Advertisers are not responsible for the content of this site, including any editorials or reviews that may appear on this site. For complete and current information about any information on any advertiser product, please visit their website. We receive compensation from some financial institutions listed on this site. Although we are compensated for each approved financial product through our website’s affiliate links, our research and content are based on an objective analysis. †Terms and conditions apply.
Travelers passing through Montreal-Trudeau airport now have an extra place to relax, drink and eat: the Aspire AMEX lounge.
Located in the domestic terminal, the lounge features an upscale, sit-down restaurant concept – a first for YUL. With its open kitchen and central bar, the YUL Aspire AMEX Lounge redefines the traditional airport lounge experience, offering a refined ambience worthy of Montreal’s finest establishments.
The Aspire AMEX Lounge is located in YUL’s domestic terminal, strategically situated between gates 1 and 2, next to Starbucks and YUL Pizza. This central location facilitates access for domestic travellers, while offering proximity to the main boarding areas.
The lounge is open daily from 5am to 9pm.
The YUL Aspire AMEX Lounge features a sophisticated design and space for 100 visitors divided into distinct zones.
The space is cleverly divided into several environments: a formal dining area, equipped workstations, intimate alcoves for private discussions, and a relaxation area. Passengers can also take advantage of an area offering a beautiful view of the tarmac.
The central design element remains the open-plan kitchen, surrounded by a bar that enlivens the space. This configuration is more reminiscent of a high-end restaurant than a conventional airport lounge, creating an ambiance unique to YUL that transforms waiting into a true gastronomic experience.
The Aspire AMEX Lounge offers a unique dining experience with sophisticated table service, featuring creations by local chefs. The breakfast menu (5 AM to 11 AM) includes gourmet options such as pear French toast served with strawberry coulis, St-Viateur smoked salmon bagel, and a quinoa breakfast bowl with omelet and fresh vegetables.
For lunch and dinner (11 AM to 9 PM), travelers can savor dishes like oregano and lemon chicken with Greek salad, gnocchi with parmesan and white wine sauce, or Édouard & Léo’s signature hot dog with artisan sausage and smoked mustard. Desserts include creations like lemon tart in verrine and warm chocolate chip cookie with salted caramel sauce.
For travellers in a hurry, an innovative “grab-and-go” service allows you to order quality dishes to take away or enjoy at the lounge.
The service is complemented by a bar serving exclusive cocktails from Montreal’s renowned Cloakroom, beers from Montreal microbrewery Harricana, and coffees from micro-roaster Café Saint-Henri. The focus is on local and purely Montreal products.
A new lounge has just opened in the international zone. Read our article on the new Aspire Amex lounge in the international zone at Montreal-Trudeau to find out everything first-hand.
The Aspire AMEX lounge at Montreal-Trudeau is open to domestic terminal travelers with a same-day boarding pass.
The best way to enjoy complimentary access to the Aspire AMEX Lounge at YUL for yourself and a guest is by holding one of the following cards:
These cards give you unlimited access to airport lounges in the Priority Pass network, and the American Express Worldwide Lounge Collection, including Plaza Premium lounges. Additionally, you have priority access in case the lounge is full.
Access to the Aspire AMEX lounge is possible with other credit cards, thanks to the Visa Airport Companion program and the DragonPass network. See our airport lounge access guide for more details.
It is important to note that for this lounge, holders of the above-mentioned American Express cards have priority access.
If you regularly frequent the domestic zone at YUL and are looking for a card that grants you access to the Aspire AMEX lounge to work, eat, or refresh yourself, the American Express Platinum Card® is your best choice.
As a Cardmember of the Business Platinum Card® from American Express, I’ve been able to take advantage of the huge selection of airport lounges worldwide, as well as numerous other travel benefits such as annual travel credit and Elite status with Hilton Honors and Marriott Bonvoy.
What’s more, in the event that lounge Aspire AMEX is very busy or you’re in a hurry, you’ll have priority as the cardholder, so you can optimize your time before your flight.
If the annual fees for this card are too high for you, you could also apply for the TD First Class Travel® Visa Infinite* Card. With the first year free, an exceptionally high welcome offer, and four annual airport lounge passes, it’s the best companion for less frequent travelers.
This new Aspire American Express lounge represents a significant improvement in services offered to domestic travelers at YUL. Its strategic location, trendy design, and local gastronomic offering make it a particularly attractive option for business travelers and high-end travel enthusiasts.
To learn more, read our full review of the Aspire American Express lounge at YUL.
Savings are here (if you don’t see the sign-up form, please click here):
You can change your preferences or opt out at any time by clicking on one of the hyperlinks available at the bottom of each newsletter.
If you are already a subscriber and would like to unsubscribe, you can click on the link at the bottom of any of our e-mails.
