Review: United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

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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Lounge United Club Lounge
Terminal G
Country United States
City San Francisco
To the point The United Airlines lounge at San Francisco International Airport's Terminal G is a nice surprise for an American airline lounge. Discover it in our photo report.

Last flight segment of our mini-tour of the world with Aeroplan miles: our return to Montreal from San Francisco. First, a quick visit to the United Club Lounge in the International Terminal of the San Francisco Airport.

The United Club Lounge – International Terminal G – San Francisco

After a very early wake up, we are at the San Francisco Airport. United is currently renovating most of its United Club lounges as part of its transition to United Polaris, its new business class brand.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

The show we are presenting today is therefore a “temporary” show. This lounge is accessible to Star Alliance Gold members or passengers traveling in business class (which is what we are doing today).

 

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

If you are a Priority Pass member, you will have to go to the Air France KLM lounge located in hall A of the international terminal.

We are among the first to enter the lounges. It’s quite rare to see a United lounge “empty”.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

The living room is divided into two parts: a relaxation part with several corners with very comfortable armchairs.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

As well as a high table for people wishing to work:

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

The side tables between each chair are equipped with electrical and USB outlets.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

Asian touches are brought to this International Terminal lounge, which amuses Alexandra!

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

A quiet corner is dedicated to United’s Global Services passengers:

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

And a “catering” part with several tables for meals.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

Alexandra takes her ease at her breakfast:

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

The buffet is rather varied and of good content for an American airline lounge.

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

There is a choice of both savory and sweet products:

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

On the drinks side, alcohol is at will (not much for us at 7am):

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

We’ll head for a good coffee and cold drinks instead:

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport
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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

Important note for parents with young children: the restroom includes a changing table 🙂

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United Club Lounge – Terminal G – San Francisco International Airport

Bottom line

This United Club show is a little surprise. It’s nothing special, but I find it stands out from a lot of American lounges where there are just a few soft drinks and pretzels. It was perfect to spend half an hour before our flight to Montreal on Air Canada.

Come to discuss that topic in our Facebook Group!
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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