Aspire Lounge (Gate 16)
★3.1(183 reviews)EDI · Main Terminal · airside
Edinburgh's Gate 16 Aspire — DragonPass, Priority Pass or walk-in, with runway views.
The Aspire Lounge by Gate 16 is Edinburgh's contemporary independent lounge, sitting airside after security — pass through the duty-free shop and follow the signs for Aspire Lounge Gate 16. It's an easy lounge to get into: DragonPass and Priority Pass members are welcome, and the lounge also sells entry on a pay-in basis to passengers without a membership. The design is sleek and minimalist, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame panoramic runway views and soft, warm lighting that keeps the mood cosy. An open layout gives a sense of spaciousness while subtle background music adds to the calm, and seating ranges from plush armchairs to high-top tables that suit solo travellers and groups alike. There's a hot and cold buffet, a bar with wines, beers and spirits, complimentary Wi-Fi and power outlets at the seats — a polished, practical spot to settle before a flight.
Crowding · busy at peak
A practical work spot with power outlets at the seats, Wi-Fi and a calm, low-noise atmosphere. The high-top tables suit laptop work, making it a good choice for getting things done before a flight.
A hot and cold buffet in the Aspire style — hot dishes, salads, sandwiches and snacks alongside a bar serving wines, beers and spirits, plus soft drinks. The spread refreshes through the day to cover early and later departures from Gate 16.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After security and passport control, pass through the duty-free shop and follow the signs for Aspire Lounge Gate 16.
- 01Check in at the main terminal
- 02Clear security and passport control
- 03Pass through the duty-free shop
- 04Follow signs to the Aspire Lounge by Gate 16
Landmarks: Gate 16 · Duty free shop · Airside departures
ℹ Airside - After security check and passport control, pass through the duty free shop, turn right and the lounge is up the stairs behind Brewdog, near gate 16.
DragonPass
Priority PassIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor · Premium drinks for sale
Facts checked by LoungeDeal on Jul 17, 2026
- —Children under 2 enter free
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Make the most of it.
Booking a walk-in day pass online ahead of time is usually cheaper than paying at the door.
Priority Pass members should pre-book to guarantee admission at busy times.
Power outlets at the seats make it a handy spot to charge up before a flight.
The floor-to-ceiling windows give some of the best runway views of any EDI lounge.
Arrive early at the morning departure peak to be sure of a seat.
Quick answers.
Yes — Priority Pass and DragonPass are both accepted at the Aspire Lounge by Gate 16. Pre-booking is recommended to guarantee admission at busy times.
Yes — the lounge welcomes passengers on a pay-in basis; booking online ahead of time is usually cheaper than at the door.
Airside in the main terminal near Gate 16 — pass through the duty-free shop and follow the signs after security.
