United Polaris lounge
★4.0(1,272 reviews)EWR · Terminal C
Newark's flagship lounge — table-service dining and quiet zones for long-haul business class.
The United Polaris Lounge is Newark's showpiece, tucked into Terminal C between gates C102 and C120. It is built for long-haul comfort: United Polaris business-class passengers on qualifying international flights and Star Alliance Gold members flying long-haul international can settle in here before a transatlantic or other international departure. The design balances business-like efficiency with moments of relaxation — modern muted tones, dark wood accents and soft lighting throughout, with floor-to-ceiling windows pulling in natural light and tarmac views. Frosted-glass dividers carve out intimate spaces without closing the room in. The signature draw is the sit-down dining room with table service, a clear step above a buffet, alongside quieter zones for resting or working. Noise stays at a steady hum rather than a roar, though the lounge fills before the evening long-haul bank.
Crowding · busy before evening departures
A comfortable place to work before a long flight, with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and quiet zones away from the dining room. Good for email and focused tasks, with the bonus of a real meal before you board.
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The Polaris Lounge's signature feature is its sit-down dining room with table service — a full meal before a long-haul flight rather than a grab-and-go buffet — backed by a self-serve spread and a staffed bar pouring wines, beers, spirits and cocktails. It's geared to travellers with time before an evening international departure.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After security in Terminal C, head toward the C102–C120 area; the Polaris Lounge is signposted between those gates.
- 01Check in and clear security for Terminal C
- 02Follow signs toward gates C102–C120
- 03Look for United Polaris Lounge signage
- 04Present your Polaris boarding pass or Star Alliance Gold card
Landmarks: Gate C120 · United Polaris signage
ℹ concourse level,C120
Star Alliance GoldIncluded: Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary full service restaurant · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary full bar
Star Alliance Gold Status or Business Class Ticket
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See all lounges at EWRMake the most of it.
The sit-down dining room is the highlight — give yourself time for a proper meal before boarding.
Access requires a Polaris long-haul international ticket or Star Alliance Gold flying long-haul international.
It gets busiest before the evening transatlantic bank — arrive earlier for a quieter visit.
Showers are available, handy to freshen up before an overnight flight.
This lounge is Terminal C only — confirm your departure terminal before clearing security.
Quick answers.
United Polaris business-class passengers on qualifying long-haul international flights, plus Star Alliance Gold members flying long-haul international on a Star Alliance carrier.
Yes — the Polaris Lounge's signature feature is a dining room with table service, a clear step above a self-serve buffet.
Yes, shower suites are available to freshen up before a long-haul flight.
