Alaska Lounge

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Alaska Lounge – Los Angeles, CA (LAX)

Alaska operates a small network of airport lounges located in Anchorage and throughout the west coast, priding themselves in offering a slice of Alaskan hospitality. The Alaska Lounge at Los Angeles airport (LAX), formerly known as the Alaska Airlines Board Room, is rather typical of Alaska offerings, with a warm but mildly old-fashioned décor, a strong breakfast offering, various amenities, and cheerful staff.

The Alaska Lounge welcomes First Class passengers (upgrades excluded) as well as Priority Pass members.

Alaska Lounge LAX design

The Alaska Lounge at LAX is located above the concourse, and accessible through a single elevator that leads directly inside the lounge. Unfortunately, there is no public stairwell, so waiting for the elevator is the only option.

The lounge, of modest dimensions, features a cozy seating area, a small business center with eight work cubicles, a bar, a buffet, and a dining area. A window wall lets natural light in and provides views of the tarmac. The décor is dated, yet the space remains warm and well maintained.

As expected from an older lounge, power outlets are a scarce resource. They’re lacking in the main seating area, yet the can be found along the walls, under the bar, and naturally in the business center.

Alaska Lounge – Los Angeles, CA (LAX)

Alaska Lounge LAX amenities

In the morning, Alaska Airlines offers a full breakfast with Starbucks Coffee, pastries, yoghurt, eggs, and the famous automated pancake machine which delivers two fresh pancakes at the touch of a button. Throughout the day, soups and salads are available. In addition, a selection of prepared-to-order food items is available for purchase from the bar, at a remarkably fair price considering the quality and quantity.

In addition to the business center, a conference room is located by the reception desk and available for reservations. There are also two phone rooms which double as private work spaces next to the bathrooms.

A welcome amenity for families is the fun kids’ room with both traditional and video games.

In typical Alaska fashion, service is prompt and friendly, the lounge is tidy and employees at the reception desk courteous and efficient. Unfortunately the lounge staff is unable to complete a number of transactions, such as those that require a payment (confirmed flight change, etc.) so a stop by the nearby customer service center might be required.

Alaska Lounge LAX bottom line

The Alaska Lounge at Los Angeles airport (formerly known as the Alaska Airlines Board Room) is a simple but enjoyable and welcoming lounge. While overdue for a décor overhaul and busy at peak times, the Alaska Lounge earns high marks when it comes to service and the ability to order a meal at a fair price.

For information on other lounges at LAX, possible alternatives, and connections between terminals, check out our Definitive Guide to the LAX Lounge Scene.