Have you ever been so exhausted at the airport that you paid thousands of dollars just to have somewhere to lie down and rest your eyes for an hour or two?
ONE Minute Suites airport lounge is what you are looking for. Luckily, they don’t charge five figures for a cat nap – but they don’t come cheap either. Luckily, you can get in for free with just one simple trick.
Here’s what you need to know about Minute Suites.
What are Minute Suites?
Minute Suites are not traditional airport lounge. You won’t find self-serve alcohol, hot meals, on-board plane viewing, or other features that might get you excited when you think about your favorite lounge.
Instead, the main convenience is privacy. This is basically your own room.
Most suites are not large (about 7 feet by 8 feet), so a family of four will have very little space to spread out. However, it is completely private and very quiet. You can dim the lights and take a quick nap – or a proper nap if you’re willing to pay extra. You can stay up to eight hours.
Each room has air conditioning, TV, trundle bed, pillows, desk and chair. Bathroom is shared. It’s like owning a $5,000 Manhattan apartment at the airport.
Minute Suites emphasizes that it cleans thoroughly between guests, so you don’t have to plop down on a couch that was soiled by a previous tenant.
Related: Access Minute Suites with Priority Pass – free private check-in at the airport
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Which airports have Minute Suites?
In the vast system of airport lounges, with thousands of lounges worldwide, it must be admitted that Minute Suites are not popular. However, they do appear in some major US hubs – enough so that you’re bound to encounter one sooner or later on your travels.
Below are the current locations of Minute Suites:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- Hall B (one near gate B16 and one near gate B24)
- Lounge E
- Waiting room F
Baltimore/Washington Thurgood Marshall International Airport (BWI)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
- Atrium (food court)
- D/E Concourse connector
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Some lounges have amenities that others do not. For example, Minute Suites at DFW offers suites of varying sizes and even has connecting rooms for larger groups. Additionally, some locations offer bathing perks.
You can find phone numbers and email addresses for all Minute Suites locations This.
Related: 10 credit cards provide Priority Pass airport lounge access
How to access Minute Suites
There are two ways to access Minute Suites:
- Pay for the room by the hour
- Get it for free (or heavily discounted) with Priority Pass
You can make reservations online This, or you can try your luck by walking up. Just note that space is quite limited; This is not a lounge hotel with hundreds of rooms. Your chances of scoring a suite can plummet as you get closer to your travel date.
Pay to access Minute Suites
Minute Suites are available to anyone — for a hefty price. Here’s what you’ll pay depending on the length of your stay.
| Time | Standard ratio |
|---|---|
| One hour | $55 |
| One hour and 15 minutes | $68.75 |
| One hour and 30 minutes | $82.50 |
| One hour and 45 minutes | $96.25 |
| Two hours | $110 |
| Two hours and 15 minutes | $121.25 |
| Two hours and 30 minutes | $132.50 |
| Two hours and 45 minutes | $143.75 |
| Three o’clock | $155 |
| Four o’clock | $200 |
| five hours | $245 |
| Six o’clock | $290 |
| Seven o’clock | $335 |
| Eight hours | $380 |
| Overnight (eight hours) | $195 |
All in all, it’s not cheap. By far the best value is an overnight stay for $195, or $24.38 per hour. But for that price, you might as well get a hotel.
Use a credit card to access Minute Suites
In most cases, Minute Suites are significantly cheaper for Priority Pass holders. That’s because you’ll get your first hour free — a $55 value. If you want to stay longer, you Priority Pass Members will offer a discounted price. This is what it looks like.
| Time | Priority passing rate |
|---|---|
| One hour | $0 |
| One hour and 15 minutes | $8.50 |
| One hour and 30 minutes | $17 |
| One hour and 45 minutes | $25.50 |
| Two hours | $34 |
| Two hours and 15 minutes | $42.50 |
| Two hours and 30 minutes | $51 |
| Two hours and 45 minutes | $59.50 |
| Three o’clock | $68 |
| Four o’clock | $102 |
| five hours | $136 |
| Six o’clock | $170 |
| Seven o’clock | $204 |
| Eight hours | $238 |
| Overnight (Eight hours) | $195 |
As you can see, that’s a pretty big saving over the standard rate, but there are two notable details worth mentioning.
First, an overnight stay costs the same, whether you present your shiny Priority Pass card or not. Second, Priority Pass members (sadly) can’t reserve just one free hour online; Only pedestrians can do that. To reserve, you must book at least two hours in advance (you’ll pay a minimum of $34).
Some credit card that offers Priority Pass as a benefit after you sign up. This includes credit cards such as:
The specific Priority Pass level these credit cards offer is called “Select.” It’s the highest level of membership — in fact, you can’t even buy it. The highest level available for purchase (which lacks the key benefits of a “Select” membership) is called “Prestige” and costs $469 per year.
All of this is to say that the Priority Pass you get from a credit card is extremely valuable.
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Are Minute Suites worth it?
If you have a Priority Pass membership, Minute Suites is absolutely worth it. The first hour is free so you have nothing to lose.
On the other hand, there probably aren’t many people willing to spend $55 for an hour of sleep while tethered (although I’ve been there once or twice). However, it may be worth it for some people. Breastfeeding mothers, those with small children who need a quiet nap away from the bustling station, or anyone else desiring a little privacy and quiet can easily sit up. Shower facilities at some locations can be a lifesaver for on-the-go business travelers who need a quick, refreshing nap before rushing into a meeting.
Alternatively, Minute Suites might be worth an overnight stay if you don’t want to leave the airport for a hotel. An eight-hour overnight rental costs $195 – whether you have a Priority Pass or not. Waking up just minutes from your gate can be worth the money.
