Titanic’s First-Class Lounge

The amenities on the Titanic exceeded those of competing ships during that era. Its first-class lounge was a lavish public room designed in the Louis XV style after the Palace of Versailles. Located mid-ship on A-deck, it boasted ornate decorations and offered stunning views of the promenade deck and the ocean beyond.

Following the collision with an iceberg that ultimately doomed the vessel, many passengers sought refuge from the frigid temperatures by gathering in the first-class lounge. As they waited for instructions from the crew, the Titanic’s orchestra reportedly began playing in the lounge around 12:15 a.m., according to witness testimonies.