IGA Lounge, Istanbul Airport: the model of perfection

Last visit: June 2025

My rating: 10/10

Airport: Istanbul, International Terminal

Access method: Priority Pass

If there is one lounge that truly deserves the highest score, it is without doubt the IGA Lounge at Istanbul Airport. In a hub that already stands as a model of modernity and efficiency, this lounge presents itself as the natural extension of the concept of absolute excellence.

Outstanding gastronomy

The first impression comes from the food: abundant, varied, incredibly fresh, and of excellent quality. This is not the usual standardized selection of reheated snacks, but rather a buffet combining Turkish specialties — kebabs, meze, traditional desserts — with carefully prepared international dishes. An offering that satisfies both those eager to explore local flavors and those preferring something more familiar, always at the highest quality one could expect from an airport lounge.

Comfort for every need

The lounge is designed to meet the needs of different travelers. Extremely comfortable sofas for those facing long waits, fully equipped tables for those who need to work, and stand-up counters for those who just want to enjoy a quick meal. The attention to detail in the layout of the spaces reveals a profound focus on the passenger’s overall experience.

Unparalleled services

Here the key word is abundance of possibilities:

• relaxing massages to ease the stress of travel,

• a billiard table for an unusual distraction inside an airport,

• a smoking lounge that is well-ventilated and organized,

• lockers with integrated charging outlets for recharging phones in total safety.

Space and functionality

The IGA Lounge also impresses with its generous size, capable of accommodating a large number of passengers without ever giving the feeling of being crowded. All around, intelligently and widely distributed, are power outlets and USB ports, showing a design that keeps the traveler’s needs at the center. Even the Wi-Fi is flawless, a detail that is anything but obvious in many lounges.

IGA Lounge Istanbul: Conclusion

The IGA Lounge is not merely a place to pass the time: it is an experience that transforms waiting into pleasure, making airport time not just bearable but actually desirable.For me, without hesitation, it is one of the best lounges in the world, perfectly aligned with the spirit of a brand-new and highly efficient airport like Istanbul. My rating: 10/10, with distinction.