I visited a popular lounge at the Orlando International Airport. It let me down, but I'll still visit every time I fly.

Amanda AdlerNov 8, 2024, 00:34 IST

Provided offerings at The Lounge at MCO include cocktails, snacks, and more.Amanda Adler<ul class="summary-list"><li>I visited The Lounge at MCO, an <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/quiet-room-airport-lounge-sleeping-qatar-airways-garden-lounge-review-2024-8">airport lounge</a> that can cost $50 a person to enter. </li><li>The space offered ample seating and charging stations, but it felt a little outdated.</li></ul>I travel frequently, and I like to <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/things-to-never-do-airport-lounges-frequent-flyer">visit airport lounges</a> when I fly.After paying out of pocket to access them for years, I recently switched to a new credit card, the Capital One Venture X. Through this card, I got access to <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/personal-finance/credit-cards/how-to-get-priority-pass-for-free">Priority Pass</a>, an airport-lounge membership program.On my most recent trip, I was able to use my Priority Pass to visit The Club at MCO, a lounge located at the <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/florida-brightline-train-premium-ticket-not-worth-price-miami-orlando-2023-10">Orlando</a> International Airport, for free.Here's what my experience was like.

Two of MCO's terminals have their own version of The Club. I visited the one in Terminal B.

I visited The Club lounge in Terminal B. Amanda Adler

Inside, there were a variety of seating options, including many more plush than those found closer to the gate.

I could sit near a table if I wanted. Amanda Adler

Each seating area in the lounge had several TVs displaying sports, news, and upcoming flight information.

The televisions weren't all playing at full volume. Amanda Adler

The lounge had dedicated workstations designed for laptop use.

The area had outlets and office chairs. Amanda Adler

I saw private stalls with doors, which seemed like a great spot for a conference call.

These small rooms seemed useful. Amanda Adler

The space also had a room designed for children, but the amenities here seemed sparse.

The space didn't have toys. Amanda Adler

The Club at MCO has food and beverages, but offerings were limited during my visit.

I saw a few signs noting the limited menu. Amanda Adler

The small food buffet featured mainly cold items.

I grabbed a few snacks for my flight. Amanda Adler

There was also a station for hot food.

The hot-food station had one soup when I visited. Amanda Adler

I was also able to get food delivered directly to my seat.

There were hot dishes I could order to my seat. Amanda Adler

The lounge's highlight was its full bar, which offered a variety of beer, wine, and cocktail options.

I didn't have to pay extra for cocktails. Amanda Adler

I also enjoyed the specialty coffee machine and soda fountain.

The lounge had plenty of beverage options. Amanda Adler

On-site bathrooms were cleaner and calmer than those found in the terminal.

The bathroom felt clean.Amanda Adler

However, some areas in the lounge seemed like they could use some love.

The lounge didn't feel particularly modern to me. Amanda Adler

Despite The Club at MCO's downsides, being here still beats fighting for seating at the terminal.

The airport can get pretty crowded at times. Amanda Adler

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