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Clubrooms by No1 Lounges review: A luxury airport lounge for escaping the hustle and bustle
MoneyWeek visits Clubrooms by No 1 Lounges, an airport lounge intended to elevate the pre-flight experience for passengers seeking privacy
No1 Lounges launched Clubrooms, its most exclusive, premium airport lounge, at Heathrow Terminal Three in April 2025. I’ve experienced the No1 Lounge and its hearty buffet while at the terminal in the past (see our guide on how to get airport lounge access for less) but this was my first time at Clubrooms, situated next door.
After a frustrating and tedious trek to the airport, battling public transport issues, Clubrooms was the perfect ticket for taking a peaceful moment for myself before jetting off. I arrived into an oasis of calm, and was shown to a foliage-filled seating area in the orangery, overlooking the airfield.
I visited early in the afternoon, and the room was filled with natural light. The comfortable seating areas were more private and superior to many of the other lounges I’ve experienced. – Clubrooms is divided up into separate spaces, creating more of an exclusive atmosphere. Aside from the view of the runway and the handily positioned departures board, I could have been out for lunch in the City, rather than one of the world's busiest airports.
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Clubrooms at Heathrow Terminal 3, an airport lounge by No1 Lounges, has a range of private seating areas, including the light and airy orangery
(Image credit: No1 Lounges)
Food and drink at Clubrooms
Finally able to sit back and see if I can spot my plane, it was time to toast to the trip. With all kinds of classics on the complimentary Clubrooms cocktail menu, it seemed apt to try a tipple. I swapped my cappuccino for an espresso martini – it was 5pm somewhere after all. There’s an extensive wine list too, including fizz, and if you fancy something even more special, champagne starts at £12 a glass.
With the luxury of hosted table service, Clubrooms guests can peruse the à la carte menu – from lighter bites to hearty mains like lasagne al forno and roast chicken breast. I opted for the soup of the day – red pepper and tomato – but the bacon, brie and caramelised red onion ciabatta seemed popular.
You can also help yourself to treats like shortbread, biscuits, brownies, nuts and olives at your leisure, and pair them with soft drinks from the fully-stocked fridge. Here, you’ll also find an assortment of teas, the self-service coffee machine, plus a selection of syrups.
The private seating areas are enjoyed by business trippers and holidaymakers alike. “Travelling for work would be a lot harder without a lounge like this,” a fellow guest, on his seventh long-haul trip in almost as many months, told me.
Clubrooms is intended to be an adults-only setting – although if your teens are travelling with you, rest assured children over 12 are allowed. The lounge also boasts free, unlimited WiFi and charging points, so you can catch up on emails or even develop your next business idea while you wait for your gate to be announced.
Clubrooms has hosted table service, plus a grab-and-go area with hot and soft drinks and snacks.
(Image credit: No1 Lounges)
Delay cover at No1 Lounges
I almost didn’t want to leave, and thanks to an issue with my airline, I didn’t need to for hours. Guests who book directly with No1 Lounges get exclusive Guaranteed Delay Cover – letting you stay relaxed in the lounge until you can fly. The disappointment of the delay dissipated somewhat, relaxing with a couple of cocktails in Clubrooms instead of dragging out an afternoon, camped by a plug socket in an chaotic airport coffee shop.
In my opinion, Clubrooms is a great option for travellers seeking a more exclusive airport lounge. If you aren't flying in business class, Clubrooms means you can still enjoy a pre-flight premium experience, plus, the delay cover, available for direct bookings only, is hugely appealing in case of travel disruption.
Jessica was a guest of Clubrooms at Heathrow T3. Prices start from £48. Dragonpass, Priority Pass or Lounge Key can get access for an additional fee.
Prices are from £38 at No1 Lounge at Heathrow T3 and £36 at My Lounge at Heathrow Airport T3.
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Jessica is a financial journalist with extensive experience in digital publishing.
She was previously Digital Finance Editor at GB News and Personal Finance Editor at Express.co.uk. She enjoys writing about savings, pensions and tax, and is passionate about promoting financial education.
