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Limited exclusive... Don't believe you can access it unless you have a pass, lately the status doesn't even cut it you need to actually have membership to even enter or a long flight as some lounge says your short flight isn't enough to qualify and here that doesn't even matter. Not really here for the food or shower but the vibe to escape the airport but there is a time limit of three hours and it's full and from what I hear is always full. Quite disappointing to hear but understandable that they have to keep it exclusive so pack your lunch and keep it simple it's not exactly the friendly skies and lounge as well.
Service 5/5 -I came during the morning and there wasn't a wait to get in, friendly and attentive staff. Drink 5/5 -I had a Tom Collin's at the bar, well made, no notes. Ambiance 4/5 -Good amount of seating available, there were a decent amount of people at the self serve bar for salad/snacks. It could get overwhelming and slightly overstimulating here during busier times.
Not the best lounge, but not the worst Can't complain because it gives me an escape from waiting at the gate. They're clean bathrooms. There are drinks that are complementary. The drink selection is not good so you do have the option of purchasing additional items. The food situation is definitely improved. There's a few snacks & bites to choose from. They have salad. They have hummus. They have veggie sticks. There's assorted bread that can be toasted. They have cheese. They have crackers. There's a coffee maker that makes you all the fancy fun drinks. And a few other soft drink options. Free Wi-Fi, which is pretty good and you'll always meet somebody cool at the bar
Attendants were nice, place was reasonably clean, food options were sparse but adequate when you're starving. Bread and toasters are around a corner and easy to miss. Flavored syrups for coffee were an added bonus. There was a wait to get in, about 30 minutes around noon so plan accordingly. They also offer a to go option if you're in a rush which is nice. Even when 'at capacity' there were still tables open. I wish there were more lounge options in this terminal but if you can't get into the chase lounge, or afford it, this is a reasonable second option.
I did not have to wait long to enter this time and had no problem finding a seat. I was early but had to wait for clean coffee cups but once they were brought out I was able to get in a better mood. Both coffee machines were working! The small breakfast selection was ok but not as nice as the aspire lounge in SMF. The staff is working hard as this is a busy lounge. There is a Chase Sapphire lounge near gates 45 I might try out next. The big windows are fun to observe.
It's better than sitting in the terminal but nonetheless a subpar choice in the morning. Only one of two coffee machines working. The only hot food option is oatmeal. Check-in for entry to the club is inefficient.
The aspire lounge is located in SAN San Diego international airport terminal 2 near Alaska gate 23. Certain credit card memberships can you get in (there were a dozen), but anyone can pay $50 to enter. They had a great bar, fast service, strong drinks. Some of the power outlets didn't work, but I think it was my equipment and not their fault. There is a variety of food, soup, veggies and fruit. I didn't see any coffee cups where you can take coffee to go onto the plane. I prefer chase sapphire lounge in terminal 2. But if I got one of the member cards, I would come again.
Staff were nice and service was quick. I got a strong mimosa and was able to add orange juice. They had breakfast options available: bagels, cereal, oatmeal, and fruit. The hard boiled eggs were over boiled. There were plenty of seats but minimal table options.
It's fine, place to sit and have a drink. We were there at 10am and food options were cereal, toast and yogurt. Some fruit. Pretty slim pickings. Great views of the tarmac. Lots of kids. Service was always friendly. Tl;dr - it was fine. Nothing much to write about.
Better than I thought! I had to wait around 20 min to get in, but had all my basic necessities fulfilled. Plenty of food, salads are nicely tossed, pasta salad good. Hummus and carrots good. Soup was good. The peach iced tea was not sweet so that was good. Seats were comfortable and clean, a lot of staff walking around clearing tables. The bathroom could use a little more work. The bar does not let you take bottled water for free unless you pay $2. The WiFi did not work. I was glad it was included with my priority pass program.
My second time here and today this place was packed. The disappointment was the food was closed down earlier than the lounge. The offerings were great but they seem to want to get rid of the food fast. They were throwing the food away. I do like this lounge. It would've been nice to keep the food around a bit longer. Staff were great though.
Mia was our bartender yesterday and she was amazinggg. she was the only one really at the bar but she worked really fast. great alcohol options. the lounge was packed when we got in @7:00am we probably got the last seats at the bar. (thanks to a lady who switched seats for us). the breakfast food wasnt too great honestly. was hoping for some hot foods.
