United Club (A)
George Bush Intercontinental · Houston
Guide by Lounge Frog
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At a glance
One of two lounges in Terminal A, and the lowest-rated of them. A small hub club with enough quiet for a read or a nap and staff who look after you — though seats are scarce at peak and upkeep lets it down. It runs a full bar. Hours are 7:30 AM – 7 PM daily. Somewhere to sit down and charge a phone, not to linger. Recorded access options include Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access and United Club. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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How it worksWho gets in
Check the program, card, flight and guest conditions before relying on entry.
Cards that get you in: United Club Business Card, United Club Card.
Entry and guest policy
Individual members: no guests. All Access members: up to 2 adult guests, or 1 adult plus dependents under 18. United Club cardmembers: 1 adult guest plus dependents under 18. One-time passes $59. Same-day United or Star Alliance ticket required.
Location & opening hours
George Bush Intercontinental · Terminal A · Near gate A9
Airside in Terminal A across from gate A9; the smallest of the IAH United Clubs.
- Opening hours
- 7:30 AM – 7 PM daily
- Local time · America/Chicago
Editorial ratings
7 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.
What a 5 means for each metric
- Seating & comfort
- plenty of comfortable seats, easy to find one
- Quiet
- calm enough to work, read, or nap
- Space
- never feels packed, even at peak
- Food
- real meals, fresh and varied
- Drinks & bar
- good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
- Restrooms
- clean, plentiful, well kept
- Staff & service
- attentive, friendly, quick
Not yet rated: Coffee, Wi-Fi, Power outlets, Workspace, Cleanliness, Views & light, Exclusivity. How we rate
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Quick answers
Who can get into United Club (A)?
United Club (A) lists access through Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access and United Club. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Individual members: no guests. All Access members: up to 2 adult guests, or 1 adult plus dependents under 18. United Club cardmembers: 1 adult guest plus dependents under 18. One-time passes $59. Same-day United or Star Alliance ticket required. Lounge Frog last checked this in September 2026.
What are the opening hours of United Club (A)?
United Club (A) is open 7:30 AM – 7 PM daily (local time, America/Chicago). Lounge Frog last checked this in September 2026.
Where is United Club (A)?
United Club (A) is in Terminal A at George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), near gate A9. Airside in Terminal A across from gate A9; the smallest of the IAH United Clubs.
Does United Club (A) have showers and a bar?
United Club (A) has a full bar. Shower availability is not confirmed by a recorded suite count; check with the operator for availability and charges.
How good is United Club (A)?
Lounge Frog rates United Club (A) 2.7 out of 5 overall, the average of 7 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
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