Introduction: Short Trip to Central America
Review: Hilton Anatole – Dallas
Review: Air France Lounge – Houston Intercontinental Airport
Review: Executive Club – Houston Intercontinental Airport
Review: Air China (777-300) Business Class – Houston to Panama
Review: The Westin – Panama
Review: Nacion Sushi
Review: Le Meridien – Panama
Review: Avianca (A320) Business Class – Panama to Bogota
Review: Avianca VIP Lounge – Bogota
Review: LATAM VIP Lounge – Bogota
Review: Copa Club – Bogota
Review: El Dorado Lounge – Bogota
Review: Avianca (A319) Business Class – Bogota to San Salvador
Review: Intercontinental Hotel – San Salvador/Metrocenter Mall
Review: Avianca (A320) Business Class – San Salvador to Dallas
I had a short flight aboard a United Airlines ERJ-175 from Dallas. Since I have reviewed the airplane, I will not being do so again. After arriving in Houston, I made my way towards the departure gate in Terminal D because I had what was supposed to be a short layover. The inbound aircraft from Beijing was delayed so I had a few hours to waste. I decided to check out the Air France Lounge, which happened to be right next to my gate.
I have visited almost every lounge at Houston Intercontinental Airport. The lounges are listed below in no particular order:
Landry’s Seafood
American Express Centurion Lounge
United Club – Terminal E
KLM Royal Crown Lounge
Cadillac Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar
The Air France Lounge had a very understated exterior. There was a doorbell on the left of the door that I had to ring to gain access to the lounge.
The front desk was immediately to the left after I entered. Two friendly attendants welcomed me into the lounge. I provided my Priority Pass Card and boarding pass. After some small talk, I was in the lounge. My first thought of the lounge was that it was small. It was just a bit bigger than the Tocumen Royal Saloon Lounge. There was a small seating area next to the front desk.
To the right of the desk was a small hallway that led to the dining area. Before making it through the hallway, I passed a semi-private seating area. The entire lounge was quiet, but this offered families a comfortable place to relax.
The dining area was the biggest section of the lounge. There were quite a few seating options. I enjoyed the natural light in this area from the huge windows.
The food area was small, but offered a few different options. Cheese, hummus, assorted wraps, and a couple of other dishes were available.
Just past the food was the drink station. There was a coffee machine with quite a few options, as well as assorted teas. A beverage cooler was available with sodas, juice, and beer. Complimentary wine and liquor was available as well.
I grabbed a wrap and beer then played Tetris for a bit. During this time, I met this wonderful woman who was traveling to Panama with her son. They had a summer home just north of Panama City. I thought it was cool they had property in another country.
Final Word
While the Air France Lounge was small, I enjoyed my time there. The staff was friendly and attentive throughout my stay. The food options were limited, but enough to hold guests over. The best thing about the lounge was the lack of noise, it calmed me while I waited for departure.
