Adelaide Airport is the first in Australia to host two separate Plaza Premium Lounges, with its new domestic lounge now open to travellers.

Currently in a ‘soft opening’ mode with an expected full launch in November, the lounge welcomes any paying customers from just $29, plus lounge program and selected credit card members flying any airline.

This is Plaza Premium’s first foray into Australia’s domestic lounge scene, and if it proves successful. It could see the brand continue to expand. During a brief transit at Adelaide Airport, I stopped by the lounge to check it out.

Welcome to the Plaza Premium Domestic Lounge in Adelaide.
It’s located in the main terminal area. Turn left after security.

Inside the Plaza Premium Adelaide Domestic lounge

The lounge is located opposite Gate 16, blending into the surrounding shops. It’s not a massive space by any means, but it still comfortably seats over 60 people. During my evening visit, the lounge isn’t busy – but that’s likely because the upcoming grand opening hasn’t been advertised yet. It’s open daily from 5am to 8pm.

At reception, there’s a kiosk to purchase entry if you don’t already have access. Inside, the main buffet area is to the left, while most of the seating is on the right. The majority of this space is a dining room, but if you venture to the windows – gazing out at the Atura Hotel and forecourt – it becomes more of a spot to relax.

The dining room takes up most of the lounge space.
Head to the bar tables at the back if you need to charge.
Window seats offer a view and access to charging as well.

Food and beverage

The food selection is quite reasonable for a lounge of this size. Similar to the Qantas Domestic Business Lounge in Perth, there are two styles of pizza on offer. From the hot buffet, choose from four main options, including Singapore-style noodles, pasta arrabiata, kidney bean curry, and lamb tagine.

The cold display houses a colourful mix of salads, cheese and crackers with accompaniments, and mini lamingtons. Finally, on the opposite side, you’ll find a selection of fruits and dry snacks to tuck into.

Some of the salads, cheeses and desserts on offer.
Tuck into two varieties of pizza.
Two types of noodles – Asian or Italian.
There’s also a bean curry or lamb tagine if you want something more filling.
Also look out for some nibbles.

During the morning hours, expect a range of pastries and hot and cold breakfast dishes, plus the typical lounge pancake machine.

Overall, I’d peg Plaza Premium lounge dining as better than the Qantas Club and Virgin Australia lounges, but under the lofty standards of the nearby Qantas Domestic Business Lounge.

There’s a range of beverages on offer, including beers, wines and soft drinks. I enjoy a glass of Grant Burge Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay, a local Adelaide drop that retails for around $30 a bottle.

The current wine list includes:

 

  • Grant Burge Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay
  • Hardy’s The Riddle Sparkling Brut
  • Tatachilla Sauvignon Blanc
  • Grant Burge Bench Mark Pinot Grigio
  • Tatachilla Cabernet Shiraz
  • Grant Burge Bench Mark Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Grant Burge Bench Mark Merlot

 

The beers available are:

 

  • Byron Bay Brewery Premium Lager
  • James Squire 150 Lashes Pale Ale
  • Stone & Wood Crisp

Guests entering with a lounge membership receive a voucher for four alcoholic or barista-made beverages. Other soft drinks, juices and water remain complimentary and unlimited.

A glass of Grant Burge bubbles to start.
It’s a tasty dinner overall.
You can have four alcoholic drinks per voucher.

There’s not much in the way of other amenities. If you’re after a shower, you won’t find one here. There aren’t any bathrooms either, but the nearest public toilets are just opposite the entrance. Power points are mainly located along the lounge’s borders, and Adelaide Airport’s free Wi-Fi is still accessible inside.

Summing up

At the time of writing, you can buy access to this lounge for $29 without alcoholic drinks, or $48.60 with them included. That’s a pretty reasonable price, particularly for those who are happy to go without a tipple.

As with other Plaza Premium Lounges, American Express Platinum Card Members (including additional cards) enjoy complimentary access with two guests. Priority Pass, DragonPass and some other lounge membership programs are also accepted.

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Plaza Premium’s Adelaide domestic lounge is a welcome addition to the loungescape. Could it signal the start of a rivalry with Qantas and Virgin Australia on home turf? I know that I would happily scan in with my Priority Pass membership the next time I’m in Adelaide, before heading to one of the airline lounges to refresh.

Photography by Brandon Loo, who travelled at Point Hacks’ expense.

First stop, Adelaide: Plaza Premium tests the domestic loungescape with new opening was last modified: October 28th, 2025 by Brandon Loo