Tom During our recent trip to Vietnam, we decided to stop by Ambassador Transit Lounge at Changi Airport Terminal 2 – just to see if anything has changed or that the offerings have improved. Unfortunately, it has not and here’s why…
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There hasn’t been any big change for the interior of Ambassador Transit Lounge. We did notice however that there is now a robot deployed in the lounge to assist with the clearing of plates and glasses. Guests would just have to place them on the robot as it moves close to your vicinity.
The other (only) good thing about Ambassador Transit Lounge at Terminal 2 is that there is a smoking point right next to it. Probably one of the most convenient lounge at Changi Airport for smokers transiting through here. However, that’s where the good part ends…
Unlike the Ambassador Transit Lounge at T3, we didn’t receive a coupon for exchange of alcoholic beverages during our visit here. Previously when we visited the Ambassador Transit Lounge at T3, there was still at least the option of having 2 alcoholic beverages with 2 vouchers given upon entry into the lounge. There wasn’t such an option at T2’s Ambassador Transit Lounge.
The food options both in terms of the taste and quantity department, were found to be lacking. When we arrived, there were simply insufficient food in the serving trays of the buffet counters. Hence, it didn’t make sense to take pictures of empty food trays…or perhaps we should next time? 🤔 Eventually when the spaghetti was topped up, it came up to be blend, not worth the calories at all. The only option that was favourable to us was the mee rebus. It tasted good, just like what you would get from food courts in Singapore. However, the quantity was lacking and the amount of chicken in the portion was pitiful at best.
All in all, we found the entire series of Ambassador Transit Lounges at Changi Airport to be found wanting. So far, we’ve have not had a totally satisfied experience at any of the Ambassador Transit Lounges. Hence, if you have only a priority pass to be used, do not waste it at Ambassador Transit Lounge. SATS Premier Lounge would be the top option with Marhaba Lounge being a close second.
Original post from 19 Aug 2019
After completing our review of Priority Pass lounges at Terminal 1 of Singapore Changi Airport, we hopped over to Terminal 2 to check out the priority pass lounges there – starting with the Ambassador Transit Lounge…
General Information of the Ambassador Transit Lounge at Terminal 2 of Singapore Changi Airport
The following are some general information provided by the Priority Pass App. It is recommended to download the Priority Pass App if you intend to visit some airport lounges as it is typically more updated than the website itself. Plus, if you need directions to a particular Priority Pass lounge, there’s a nifty little map embedded within the app to guide you there as well (internet access required to use the app).
Opening Hours: 24 hours daily
Lounge Facilities:
– Air conditioning (don’t ask us why they’ve listed this in – maybe there are airports around the world without A/C?) 🤨
– Disabled Access
– Conference
– DMC Access (i.e. Digital Access)
– Newspapers
– No Smoking
– Alcohol
– Refreshments
– Shower
– TV
– Wi-Fi
– Fax
– Telephone
Location: Airside of Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2. Departure Transit Lounge, Mezzanine Level (Level 3). The lounge is located next to the Sunflower Garden.
Conditions:
– Maximum 3 hours stay
– Children under 6 years are admitted free
– Alcoholic drinks are only available between 06:00 and 00:00 daily
– Bedrooms and Gymnasium available
Additional Information
Alcoholic drinks, interstate/international calls, fax facilities, gymnasium, bedrooms, business center, massage, beauty and hair services are subject to payment.
Review of Ambassador Transit Lounge at Terminal 2 Changi International Airport
Ambassador Transit Lounge is an extension of the Ambassador Transit Hotel. This is also why bedrooms and gymnasium are available (subject to payment) as these are facilities available to the hotel guests. First impressions of the lounge was a little dark. This could be due to the location next to the Sunflower Garden. As we were there in the evening, there was no natural light to illuminate the premise. The upside is that it is the only lounge with access outdoors – meaning you can get some fresh air, see the planes taxi on the tarmac or have a puff outdoors.
Upon entry into the lounge, you’ll be given these drink coupons…
We were given 4 coupons upon entry. Hence, with Priority Pass, you’re entitled to 4 alcholic drinks at Ambassador Transit Lounge. Probably a way for them to account for drinks and also deter patrons from over-consumption.
Food at Ambassador Transit Lounge T2 Singapore Changi Airport
Food wise, there was a small little buffet spread. However, the taste was lacklustre. The aglio olio was bland while the remaining accompanying dishes were really nothing to shout about.
Other than the buffet, there was a salad bar. We also noted that there were no bottles of mineral water available – probably due to the fight against single-use plastics.
Showers at Ambassador Transit Lounge T2 Singapore Changi Airport
As for the showers at Ambassador Transit Lounge, it was very clean and the towel was ready for the next patron. However, the water took a little while before it warmed up and the pressure was relatively low…
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All in all, we wouldn’t recommend heading to Ambassador Transit Lounge. The food was a little disappointing and ambience was a little unwelcoming and dark at certain parts of the lounge at night. Also, no alcoholic drink consumption is allowed after 12am. The only plus point, probably for smokers, is the outdoor premise at the lounge.
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