SWISS Lounge Chicago

Entrance to the SWISS Lounge Chicago (O'Hare)

The SWISS Lounge in Chicago was completely renovated in 2011. Access is granted to HON Circle members, Miles & More Senators, Star Alliance Gold customers, Miles & More Frequent Travellers, and First and Business Class passengers. Find out in this review whether a visit to the lounge is worthwhile.

Where is the SWISS Lounge Chicago located?

The entrance to the SWISS Lounge at Chicago Airport is located directly after security and the duty-free area.

Entrance to the SWISS Lounge Chicago (O'Hare)
Entrance to the SWISS Lounge Chicago (O'Hare)

What are the amenities of the SWISS Lounge in Chicago?

Just past the reception desk, there's a small, separate room on the right and a corridor with the buffet on the left. There's also a seating area at the back of the lounge. The last renovation was in 2011, and the lounge now reflects SWISS's global design concept. I find the white sandstone and brown leather armchairs both very fitting and elegant.

Seating area with brown leather armchairs
Seating area with brown leather armchairs

The seating area at the back of the lounge consists of several brown leather armchairs. Each armchair is separated by a small side table with power outlets and a lamp. There's also a long table with bar stools by the window, offering a view of the apron and the gate. Overall, it can get a bit crowded when the lounge isn't very large. Furthermore, the free Wi-Fi was unfortunately rather slow, and we frequently experienced connection drops.

Seating area overlooking the apron
Seating area overlooking the apron

What food and drinks are available in the SWISS Lounge Chicago?

The buffet was sparsely stocked. A hot main course of chicken teriyaki and fried rice was offered. This was accompanied by a mixed salad with mozzarella balls and small brownie bites. The selection of food definitely needs improvement.

In contrast, the drinks menu included various spirits, wine, and soft drinks, as well as a local wheat ale from the Goose Island Brewery. However, it turned out that this wasn't to my taste at all.

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SWISS Lounge Chicago review

SWISS Lounge Chicago review
3.3 5 0 1
The food selection definitely needs improvement. In contrast, I was satisfied with the variety of drinks. I especially appreciated that a local beer was also available. The seating is comfortable, and working is possible thanks to the power outlets and Wi-Fi.
The food selection definitely needs improvement. In contrast, I was satisfied with the variety of drinks. I especially appreciated that a local beer was also available. The seating is comfortable, and working is possible thanks to the power outlets and Wi-Fi.
  • Food
    2.5 Bewertung
    2.5/5
  • Beverages
    3.5 Bewertung
    3.5/5
  • Service
    3.0 Bewertung
    3/5
  • Seating
    3.0 Bewertung
    3/5
  • Ambience
    4.0 Bewertung
    4/5
  • Cleanliness
    4.0 Bewertung
    4/5
3.3/5
Total Score

Christian

My name is Christian, I was born in the green heart of Germany and studied computer engineering in Ilmenau. Today, I live with my wife Christin and our son in Merseburg, but work in Leipzig as a product manager. For me, travelling has always been more than just a change of scenery. I loved getting on a plane, discovering new cuisines and feeling at home in special hotels. This mixture of enjoyment, curiosity and wanderlust was the reason why I started writing about my experiences on this blog back in 2007. Whether it was a spontaneous weekend adventure or a big trip across continents, I wanted to share my passion and show how many beautiful stories the world has to offer. And to this day, I am always on the lookout for the next place that will surprise me.

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