We Asked 16 Travel Experts for Their Favorite Airport LoungesHere's What They Said

"The Turkish Airlines Business Lounge in Istanbul is the best I've experienced. Its sheer size, sleek design, and, most impressively, the variety of Turkish and international cuisine make it a destination in and of itself. The amenities include private suites, showers, and even a golf simulator."

"The Air France La Premiere Lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle sets the gold standard for luxury air travel from its discreet, chauffeur-driven tarmac transfers and private security checks, to Michelin-level cuisine by top French chefs and indulgent spa treatments by Sisley."

"BTG Pactual at Sao Paulo's international airport is Latin America's first private terminal. Going through security takes less than five minutes, and the lounge area holds a maximum of 14 people per hour. It has amazing food by Ivan Ralston and cocktails by Ricardo Miyazaki. When it's time for your flight, you are brought by car to the plane's door."

"The ANA Suite Lounge at Tokyo Haneda's Terminal 3 embodies understated luxury, thoughtful design, and impeccable service. The design is minimalist yet warm, with private areas for relaxation, soft lighting, and views of the runway that feel meditative rather than chaotic. It's not flashy, and that's exactly why it works."

A small number of airport lounges maintain exclusivity and tranquillity despite general overcrowding driven by premium card perks and pay-per-entry access. The Turkish Airlines Business Lounge at Istanbul impresses with vast space, sleek design, varied Turkish and international cuisine, private suites, showers, and a golf simulator. The Air France La Première Lounge at Paris CDG offers discreet chauffeur transfers, private security, Michelin-level cuisine, and spa treatments by Sisley. BTG Pactual in São Paulo operates as a private terminal with sub-five-minute security, a strict occupancy cap, gourmet food, bespoke cocktails, and car transfers to the aircraft. The ANA Suite Lounge at Tokyo Haneda emphasizes minimalist, warm design, private relaxation areas, soft lighting, and meditative runway views.

Read at www.travelandleisure.com