Expanding the Centurion Lounge network is important for American Express, given how many people carry Platinum cards for its exclusive access.
To that end, they have announced that, in 2025, they will open an approximately 16,000 square foot Centurion Lounge in the newly developed Terminal B at SLC.
Per Amex, here is what you can look forward to:
“The Centurion Lounge at SLC will feature local design elements and artwork, luxury amenities, and premium food and beverage offerings, including:
- An Outdoor Terrace with Picturesque Mountain Views: The outdoor seating area will be equipped with heaters and fans for use year-round, providing guests with views of the airfield and the Wasatch Mountains.
- Delicious Food from an Award-Winning, Resy Chef featuring Fresh, Local Ingredients: Guests will be able to enjoy a hot breakfast, a rotating selection of main courses, sides, salads, and soups throughout the day, and freshly made desserts.
- “Blue Roast by American Express” Coffee Bar: A coffee bar with counter service featuring espresso beverages, cold brew, and rotating seasonal specialty coffee drinks from a local roaster.
- Full Bar with Bespoke Cocktail Menu and Wine List: A wide selection of drinks will be available to order from two bars, including a locally inspired cocktail menu featuring alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages designed by Centurion Lounge Mixologist Jim Meehan and a selection of wines hand-picked by Anthony Giglio, Centurion Lounge Wine Director and sommelier.
- Comfortable Seating Areas All Types of Travelers: Guests will have a wide range of seating options to choose from, including cozy armchairs, cafe seating and dining banquettes, quiet workspaces, a dedicated wellness room, and more.”
The press release also notes some other upcoming lounge openings:
American Express continues to expand and enhance the Centurion Lounge Network with plans to open a new lounge at Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo, located on the 4th floor in Terminal 3, in 2025. The lounge will feature décor, artwork, and furnishings that celebrate Japanese philosophy, craftmanship, and artistry and offer sweeping views of the airfield. A Centurion Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New Jersey is slated to open in 2026.
I’m sure New Jerseyans will rejoice at that news!
Remember that access to the Centurion Lounge is only via 4 cards (besides the Centurion/Black card):
- The Platinum Card® from American Express (cardmember only; $50 guest fee unless you spend $75,000 in the previous or current year on your Card.)
- The Business Platinum Card® from American Express (cardmember only; $50 guest fee unless you spend $75,000 in the previous or current year on your Card.)
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card (cardmember only; must be flying a Delta operated or marketed flight)
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card (cardmember only; must be flying a Delta operated or marketed flight)
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