Air India unveils 'The Maharaja Lounge' at Delhi International Airport

Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), this lounge is the first among other such modern lounges that the airline plans to launch at airports around India and the world, as it elevates its customer experience. 

Air India has unveiled ‘The Maharaja Lounge’, its first flagship lounge, at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, creating a new benchmark in premium travel comfort and warm Indian hospitality.

Designed with subtle sophistication and thoughtful details, The Maharaja Lounge, made to the new branding and design philosophy of Air India, strikes a fine balance between heritage-inspired ambience and modern luxury. Spread across 16000 sq. ft., this lounge is the first among other such modern lounges that the airline plans to launch at airports around India and the world, as it elevates its customer experience.

Conceptualised by global design studio Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), The Maharaja Lounge features premium interiors with refined furnishings, ambient lighting, and a design language aligned with Air India’s refreshed branding. The design also establishes a deep-rooted connection with India through art pieces in the lounge, which tell a unique story celebrating India’s rich culture and heritage.

The Maharaja Lounge features distinct zones tailored to different needs, offering serene spaces for relaxation or work alongside more vibrant areas for social engagement.

“The Maharaja Lounge at Delhi airport is a significant milestone in our transformation journey,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India. “It is a tangible and proud representation of the ‘New Air India Experience’. We endeavour to set a benchmark in aviation hospitality, and this is just the beginning. Our strategic expansion plans include substantial investments to build more such platforms across countries that we fly to, which will redefine luxury and comfort for our guests.”

Key spaces in the lounge

• The Aviator’s Bar: Its design draws inspiration from the historic 1932 flight from Karachi to Bombay by Mr JRD Tata, with the ceiling replicated as the propeller of the first Puss Moth aircraft. The Crystal Bar, located in the ‘First Class’ lounge, introduces a contemporary luxury experience with subtle traditional Indian motifs. Serving champagnes along with classic and signature cocktails, its crystal enclosures create a soft, shimmering effect, making it an ideal setting to toast to luxury.
• The Globetrotter’s Study: A haven for avid readers and working professionals, the Globetrotter’s Study is Air India’s answer to a working space. A serene and cosy nook, it has a curated book collection across fiction and non-fiction titles. With ample power outlets and high-speed connectivity, it’s an ideal spot for reading in quiet comfort or working while in transit.
  
  
• Serenity Area: An enclosed area with a calming atmosphere, the Serenity Area is a space that accommodates individual recliners for guests to relax, rest, and rejuvenate.
• Sleep Suites: Guests travelling ‘First Class’ can enjoy pre-flight rest in exclusive sleep suites designed for comfort and relaxation. The experience allows travellers to wake up refreshed and enjoy a fresh juice or a hot beverage before take-off.