Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge

Category: Travel lounge in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Phone: +13125445524

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–9PM

Monday: 6AM–9PM

Tuesday: 6AM–9PM

Wednesday: 6AM–9PM

Thursday: 6AM–9PM

Friday: 6AM–9PM

Saturday: 6AM–9PM

Reviews

J S

Jun 10, 2022

This lounge is OK. Compared to offerings with airlines it is way below the standard. My wife and I were in a sleeper car and we had a four hour layover. Having a place to put your bags is nice. The lounge itself is decent and well appointed. Snack and drink service was pretty mediocre. Sodas were cold when put out, but there was no ice to keep them cold. Snack bags were available like doritos and lays products. The most laughable thing was the "hot food" - a cup of Cheetos red hot mac and cheese that you had to put water into. Coffee was terrible and we left to sightsee and get coffee at the nearby starbucks. If its free use the lounge. If you have to pay for it you are wasting your money.

Walt Vann

May 15, 2022

Worst lounge I can ever remember being in. The Snacks are chips and pretzels, no water, Uncomfortable seats and no bathrooms. When I asked the attendant for a bottle of water she pointed to the water fountain. I definitely wouldn’t pay to come in here. I only regret that I was looking forward to this as a perk to my sleeper car reservation.

C Thomas

May 12, 2022

This is a spectacular place to relax while changing trains or waiting to board a train while at Chicago's Union Station. Admittance is restricted to business class, first class and sleeper car passengers. It is a nice lounge with WiFi, comfortable seating, refreshments and other services. I have heard there are showers as part of the lounge. This seems like a nice feature but I have never used or even seen them. When possible I try to travel business class simply so I can take advantage of the Metropolitan Lounge.

William W

Apr 30, 2022

I love this Metropolitan Lounge. The Lounge is recently renovated and very spacious allowing for everyone to spread out. Snacks, coffee, and drinks are available. There are plenty of electrical outlets and tables to spread out and work. Staff are professional and thoughtful. Keep up the great work!

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Questions & Answers

Does anyone have experience using the showers in the Metropolitan Lounge? If so, are they private with even space to change clothing.

Joan L | Dec 7, 2019
kittylynnlpn 2006 | Dec 8, 2019

I never use the showers in the lounge but I did see them. And there is more than enough room. You will be very pleased with the lounge since it's been remodeled.

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Where can I store luggage if I am a coach passenger, if I can't get in the lounge?

Yoshi G | Dec 7, 2019
Kenneth McWeeney | Dec 8, 2019

If you have a coach ticket, inquire how to purchase a "lounge pass" with Amtrak points for Chicago's Union station. Also I believe you can store bags for a fee, but can't remember where! 😕 I remembered, there are lockers at the coach lounge, baggage claim, and Red Caps will store also for a fee!

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Please explain the alcohol policy. Beer/Wine only, or full bar? Complimentary? Thank you.

dale schultheis | Dec 7, 2018
hwileyiii | Dec 8, 2018

Full bar. Pay. But very reasonable. Sodas, snack etcetera free

Would like to know if & where a person can smoke pls? Are there designated areas? Just go out to street or what?

Monica Miller | Dec 6, 2020
charles rabb | Dec 7, 2020

My smoking friend said he had to go upstairs outside on the street.

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With the riots & what not , is Amtrak Chicago pretty secure ? As I'm coming from ND to OH & was just curious if it's a secure area unlike Grayhound bus depot's where everyone can come & go as they wish . Thank you for your help in advance

Matthew Shultz | Dec 6, 2020
Charissa Gagnon | Dec 7, 2020

With a business class or sleeper ticket access to Metropolitan Lounge is free and secure. Can also purchase day ticket for $35. They also provide luggage storage . Showers available there upon request , never utilized them but haven't heard anything bad about them.

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Where do I check in for first class on the California Zephyr?

James Barnes | Dec 6, 2020
Kat P | Dec 7, 2020

I'm sure you've the customer service area by now. Enjoy

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When arriving for my train to DC, do I need to be dropped on the East or West side of the Street to get to the Metropolitan Lounge. On the West side is there an elevator?

Friends of OPPL | Dec 7, 2019
Marty Jon | Dec 8, 2019

I am not familiar with Washington I haven't stopped there with Amtrak

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Can I enter the Metropolitan Lounge directly from Canal Street, or is that door not used?

Deb Hunter | Dec 7, 2019
Emily Leighty | Dec 8, 2019

There is an elevator down to near the entrance but you can't use the door directly into the lounge. You have to go into the front if the lounge in order to check in.

I am traveling to Chicago from Denver roundtrip later this month. I am in coach. How do I purchase a pass for the day I will be leaving Chicago. Also I assume it is $20 per person.

Jan Geden | Dec 7, 2019
Jonathan Cutting | Dec 8, 2019

A day pass to the Amtrak Legacy Lounge is available to coach passengers for $20. To get access to the Metropolitan Lounge, you need to be a business or sleeper class passenger (coach passengers can buy a day pass for $50, I think). I would consider upgrading to business class. It's probably less than the $50 pass, and the on-board perks are pretty nice.

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Is it baby friendly?

Llovie of ShimaKawai | Dec 7, 2018
Aubrey Lynch | Dec 8, 2018

At the time I was there, a mother and her child of about 5 or 6 were stretched out with blankets and resting comfortably on what appeared to be a wide seat or small bed. So, yes, mothers with children are treated royally.

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What kinds of cheese are served in the afternoon?

Rick Ivkovich | Dec 7, 2018
hwileyiii | Dec 8, 2018

Multiple. Usually the big (cheap) ones, cheddar, swiss etc

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I will be traveling one portion of my trip with business class and then on southwest chief to LAX can i use the loung while i wait for my amtrak bus to to get there

Jack Dalmon | Dec 7, 2018
Noah Brannen | Dec 8, 2018

You can use lounge for a day but they ask $50 . Call lounge for more info

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If I am transferring from a sleeping car to coach, am I allowed to wait in a ClubAcela lounge, or do I need to purchase a pass for that portion of my trip?

Ali Dyche | Dec 7, 2018
Carmen CoolCat | Dec 8, 2018

Yes, you can wait in the Metropolitan lounge with your train ticket.

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I had a access pass a couple years ago for the lounge through my Rewards Program.Can I still go? Still have points.

Catherine Shough | Dec 7, 2018
Carmen CoolCat | Dec 8, 2018

There is probably an expiration date on that pass. They are pretty strict about who gets into the Metropolitan Lounge.

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Is there a casino at the union station

Glenn Haygood | Dec 7, 2018
hwileyiii | Dec 8, 2018

No

Can I pay for access today

Lorelei Wilhite | Dec 7, 2017
hwileyiii | Dec 8, 2017

A separate lounge is used for paid access. Go into the Grand Hall. Someone from Amtrak will direct you

Does a reservation for a roomette qualify for admission to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge?

Jimmy Morgan | Dec 7, 2017
hwileyiii | Dec 8, 2017

Yes. Any first class accommodation does

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