Inside Chase’s stunning new Sapphire Lounge in San Diego
The rise in Chase’s relevance in the credit card airport lounge game nothing impressive at all.
The publisher’s take on airport lounges, dubbed the The Club’s Sapphire Loungefirst opened in the US in Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in 2023. The domestic network has since expanded to New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) And John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)And Dulles International Airport (IAD)out of an international outpost in Hong Kong.
On Friday, the issuer will unveil its newest lounge — its seventh domestic outpost — at San Diego International Airport (SAN), making Chase the first credit card issuer to open the space. at SAN.
There’s a lot to love about this new outpost, so read on for everything you need to know.
Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego location
The Club at SAN’s Chase Sapphire Lounge is located in Terminal 2 West, between gates 46 and 47. The entrance is across from Starbucks.
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All gates in Terminal 2 are connected to the airport, so as long as you’re not flying on Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines or Sun Country Airlines, you can access the lounge before departure without No need to re-check security. (The above mentioned airlines operate from SAN Terminal 1, which is only securely connected to Terminal 2.)
Once you’ve located the entrance, you’ll need to take the elevator or stairs up to the mezzanine, where you’ll find the translucent blue doors that mark the formal entrance to the lounge.
The space is open daily from 5am to 10pm
Access to Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego
The Club’s Chase Sapphire Lounge access policy has not changed since this opening.
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Primary and authorized cardholders have Chase Sapphire Reserve® lounge access is free and they can accommodate up to two guests. Note that you will need to have a (free) Priority Pass linked to the pass to access the lounge. Additional guests exceeding the initial number will be charged USD 27/person.
The same access policy applies to holders of a JP Morgan Reserve card or pass Ritz-Carlton credit card (no longer available to new subscribers), although the second pass includes unlimited access for guests.
Even if you don’t have one of these cards, you can still access the Sapphire Lounge. Tourists with Priority Pass Members (from any Other premium credit cards) may visit one Chase Sapphire Lounge per calendar year and purchase additional admission tickets for themselves and guests for $75 per person.
Information about the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card and JP Morgan Reserve Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Layout of Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego
As soon as you enter the new space, you’ll see a familiar color scheme and design elements that mimic the rest of the Sapphire Lounge network.
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From the colorful artwork to the wood floors to the wooden room dividers, this space is definitely a Sapphire Lounge.
That said, Chase has certainly infused a local flair into this space, with the living room’s focal piece of art on display for everyone to see immediately upon entering.
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This colorful surfboard mural fits San Diego perfectly and creates a sense of place for visitors passing through SAN.
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Once you enter the lounge, you’ll walk straight past reception to the dimly lit and moody main bar and dining area. The wraparound bar is the largest Chase has built and is sure to be a popular gathering and socializing area when the lounge opens.
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There are several bench-style dining tables lined up along the wall.
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The main dining area has free-standing four-top tables.
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The room adjacent to the dining area – complete with eye-catching lighting – has even more tables for dining or relaxing.
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Once through the main dining area, you can move in two directions. If you head straight to the back of the living room, you’ll find another large relaxation room furnished with couches, recliners, and a faux fireplace that serves as its centerpiece.
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Opposite this relaxation area are three productivity zones mounted directly to the wall – a nice touch for those trying to get some last-minute work done.
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If you’re taking a call, you’ll want to head straight to the waiting room’s only phone booth, located right next to the work area.
As you move deeper into the lounge, you’ll find the space’s amenities — more on that below.
Instead, if you go from the dining room and turn left back to the living room entrance, you’ll find two more lounging areas.
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The first is accented by a palm tree that serves as a fitting local landmark. This open space is mainly furnished with comfortable couches and chairs to promote relaxation.
Meanwhile, if you continue straight behind the concourse, you’ll find the “Balboa Promenade,” named after San Diego’s Balboa Park. This room is like a California-inspired home library and this is where you’ll see me posting next time I’m in the living room.
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Interestingly, the Balboa passage can be separated from the rest of the living room by sliding frosted glass doors. Chase does not intend to separate this space from the start, but it could be used later if the issuer contracts with an international airline that wants to provide dedicated lounge space at SAN for passengers its high level.
Chase’s first digital wall, displaying stunning drone footage of the San Diego coastline, is located in the hallway connecting the rest of the concourse to the Balboa walkway.
Overall, this lounge is unmistakably Southern California.
Even better, this space will also be popular with aviation enthusiasts as the floor-to-ceiling windows surrounding the perimeter of the concourse provide great views of the apron and runway areas.
The space is nearly 11,000 square feet and has enough room for nearly 200 flyers. While that may not be enough to meet peak demand, the partition design will make the waiting room feel less crowded than it actually is.
Amenities of Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego
In spite of Chase’s flagship outpost is in LaGuardia Possibly the king of amenities, this space can certainly be considered one of New York’s finest.
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It starts with the wellness area located at the rear of the lounge, which has four private relaxation pods. Each group has access to Devi Brown’s digital meditations.
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Meanwhile, there’s a small facial bar with treatments from the Face Haus located directly across from the wellness area.
The lounge also features a family room filled with toys, games and books for younger travelers.
There is also a shower in the lounge and is available on a first come, first served basis. Chase uses Byredo products in all of its lounges.
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Meanwhile, there are separate male and female restrooms. The men’s bathroom has three toilet stalls, two urinals, a beautiful hand-washing area decorated with gold wall sconces, and stunning views of the runway and departing planes.
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In fact, this might be the nicest restroom in the entire airport.
Note that there is also an accessible, all-gender private bathroom.
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There is also a separate nursing room available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To book a facial, wellness room or shower, you will need to scan one of the QR codes displayed on each board. From there, you’ll be redirected to the lounge’s landing page, where you can make reservations (and even order food a la carte).
In addition to the above amenities, the lounge also has basic amenities. High-speed Wi-Fi, power outlets, and USB-C and USB-A ports are located in almost every seat.
Food and Drink Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego
All of Chase’s lounges have above-average dining options, and this location is no exception.
The lounge serves a full breakfast buffet until 11am, then switches to all-day fare. From French crepes to burgers and parfait bowls to hummus and pita, you’ll likely find something delicious on the buffet.
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If you want more nutritious dishes, you can also order items from the web portal. Chase is partnering with Oscar’s Mexican Seafood in San Diego to create several specialty dishes, such as chicken tostada and potato soup with shrimp, available in addition to staples like the Sapphire Burger.
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Plus, the bar can mix up your favorite cocktail or pour one of San Diego’s signatures, like the bourbon- and gin-based Queen of Rum Row – all served complimentary .
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For those wanting to rehydrate, there are two large drink stations, one near the buffet and one near the entrance next to the surfboards.
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Both offer a variety of waters, coffee from California’s Groundwork Coffee, espresso makers and mini-fridges stocked with popular beverages, such as electrolyte drinks from Spindrift and Leisure Hydration.
Bottom line
With seven lounges operating in just over two years and three more confirmed in the pipeline, Chase is making a big splash attracting travelers to carry its top credit cards. me.
The San Diego location will certainly help attract even more cardholders. The space itself is stunning and offers a range of amenities and top dining options that are sure to impress.
Plus, the Southern California-inspired design helps give the space a local flair that distinguishes it from existing outposts.
As Chase continues to build more lounges, it has raised the standard of what travelers can expect from credit card-branded airport lounges. As the network grows, American Express and Capital One should take note because the Sapphire Lounge is, in some ways, even nicer than the Centurion Lounge and Capital One Lounge.
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