Originally Posted by
ntddevsys
What about Star Alliance Gold? Given that the flight is operated by a Star Alliance member, I don't see how lounge access could be denied.
If it's not open, easy to deny access. I'm pretty sure they will close the lounge promptly after the penultimate flight boarding takes place. You won't be able to get in earlier with a ticket/mPass/ePass - you will get the red light.