Feb 25, 2018, 2:00 am
Last edit by: Prospero
This gives the lounges options available for BA passengers departing from LHR T3. If you flight is departing from T3 you will not have access to the T5 lounges - including Concorde Room - since you must have a same-day T5 boarding pass to get airside in T5. If your flight is from T3, then you need to use the T3 lounges, your boarding pass will not work in T5. As it happens there is a good range of lounges available in T3, details below.
For breakfast options for BA Gold / Emerald / First travellers, there is a photo guide in post 291, click here. Note the Qantas lounge only opens at 08:00 hrs.
LHR Terminal 3 First Class Lounges
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/cath...e-reviews.html
LHR Terminal 3 Business Class Lounges
For breakfast options for BA Gold / Emerald / First travellers, there is a photo guide in post 291, click here. Note the Qantas lounge only opens at 08:00 hrs.
LHR Terminal 3 First Class Lounges
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/cath...e-reviews.html
LHR Terminal 3 Business Class Lounges
Best T3 OneWorld Lounge
Apr 12, 2018, 4:04 am
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Well if they knew I was there (and I had posted separately to say that I was in GF) then of course someone could rush over some bottles, could they not? After all I wasn't going to drink the stuff.
What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
Apr 12, 2018, 5:47 am
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Well if they knew I was there (and I had posted separately to say that I was in GF) then of course someone could rush over some bottles, could they not? After all I wasn't going to drink the stuff.
What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
I am in T3 next week its typical that the LPGS is gone now lol
Apr 13, 2018, 2:16 pm
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This might be a little controversial, but after my visits today:
Qantas > Cathay = BA > AA
Too many people know about the Cathay lounge now. Despite there being no actual Cathay flights at the time I visited, it was pretty busy. In fact, the first class area was busier than the business class area. Also, for some reason they were unable to serve hot food this morning. But I do like Cathay Delight
At least BA had hot food (albeit not the healthiest!) No more LPGS but I like Taittinger. And quieter than the Cathay Lounge.
AA is pretty underwhelming, apart from the sweets.
Qantas a clear winner. The staff were really welcoming and explained the food and service. Having two levels makes it feel more spacious. The food looked a lot healthier and appetising. Excellent gin bar. And much quieter than the others.
Qantas > Cathay = BA > AA
Too many people know about the Cathay lounge now. Despite there being no actual Cathay flights at the time I visited, it was pretty busy. In fact, the first class area was busier than the business class area. Also, for some reason they were unable to serve hot food this morning. But I do like Cathay Delight
At least BA had hot food (albeit not the healthiest!) No more LPGS but I like Taittinger. And quieter than the Cathay Lounge.
AA is pretty underwhelming, apart from the sweets.
Qantas a clear winner. The staff were really welcoming and explained the food and service. Having two levels makes it feel more spacious. The food looked a lot healthier and appetising. Excellent gin bar. And much quieter than the others.
Last edited by doctoravios; Apr 13, 2018 at 2:26 pm
Apr 13, 2018, 2:43 pm
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The standard of fitout and attention to detail in the CX lounges (and the QF lounge from photos, although I've not been in there yet) is exceptional. The CX spaces are flooded with natural light, and the interior design appeals to me.
BA's lounges are in a poor state of repair, whilst AA's look like an office.
BA's lounges are in a poor state of repair, whilst AA's look like an office.
Apr 13, 2018, 4:24 pm
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I will be going through T3 with a BA First Class ticket in August and thinking of my best strategy. I am going to be in the terminal for about 4 hours from 17:00. At the moment, I am thinking of doing the following:
17:00 - Massage and drinks in GF
18:00 - Dinner in CX lounge (maybe a shower too?)
19:30 - 21:00 - ????
At the moment, I cannot make my mind up on what to do for the final hour and a half. Should I go back to GF and drink loads of JW Blue/LPGC, or should I stay in Cathy/go to Qantas? If I am being honest, I want a calm place without a creche like feel but with good alcohol options.
As for my flight, I am booked on 2A on a 747 to CPT so planning on sleeping most of that.
17:00 - Massage and drinks in GF
18:00 - Dinner in CX lounge (maybe a shower too?)
19:30 - 21:00 - ????
At the moment, I cannot make my mind up on what to do for the final hour and a half. Should I go back to GF and drink loads of JW Blue/LPGC, or should I stay in Cathy/go to Qantas? If I am being honest, I want a calm place without a creche like feel but with good alcohol options.
As for my flight, I am booked on 2A on a 747 to CPT so planning on sleeping most of that.
Apr 13, 2018, 4:35 pm
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I used the AA Flagship lounge Thursday morning and it was fine. The water tasted like water and the coffee and breakfast were nice. I do think some people here just over think it all. Incidentally Lee Dixon was on AA101 to JFK Thursday morning, I think he does analysis for NBC's Premier League coverage.
Apr 13, 2018, 4:44 pm
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I used the AA Flagship lounge Thursday morning and it was fine. The water tasted like water and the coffee and breakfast were nice. I do think some people here just over think it all. Incidentally Lee Dixon was on AA101 to JFK Thursday morning, I think he does analysis for NBC's Premier League coverage.
Apr 13, 2018, 10:46 pm
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Apr 14, 2018, 2:25 am
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For those travelling J, definitely the CX lounge for the majority of your airport waiting time. However I would say that a stop at the QF lounge is also definitely worth it for two main reasons: the barista-made coffee and the gin bar experience. The flat white was lovely; they had run out of Green Ant gin at the bar last time I was there, but the Aviation gin is now in my to buy list and the bar attendant was really friendly to chat to.
Apr 16, 2018, 1:42 am
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Well if they knew I was there (and I had posted separately to say that I was in GF) then of course someone could rush over some bottles, could they not? After all I wasn't going to drink the stuff.
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What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
...
What was fascinating was that almost no one chose the LPGS, as they perused the bottles, since the other bottles' shapes more conventionally looked like champagne. I did point it out to a few Goldies....
Apr 20, 2018, 8:30 pm
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Apr 21, 2018, 4:45 am
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I used the AA Flagship lounge Thursday morning and it was fine. The water tasted like water and the coffee and breakfast were nice. I do think some people here just over think it all. Incidentally Lee Dixon was on AA101 to JFK Thursday morning, I think he does analysis for NBC's Premier League coverage.
Apr 21, 2018, 4:50 am
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Indeed, although some may argue that AA's new Flagship lounges in the US are better than the ageing International First Class lounge at LHR. The LHR lounges are due to be refurbished soon.
Apr 21, 2018, 1:06 pm
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I visited the Qantas lounge last week and didn’t get the hype around it. It was late breakfast service which wasn’t anything other than normal. We waited for the lunch buffet but it looked like chicken wings or curry. Went to the CX lounge for food but they didn’t have any due to no electricity so ended up in GF for a burger. We did visit the AA F lounge but didn’t stay.
Apr 21, 2018, 1:23 pm
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I visited the Qantas lounge last week and didn’t get the hype around it. It was late breakfast service which wasn’t anything other than normal. We waited for the lunch buffet but it looked like chicken wings or curry. Went to the CX lounge for food but they didn’t have any due to no electricity so ended up in GF for a burger. We did visit the AA F lounge but didn’t stay.