had a wow experience with food spread at 080. ambience was best though, spacious.
Strange why Diners card is not accepted , if you go to dinersclub website and search for Bangalore, it clearly says 080 Lounge.
Is this accessible for free via the Priority Pass issued with Axis Magnus card ?
Visited today.
Got access on Niyo SBM Visa Signature Debit card. Less crowded as compared to BLR Lounge. Lots of varieties of sweets , live counter and salads for main course. Only 1 live counter for breakfast as the egg counter closed after 11 am.
Food was great. Cans of Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Diet coke also available.
Is kotak white credit card or PP issued by same card accepted in 080?
can someone confirm if following cards are accepted in this lounge or not?
1. Axis Vistara infinite credit card
2. SBI cashback card
3. Axis Burgundy mastercard debit card
Hi Arpan,
No* Axis/HDFC cards accepted.
SBI Cashback CC is acceptable in 080.
Hi All,
could you tell which cards from below mentioned are accepted at 080 lounge as of January 2023?
-AU Vetta
-BOB Premier Rupay Select
-Indusind Legend
-IDFC First Select
I also hold Diners Privilege, Mastercard Millennia, Imperia Debit & Flipkart Axis but reading people’s review, I have come to know HDFC & Axis are bluntly refused.
I will be travelling to Mumbai from Bangalore on 19th. Can I swipe any 2 eligible cards at the lounge to take my mother with me? or the card should be on my Mother’s name?
TIA
Hi Gaurav,
From your listed ones, only IndusInd-Legend is accepted in 080. Rest all can be used in BLR lounge. You can skip the queue for BLR lounge by swiping the card at 080 counter & save time.
Below cards are accepted at 080 lounge:-
1. SBI Prime-Visa Signature.
2. Yes Bank-Visa Signature.
3. IndusInd Bank-Visa Signature.
4. Priority Pass(Apart from HDFC Infinia card, all banks charge for the usage within India).
5. AmEx Platinum & Silver.
6. Citibank-Visa Signature.
7. SBI Cashback credit card.
Priority Pass(Apart from HDFC Infinia card, all banks charge for the usage within India). Axis Magnus will also work. My Magnus card was denied entry so I used PP(Magnus) last week for me and a guest. After reading the article I checked with axis customer care and they said it’s complimentary(Unlimited for self 8 free for guest(domestic or international ) ).
Hi Gaurav,
You can take your mother along with you but you need a separate card for her. It need not to be in her name. If she is travelling alone, card should be in her name, if she is using your card, you should be travelling along.
Does this lounge (or the BLR lounge) have shower facilities. I will soon be arriving on an International flight into BLR and will have a 8 hour layover before my domestic connection. Would be great if I could use this time to have a shower
When I was there last week, I overheard another traveller asking about shower facilities and the lady at the reception mentioned there wasn’t
@Gaurav Au vetta worked for me on 1st Jan. Along with Bob Eterna Visa also.
You can try vetta and legend, both should work fine at 080.
hi Siddharth
I have applied for new amex platinum travel credit card from this site link and its showing as referral while applying.
you or someone please inform that 080 lounge is accessible or not via this american express platinum travel credit card ?
In lounge list for this card, i am seeing only Blr lounge name.
Amex Plat Travel is always accepted at this lounge.
is amex platinum travel credit card accepted in this 080 lounge?
Yes.
Yes It is accepted Amex Plat Travel Card
SBI Elite worked – main and add on.
Had the opportunity to visit 080 Lounge today(Amex Platinum Travel) and this indeed is the best Domestic Lounge in India period. This would also possibly give some 5 Star restaurant a run for its money.
Also visited the Hyderabad Domestic Plaza Premium Lounge earlier today and would rate this among the worst ones, high time a 2nd lounge opens up in Hyderabad. Visits this one once a month usually but today was the worst experience.
Diners Black is accepted now. I asked whether Diners Privilege is expected or not, they said only Black is accepted. However, I do not see a difference between the two. Like in Visa where we have Platinum, Signature and Infinite, I think Diners is only a singleton network and therefore, be it may be Diners Millennia or Diners Privilege or Black, all should work fine. Can anyone advise here?
