Most Child-Friendly Airport Lounges

Flying with your kids and need to find child-friendly airport lounges?

Need to escape the endless halls and omnipresent buzz of the airport for a quiet nook with food, drink, and other blessed amenities like private spaces for diaper changes and settling an exhausted child?

Discover the best airport lounges catering to families, including infants and small children, as rated by moms and those who travel with them.

El Dorado Lounge, El Dorado International Airport, Bogota (BOG)

Marianne Perez Fransius, CEO of Bébé Voyage, is an expert in connecting families with small children who love to discover the world with each other and the brands that matter to them.

When traveling with her children, Marianne exclaims, “The lounge my 4 and 11-year-olds keep asking about is the El Dorado Lounge in Bogota. They love it because it has a kids’ playroom with a VOLCANO!”

The volcano was under repair in February 2025 but may be available for use now.

If a volcano wasn’t enough, Marianne recalls, “The playroom has a ‘hidden jungle treasures’ theme with a wagon, a wooden walkway, and a cave tunnel.”

In addition to the playroom, the El Dorado Lounge has a baby changing area and recliners in a quiet area to take a nap.

“The lounge is divided into multiple ‘living rooms,’ some with TVs, some without, making it easy for families to find a more intimate space to hang out between flights,” Marianne shares.

Hungry? Good, because food is at the ready.

Make sure you drop by the snack station, which includes healthy options like fruit, herbal tea, and water, as well as sweet treats.

If you’re looking for a meal, Marianne notes, “Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the dining room for extra cost. There are always healthy kid-friendly options available like scrambled eggs, rice and beans, etc.”

Iberia Velázquez Premium Lounge, Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), Terminal 4S

Kirsti Jane is CEO and founder of House of Luxury Group, a record-breaking luxury brokerage that specializes in high-ticket deals, including rare cars, real estate, hotels, sports teams, and more.

What airport lounge gets Kirsti’s vote for family friendliness? The Velázquez Premium Lounge in Terminal 4S (T4S), an Iberia Lounge at Madrid Airport, which she describes as being ‘amazing for children.’

Note that there are two Iberia Lounges at the Madrid airport, so be sure to go to Velázquez Premium Lounge to experience what Kirsti describes below.

Kirsti indicates that the lounge is great for children of all ages and provides amenities for nursing mothers.

She writes, “It has a dedicated children’s area with a small soft play-like facility, it has game stations for the older children. There are dedicated children changing facilities. Private rooms for naps and feeding. It doesn’t necessarily have a children’s menu, but the food in general is children friendly, it’s not full of sweets and sugar.”

Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge, Terminal 1, Hamad International Airport (DOH)

Dee Joubert, Chief Operating Officer of Dentaly Go, frequents airports as a means to reach out to international dental clinics and, as a mother, has noticed a few standout lounges when it comes to being suitable for families, particularly for families with infants and young children.

“One of the best I have had the pleasure of visiting is the Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge at the Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar. Located in Terminal 1, it has plenty of child-friendly facilities,” Dee confides.

What makes this lounge special? Dee explains:

• Dedicated play zones that are secure and engaging for children of every age
• Baby changing rooms and nursing rooms ensure parents a clean and private space where they can attend to their babies.
• A range of healthy fare, including fresh fruits, greens, and simple meals without additives or artificial flavors.

“The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxed, with staff being extremely understanding of the requirements of traveling families, creating a hassle-free environment,” she reveals.

Emirates Lounge, Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport (DXB)

Dee describes this Emirates Lounge airport oasis in Dubai as a spacious lounge that has a warm welcome for families.

Apart from the regular amenities, Dee confirms that a play area for kids, baby-changing facilities, and quiet rooms for breastfeeding mothers are also available.

The food, too, she points out, is ‘not only nutritious but thoughtfully curated, with light meals and snacks to satisfy children without giving them too much sugar.’

“My son and I particularly enjoyed their gluten-free breads and Scottish Salmon toast served with avocado. They also boast a patient and responsive staff, offering extra support to families when needed, and a relaxing, stress-free environment that makes air travel with children a lot easier.”