Wait was super long. But we are glad we were able to get in. It is a good spot for a quick bite and relax before your bite. Also they got unlimited mimosas and wine/ beers at the full bar services. Overall, I like it. Just the wait for too long . So planned an ahead to allow yourself some time to enjoy this quick lounging are . Staff are friendly and quickly clean off your dishes from your table. read more
I waited in line about 20 minutes before I was able to enter the lounge. I felt that the desk was doing a great job letting others enter when some people left. This is a priority pass lounge. There was a decent amount of snacks available. They also had a fancy coffee machine and draft cold brew. They serve coke products behind the bar. Small bathrooms, but better than having to use bathroom at terminal. Great experience at this lounge. read more
9 days ago
Limited exclusive... Don't believe you can access it unless you have a pass, lately the status doesn't even cut it you need to actually have membership to even enter or a long flight as some lounge says your short flight isn't enough to qualify and here that doesn't even matter. Not really here for the food or shower but the vibe to escape the airport but there is a time limit of three hours and it's full and from what I hear is always full. Quite disappointing to hear but understandable that they have to keep it exclusive so pack your lunch and keep it simple it's not exactly the friendly skies and lounge as well. read more
Service 5/5 -I came during the morning and there wasn't a wait to get in, friendly and attentive staff. Drink 5/5 -I had a Tom Collin's at the bar, well made, no notes. Ambiance 4/5 -Good amount of seating available, there were a decent amount of people at the self serve bar for salad/snacks. It could get overwhelming and slightly overstimulating here during busier times. read more
5 months ago
Not the best lounge, but not the worst Can't complain because it gives me an escape from waiting at the gate. They're clean bathrooms. There are drinks that are complementary. The drink selection is not good so you do have the option of purchasing additional items. The food situation is definitely improved. There's a few snacks & bites to choose from. They have salad. They have hummus. They have veggie sticks. There's assorted bread that can be toasted. They have cheese. They have crackers. There's a coffee maker that makes you all the fancy fun drinks. And a few other soft drink options. Free Wi-Fi, which is pretty good and you'll always meet somebody cool at the bar read more
Attendants were nice, place was reasonably clean, food options were sparse but adequate when you're starving. Bread and toasters are around a corner and easy to miss. Flavored syrups for coffee were an added bonus. There was a wait to get in, about 30 minutes around noon so plan accordingly. They also offer a to go option if you're in a rush which is nice. Even when 'at capacity' there were still tables open. I wish there were more lounge options in this terminal but if you can't get into the chase lounge, or afford it, this is a reasonable second option. read more
I did not have to wait long to enter this time and had no problem finding a seat. I was early but had to wait for clean coffee cups but once they were brought out I was able to get in a better mood. Both coffee machines were working! The small breakfast selection was ok but not as nice as the aspire lounge in SMF. The staff is working hard as this is a busy lounge. There is a Chase Sapphire lounge near gates 45 I might try out next. The big windows are fun to observe. read more
It's better than sitting in the terminal but nonetheless a subpar choice in the morning. Only one of two coffee machines working. The only hot food option is oatmeal. Check-in for entry to the club is inefficient. read more
The aspire lounge is located in SAN San Diego international airport terminal 2 near Alaska gate 23. Certain credit card memberships can you get in (there were a dozen), but anyone can pay $50 to enter. They had a great bar, fast service, strong drinks. Some of the power outlets didn't work, but I think it was my equipment and not their fault. There is a variety of food, soup, veggies and fruit. I didn't see any coffee cups where you can take coffee to go onto the plane. I prefer chase sapphire lounge in terminal 2. But if I got one of the member cards, I would come again. read more
Staff were nice and service was quick. I got a strong mimosa and was able to add orange juice. They had breakfast options available: bagels, cereal, oatmeal, and fruit. The hard boiled eggs were over boiled. There were plenty of seats but minimal table options. read more
4 months ago
It's fine, place to sit and have a drink. We were there at 10am and food options were cereal, toast and yogurt. Some fruit. Pretty slim pickings. Great views of the tarmac. Lots of kids. Service was always friendly. Tl;dr - it was fine. Nothing much to write about. read more
21 days ago
Better than I thought! I had to wait around 20 min to get in, but had all my basic necessities fulfilled. Plenty of food, salads are nicely tossed, pasta salad good. Hummus and carrots good. Soup was good. The peach iced tea was not sweet so that was good. Seats were comfortable and clean, a lot of staff walking around clearing tables. The bathroom could use a little more work. The bar does not let you take bottled water for free unless you pay $2. The WiFi did not work. I was glad it was included with my priority pass program. read more
