Absolutely incredible. 10/10. An experience I will never forget.
I visited the Delta One Lounge at LAX in May for my second solo trip and my first solo birthday trip to Hawaii. This was also my first time ever flying first class, and I ended up choosing Delta One. Best decision ever! They helped make the entire experience feel so special.
I'm normally the person who gets to the airport about an hour and a half early because I hate sitting around waiting for my flight. After experiencing this lounge, I realized I need to get to the airport four hours early next time! I could have easily spent the entire day here.
From the moment I walked in, the staff were phenomenal. I first met Treasure, who was incredibly kind and helpful. I had seen videos and reviews online and somehow got it into my head that someone would personally escort me on the elevator when I arrived. She explained that there are different levels of Delta One service and that particular perk is part of an even more premium experience. But instead of just saying, "No, that's not included," she offered to speak with the manager and see if there was anything they could do for me. I was already grateful that she even asked.
While I was enjoying my meal, Treasure came back and told me they could make it happen. Y'all... they really did! After my massage, I was escorted through the lounge and into a private area where I was shown a lineup of Porsches to choose from. They then drove me directly to my terminal, where I was taken up the back stairs and straight onto my Delta One flight. I didn't have to wait around with everyone else. I was just... escorted directly to my plane. WHAT?!
And the lounge itself? Beautiful and peaceful. I spent about two hours there and loved every minute. They have a private massage area with individual massage chairs separated by curtains. You can choose your music and ambiance, and the room is dark and relaxing. The chair reclines all the way back, and it honestly feels like such a premium experience. I believe you can book the chair for up to 30 minutes, and they're always offering you wine while you relax. Honey, I was in heaven!
The food and drinks were also amazing. They have made to order sushi, cocktails, wine, desserts, and a great menu. I had the steak frites, Caesar salad, fish tacos, and Pinot Noir. The steak frites were amazing, the Caesar salad was perfectly dressed, and the fish tacos were pretty good. The Pinot Noir was also hitting I had a couple glasses, but please learn from me and pace yourself because I am a lightweight!
I had been looking forward to this birthday trip for months, and at one point while sitting in the lounge, I called my mom and started tearing up because I was so happy. This was only my second solo trip, but experiencing my first ever first class flight and doing it for my birthday made it feel incredibly special. I was experiencing all of this by myself, and it was such a beautiful reminder that I had created this experience for me.
I've even compared menus online from other Delta One Lounges, including locations in New York, and I honestly think the LAX menu looks incredible. I just wish I had enough room to try more of the desserts! Clearly, I'll have to come back.
If you're considering splurging on Delta One, especially for a special trip, I genuinely think it's 1,000% worth experiencing if you have the funds. This experience spoiled me so much that I came home thinking, "Oh my goodness... I can't do economy anymore. I need to get my money up!"
A huge thank you to Treasure, Frank, the manager, the lounge staff, and the concierge who escorted me to my flight. Every person I encountered contributed to an experience that I will never forget. I'm still so grateful that I got to experience it.
Delta One, thank you for making my first solo birthday trip to Hawaii even more amazing. If you ever want me to come back and share the experience again on Yelp or social media, I would absolutely love to! read more