Child-Friendly Airport Lounges Lightning Round, Part I

“As someone who often travels with mom-friends, I’ve seen firsthand how much the right airport lounge can make or break a trip with little ones,” states Sandra Zo Awodele, owner at Coitraveler, LLC. Sandra started her business around the beginning of COVID, with the COI in her business name standing for Carry-On Included (no checked luggage!).

“My mom friends don’t just want a place to sit—they need functionality, ease, and zero judgment when their toddler has a meltdown or their baby needs a diaper change mid-layover. And of course, space,” she elaborates.

Here are the lounges Sandra’s watched her friends breathe a sigh of relief in, because these lounges, ‘actually cater to real-life parenting needs.’

Lufthansa Family Lounge, Terminal 2, Frankfurt (FRA)

Amenities: Dedicated play area with slides/climbing structures
Baby Facilities: Spacious changing stations, private nursing rooms
Food: Organic baby food, steamed veggies, unsweetened snacks
Atmosphere: The Staff actually helps families in a judgment-free environment

British Airways Clubhouse, London Heathrow (LHR), Terminal 5

Amenities: Family seating area for children, furniture scaled down to child size, and a toy corner
Baby Facilities: Private nursing areas, well-provisioned changing rooms
Food: Hummus, wholegrain sandwiches, fresh fruit
Atmosphere: Relaxed environment where kids can play unhindered

Air France, Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Paris, Terminal 2E/F

Amenities: LEGO stations, drawing activity
Baby Facilities: Clean changing tables available, nursing rooms with rockers
Food: Cheese cubes, whole-grain crackers, fresh fruit
Atmosphere: Family-integrated design, not segregated

KLM Crown Lounge 52, Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport (AMS)

Similar to the Air France lounge, KLM Crown Lounge 52 in Amsterdam also boasts:

Amenities: LEGO stations, drawing activity
Baby Facilities: Clean changing tables available, nursing rooms with rockers
Food: Cheese cubes, whole-grain crackers, fresh fruit
Atmosphere: Family-integrated design, not segregated

Plaza Premium Lounge (Family Room), Hong Kong (HKG), Terminal 1

Amenities: Soft play mats, children’s books
Baby Facilities: Private nursing rooms, plenty of changing space
Food: Steamed dumplings, rice bowls, fresh veggies
Atmosphere: Quiet but family-friendly

Centurion Lounge, Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Terminal D

You can use your AMEX card here! Not all Centurion Lounges offer the same amenities, but by and large, Centurion Lounges were the preferred US lounges for her friends with children – in other words, these proved to be the most child-friendly airport lounges.

Here’s what you can look forward to in The Centurion Lounge at DFW, Terminal D.

Amenities: Tiny play areas (varies by location)
Baby Facilities: Regular changing stations
Food: Varied fare (some healthy, some processed, but all yummy)
Atmosphere: Business-soaked, but welcoming

“When I passed through most of these lounges on my travel layovers, I noticed all of these locations prioritizing,

• Healthy, low-sugar food options
• Dedicated baby facilities
• Staff trained for family needs
• Space where kids can be themselves

“I highly suggest these to any of my new mom-friends I encounter because they have worked for the individuals in my life and still exceed public review standards,” Sandra concludes.

Child-Friendly Airport Lounges Lightning Round, Part II

Olivier Heuchenne, co-owner of Insider Villas, shares his list of child-friendly airport lounges to flit for – with some of his personal favorites. 

Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge, Singapore Changi Airport, Terminal 3

Features at Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge in Terminal 3 include:

• Family play zones
• Diaper changing
• Private nursing
• Healthy bites
• Warm service

Cathay Pacific Lounge, Hong Kong International Airport, Terminal 1

Features at Cathay Pacific Lounges in Hong Kong’s International Airport include:

• Child play areas
• Changing and nursing stations
• Nutritious meals
• Relaxed, family-oriented vibe

SWISS Lounge, Zurich Airport, Terminal E

Features include:

• Calm family zones
• Modern changing areas
• Private nursing
• Wholesome bites
• Considerate atmosphere

Rating Child-Friendly Airport Lounges

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