The lounge features new leather and faux leather couches, round tables, and French lilac-colored chairs, providing comfortable seating in a generally uncrowded environment. Power ports (USB-A and plugs) are widely available.
A decent hot buffet offers Indian dishes such as Idli Sambar, Peanut Vadas, Poha, Sauteed Vegetables, Potato Wedges, Chana Kulcha, along with Chicken Sausages, eggs to order, sliced fruits, and cereals. A full bar provides standard spirits, while beer and soft drinks are self-serve.
Key amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, flight information screens, reading materials, and shower facilities. USB-A ports and power outlets are available across the seating areas. A baby changing room and complimentary shoe shine are also present.
The lounge underwent a deep cleanse and appears neat, with clean restrooms, which are often less crowded than those in other domestic lounges.
The Air India Maharaja Domestic Lounge at New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) Terminal 3 is an airline-operated facility for domestic departures, accessible to Air India's First and Business Class passengers, Flying Returns Platinum and Gold members, and Star Alliance Gold members.
Following a recent upgrade, the lounge presents a refreshed interior with new leather and faux leather couches, along with updated dining and seating areas featuring round tables and modern chairs. The atmosphere is generally quiet and uncrowded, contributing to a comfortable waiting experience. While recliners have been replaced by single-seater sofas, ample power outlets are available throughout the seating areas for traveler convenience.
The food and beverage selection includes a hot buffet with a variety of Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian options such as Idli Sambar, Chana Kulcha, Chicken Sausages, and eggs to order, complemented by fruits and cereals for breakfast. A full bar serves standard spirits, with self-service options for beer and soft drinks. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, flight information screens, and reading materials. Shower facilities are available, along with a baby changing room and complimentary shoe shine service.
The lounge maintains a good standard of cleanliness, with restrooms noted for their tidiness. Overall, this lounge provides a solid and comfortable experience for its eligible passengers flying domestically from DEL's Terminal 3.
