Originally Posted by
metallo
The LAX T3 Loft in its current form is a shell of its former self.
I enjoyed visiting it several times a few years back (perhaps 2013?), and there were very nice snacks (far better than the typical domestic lounge), great complimentary drinks/bar service, and the place still seemed fairly new.
I returned last week to find almost no snacks, only house beer/wine complimentary offerings (liquor and premium drinks were for sale only), significantly worn furnishings, and filthy bathrooms. Admittedly, the runway views are nice, but it's amazing how far the place has fallen. Over the same period, other domestic airline lounges seem to have been adding services, rather than taking them away.
While some may be disappointed with the Loft's closure for nostalgic reasons, the Alaska Lounge in T6 should actually be a significant improvement, as long as overcrowding doesn't become a problem.
I was in the lounge on the 10th.
I am not a regular Virgin flyer. I had redeemed 2 FC seats LAX-BOS via Hawaiian miles. I was very suprised that award F tickets don't get you into the lounge.
Priority Pass got me in but I would have thought FC customers should be treated equally.
Food was actually decent. Views great and the staff were pleasant. Strange having to pay for alcohol but I guess as being an elite member on DL, AA and UA I have been a little spoiled with their lounges (I know F domestic don't get in but Virgin F domestic do)