Yesterday I briefly talked about the new Qantas Brisbane Domestic Business Lounge and posted the press photos and said I would be at the media event later that night. Here is the full review of the brand new Brisbane lounge.
My apologies for the late posting, jet lag hit me bad this last night/this morning
![a glass door with a red rope](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-16-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
A massive benefit of the new lounge is the new Premium Entry facility located right next to the regular Qantas security area. Passengers in Business Class, Qantas Platinum and Gold and Oneworld Emerald & Sapphire members can use entry.
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Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The premium entry is also joined up with the new Valet facility.
![a white hallway with a sign on the wall](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-18-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The lounge will have agents always available and will help do bag drop and check if you have access to the lounge.
![a lobby with a desk and a computer](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-19-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
Premium Entry has it’s own security which will greatly reduce time waiting in lines.
![a people standing in a lobby](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-22-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The look and feel of the new facility is modern looking and has a great warm feeling to it.
![a reception area with a desk and a man walking in the background](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-23-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
Just before the escalator there are a few seats free.
![a group of chairs around a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-24-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a large white room with a white wall and a white floor](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-25-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a group of chairs around a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-26-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
Up to the lounge, there is either an elevator or escalator.
![an escalator in a building](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-27-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
At these desks is where you’ll be able to get any questions answered or help if you require assistance with anything.
![a reception desks in a building](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-14-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a reception desks in a building](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-15-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a reception desk in a building](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGEbetter-1-of-1.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
You’ll definitely notice how big the new area is, I didn’t expect it to be a massive space increase but I was shocked to find it’s 30% larger than what previously was available and it can seat 350 people.
![a room with a table and chairs](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-29-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The lounge was designed by Woods Bagot and the colours and natural light are inspired by the bright Queensland lifestyle.
![a room with chairs and tables](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-10-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The lounge features a heap of comfortable seating and an abundance of powerpoints, a big kudos to Qantas for that.
![a row of brown chairs in a room with windows](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-4-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
As you can see, the large windows will provide great natural light and there is a great view of the apron from the lounge.
![a room with chairs and tables](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-12-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
At the far end of the lounge is where the wine bar is found. In the mornings, coffee and tea are served but in the evenings, wines will be served from there as well as the bar.
![people sitting around a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-11-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The bathrooms have both normal bathrooms and shower suites.
![a hallway with doors and a white floor](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-50-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The shower suites are nice and large and stock Aspar products.
![a bathroom with a sink and a mirror](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-47-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The large showers are wide and tall, perfect for anybody.
![a shower with a shower head and a shower head](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-49-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a bathroom with a mirror](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-54-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![two white bottles of liquid](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-48-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a row of urinals in a bathroom](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-55-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a bathroom with a mirror and doors](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-56-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a toilet with the lid up](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-53-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
There is also a parents room and disabled bathroom.
![a door with a sign on the wall](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-51-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a room with chairs and tables](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-8-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a room with a couch and chairs](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-44-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
These tables also have USB and Powerpoints available.
![a room with a table and chairs](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-7-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a black and silver rectangular object with a black cover](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-6-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a room with a table and chairs](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-13-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The main end is where the Bar and the Mexican Catina is found.
![a group of people standing in a room](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-42-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a bar with stools around it](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-43-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The bar can do all types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
![a bar with a variety of food items on the counter](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-45-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a row of glasses with ice and a brown rim](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-41-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
As you can see, there is a heap of seating options available.
![a group of people sitting at tables in a room with a wall and windows](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-31-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a long table with chairs and a plant in it](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-2-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a long booth with tables and chairs](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-3-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
And the new star of the Qantas lounges is the Mexican Catina. The Perth Business Lounge is famous for having a pizza oven and Neil Perry wanted something different for Brisbane, interesting and awesome concept!
![a restaurant with a large counter and people in the background](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-1-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
The food was fantastic and it’s great to have something unique In the lounge.
![plates of food on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-39-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a group of people in a kitchen](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-38-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
As with all Qantas lounges, there is the self-serve food and drink section.
![a group of drinks dispensers on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-37-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a table with teapots and drinks on it](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-36-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a group of bottles of liquid and bowls of food on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-46-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
There’s a good range of both hot and cold food available to guests.
![a trays of cookies on a counter](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-32-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a wooden board with different types of cheese and various food](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-33-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a bowl of dip and vegetables on a table](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-34-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a group of bowls of food on a counter](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-35-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
![a plate of churros with chocolate sauce](https://pointsfromthepacific.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/QFLOUNGE-40-of-56.jpg)
Brisbane Domestic Business Class Lounge
Bottom Line
The new Brisbane Domestic Business Class lounge is now my favourite domestic lounge. There’s a massive amount of space, the food options are very generous and there are powerpoints available all throughout the lounge.
Melbourne’s lounge is on the cards for the next revamp but there’s currently no information as to whether or when this will take place.
2 comments
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So far disappointed with the new updates in the Brisbane domestic Qantas Lounge. Long queues at the one barista, women’s toilets are already looking tired due to the light colours used, sinks are chipped and splash water everywhere and it appears towels are no longer provided . Many of the new chairs in the lounge are uncomfortable and too high for the provided tables. Old lounge was much more comfortable and user friendly. I think the designer has made several flawed decisions when designing the new lounge.
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