The Crystal lounge at Geneva airport is not top, but in Italy it would make its "dirty" impression

As always when I review a lounge I take into consideration the airport where one is located, the type of lounge, and above all the alternatives that the airport offers with the same access rules. In this case in the non-Schengen zone there are two lounges, this one and the Marhaba which of course I have already reviewed.

Location

Here we are in the Gate C area, we are on the elevated floor and structurally similar to the Marhaba lounge which is on the opposite side of the corridor. When you exit the elevator you can decide to go straight, for the Aspire, or turn left for the Maharaba.

Access

The list of companies that have an agreement with this lounge is long, but the most important thing is that it is open to holders of Priority passes and similar cards.

Unlike the nearby lounge, I did not notice any hourly restrictions for these cardholders, and when I visited it was definitely more crowded than the Marhaba. It is operated by Aspire a network with a strong presence around the world.

The lounge

A long glazed corridor, with a slightly "chaotic" layout.

Just past the reception desk is a small corner buffet.

Along the glass window overlooking the air terminal are single chairs with a small table, definitely the most isolated location in the entire lounge.

Then there are areas with sofas.

Also a small island with 4 seats hidden by the chair frame.

Toward the back there are also two sort of small houses with a table where 4 people can be comfortable.

Again, there are no walls dividing the lounge areas, only furnishings that create a little bit of a barrier.

Food & Beverage

The choice is quite narrow, both in terms of food and drinks. In this case it is definitely inferior to Marhaba.

In conclusion

Nice, but only as a plan B in case you can't get into the other hall. Of course if it was the only one the grade would be different, but that's what you have to evaluate and if one has Priority Pass admissions counted it's only fair to know when to use them and when not to waste them, here's where I wouldn't play them.

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The verdict

It is not the best, but only because the nearby Marhaba is very nice, so the comparison is immediate. The buffet is really small, and the lounge might look messy if very crowded.

6

Rated Location

7

F&B

5

Services

5.5

Pro

• Very bright
• Beautiful view

Against

• Poor buffet
• Messy