Thanks for reporting. It would be a manual check in that case as they wish to honour only super premium cardholders.
Well, I asked the pretty woman at the counter if they accept Diners Cards and she replied that only Diners Black is accepted.
So that is that!
I downloaded and registered on the Diners Club app. It shows both the lounges.
I live in blr , I can confirm that infinia is now accepted . Which was not a month back . Wife used it on 11th Jan
This is good . Looks like the bank realized that Infinia cardholders were using their PP to get into 080 which makes it lot more expensive for the bank.
I’m writing this from 080 International. Infinia was not accepted. My wife and I had to use our Infinia priority passes for access. The lounge is really good – probably the best in India.
They are accepting Au royale signature debit card and rbl signature debit cards. They stopped Axis priority platinum debit card and stopped idfc select debit cards also.
Is HDFC tata neu infinity card accepted? The HDFC website says its accepted.
Infinia and Diners Black are now accepted, including Amex and priority passes.
Is there an operational lounge at newly opened Terminal 2 of Bangalore airport for domestic departures ?
The BLR Longe is operational,
Visited on 24th Feb
HDFC Cards except for Diners branded ones are not accepted and any Visa Signature card and above from almost all other providers are accepted
Visited on 3rd March 2023. This T2 lounge looks more like just a makeshift arrangement. Small area, chaotic, no washrooms and almost full already when we have few flights operating from here.
Hoping for its expansion or another one coming up in near future.
There are 2 lounges in the terminal 2
1. the first one is a very basic lounge with very limited seating capacity and modest food options , limited cards accepted there- I could use Axis, Diners, IDFC signature . as of 31st march, ICICI, HDFC , Amex were not accepted.
2. 080 lounge- access was limited to business class and Vistara premium membership.
Can anyone confirm if any of these cards are recently accepted at 080 lounge?
‘Citi premier miles’ VISA and ‘Axis Vistara signature’ VISA!
Dinners Black is now accepted(used it to get access on 7th March )
Infinia too is accepted ( confirmed by the staff).
IndusInd Easy Dinner was also accepted.
anyone Please let me know if this lounge allows for this below cards.
1. axis vistara signature
2. axis atlas
3.sbi vistara
4. niyo global
Tried accessing 080 today with Niyo dc
Was told only the international terminal 080 lounge is accessible using Niyo
Yes Niyo had recently sent a notification saying its Debit cards can be used only at International terminals within India and shared the list in a pdf
I visited the lounge today. HDFC Diners Black and AU Xcite Ultra Card (Visa Signature) were accepted.
I felt food at the other lounge was better, seating options are better here especially if you need to wait for longer time.
They are not accepting any cards . Only business class and high tickets are accepted
Surprise.
Are you sure this is not because of hitting full capacity at the time of visit?
I just visited this lounge yesterday using Diners Black and Axis Magnus. I first went to the BLR lounge, and they said your cards will work at 080 and guided me to go to 080. Good experience and kids were able to sleep due to the sprawling sofas. I was travelling on economy ticket.
Did you pay for kids or used other card in your name? I’ve Diners Black.
I used 1 Diners Black swipe and 2 Axis Magnus swipes for 2 adults and 2 kids (1 kid they gave free due to age around 5). I didnt pay anything.
On 18 March 2023, HDFC Diners Club Black was NOT accepted at the 080 International Lounge.
I showed the staff the Diners Club website where 080 is included in the list of lounges. But they still refused entry.
I hope 080 lounge can help me.
I have
Titanium Gold Visa Credit Card
Titanium Gold Master Credit Card
Diners Club Credit card and it does not say Black or red or any color. however on the back it says Discover and pulse.
I used to travel business and did not need these cards as Lounge access was included. now since I travel economy these cards come in handy.
Mumbai Lounge is bad. Worldwide the diners club has access to wonderful lounges at no extra charge. Just swipe the card, show your Boarding pass and that is it. There is a time limit but usually they do not apply.
I did not see any of these cards on the displayed card list.
Is the diners club accepted. My diners club card is red color with dicover and pulse at the back.
Me & my wife had first time experience of 080 Lounge on 5th May 2023 and pleased with services provided by staff on duty. We spent happy time in lounge enjoying food and hospitality provided by staff wearing smiles on their faces.
