Emirates has opened a new premium lounge at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport to elevate the travel experience for its passengers. Situated in Terminal 3 within the airside transit area near passport control, the lounge offers a calm, refined environment and a suite of amenities designed for comfort, convenience and productivity.
The 156-seat lounge presents a carefully curated food and beverage program, featuring an extensive buffet of gourmet dishes inspired by Italy and international cuisines. Guests can enjoy a complimentary full bar, with a selection designed to complement the dining options. Multiple comfortable seating zones provide space for socializing or relaxing, while dedicated reading areas offer a quiet corner for those who prefer a more peaceful atmosphere.
Practical amenities include well-maintained shower facilities for freshening up between flights and a prayer room to accommodate travelers seeking a private space for reflection. A fully equipped business center provides workstations and seamless WiFi access, allowing business travelers to remain productive. The lounge’s design balances luxury and functionality to serve a variety of traveler needs.
Access to the lounge is available to Emirates first- and business-class passengers as well as to Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members. This ensures that frequent flyers and premium-ticket holders can make the most of their time at the airport with dedicated facilities before departure.
Emirates’ expansion of lounge offerings in Rome reflects the airline’s long-standing connection to Italy. The carrier first established operations in Rome in 1992, and the city remains a significant part of its Italian network. Emirates currently operates 42 weekly flights to Italy, including two daily services to Rome, three weekly flights to Milan (MXP) and one to Venice (VCE). According to Mohammed H. Mattar, Divisional Senior Vice President of Airport Services at Emirates, steady passenger growth over recent years made a dedicated lounge at Rome a necessary addition to support customer experience.
The new lounge at Leonardo da Vinci Airport complements Emirates’ broader strategy to provide consistent, high-quality ground services across its network. By offering multiple amenities in a single location—dining, beverage service, business facilities, shower rooms and quiet spaces—the airline aims to reduce travel stress and create a more enjoyable transit environment for eligible travelers.
For travelers departing from Rome, the lounge represents a convenient place to work, rest or dine before boarding. Its proximity to passport control and positioning inside Terminal 3’s airside area makes it easily accessible for passengers transiting through the airport. The combination of Italian culinary influences and international menu options provides a taste of local flavor while maintaining the global standards expected by Emirates customers.
Emirates’ decision to invest in upgraded passenger facilities at Rome’s main international airport underscores the airline’s commitment to enhancing the overall journey, not just the in-flight experience. The new lounge aims to deliver a seamless, comfortable pre-flight experience that caters to leisure and business travelers alike.
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