"Not that long ago, airport lounges were little more than just quiet rooms with uncomfortable seating, basic snacks, and unreliable Wi-Fi. Initially, they were functional spaces designed primarily for business travelers who needed a place to make a phone call or send a fax in the 1990s. Today, however, an entirely new breed of airport lounges has redefined what luxury lounges look like in the United States. Some now rival boutique hotels and private social clubs, with high-end dining, craft cocktail bars, and even private showers."
"Of course, access to these lounges doesn't necessarily come cheap. Whether it's a premium seat class on a transatlantic flight, a pricey annual-fee credit card, or earning ultra-elite airline status, you'll probably have to pony up some cash to access these exclusive spaces. And that's precisely why this guide exists. This roundup will help you figure out why some U.S. airport lounges justify the splurge."
Airport lounges have evolved from basic, functional rooms in the 1990s to luxury spaces resembling boutique hotels and private clubs, offering high-end dining, craft cocktails, and private showers. Access commonly requires payment via premium transatlantic fares, expensive annual-fee credit cards, or ultra-elite airline status. Evaluation focuses on food, design, amenities, and the price of entry. The United Polaris Lounge at Newark provides a refuge from a stressful airport, featuring a 2025 dining-area expansion with ambient lighting, navy and cognac seating, waiter service, restaurant-quality dishes like pan-seared chicken breast and eggplant Milanese, and desserts such as key lime tart.
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