The 080 Arrival Lounge at Bangalore Airport’s T2 terminal opened in late 2023 and has quickly earned a reputation as one of India’s finest arrival lounges. It stands out for its welcoming ambiance, generous seating, and a-la-carte menu with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Below is a concise guide to what to expect at the T2 arrival lounge at BLR.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Location
- Access
- Seating & Interiors
- Food
- Bottomline
Overview
| Type | Arrivals Lounge |
| Cards accepted | Selected cards (varies) |
| Location | T2 Arrivals |
| Plug points | Yes |
| Ambience | Spacious, well-designed interiors |
| Food options | Fresh a-la-carte menu |
| Capacity | About 60 pax plus a paid private area |
This arrival lounge is notable for its comfortable setting and an a-la-carte menu that many find impressive compared with other airport lounges.
Location
The lounge is located just before the main exit of the T2 arrivals area, a short walk from the 080 Cafe. Look for directional signage at the cafe kiosk and walk straight for about a minute toward the lounge.
Do not exit the terminal before visiting the lounge, as re-entry is not permitted. You will pass the 080 Transit Hotel en route; that facility is expected to become fully operational in the near future.
Note: If you land at Terminal 1, you cannot access this lounge without passing through security to enter the T2 arrivals area, which is not allowed for arriving passengers from a different terminal.
Access
- Priority Pass
- Diners Club credit cards
- Dreamfolks card
- Selected bank cards such as Yes Bank and RuPay credit cards
Visits are commonly allowed for two hours after swipe. As an arrival lounge, acceptance by card networks is more limited than departure lounges; availability may change over time. During a recent visit, Priority Pass provided access via a Citi Prestige card, and other visitors reported smooth entry using Diners BizBlack and its add-on cards.
Seating & Interiors
The lounge makes a strong first impression with green ceiling plants and contemporary décor that create a calm, welcoming atmosphere.
The lounge is divided into two distinct areas: a main complimentary-access seating section that holds roughly 60–70 guests, and a private business area designed for meetings or small groups (about 20–25 people) available for a separate fee, typically around ₹3,000 plus GST.
During off-peak times, the lounge can feel quiet and comfortable; on the author’s visit there were only a few other guests present.
Food
The lounge offers a surprisingly broad a-la-carte menu for an arrivals facility, with dishes generally served within 10–20 minutes of ordering.
Food is offered without strict limits for guests, and the reviewer sampled several vegetarian dishes. Presentation, taste, and service received positive remarks from visitors.
Photos above show the menu and representative dishes served in the lounge.
Bottomline
- Cardexpert rating: 5/5
The 080 Arrival Lounge at BLR T2 meets most expectations for a premium arrival experience, with quality food, comfortable seating, and a pleasant atmosphere. The primary drawback noted is the limited restroom availability. If you have eligible access cards and a little time after landing, this lounge is well worth a visit.
Bangalore Airport now hosts several strong lounge options, including the Air India Lounge, 080 Lounge at T2 departures, and the 080 Lounge at T1 departures. There is also another arrival lounge (Care by BLR) in T1 that may be reviewed separately in the future.
If you’ve visited the 080 Arrivals Lounge at Bangalore T2, feel free to share your experience in the comments.