I had one person entry through MakemyTrip card and second was paid entry as ICICI Premium Card has no complementary free lounge entry and non listed card.
Which make my trip card had that access
In T1 080, Diners Black and Amex Plat are accepted at Rs2. Amex Gold is charged Rs590. Just for info, there are three 080 lounges now in BLR..
1. 080 in T1 domestic
2. 080 in T1 international
3. 080 in T2 domestic – this allows free access to vistara business class travellers and vistara gold members. This also has a smaller section which has wider card acceptance.
All the above are very crowded. In T1 080, if you access during midnight you will find lot of travellers sleeping flat on the couches and benches, giving a railway feel.
Other lounges that exist in BLR are the BLR lounge in T1 domestic, opposite to 080. Then there’s Maharaja lounge in T1 for those travelling higher classes in Star Alliance flights. And there’s Sleepin lounge in T1 international. Looking at the crowds anytime, BLR is going to need more lounges, and premium ones.
Today on 31 May 2023 I visited the lounge and following cards I was able to use :
1. Diners Club Black – HDFC
2. BoB Premiere- Signature
3. HDFC Infinia – Yes it is accepted here, both primary and add-on
4. Kotak Neo Signature Debit Card
They did not accept any Master World card like Yes Preffered Exclusive, ICICI master world debit, Kotak privey league Signature , IDFC First Wealth visa Infinite care… all such premium cards were not accepted. For all of these they were charging an upgrade fee of 499/- or 650/- based on card variant.
Is SBI Elite CC and SBI Platinum Rupay debit card accepted?
Yes. I have used both SBI AURUM and SBI Elite to use this lounge.
Bad experience. Firstly the woman at the reception counter was absolutely rude.
Visited 080 before BLR-BOM flight on Vistara bussiness complmetry access. Only words that come to my mind to describe the experience: Pathetic, worst loung I have visited till date (on return, Adani loung felt like a heaven when compared to this one) BLR T2 is big terminal still this is a cramped lounge (very very badly planned and managed. One side is so far that no one would sit there and food counter is on narrow side where there is hardly any space even to walk.) Then the food spread was less than the minimal. First time I’ve seen a loung where they were not even serving a single dessert. When I asked to see the manager he gave a half hearted apology asked someone to bring croissant (Really it is a dessert ? Ok) But it did not come for next 10-15 mins, surly can’t miss flight for a croissant. And there was even no tea. Is there another lounge at BLR T2?
Sad to know, thanks for sharing.
Btw, Not just the lounge, I feel even the terminal itself could have been designed better from what I see online. Somehow I feel the lack of wow factor there. How was it in person?
Maybe that depend too much on personal tastes. I was awesturck by beauti of the T2. Though, the theme is very different from other airports. Lot of earthen red color is used, with roof resambling like bamboo chik with sunlight filtering through. It feels grand but very connected to earth. Then there is a lot of indoor greenary near security check almost gives you a feeling of being in a jungle (lot less than Changi though and flavor is also completly different from what is in changi). Arrival side the story is a little boring. Very plain…. feels like staring at huge brick walls.
T1 longue accessed yesterday (01-07-2023) with family. card used
1. SBI PRIME
2. SBI BPCL OCTANE visa (Surprised)
3.IndusInd Legend
SBI cashback is not accepted.
I have a plan to check all my cards( both debit and credit) to summarize a detailed list. Unfortunately, they were very busy and long queues behind.
On my recent oversees trip (last week of June’23) from Bangalore Airport, I was told Magnus is now no more accepted in International Lounge. A big surprise…. though other Axis cards (Burgundy debit / Visa Priority debit) are accepted.
Has anyone faced the similar issue….
The domestic lounge is fantastic but omg the international 080 lounge sucks so bad. Crowded and cramped space, uncomfortable chairs, hardly any charging points. International flights from blr airport is a tough experience right now.
T1 080 lounge accessed on 6th August. Used Axis Magnus.
I found food quality/taste was good.. same as the other lounge. Food spread was not much.. live counters served Filter Coffee, kaati roll, & pizza. No dosa counter. but having to deal with far lesser crowd is a big plus. you don’t have to wait to get a seat.