My second time here and today this place was packed. The disappointment was the food was closed down earlier than the lounge. The offerings were great but they seem to want to get rid of the food fast. They were throwing the food away. I do like this lounge. It would've been nice to keep the food around a bit longer. Staff were great though. read more
Mia was our bartender yesterday and she was amazinggg. she was the only one really at the bar but she worked really fast. great alcohol options. the lounge was packed when we got in @7:00am we probably got the last seats at the bar. (thanks to a lady who switched seats for us). the breakfast food wasnt too great honestly. was hoping for some hot foods. read more
3 months ago
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6 months ago
If I could leave 0 stars, I would. The people are nice. The drinks are fine. That's the entire list of positives. Everything else feels like a lounge that's been given up on. Start with the room itself. Tables sit uncleared for 30 minutes to an hour--plates, glasses, trash just stacking up while people circle like it's musical chairs. The carpet is visibly stained, and the "wood" flooring is literally peeling up in places. Not worn--failing. Then you notice the details. Paint peeling. Fixtures beat up. Bathrooms that look like they haven't seen a proper wipe-down in a while--dirty counters, rough doors, zero sense of upkeep. It's not one thing--it's everything. And the food... if you can call it that. It looks exactly like this--(see photo)--a sad, picked-over spread that feels closer to a neglected motel breakfast than an airport lounge. Nothing looks fresh. Nothing looks intentional. It's just there. The coffee machines? Constantly broken. Not a fluke--consistently down. In an airport lounge. Let that sink in. The overarching theme is simple: everything technically exists, but nothing actually works. No attention to detail, no pride, no standard. I've been in crowded lounges. I've been in dated lounges. I've been in mediocre lounges. This is the first one that just feels poorly run at every level. read more
1 month ago
8 months ago
Decent priority pass lounge in terminal 2, San Diego airport. They have some nibbles and drink while waiting for flights. The staff is friendly and the place is clean. It can get very crowded during peak hours and there can be a waitlist. read more
3 months ago
5th time at this lounge and can finally confirm without a shadow of a doubt that you're much better off in the general terminal. This lounge takes priority pass holders, other lounge memberships, all the way to British Airways First class since BA doesn't have a dedicated lounge out of SAN. First time to actually be seated with no line as every other time I've been here there's been a full house and it doesn't really help that the facilities are terribly dirty. The floorboards are literally peeling. Food is as about what you'd expect from a MID lounge like this. Would much rather just eat economy airplane food lol. The only redeeming qualities about this lounge are the friendly staff and surprisingly fast wifi. read more
It looks beat down. Fairly small lounge. Inside was not that clean too. Chairs and tables look very old. Food isn't good. And was very few selection. Soup was ok though. But it is quiet and you can charge your phone. Workers were nice. read more
8 months ago
This lounge is the worst. Coffee maker is broken half the time. Same crappy cheese slices and old vegetables with nasty old ranch every time. Old thick as clay warm oatmeal. Front desk seems to never know how to check you in (except Valerie - she's fantastic). And they got rid of all to-go containers to reduce waste. I'm an environmentalist but for as much as I pay for the club that's crap. Use recycled materials. There's bins throughout the airport. Simple. It would be zero stars but Valerie and the bartenders are awesome and make mean Bloody Maria's! read more
You can get access to this lounge if you have capitol one venture x, with the priority pass membership free. It's small but has a new corner room with big windows and a nice bar area. The food I'm not too impress with, just cold cut meats and some salads. Pretty lacking compared to chase sapphire/american/capitol one lounges. I'm also disappointed in the non alcoholic drink, where are they? I only see coffee and tea you make yourself. The service is great though, the guy at the door warned me on how packed it is, but still allowed me to come in as they're about to close in an hr for standing room. It's the closest to security when you first come through, the other lounge is a bit of a walk. read more
2 months ago
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21 days ago
This lounge was okay if it's your only option. The food selection was very minimal compared to other "Priority Pass" style lounges. There was no protein option, just bread, salad and snack type food such as Chex mix. The options of complimentary drinks from the bar were also very minimal in comparison to other lounges. I felt bad for the staff as there was only 1 bartender the majority of the time trying to take care of everything and they were certainly overwhelmed. Wouldn't go out of your way for this lounge, but if you arrive early and this is the only option then it will get the job done read more
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3225 N Harbor Dr
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Can anyone comment on how early the lounge reaches capacity mid-week (Tues-Thurs)?
Very hard to predict, but the bottom line is that there is often a long line to get in. I'm here every other week, same time almost every other week (Thursday around 2:30pm). I'm also here every alternating week (inbound) Friday around 1pm. Some…
