Lufthansa Senator Lounge
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Lufthansa Senator Lounge IAD design
Lufthansa Senator Lounge – Washington Dulles (IAD)
The design of the Lufthansa Senator lounge at Dulles airport will be familiar to Lufthansa’s frequent travelers: fresh and modern, it is typical of “previous generation” lounges, with a slight industrial look, table top seating, comfortable armchairs each equipped with a side table, lamp and power outlet.
Large windows let plenty of natural light in and feature great views of the tarmac.
The space is divided into three areas. By the entrance is the buffet area with a small bar, which also serves as an open business center with high tables suitable for laptop users. Beyond is a traditional seating area. Then, by the window, Lufthansa has cordoned off a private zone for First Class passengers and HON members. The separation feels somewhat tacky and is clearly an after thought but enhances the privacy of Lufthansa’s best customers when the lounge gets busy. Except for the roses and tablecloth, the amenities are exactly the same.
Lufthansa Senator Lounge – Washington Dulles (IAD)
Lufthansa Senator Lounge IAD amenities
The best feature of the Senator Lounge is its vast assortment of quality complimentary food and drinks, including appetizers and salads, hot entrees, desserts, snacks, as well as various German staples such as pretzels. The spread is varied enough for a full meal on the ground, which is convenient for patrons who wish to maximize sleeping time on board, as flights to Frankfurt may be short.
On the drinks front, German beers are on tap, and wines and liquor may be ordered from the bar.
Well appointed shower suites are located in the Business Class lounge one level below. Other amenities include a selection of newspapers and magazines.
Lufthansa passengers may board their aircraft directly from the lounge.
Lufthansa Senator Lounge – Washington Dulles (IAD)
Lufthansa Senator Lounge IAD bottom line
Overall, the Lufthansa Senator Lounge at Washington Dulles airport is solid international business class lounge all around, and an outstanding domestic Star Alliance lounge. As a First Class lounge, it fails to offer a high level of privacy and service, though the dedicated area is comfortable and boasts the best views.
Perhaps the only downside of this facility is that it can become somewhat crowded prior to the departure of Lufthansa’s flights to Europe, and Wi-Fi can be slow as well.
- The food and drink selection.
- The typically attentive service.
- The spacious showers (available in the Business Lounge downstairs.)
- The occasionally slow Wi-Fi.
- The crowds at peak times.
Lufthansa Senator Lounge at Washington, DC - Dulles (IAD) welcomes:
- Lufthansa and SWISS First Class passengers departing or arriving on the same day.
- Miles & More HON Circle Members departing or arriving on a same-day Lufthansa, Star Alliance or codeshare partner flight (Air Dolomiti, Air Malta, Eurowings, LATAM Brasil.)
- Star Alliance First Class passengers departing the same day. (Arriving passengers are not eligible unless they have an onwards connection.)
- Miles & More Senator members departing or arriving on a same-day Lufthansa, Star Alliance or codeshare partner flight (Air Dolomiti, Air Malta, Eurowings, LATAM Brasil.)
- Star Alliance Gold passengers departing on the same day on a Star Alliance flight in any class of service. (Arriving passengers are not eligible unless they have an onwards connection.)
- Eurowings SMART and BEST fare passengers who also hold Miles&More HON or Senator status departing on a same-day flight (no guests.)
- Eurowings passengers who also hold Star Alliance Gold status with United, Air Canada, or ANA departing on a same-day flight (no guests.)
Guest policy
- Lufthansa and SWISS First Class passengers: one guest, plus spouse or partner, plus children under the age of 18.
- Star Alliance First Class passengers: one guest.
- Miles & More HON Circle members: one guest, plus spouse or partner, plus children under the age of 18.
- Miles & More Senator members: one guest, plus children under the age of 18.
Guests must be departing on the same flight as the passenger who invited them.
Cards accepted
American Express Platinum/Centurion card
When flying Lufthansa, Swiss, or Austrian in Business Class
You may have access to Lufthansa Senator Lounge as a premium customer of one of the following airlines, or as an elite member of their frequent flyer program. Check the Access rules tab for more details, or use our lounge access wizard to find out if you have access.
Star Alliance
Access for eligible customers traveling on any Star Alliance member airline.
 | ANA (NH) |  | Aegean (A3) |  | Air Canada (AC) |
 | Air China (CA) |  | Air India (AI) |  | Air New Zealand (NZ) |
 | Asiana (OZ) |  | Austrian (OS) |  | Avianca (AV) |
 | Brussels Airlines (SN) |  | Copa Airlines (CM) |  | Croatia Airlines (OU) |
 | EGYPTAIR (MS) |  | EVA Air (BR) |  | Ethiopian Airlines (ET) |
 | LOT Polish Airlines (LO) |  | Lufthansa (LH) |  | SAS (SK) |
 | SWISS (LX) |  | Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) |  | Singapore Airlines (SQ) |
 | South African Airways (SA) |  | TAP Air Portugal (TP) |  | Thai Airways (TG) |
 | Turkish Airlines (TK) |  | United (UA) |
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Overall ratings
The Senator lounge significantly reduced its quality for much of Covid. Now in October 2021, the food is back on the buffet and almost back to pre-Covid quality. But no beer on tap, and limited drinks, just red and white wine. And no Haribos.
The best Star Alliance lounge in Dulles.