My trip of firsts continues with this Gulf Air A320neo business class review. I have yet to fly with Gulf Air and have not flown in an A320neo before, so it truly was a flight of firsts. Thanks to the unique hospitality, it was a memorable trip.
This is my Gulf Air A320 business class review between Abu Dhabi and Manama.
Details
Route: Abu Dhabi to Manama
Aircraft: Airbus A320 Neo
Seat: 1F
Highlights: Hospitality
Low lights: Entertainment
Gulf Air Business Class Check-in
My Gulf Air A320neo business class review began with a connection in Abu Dhabi. I had just flown Etihad’s brand new A350-1000 and was connecting to Bahrain. Check-in for this flight was done in Istanbul, and I only had to clear security in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Lounge
After security, I made my way to the Abu Dhabi lounge in terminal one. It was the only lounge open as the Plaza Premium Lounge has been shut down since the pandemic started. This is too bad, as the Abu Dhabi lounge is just OK. It’s a contracted lounge and was very busy with mediocre food. They were serving alcohol during Ramadan, which was nice, and the bartender was very friendly and happy to make me a couple of gin and tonics before continuing on.
For my full review of the Abu Dhabi lounge, check out this post.
Gulf Air Seat Map
Seats on the Gulf Air A320neo are in a 2–2 configuration. They are brand-new and quite stylish.
Seats on this Gulf Air a320 business class flight were wide with reclining controls and a footrest that pops out. In the middle is the entertainment system controls, and below that is a 110v power plug and, for some reason, multiple USB charging ports.
Gulf Air A320neo Business Class Entertainment
The entertainment system has a very responsive touchscreen remote. Bringing up the movies and television shows, I found that most content is in Arabic, which makes sense given the location. For some reason, there are a bunch of French titles and 500 Days of Summer. Interesting note: there was over a minute of ads before a selected show played. Noise-cancelling headphones are provided/
Gulf Air A320neo Business Class Service and Amenities
Service on my Gulf Air A320neo flight was tops. Upon boarding, I was offered a hot or cold towel and a delicious lime and mint drink. Shortly after that, Arabic coffee and dates were served. There was no amenities kit on this short flight.
Gulf Air A320 Business Class Food and Drink
The flight was less than an hour so a light stack of pinwheel sandwiches was offered. No alcohol was served as I was traveling during Ramadan. Most interestingly, before arrival, rosewater was offered. This was a nice and unique gesture and embraced the region’s culture.
So, Would I Fly Gulf Air Business Class Again?
Even though my flight with Gulf Air was short, their attention to detail and high standard of service really showed.
In conclusion, the Gulf Air A320 Business Class offers a truly exceptional flying experience. From the moment you step onboard, you are greeted with impeccable service and a warm Middle Eastern hospitality that sets this airline apart.
The Gulf Air A320 Business Class highlights include luxurious seating arrangements and spacious legroom that ensure a restful journey. The attentive cabin crew goes above and beyond to cater to your every need, providing personalized service throughout the flight.
One cannot overlook the Middle Eastern touches that charm the overall experience. From the delectable Arabic cuisine served onboard to the traditional Arabic coffee and dates offered as a welcome gesture, every detail reflects the rich cultural heritage of this region.
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, choosing Gulf Air’s Airbus A320 Business Class guarantees a memorable journey filled with top-notch service and authentic Middle Eastern hospitality.
I would be happy to fly Gulf Air business class again on a longer flight and look forward to trying out their 787 Dreamliner down the line.
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Ive travelled this plane in Business and its a joke, the most painful seat Ive ever had left me with backache for days, wouldnt have been so bad if they hadnt swapped it from the 787 I normally use with REAL business seats, this is just a glorified premium economy, and their service is pretty grim too and Ive flown with them numerous times.
Yes, it is in line with most short-haul business-class products, which is essentially premium economy.