Originally Posted by
work2fly
Exclusive - are you kidding me? Anyone could (maybe still can) buy access to the lounge. The wines and food are decidedly low rent since some folks just have to get their money's worth for buying into the club - why put out the good stuff for diamonds who book base rooms and the occasional kettle who thinks he can eat and drink $50 worth each night??
My last visit was anything but relaxing - throngs of people resulting in us sharing a conference room with two parents and a kid who smeared his food all over the table and windows.
Stick the status maximizers and those who buy access in the 4th floor lounge, and leave the 31st lounge for those who are paying premium rent for their room @:-)
When we're seated in a conference room, we have a very short lounge visit because of noisy children nearby. I expect the new 4th floor lounge to be a similar experience as seated in those rooms.