HDFC Infinia is accepted
Food quality is good. Live counters for quessedillas, Dosa & pasta was there.
Rest normal dinner items like laccha parantha, paneer, some non veg dishes among others were available
Was at 080 lounge at Terminal 2 Bangalore courtesy Vistara Business class travel. I never eat at any lounge just go and sit around have a coffee. As was hungry tried a few dishes. To my pleasent surprise the food was amazing. Hope they keep up the standard . Very pleasant experience. Hope they have separate area for business class passengers.
which cards of ICICI banks are accepted . Please reply
Does AU Zenith Credit Card is accepted at Domestic 080 lounge?
Does anyone know about the arrival lounge in Bengaluru airport? Which cards are supported and all?
Is ICICI Emerald Visa accepted here?
Visited recently and Indus Ind Legend Signature is no longer accepted
DCB is accepted. Visited in 1st week of December. The lounge was crowded though as I visited during peak time. The food is great. Singel entry per card, my friend was asked for 800+ GST on an AXIS ACE card.
hi,
visited 080 at T2 bengaluru domestic on 18 dec 2023. DCB, MAGNUS AND PLAT RESERVE , all of which was in my pocket was okayed.
the lounge per se , I found to be less comfortable than the t1 lounge.
Axis Magnus supports adding guests to the lounges right? But in GOI and BLR 080 I been told that 1 card 1 person. Can somebody confirm.
Guest access is available on Priority Pass for Magnus, not directly on Card. But PP are ideally meant for Intl access.
Thanks Sid,
That’s something I learned the hard way! Recently I went to Goa (TRVBLRGOI) . Lounge at TRV does not have tie up with Magnus. Only Reserve and Rupay cards accepted. TRV>GOI didn’t have much of layover time. But return had 6 hr layover at night.
At BLR and GOI I faced this 1 card per person issue. Usually this wont happen as I have Regalia add on card. But this time I sit on the FYF upgrade till last moment despite your recommendation via Best Cards 😉 . Fortunately I could use SBI octane at GOI for dinner for me and my spouse. At GOI they were advising people to in and out by 30+ mins as its a restaurant not a lounge. As I can see Rupay cards getting traction in terms of lounge access in most places. Nowadays we need to check if the cards we hold is accepted at lounges. As a not-a-regular traveler till last year I wasn’t so concerned about it. The best thing happened is I could use meet and greet services which was very very helpful especially when we travel with family (incl. kids).
Yesterday 19 Feb 2024, I visited Blr 080 at Gate 12 with 4 Adults and 1 Child. Cards used were Amex Plat Travel, Primary Infinia, Add on Infinia & 2 Priority Pass (issued on Infinia). Names of Passengers are not relevant. Not necessary that card name should match with boarding pass name. They only need eligible cards. The lounge is super good. This was my 4th visit since 2023.
Could we also have a review of 080 Arrivals lounge in BLR T2?
Today visited this 080 Lounge, Bangalore airport. Spectacular with mesmerizing experience. It did serve super delicious foods. So many varieties. One dish that won my heart is Risotto rice in two variants. Ms.Heri from Arunachal Pradesh prepared it and served it in the most delicious manner. I just loved the indulgence of the dish very much. Thanks a Ms.Heri.
Does access to this lounge work with Priority Pass provided with Emeralde Private Metal credit card?
I remember reading somewhere that PP issued with this card will also work in domestic lounges accepting priority pass and it will not be chargeable
When I tried to access with priority pass they refused saying they haven’t started with this card, also the same with HDFC regalia card as well.
The 080 in T2 accepted Eterna, DCB, Axis vistara infinite, Aurum, each at Rs2. Both T1 and T2 domestic 080 lounges are among best in the country.
Paid access to 080 T2 costs Rs2065 (1750 +gst).
Can someone confirm that still there are two seperate lounges (080 and BLR) in T1 domestic terminal or is it only one combined lounge now?
Hi, Both are separate. main course meal is exactly in both. 080 have some additional live counter dishes, nicer ambience.
Very nice, friendly staff. We stayed there during transfer between international and domestic connection. Food was delicious especially the dosas … mouth watering. I am happy with overall service.