No1 Lounge (South)
London Gatwick · London
Guide by Lounge Frog
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At a glance
One of six lounges in South Terminal, tied for best-rated. An independent lounge with room to get work done in peace, food and drink worth arriving early for, and showers worth building a layover around. It seats around 150, runs a full bar, and has two shower suites to freshen up in. Hours are 4 AM – 9 PM daily. Among the best lounges we track: worth a longer connection. Recorded access options include DragonPass, LoungeKey, and No1 Lounges and 1 more program. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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How it worksWho gets in
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Cards that get you in: Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, Altitude Black, Altitude Reserve (discontinued, closed to new applicants), Business Centurion Card, Business Platinum Card
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Entry and guest policy
Open to all departing passengers regardless of airline or class; also used by partner airlines such as Turkish Airlines and TAP. Priority Pass, LoungeKey and DragonPass members: guests per the card's allowance. No stag or hen parties.
Location & opening hours
London Gatwick · South Terminal
Airside in the South Terminal on the upper level of the departure lounge, between JD Sports and InMotion; follow the Airport Lounges signs after security.
- Opening hours
- 4 AM – 9 PM daily
- Local time · Europe/London
Editorial ratings
14 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.
What a 5 means for each metric
- Seating & comfort
- plenty of comfortable seats, easy to find one
- Quiet
- calm enough to work, read, or nap
- Space
- never feels packed, even at peak
- Food
- real meals, fresh and varied
- Drinks & bar
- good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
- Coffee
- barista-made, not a push-button machine
- Wi-Fi
- fast and reliable for video calls
- Power outlets
- an outlet at every seat
- Workspace
- desks, quiet rooms, phone booths
- Showers
- clean, available without a long wait
- Restrooms
- clean, plentiful, well kept
- Cleanliness
- tables bussed fast, nothing sticky
- Staff & service
- attentive, friendly, quick
- Views & light
- tarmac views, natural light
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Quick answers
Who can get into No1 Lounge (South)?
No1 Lounge (South) lists access through DragonPass, LoungeKey, No1 Lounges and Priority Pass. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Open to all departing passengers regardless of airline or class; also used by partner airlines such as Turkish Airlines and TAP. Priority Pass, LoungeKey and DragonPass members: guests per the card's allowance. No stag or hen parties.
What are the opening hours of No1 Lounge (South)?
No1 Lounge (South) is open 4 AM – 9 PM daily (local time, Europe/London).
Where is No1 Lounge (South)?
No1 Lounge (South) is in South Terminal at London Gatwick (LGW). Airside in the South Terminal on the upper level of the departure lounge, between JD Sports and InMotion; follow the Airport Lounges signs after security.
Does No1 Lounge (South) have showers and a bar?
No1 Lounge (South) has 2 shower suites, a full bar and seating for about 150.
How good is No1 Lounge (South)?
Lounge Frog rates No1 Lounge (South) 4.9 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
Other lounges in South Terminal
5 more at LGW. Entry eligibility varies by lounge.
- British Airways Club Lounge (South)airline lounge4.914 scored metrics
- My Lounge (South)independent3.914 scored metrics
- Club Aspire Lounge (South)independent3.714 scored metrics
- British Airways First Lounge (South)airline lounge3.514 scored metrics
- Clubrooms (South)premium independent3.514 scored metrics
Traveller reviews
What people who've been say. One review each; you can update yours.
From the news desk
Coverage
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