Google 4.6 stars? This Jakarta T2 lounge is all cons, except for the coffee
qponx
2026-03-04
Don't be fooled by the high Google rating! This review exposes the Blue Sky Premier Lounge at Jakarta T2 as a traveler's nightmare. Expect a crowded, noisy space with disastrous food, slow Wi-Fi, and shockingly poor service—like being given a floor mat instead of a towel. The only saving grace is the decent barista-made coffee. This article is a must-read cautionary tale for anyone considering paying for entry, warning them to avoid this airport trap.
Just got off a red-eye flight, barely alive and just wanting to find a place to crash. A quick search on my phone for the Blue Sky Premier Lounge at Jakarta Airport T2, and whoa, a 4.6 on Google! I thought, "This is a safe bet," after all, the official promotional photos looked pretty high-end✨. But the moment I pushed the door open, I knew something was off.
Anjay! This is hardly the "start of a refined journey," it's more like a massive ordeal for corporate drones?!
An Immersive 'Wet Market' Experience
The quiet and comfort I had imagined were completely non-existent. The whole lounge was packed shoulder-to-shoulder, as noisy as a Pasar (market), and finding an empty seat was purely a matter of fate. After finally managing to sit down, a whiff of second-hand smoke drifted over—turns out the door to the smoking room wasn't closed properly[1], just brilliant. The air conditioning was practically non-existent; it was so hot I just wanted to Nongkrong right there and then.
Don't even get me started on getting any business work done. The Wi-Fi was so slow it made me question my existence, and power outlets were a rare commodity. If you wanted to charge your phone, you had to be quick and sharp-eyed to snag one[2].
And the food... it was a complete disaster. The selection on the buffet table was pitifully small, the rice was so dry you could use it as a weapon, and the chicken was as tough as chewing on a rubber band[3]. What made me break down the most was that a lot of the food was just left uncovered, with a few flies having a party on it… I'm speechless! 🤢
The only consolation was probably the coffee bar in the corner. The latte made by the barista was actually decent[4], and it managed to salvage a tiny bit of dignity for this awful experience. I heard they used to have freshly cooked Indomie[5], but I didn't see any this time; it might have become the stuff of legend.
Seriously, I Have to Point Out Some Flaws
What left me most speechless were the service and facilities. The receptionist's face was so sour, you'd think I owed her millions, and plates were piled high on the tables with no one clearing them[6].
I wanted to take a shower to freshen up, but when I asked for a towel, the attendant handed me a... floor mat?! Dude, are you serious? The experience of drying myself with a floor mat was a first in my life[7], Mantap👍!
If you're paying out of pocket, the entry fee is around 150,000-200,000 Indonesian Rupiah[8]. Girls, wouldn't that money be better spent at any random coffee shop outside? Paying money to suffer is just not worth it.
A Guide to Avoiding This Trap, You're Welcome!
Alright, rant over. Here's the useful info!
- Who should enter?: If you have a Star Alliance Gold card or certain premium credit cards that grant free access, then just pop in for a free coffee[9] and leave. Don't have any other expectations.
- Who should absolutely NOT enter?: Self-paying travelers! Take my advice and run! Your money deserves a better place.
- Pre-visit Preparation:
- If you absolutely must come, please bring your own towel and toiletries, otherwise you might "win" the same "drying off with a floor mat" experience[10].
- A fully charged power bank is your savior; don't expect to find an outlet easily here.
- There are no flight information display screens in the lounge, so make sure to check your boarding time on your phone and don't miss your flight!
- The only highlight?: They offer a paid buggy service; for 50,000 Indonesian Rupiah[11], they'll take you directly to your boarding gate. For "lazy cancer" patients who can't be bothered to walk or are in a hurry, this might be the only practical function of this lounge.
- Skip paying 150-200k IDR for this. A cafe outside is better. Don't spend money to suffer—it's not worth it[1].
- Want a shower? They might give you a floor mat to dry yourself. An experience you'll never, ever forget[2]!
- The lounge is loud as a Pasar, with flies feasting on uncovered food. It’s a chaotic survival scene for office drones.
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