My Niyo Lounge Experience! 
I wanted to share a special lounge experience I had, and I hope it inspires you to share yours too! 
As many of you might know, Niyo recently upgraded its lounge feature. Now, accessing a lounge is easier than ever—no need for your physical card! Instead, you get a convenient lounge pass with a QR code that can be scanned at the lounge entrance for a smooth and hassle-free experience. 
But there’s more! The lounge pass now offers access exclusively to international lounges. You can get one complimentary lounge pass outside India per quarter when you spend ₹50,000 abroad in a calendar quarter using your Niyo card. With over 1300 international airport lounges to choose from, you’re truly spoilt for choice! 
For more details, you can check out this thread: Clarification on Niyo Lounge Access.
Now, onto my story…
My First Lounge Experience 
Although I haven’t had the chance to travel abroad yet (planning to, soon!), I did get to use Niyo’s lounge access feature back in 2022 when it was available for domestic lounges.
I was flying to my hometown from Bangalore with a morning flight around 11:30 AM. Excited to use my Niyo card, I reached the airport 2.5 hours early, just to experience the lounge at 080—arguably the best lounge at Bangalore airport. 
This lounge has an amazing vibe, with great food options, and it was a serene escape from the usual airport hustle. It’s less crowded, and there was no queue at the entrance, making my experience smooth from the get-go.
A Culinary Delight 
I used my Niyo SBM debit card to access the lounge—only ₹2 was debited and later credited back for card authorization. The food was absolutely fantastic! There was a live counter for fresh dishes, and I got to chat with two enthusiastic chefs who were incredibly welcoming. They prepared the most delicious dosa and omelette for me—meals I still think about every time I travel! 
The chefs were happy to offer me more dishes to try, and there was a buffet too. I ended up spending around 2 hours in the lounge, not just enjoying the food but also connecting with the chefs and the wonderful staff working there. I was so immersed in the experience that I almost forgot I had a flight to catch!
A Warm Welcome Back
Six months later, I traveled again and visited the same lounge. To my surprise, the staff recognized me and made the experience even better than before! It was like meeting old friends, and it truly made my travel memorable.
Here are a few pictures that always remind me of this experience whenever I travel:
That’s my Niyo lounge story! 🛋️ I can’t wait to hear yours! Whether you’re the only one in your group with lounge access or you’ve got a story to share, we’d love to see and read about it. Whether you have pictures or just words to share, let’s celebrate those amazing lounge moments together! 
