Cathay Pacific and Vancouver International Airport Authority are pleased to announce the reopening of the Cathay Pacific Lounge on June 16, 2023 for flight CX865 on June 17, 2023, as Hong Kong’s home airline continues to add more flights to its global schedule.
Located in the International Terminal of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), between departure gates D70 and D71, the lounge originally opened in May 2016.
The lounge measures 510 square metres, with a seating capacity of 108 people offering a supremely comfortable exclusive environment of understated luxury in which passengers can relax before their flight out of Vancouver.
Designed by Studioilse, the London-based design firm led by Ilse Crawford, the lounge features warm, natural materials like wood and stone, alongside softened acoustics and lighting, to create an environment that helps passengers feel relaxed by engaging the senses and focusing on wellbeing as a core principle.
Cherry wood walls and limestone flooring are framed with details such as glazed screens and green ceramic tiles in The Noodle Bar, bronze and brass highlights in the main entrance and bar area.
Specially sourced artwork reflects the local culture of B.C., giving the feel of a comfortable domestic space rather than a standard airline lounge.
Natural sunlight filters through the windows; bespoke chairs and side tables with inbuilt lamps and sockets are placed by the glass so passengers can enjoy views of the airport runway and mountains beyond.
Travellers can take advantage of complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the lounge.
Dining is a focal part of the Cathay Pacific lounge experience and the airline’s Vancouver lounge features the signature Noodle Bar, which offers a selection of dishes including wonton noodle soup, dan dan noodle soup and authentic Hong Kong-style fish ball noodle soup.
Another dining highlight is The Pantry, where passengers can enjoy cold cuts, a selection of cheeses, salads, international hot food, fruits, desserts, choice of wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
The lounge is open to First and Business Class passengers travelling on Cathay Pacific, Cathay members with Silver Card status or above, and members of all tiers who earn lounge passes and/or their friends and family, including oneworld members with Sapphire status or above and First and Business Class passengers travelling on oneworld partners.
The Cathay Pacific Lounge opens four hours prior to scheduled flight departure.