Essence by Escape Lounges is in Satellite near Gates 1-19 (Stansted Transit System), follow signs for Premium Lounge at London (STN). Ways in: Priority Pass, Pay at the door, other, LoungeKey, Amex Platinum (US), Amex Platinum (UK). Checked 2026-11-02.
Ways in
| Way in | Details |
|---|---|
| Priority Pass | Max stay 3h; only for flights departing Gates 1-19; pre-book available; under-3s free |
| Pay at the door | Pre-book from GBP 28.99, walk-up GBP 35; under-3s free |
| other | Eligibility limit: only Air Algerie, Arkia, BA Cityflyer, Corendon, Emirates, Flyone, HiSky, Jet2, Lufthansa, Pegasus, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, SunExpress, TUI and Turkish passengers. Ryanair and easyJet passengers cannot use it. |
| LoungeKey | Listed on the Mastercard/LoungeKey lounge finder (STN5) |
| Amex Platinum (US)Card details | Listed on Amex US Platinum lounge finder (labelled Main Terminal there; the lounge is at the satellite) |
| Amex Platinum (UK)Card details | Via the included Priority Pass; the Amex UK finder page for STN could not be read |
CONFLICT on hours: airport and Escape Lounges say 04:45-19:30 from 25 Oct 2026; Priority Pass and Mastercard still show 04:45-20:15. Cold food only. Once at Gates 1-19 you cannot return to the main terminal. Airport notice gave a 3 Mar 2026 opening after the main-terminal Escape Lounge closed on 28 Feb 2026.
Other lounges at STN
- The Emirates LoungeNear Gate 12, top of escalators at the Gates 1-12 pier (secondary) · Ticket, Status, Pay at the door
Questions
How do I get into Essence by Escape Lounges?
Priority Pass: Max stay 3h; only for flights departing Gates 1-19; pre-book available; under-3s free Pay at the door: Pre-book from GBP 28.99, walk-up GBP 35; under-3s free other: Eligibility limit: only Air Algerie, Arkia, BA Cityflyer, Corendon, Emirates, Flyone, HiSky, Jet2, Lufthansa, Pegasus, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, SunExpress, TUI and Turkish passengers. Ryanair and easyJet passengers cannot use it. LoungeKey: Listed on the Mastercard/LoungeKey lounge finder (STN5) Amex Platinum (US): Listed on Amex US Platinum lounge finder (labelled Main Terminal there; the lounge is at the satellite) Amex Platinum (UK): Via the included Priority Pass; the Amex UK finder page for STN could not be read
Where is Essence by Escape Lounges?
Satellite near Gates 1-19 (Stansted Transit System), follow signs for Premium Lounge at London (STN).
Is this up to date?
Researched on 2026-11-02. Confirm with the lounge or your card issuer before you rely on it.
Sources: escapelounges.com, stanstedairport.com, prioritypass.com, airport.mastercard.com, stn.live.mag-dxp.com, americanexpress.com
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