There’s a new Chase lounge at LaGuardia Airport in New York, and since its unveiling in January, it has quickly become a fan favorite for loyal cardholders. The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is one of the only Chase airport lounges in the country, the others being at Boston Logan International (BOS) and John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). That will soon change, however, as Chase recently announced several upcoming lounge openings throughout the US to look out for, including ones at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), San Diego International Airport (SAN), Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). Additionally, there’s an international Chase Sapphire Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), and a Chase Sapphire Terrace at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
Whether it’s a delicious locally sourced bite paired with a shimmery cocktail, a quality facial, or even some caviar and bubbly in a private suite, the new Chase Sapphire Lounge is here to provide all of those pre-travel needs.
Hours, Location, And Accessing The Lounge
Open daily from 4:30AM-9:30PM, the new Chase Sapphire Lounge is situated directly next door to the American Express Centurion Lounge at LaGuardia’s Terminal B. Once you pass through the signature cobalt blue awning, take the elevator down to Level 1, walk down a short hallway, and you’ll arrive at the check-in desk in the 21,000+- square- feet, two-level space.
Chase Sapphire Reserve card members who have taken advantage of the included Priority Pass membership card benefits are able to enter the lounge with two additional guests at no extra cost. Any additional guests beyond that run $27 per personhead.
If you have a Chase Sapphire Reserve but have not signed up for the free Priority Pass membership, you are still eligible to visit one Chase lounge per year, and any visit after that is $75.
Note that there’s a 269-maximum person capacity for the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at LGA.
The Decor, The Spa, The Endless Amenities
In true lounge fashion, as soon as you enter, you’ll see a departure schedule, but then you get tobut now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s get to the good stuff. There’s a wide range of seating selections, from plush blue and sand-toned couches to laid- back lounge chairs, designed by some of the world’s best, from Cappellini, Poliform, Moroso, DePadova and othersmore. Each table is conveniently equipped with QR codes, which can be used to order food and beverage directly to your seat, so you can make yourself at home with minimal interruption. Check out the colorful artwork by Jeffrey Gibson from the 2023 JP Morgan Chase Art Collection, lininged along the wall on the first floor.
The Chase Sapphire Lounge is full of endless discoveries, where one room might lead you to a simulated fireplace and another might lead you to an arcade fully equipped with games and a photobooth. Those traveling with children will want to make their way to the kids’ playroom, and will conveniently have access to the lounge’s nursing room. Arguably the best room in the house, however, has got to be the spa with treatments offered by Face Haus, a women-owned facial bar. Lounge- goers can receive 30-minute pro skincare treatments, from “The Refresher,” with an exfoliating cleanse followed by a refreshing oxygen blast, to “The Jetsetter,” which will renew chapped lips and tired eyes with a light exfoliation. If you don’t have the patience for a routine treatment or simply are short on time, make sure to grab a complimentary Fly By Face Haus Skincare Travel Kit.
The Food And Drink at Chase Sapphire Lounge
Long gone are the days when lounge food is an afterthought. The curated selection of cuisine at Chase Sapphire Lounge at LaGuardia showcases local bites from Joseph Leonard (downstairs) and Jeffrey’s Grocery (upstairs). There is a buffet toward the back of the lounge, where a wide array of dishes are served in smaller portions, allowing you to try plenty of different bites. For a made-to-order meal, simply use the QR code at your table. Whether it’s pumpkin muhammara dip, burgers on a buttery toasted brioche bun, or lentil ragout, there are vegan, gluten-free, and carnivorous options available.
For drink options, there are coffee and hydration stations planted throughout the lounge. If a cocktail is what you fancy, head to the bar conveniently located in the center of the first floor, lined with royal purple bar seats. The cocktails and mocktails are in partnership with Apotheke, a highly acclaimed Manhattan cocktail bar. The Sapphire Signature cocktail is made with your choice of gin or vodka, blueberry, goldenberry, lime, ginger, oregano, five-spice powder, bee pollen, and pearl dust for a glittery effect. The Red-Eye is a unique spin on the espresso martini, adding black cherry, lime, and marjoram for a tart and refreshing take on the cult-favorite cocktail.
The Chase Reserve Suites
For one of the most luxurious lounge experiences to date, head upstairs to the The Reserve Suites by Chase Reserve Suites. There are three suites to choose from and they that must be booked in advance. For a three-hour windows, the two larger suites arerun for $3,000, and the smaller suite is areruns for $2,200. If you’re traveling with a big party, the two larger suites can have the wall removed to turn into one massive suite for a cool $6,000.
Paying several grand for a Reserve Suite Chase Reserve Suite doesn’t only buy you the privacy of your own personal space, but it also includes an AppleTV, a Playstation 5, a bluetooth, private spa showers, and a special curated menu by New York City’s Jeffrey’s Grocery. For a real crème de la crèmecrop pre-flight experience, enjoy caviar service exclusively for those in the Chase Reserve Suites, naturally best paired with the Suites’ curated reserve wine list by New York City wine bar, Parcelle.
Bottom Line
The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club at LaGuardia is an excellent addition not only to the Chase brand and LaGuardia airport, but to the lounge world in general. The top-notch quality of everything from the food and drink to the design, to the comfort, and the meticulous attention to detail is evident. Plus, the The Reserve Suites at Chase Reserve Suites are some one of the most opulent lounge experiences available anywhere out there. All in all, the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club is easily ranks as one of the best lounges in the country, arguably the world.