Causeway Lounge, Belfast International Airport (Sunday Evening Visit)

Date of Visit: [March 2025]

Time: Evening (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)

Location and Access at Causeway Lounge Belfast Airport

We arrive here during our extreme day trip to Belfast, the details of which can be found here. The Causeway Lounge is located airside at Belfast International Airport (BFS), left of duty free and opposite gate 17. Access is available through Priority Pass, DragonPass, or by paying the walk-in fee/pre-book fee of £30.

Check-In Experience

Check-in was quick, with the receptionist being polite and welcoming. No issues getting in, but the real disappointment began once inside.

Ambiance and Seating at Causeway Lounge Belfast Airport

The lounge itself is relatively small, with a modern yet minimalistic design. Seating options were comfortable enough, with a mix of armchairs and high-stool seating. However, as the lounge got busier, it felt cramped, with some passengers struggling to find a seat, which wasn’t aided by several solo travellers plonking their bags on other seats.

One redeeming factor was the panoramic tarmac views. Visiting at sunset, I was treated to a stunning view of aircraft taxiing against a fiery sky. This was certainly pleasant and felt like a real treat considering I’m not used to seeing clear skies in Ireland!

Food and Drink Options at Causeway Lounge Belfast Airport

For an evening visit, I expected at least one hot meal item available. Instead, the offerings were shockingly limited:

• Hot food: The only option was minestrone soup, which left much to be desired.

• Cold food: A few wraps, one tasteless ‘Coronation Chickpea’ wrap and a slightly better Caesar Chicken wrap. The other cold options were pretty basic: some Tato’s crisps, biscuits, fresh fruit and chocolate brownies (which were delicious to be fair).

• Drinks: A self-serve coffee machine provided decent coffee, while bottled soft drinks were available from a fridge. This included all the usual offerings; Pepsi, Fanta, 7up juices and tonic water.  Alcohol was available on a self-serve basis with a reasonable three-drink limit. The offering was more than adequate, with Gordon’s Gin, Bushmills Irish Whiskey, Smirnoff Vodka, a white rum and Isla Negra Merlot left out. Budweiser, Coors Light and Magners (an Irish Cider) were stocked in the fridges.

For a lounge that markets itself as a premium airport experience, this level of food catering was a little disappointing, especially considering it was a struggle to be able plate up an evening meal.

Wi-Fi & Amenities

The Wi-Fi was functional and fast. Charging points were abundant, so you would have no troubles working here. The toilets were basic but clean.

Pros:

• Panoramic sunset views over the tarmac
• Comfortable sofa with lots of charging ports

Cons:

• Only one hot food option (minestrone soup) with no substantial food options.
• The lounge was very small, making it feel a little overcrowded in the evening.

Final Thoughts

The Causeway Lounge at BFS severely under-delivers on the food front. While the seating and views offer some respite, the lack of hot meal choices and minimal food selection make it hard to justify the entry fee. If you have free lounge access, it’s a passable place to wait and get some work done but if you’re paying out of pocket, or are hoping for a more substantial meal, you would probably be best spending your money at an eatery in the main terminal.

Staff: 6/10

Food & Drink: 2/10

Ambiance and Views: 6/10

The Airport Lounge Bro Rating: 4/10

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