Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Vancouver (YVR)

Updated May 31, 2024
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Marie-Ève Leclerc
Marie-Ève Leclerc

Marie-Ève Leclerc

Marie-Ève Leclerc
Marie-Ève, Web Director at Milesopedia, is an expert in budget travel and a slow travel enthusiast. Specializing in Aeroplan, Scene+, and Marriott Bonvoy programs, she spends nearly six months a year abroad, making travel her way of life. Constantly seeking the best waves to surf, excellent coffee, and strategies to extend her travels, she is often found in coworking spaces with fellow digital nomads or by the sea, watching the sunset.
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Maple Leaf Lounge Covid 19 Featured
Lounge Maple Leaf
Airport Vancouver International Airport
Lounge Access Method Business Class
Terminal C
Country Canada
City Vancouver
To the point This is the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Vancouver International Airport in the domestic area, located near Gate C.

Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Vancouver (YVR) Review

During a visit to Vancouver International Airport, I had the opportunity to test the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (domestic flights) located between gates 29 and 30, in part C.

Maple Leaf Lounge Covid 19 Featured

Access to Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge

At Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge welcome desks in Vancouver, employees are protected by Plexiglas partitions. All you need to do is scan your boarding pass to get access to the lounge.

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The lounge is located on the upper floor. It can be reached via an elevator or by stairs.

Usually located near the entrance, magazines and newspapers are absent. Air Canada invites you to browse the selection available through the Pressreader app (while connected to the Lounge’s Wi-Fi network).

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The lounge can get very crowded and there are many chairs available throughout this huge lounge.

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There is even an office so that several people can work or have their meeting.

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In addition, there is a free charging station for your mobile devices.

Yvr Maple Leaf Lounge Charging Station

The food service

What is generally the attraction of a lounge, besides its comfortable spaces to relax before a flight, is the food and beverage aspect.

At the time of my visit, there was no buffet. But a few days later, the distribution of free food began.

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At any time, it is possible to get different dishes.

On the day of my visit, here is the selection that was available:

  • Tuna Salad Wrap
  • Turkey & Provolone Sandwich
  • Quinoa & Cranberry salad
  • Classic potato salad
  • Crudité & Dip (Tomato, Cucumbers & Tzatziki)
  • Chips, Muesli Bar, Candy Bar
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During meal times, it is possible to place an order directly from your table by scanning the available QR code.

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Conclusion

Since this is a very busy lounge, expect to see a lot of travelers when you visit. Preferably, arrive early or you will have to wait outside.

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Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine

Jean-Maximilien Voisine
Jean-Maximilien, President and Founder of Milesopedia, is a recognized expert in rewards programs, credit cards, and travel in Canada and France. Approaching forty and a father of two, he has travelled to over 100 countries, half of them with his children and his wife, Audrey. Specializing in top loyalty programs like Aeroplan, American Express Membership Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy, he guides travellers to maximize their benefits across North America and Europe.
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