Your Quick Guide to Plaza Premium Lounges at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Planning a trip through Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)? Don't miss the four Plaza Premium Lounges in Terminals 1 and 2!
This quick guide covers all the key things you need to know, from location, access hours, and how to get entry.
Being conveniently located across two terminals, these lounges offer the amenities you know and love like complimentary Wi-Fi, charging stations, a wide range of food and beverages, and well-equipped business centres.
Two lounges also offer showers, and the Zone A Terminal 2 lounge offers incredible sleep rooms (which we have used).
Whether you're a frequent flyer or an occasional traveller, this guide will help you make the most of your airport experience by ensuring you get the comfort, relaxation, and convenience you deserve. Let's explore further.
Locations and Opening Hours
There are four Plaza Premium Lounges at TPE:
Plaza Premium Lounge (Zone A, International Departures, Terminal 2), open 0500 - 2300 daily - see map.
Plaza Premium Lounge (Zone A1, International Departures, Terminal 2), open 0700 - 1500 daily - see map.
Plaza Premium Lounge (Zone C, International Departures, Terminal 1), open 0700 - 1500 daily - see map.
Plaza Premium Lounge (Zone D, International Departures, Terminal 1), open 24 hours daily - see map.
Amenities and Unique Features
All Plaza Premium lounges in Taipei offer comfortable seating, a range of cuisine, and a variety of complimentary beverages. Free Wi-Fi is available, so you can stay connected while you relax.
For Business Travelers
If you're travelling for business, take advantage of the lounges' quiet honeycomb workspaces, where you can prepare for your meetings or catch up on emails. If you need to get some serious work done, you might want to head to the Terminal 1 lounges, which are reportedly less busy in the early morning and late evening.
For Leisure Travelers
For those looking to unwind before their flight, all lounges provide a relatively peaceful environment with comfy seating areas.
The Terminal 2 Zone A and A1 lounges are recommended for their wide selection of hot foods, both Western and Asian, including a highly praised beef noodle soup.
The Terminal 2 Zone A lounge also has sleep rooms which we cover below.
Sleep Rooms
The Zone A, Terminal 2 Plaza Premium Lounge at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport offers private relaxation suites, fully decked out with cosy beds and private toilets, making it the perfect oasis for weary travellers in need of rest and good sleep.
These sleep rooms offer the ideal environment to relax or sleep amidst a long journey, and we had the pleasure of enjoying these first-hand on a recent trip to Taiwan. The room we had contained twin beds, which was perfect for a tired grandfather and his grandson to have a good nap before a very late-night flight! You can see an example room in the image carousel below.
These suites can be pre-booked online via Plaza Premium for the following time slots and prices:
6 hours for 4,980 TWD (about US$160)
12 hours for 6,600 TWD (about US$213)
Shower Facilities
If you'd like to freshen up before your journey, you can find hot shower facilities at the Plaza Premium Lounge in Zone A, Terminal 2, as well as at the Plaza Premium Lounge in Zone D, Terminal 1.
Please note that shower facilities are available at an additional cost.
How to Access a Plaza Premium Lounge at TPE
The Plaza Premium Lounges are accessible to all travellers regardless of airline or class of travel. You can purchase access directly on arrival, or you can pre-book your lounge pass online for instant confirmation.
We've covered the main access options below:
Day Pass: Purchase a three-hour lounge pass from LoungePair for US$41. LoungeBuddy and Plaza Premium also offer day passes.
Lounge Membership: DragonPass members can access these lounges. Priority Pass members can also get access.
Credit Card: American Express Platinum and CapitalOne cardholders can access these lounges.
Airline Status: oneworld members with Sapphire or Emerald status can access the Terminal 1 Zone C and D lounges when flying with Malaysia Airlines. Star Alliance members with Gold status can access the Terminal 1 lounges when flying with Singapore Airlines or Thai Airways.
Travel Class: Business Class customers on Singapore Airlines or Thai Airways flights are invited to Plaza Premium Lounge, at Terminal 2, Zone A. Business Class passengers with Malaysia Airlines can access the Terminal 1 Zone C and D lounges.
Reward points: Members of Plaza Premium’s Smart Traveller loyalty program can use their points for a complimentary visit. One visit for one passenger currently costs 2,800 reward points when redeemed online.
There is no access charge for children under 2 years old.
Tips for an Enhanced Experience
Book your lounge pass in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak hours. LoungePair sells passes that are not fixed to any time or date, providing ultimate flexibility in access.
Arrive earlier before your flight to make the most of the amenities on offer.
While in transit, make sure to visit the lounges at either Zone A Terminal 2 or Zone D Terminal 1 for a refreshing shower. You can even reserve a private sleep room at the Zone A Terminal 2 lounge.
Summing Up
Visiting one of the four Plaza Premium Lounges at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport will level up your travel experience, once you've had your fill exploring the airport, of course!
You can indulge in a wide range of amenities, including comfortable seating, refreshing beverages, delicious snacks, and impeccable service.
Whether you're seeking a moment of relaxation or a place to catch up on work, these lounges offer the perfect retreat.
