United Polaris Lounge

San Francisco International · International Terminal G, near gate G3

Editorial reviewLast verified September 11, 2026

9.2comfort

8.8food

9showers

7.4crowding

8.6work

7.4sleep

9value

Worth it?

Yes — the daybeds make it the best pre-transpacific rest in the US.

01How to get in

United Polaris business class (long-haul)
Star Alliance partner business/first on long-haul departures

Access rules change

Eligibility, guest policies and capacity rules are set by the operator and change without notice. Check the operator's page or your card/program app on the day of travel.

02Hours

Morning to last international departure. Hours may vary by season and flight schedule.

03Amenities

showerhot foodquietworkspacepremium barrunway viewsleeping

04Food & beverage

Dining room with a full menu; buffet; noted cocktail list.

05Work suitability

Good desks.

06Showers

Excellent suites, plus daybeds for napping.

07Crowd expectations

Busy at the transpacific bank late morning.

08Rating breakdown

comfort9.2

food8.8

showers9

crowding7.4

work8.6

sleep7.4

value9

09Alternatives nearby

SFO · Terminal 3, near gate F1 (also reachable airside from International G)

The Centurion Lounge

Amex Platinum / Centurion cardholders

7.8

Sources & verificationLast verified September 11, 2026

United Airlines lounge page
Editorial visit, 2026

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