This was my second visit to the Plaza Premium Lounge at Delhi Airport Terminal 1, Domestic Departures. The lounge had been extremely crowded the previous time I visited, likely because it accepts a wide range of cards, so I wasn’t able to take photos then. I returned alone this time and was able to take pictures and note my experience.
Note: If you are looking for the Plaza Premium lounge at Delhi T3 Domestic, see my separate review for that location.
Plaza Premium Lounge at Delhi T1 – Entrance
My Experience at Plaza Premium Lounge Delhi T1D:
At the reception I pulled out my Diners Black credit card hoping for a smooth VIP welcome, but the staff informed me they were having server issues with Diners cards that day and could not accept it. They said this was a rare occurrence and specific to that day. Fortunately I had several other cards, and gained entry by using my HDFC Platinum Mastercard debit card, which qualifies for lounge access via Mastercard benefits.
The lounge offers a wide spread of snacks and light buffet items. My personal favorite was Cornitos Nachos, which I grabbed from the selection on the snack table.
Plaza Premium Lounge at Delhi – Snacks
View of Delhi Airport from Lounge
Plaza Premium Lounge at Delhi food
Snacks
During my visit I noticed a gentleman who had used his Infinia credit card to enter. I attempted a brief conversation about the card; he mentioned he had held it for some time and treated it like any other everyday card. He seemed reserved and was with his family, so I kept the chat short and respectful—mentioning I might apply for that card in the future.
Facilities at Plaza Premium Lounge – Delhi Airport:
- CardExpert Lounge Rating: 3.5/5
- Wi‑Fi: Yes
- Food: Yes. Buffet with a variety of snacks and light hot options.
- Ambiance: Pleasant, but the lounge frequently gets crowded.
- Recharge Stations: Yes
- Complimentary Access on: Priority Pass, American Express, Diners Club, and select MasterCard programs.
Overall, Plaza Premium at Delhi T1 is a solid domestic lounge with a good food selection and comfortable seating. The main drawback is limited space: during my visit the lounge was roughly 90% full. On a previous visit I remember enjoying an extended meal and the dessert options, which were quite good.
Update Sep 2017: On later visits I noticed the service and food variety declined somewhat, and some card access options (such as Visa) were withdrawn. Other travelers have reported similar changes.
Have you visited this lounge or met travelers carrying premium cards like Infinia or Amex Centurion? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below.