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The Chase Sapphire Lounge at LaGuardia is in Terminal B, at the end of the hall before the bridge to gates 40–59, right next to the Centurion Lounge. At about 21,800 square feet on two floors it's one of the biggest credit-card lounges in the US, and Skytrax named it the world's best independent lounge in 2026. Verdict: for Sapphire Reserve holders flying American, United, JetBlue, Southwest or Air Canada from Terminal B, this is the lounge to use at LGA.
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Quick answer
- Location: Terminal B, bridge before gates 40–59, next to the Centurion Lounge
- Who gets in: Chase Sapphire Reserve, Sapphire Reserve for Business (primary), J.P. Morgan Reserve and Ritz-Carlton cardholders. Other banks' Priority Pass hasn't worked since Aug. 15, 2026.
- Guests: Two free, then $27 each; children under 2 free
- Best card: Chase Sapphire Reserve ($795)
At a glance
| Location | Terminal B, bridge before gates 40–59 |
| Airside from | Terminal B only (not Delta's Terminal C) |
| Size / opened | About 21,800 sq ft on two levels; opened January 2024 |
| Showers | Only in the paid Reserve Suites |
| Food & bar | Buffet plus QR-code menu; circular bar with Apotheke cocktails |
| Entry window | 3 hours before departure (5 hours when connecting, per Chase's Aug 2026 announcement) |
| Guest fee | 2 free, then $27 each |
How to get in
- Chase Sapphire Reserve: Primary cardholders and authorized users, unlimited visits on any airline. Show your physical card or the Chase-issued Priority Pass in the Chase app, plus a same-day departing boarding pass.
- Sapphire Reserve for Business: Primary cardmembers only.
- J.P. Morgan Reserve and Ritz-Carlton card: Primary and authorized users.
- Other Priority Pass members: No longer admitted. Sapphire Lounges left Priority Pass and LoungeKey on Aug. 15, 2026, ending the one free visit a year for Amex, Capital One and Citi cardholders. Chase's lounge page doesn't advertise day passes.
Guest policy
Sapphire Reserve, J.P. Morgan Reserve and Ritz-Carlton cardholders get two free guests per visit, then $27 per additional guest; children under 2 are free. Chase doesn't list a separate guest rule for Reserve for Business at Sapphire Lounges. Next door, Centurion guests cost $50 per adult and must be on your flight, so for a family in Terminal B the Sapphire Lounge is the cheaper choice.
The Reserve Suites
Inside the lounge are three private Reserve Suites, each with a dedicated host, caviar service on arrival, menus from Jeffrey's Grocery, and a private bathroom with a spa shower. Sapphire Reserve, J.P. Morgan Reserve and Reserve for Business primary cardmembers can book them in the Chase app at least 72 hours before departure. At launch in 2024, prices were reported at about $2,200 for the smaller suite and $3,000 for the larger ones for a three-hour stay; check the app for current rates.
What it's like
The ground floor holds the main dining area and a central circular bar with high-top seating; a curving staircase leads to a quieter mezzanine with lounge chairs. Food is a buffet of ready-made dishes plus an à la carte menu ordered by QR code at your table. Cocktails and mocktails are by New York bar group Apotheke, wine is curated by Parcelle and coffee comes from Joe Coffee, with cold brew on tap.
There's a wellness wing with relaxation rooms and complimentary Face Haus facials (30 minutes in 2024 reviews, bookable at reception or by QR code), a small arcade with table games, and phone booths. The main lounge has no showers; those are only in the Reserve Suites.
- Crowds: One Mile at a Time's Ben Schlappig expected Thursday, Friday and Sunday evenings and Monday mornings to be busiest, and readers reported waitlists on Thursday and Friday afternoons and a kitchen backlog on a busy day in 2024. Weekday mornings were quiet. The August 2026 Priority Pass exit should reduce demand, though there are no reports yet confirming that. Check hours in the Chase app.
Getting there
After security in Terminal B, turn right and follow signs for gates 40–59. The entrance is at the end of the hall next to the Centurion Lounge, near the bridge to the eastern concourse; check in on the terminal level and take the elevator down. One Mile at a Time put the walk to any Terminal B gate at about 10 minutes at most. LGA's terminals are not connected airside, so Delta flyers in Terminal C can't reach it without leaving and re-clearing security.
Nearby alternatives
- Centurion Lounge (next door): Amex Platinum and Business Platinum. See Centurion Lounge LGA.
- Capital One Landing (Terminal B): a dining-focused space for Venture X. See Capital One Landing LGA.
- Admirals Club, United Club and Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Terminal B): airline memberships, co-brand cards or day passes. Sapphire Reserve also gets select Air Canada lounges on Star Alliance flights.
- Delta Sky Club (Terminal C): Delta flyers only.
There are no Priority Pass lounges at LGA. Full list: LaGuardia lounges.
FAQ
Is the LaGuardia Sapphire Lounge really the best in the world? Skytrax named it the world's best independent airport lounge in its 2026 awards, based on traveler votes. "Independent" means it's not airline-run. Some reviewers argue other LGA lounges are just as good, but it's consistently rated among the best in the US.
Does the Chase Sapphire Lounge at LGA have showers? Not in the main lounge. Showers are only in the private Reserve Suites, which cost extra and must be booked 72 hours ahead.
Can I use it if I'm flying Delta from LaGuardia? Not practically. Delta uses Terminal C, which isn't connected airside to Terminal B.
Can Priority Pass members from other cards still get in? No. Since Aug. 15, 2026, only eligible Chase cardholders and their guests are admitted.
Related guides
- LaGuardia (LGA) airport lounges
- Chase Sapphire Lounge locations
- Chase Sapphire Reserve guide
- Chase Sapphire Lounge JFK
- Best credit cards for airport lounge access
Lounge access rules, guest policies and locations change. Always confirm current details with the airline, lounge operator or card issuer before you travel.
