Lounge Review: American Express The Centurion Lounge – JFK – LoungeReview.com (2024)

Courtesy of American Express

Courtesy of American Express

Courtesy of American Express

: 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

Food:

• Complimentary cold buffet
• Complimentary hot buffet

Drinks:

• Complimentary soft drinks
• Complimentary full bar

Other amenities:

The flagship American Express Centurion Lounge at New York JFK airport Terminal 4 is the financial institution’s 12th club in the US, and the second in the New York area.

At 15,000 square feet, spanning over two levels, the Centurion Lounge JFK is the second largest location system-wide (after Atlanta) and is packed with amenities.

American Express The Centurion Lounge JFK design

Guests can look forward to American Express’ acclaimed elegant residential design. The space is outfitted with luxurious furniture with power outlets at arm’s length, private alcoves, a variety of seating for groups and solo travelers alike, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows featuring tarmac views.

The club is divided into six rooms with distinct vibes inspired by NYC’s sights and design periods. In addition to the traditional American Express memorabilia on display, the design incorporates local artifacts and rendering of local landmarks, such as a mosaic evoking the city’s famed subway murals.

American Express The Centurion Lounge JFK amenities

The Centurion Lounge JFK boasts a wealth of luxurious amenities including complimentary hot meals, a full bar with premium spirits, shower suites, day beds, and even a spa.

Designed by Uruguayan-born Chef Ignacio Mattos, the menu features fresh, ecletic, and cosmopolitan fare. Highlights include steak and golden nugget potatoes with romesco and taleggio sauce, fried maitake mushroom “po boy” with chipotle mayo and pickles on a brioche bun, and heathy options such as fennel salad with castelvetrano olives and provolone.

With two striking bar areas, the Centurion Lounge sets the standard at JFK. Skilled bartenders serve a variety of wines and co*cktails designed by mixologist Jim Meehan. Centurion Card holders can look forward to a few VIP touches such as fine Champagnes. But the NYC-exclusive “1850” speakeasy steals the show. The striking space, nested behind a copper-paneled wall, sports a Prohibition-inspired décor with elegant wood paneling, subdued tones, private booths, and a rotating drink selection highlighting classic co*cktails.

The Equinox Body Lab spa promises “performance-driven restorative therapies.” American Express will eventually offer complimentary treatments and massages, though in light of COVID-19 the portfolio of services will initially be limited to a massage chairs and selection of app-guided meditation experiences and stretching sessions.

The Centurion Lounge welcomes members of The Platinum Card and The Centurion Card, as well as two guests. Passengers may visit regardless of their choice of airline, as long as they hold a boarding pass and are willing to go through security at Terminal 4—JFK terminals are all standalone and there are no provisions for airside transfers.

For more information about The Centurion Lounge, check out our reviews of the San Francisco, Houston, Las Vegas, and Seattle locations, as well as our blog posts.

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• American Express Centurion® Card holders (+2 guests or immediate family)
• American Express Platinum Card® holders within 3 hours of departure of their first flight, and at any connection points (no access at final destination.) (See notes below for guest policy.)
• Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card holders departing on a flight operated by Delta, within 3 hours of departure of their first flight, and at any connection points (no access at final destination.) No guests allowed.
• Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business American Express Card holders departing on a flight operated by Delta, within 3 hours of departure and at connection points (no access at final destination.) No guests allowed.

• Access requires confirmed travel plans. Standby boarding passes are not eligible.
• American Express Platinum Card® holders may not bring guests on a complimentary basis but can may purchase access for guests for $50 per adult and $30 per child (ages 2-17, proof of age required.)
• American Express Platinum Card® holders who spend$75,000 or more on eligible purchases during a calendar year receive complimentary guest access for up to two guests per visit for the current calendar year, the next year, and through January of the following year.

co*cktails (10:30am – 7:45pm)

Wine

Coffee and tea: Centurion Lounge Custom Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino.