32 Airport Lounge Secrets for Access Without Elite Status

25. "Free" Airport Lounge Access with Select Hotel Bookings

This is a lesser-known perk! Some luxury hotel groups or specific hotel brands (e.g., certain boutique hotels or those associated with major airport hubs) occasionally partner with independent airport lounges. If you book a qualifying stay, especially a higher-tier room or through a specific booking channel, they might include complimentary airport lounge access as a value-add. This is rare and typically unadvertised, so it's worth checking with concierge or the hotel's loyalty program if you have a high-value reservation near an airport.