Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge
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At a glance
Temporarily closed for a refresh since July 6, 2026; Air Canada expects it to reopen at the end of 2026. Eligible passengers can use the Aspire Lounge in the meantime.
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How it worksWho gets in
Check the program, card, flight and guest conditions before relying on entry.
This lounge is temporarily closed. Check with the operator before you go; the access rules below apply once it reopens.
Cards that get you in: Aeroplan Reserve Card, Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, Aeroplan Visa Infinite Privilege, Sapphire Reserve, Sapphire Reserve for Business.
Entry and guest policy
Business class passengers: no guests. Aeroplan 50K and above and Star Alliance Gold: 1 guest on a Star Alliance flight the same day.
Location & opening hours
Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International · Main Terminal · Near gate 15
Temporarily closed for a refresh since July 6, 2026; Air Canada expects reopening at the end of 2026. Normally on Level 2 near gate 15, opposite the Aspire Lounge; follow signs toward gate 20.
- Opening hours
- Hours not confirmed
- Local time · America/Toronto
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
- 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 Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge?
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge lists access through Maple Leaf Lounge and Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Business class passengers: no guests. Aeroplan 50K and above and Star Alliance Gold: 1 guest on a Star Alliance flight the same day. Lounge Frog last checked this in November 2026.
Where is Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge?
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is in Main Terminal at Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International (YOW), near gate 15. Temporarily closed for a refresh since July 6, 2026; Air Canada expects reopening at the end of 2026. Normally on Level 2 near gate 15, opposite the Aspire Lounge; follow signs toward gate 20.
Does Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge have showers and a bar?
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge has a full bar and seating for about 100. Shower availability is not confirmed by a recorded suite count; check with the operator for availability and charges.
How good is Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge 3.9 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
Other lounges in Main Terminal
1 more at YOW. Entry eligibility varies by lounge.
Traveller reviews
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