Airline Gathering's Evaluation at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
United Clubs at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport: A Comparative Guide
Travelers passing through Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) have access to two United Club lounges, each offering unique amenities and experiences. Here's a breakdown of the United Clubs in Terminals 1 and 3.
The United Club in Terminal 1 is conveniently located near gate C1, next to the escalators. It's open daily from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., providing light food, drinks, quiet seating, fast Wi-Fi, and charging outlets. The lounge's proximity to gate C1 makes it an ideal choice for those departing from Terminal 1.
In contrast, the United Club in Terminal 3 can be found near gate E4 and is open daily from 5 a.m. to midnight. This lounge offers a full-service bar, in addition to the usual amenities. If you're traveling late at night or are departing from Terminal 3, this lounge is a great choice due to its extended hours.
| Feature | Terminal 1 United Club | Terminal 3 United Club | |--------------------------|------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Location | Near gate C1, next to escalators | Near gate E4 | | Hours | Daily 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. | Daily 5 a.m. – 12 a.m. | | Amenities | Light food, drinks, quiet seating, fast Wi-Fi, charging outlets | Full-service bar | | Convenience | Very close to gate C1, convenient for Terminal 1 departures | Longer hours, likely serves Terminal 3 flights | | Overall experience note | Calm space, good for eating or charging devices | More comprehensive bar service and longer availability |
It's worth noting that Terminal 1 is separate from Terminals 2, 3, and 4, and transfers between terminals require shuttle or walking outside security checkpoints. This may affect lounge accessibility depending on your gate.
The United Club at FLL offers a hot and cold buffet, a full-service bar, Wi-Fi, and power at every seat. Access to the lounge is subject to availability for United Club one-time passholders. United Club members with a same-day boarding pass can bring guest access, but individual members cannot. All Access members can bring up to 2 adult guests or 1 adult and dependents under 18.
The lounge operates efficiently with a hands-off staff presence. Some of the upholstery was worn out in certain areas, but most seats had power outlets and USB-A charging ports for each seat. The lounge also features a wellness room for nursing or pumping mothers or families with small children, which is easily accessible near the phone room.
The food selection in the lounge offers a variety of options including ham-and-cheese sandwiches, veggie wraps, spicy peach-glazed grilled chicken, creamy corn polenta, and desserts like mango cheesecake, brownies, and chocolate chip blondies. The lounge's restrooms are clean and spacious, with large stalls that can accommodate luggage. Near the front door, there are information screens displaying flight statuses.
The full-service bar at the lounge serves mixed drinks, liquor, wine, beer on tap, and a cold-brew coffee tap. The Wi-Fi in the lounge is very fast and easy to connect to, with download speeds of around 195 Mbps and upload speeds of 190 Mbps. The lounge also offers a coffee station with a coffee machine, carafes, creamer, and tea.
United Club access is open to United Club members, cardholders of The New United ClubSM Card and United Club Business card, United Club one-time passholders, passengers with premium cabins on United Polaris business class, United Business international and transcontinental flights, first class on a Star Alliance member airline, business class on a Star Alliance member airline, Star Alliance Gold members, and passengers with same-day boarding passes for flights operated by a Star Alliance member airline.
Overall, both United Clubs at FLL provide a comfortable space for travelers to relax, work, and dine. The choice between the two depends on your departure terminal and desired amenities.
In the United Clubs at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, travelers can enjoy a variety of food choices, such as ham-and-cheese sandwiches and spicy peach-glazed grilled chicken, during their business travels or leisure trips. The lounge's lifestyle offerings also include a full-service bar for those departing from Terminal 3 and fast Wi-Fi for work or entertainment purposes in both lounges.
