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Essence by Escape Lounges

London Stansted · London

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Editorial score

2.9/ 5

14 of 15 metrics scored

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At a glance

One of two lounges in Satellite 1, and the lowest-rated of them. A compact lounge with room to get work done in peace and a bar worth the visit — though seats are scarce at peak and the Wi-Fi and power can't be relied on. It seats around 80 and pours beer and wine. Hours are 4:45 AM – 8:15 PM daily. It opened in 2026. Somewhere to sit down and charge a phone, not to linger. Recorded access options include DragonPass (Gates 1-19 departures only; capacity-limited), Escape Lounges (Opened 3 March 2026, replacing the main-terminal Escape Lounge; only for Gates 1-19 departures (not Ryanair/easyJet)), and LoungeKey (Gates 1-19 departures only; capacity-limited) and 1 more program. Entry conditions and availability apply.

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Who 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

Lounge-programme members may bring guests at the card's guest rate. Children under 3 free. Maximum stay 3 hours; bookings limited to groups of 4 in peak season (May-October). Pre-book from about £26-29, walk-up £35.

Location & opening hours

London Stansted · Satellite 1 · Near gate Gates 1-19 (Satellite 1)

Airside in Satellite 1 only. Take the Stansted Transit System to the Gates 1-19 stop, go up the escalators to departure-gate level and follow signs for Premium Lounge. Only for passengers departing from Gates 1-19 (e.g. BA CityFlyer, Emirates, Jet2, Lufthansa, Turkish, TUI); not available to Ryanair or easyJet passengers. Once in the satellite you cannot return to the main terminal.

Opening hours
  • 4:45 AM – 8:15 PM daily
Local time · Europe/London
Lounge history

Opened 2026

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Editorial ratings

14 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.

Seating & comfort
2
Quiet
4
Space
4
Food
3
Drinks & bar
4
Coffee
3
Wi-Fi
2
Power outlets
4
Workspace
4
Restrooms
2
Cleanliness
2
Staff & service
3
Views & light
3
Exclusivity
1
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
Restrooms
clean, plentiful, well kept
Cleanliness
tables bussed fast, nothing sticky
Staff & service
attentive, friendly, quick
Views & light
tarmac views, natural light
Exclusivity
premium-cabin or invitation only; no day passes or lounge networks

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Quick answers

Who can get into Essence by Escape Lounges?

Essence by Escape Lounges lists access through DragonPass (Gates 1-19 departures only; capacity-limited), Escape Lounges (Opened 3 March 2026, replacing the main-terminal Escape Lounge; only for Gates 1-19 departures (not Ryanair/easyJet)), LoungeKey (Gates 1-19 departures only; capacity-limited) and Priority Pass (Gates 1-19 departures only; capacity-limited). Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Lounge-programme members may bring guests at the card's guest rate. Children under 3 free. Maximum stay 3 hours; bookings limited to groups of 4 in peak season (May-October). Pre-book from about £26-29, walk-up £35.

What are the opening hours of Essence by Escape Lounges?

Essence by Escape Lounges is open 4:45 AM – 8:15 PM daily (local time, Europe/London).

Where is Essence by Escape Lounges?

Essence by Escape Lounges is in Satellite 1 at London Stansted (STN), near gate Gates 1-19 (Satellite 1). Airside in Satellite 1 only. Take the Stansted Transit System to the Gates 1-19 stop, go up the escalators to departure-gate level and follow signs for Premium Lounge. Only for passengers departing from Gates 1-19 (e.g. BA CityFlyer, Emirates, Jet2, Lufthansa, Turkish, TUI); not available to Ryanair or easyJet passengers. Once in the satellite you cannot return to the main terminal.

Does Essence by Escape Lounges have showers and a bar?

Essence by Escape Lounges has beer and wine and seating for about 80. Shower availability is not confirmed by a recorded suite count; check with the operator for availability and charges.

How good is Essence by Escape Lounges?

Lounge Frog rates Essence by Escape Lounges 2.9 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.

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