The Centurion Lounge
Ronald Reagan Washington National · Washington
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At a glance
One of seven lounges in Terminal 2, and the best-rated of them. A riverside views lounge with room to get work done in peace, food and drink worth arriving early for, and coffee made by a person rather than a button. It seats around 200, mixes proper cocktails, and has one shower suite to freshen up in. Hours vary by day (Mon–Fri 5 AM – 9 PM; Sat 5 AM – 7 PM; Sun 5 AM – 9 PM), so check before a very early or late flight. It opened in 2024. A lounge you'd be glad to have time in. Recorded access options include Centurion Lounge. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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How it worksWho gets in
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Cards that get you in: Business Centurion Card, Business Platinum Card, Business Platinum Card (Canada), Carte Platinum (France), Centurion Card, Delta SkyMiles Reserve
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Entry and guest policy
Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders: guests $50 each (children 2-17 $30), or free with $75,000 annual spend. Centurion members: 2 guests free. Same-day ticket required; since July 8, 2026 guests must be on the same flight as the cardmember, and layover entry is allowed up to 5 hours before the connecting departure.
Location & opening hours
Ronald Reagan Washington National · Terminal 2 · Near gate B15
Airside in Terminal 2 on Level 2, just before the entrance to the B gates (near gates B15 to B22); past the south security checkpoint take the escalator up opposite the information desk.
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 5 AM – 9 PM
- Sat 5 AM – 7 PM
- Sun 5 AM – 9 PM
- Local time · America/New York
- Lounge history
Opened 2024
Editorial ratings
13 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.
What a 5 means for each metric
- Seating & comfort
- plenty of comfortable seats, easy to find one
- Quiet
- calm enough to work, read, or nap
- Space
- never feels packed, even at peak
- Food
- real meals, fresh and varied
- Drinks & bar
- good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
- Coffee
- barista-made, not a push-button machine
- Wi-Fi
- fast and reliable for video calls
- Power outlets
- an outlet at every seat
- Workspace
- desks, quiet rooms, phone booths
- Restrooms
- clean, plentiful, well kept
- Cleanliness
- tables bussed fast, nothing sticky
- Staff & service
- attentive, friendly, quick
- Views & light
- tarmac views, natural light
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Quick answers
Who can get into The Centurion Lounge?
The Centurion Lounge lists access through Centurion Lounge. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders: guests $50 each (children 2-17 $30), or free with $75,000 annual spend. Centurion members: 2 guests free. Same-day ticket required; since July 8, 2026 guests must be on the same flight as the cardmember, and layover entry is allowed up to 5 hours before the connecting departure. Lounge Frog last checked this in October 2026.
What are the opening hours of The Centurion Lounge?
The Centurion Lounge is open Mon–Fri 5 AM – 9 PM; Sat 5 AM – 7 PM; Sun 5 AM – 9 PM (local time, America/New York). Lounge Frog last checked this in October 2026.
Where is The Centurion Lounge?
The Centurion Lounge is in Terminal 2 at Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA), near gate B15. Airside in Terminal 2 on Level 2, just before the entrance to the B gates (near gates B15 to B22); past the south security checkpoint take the escalator up opposite the information desk.
Does The Centurion Lounge have showers and a bar?
The Centurion Lounge has 1 shower suite, a cocktail bar and seating for about 200.
How good is The Centurion Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates The Centurion Lounge 4.6 out of 5 overall, the average of 13 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
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6 more at DCA. Entry eligibility varies by lounge.
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Traveller reviews
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- Travels with Tech@travelswithtech.com · Bluesky3/5Sentiment-derived
Mixed opinion · Stars estimated from the post, not assigned by its author.
The Centurion lounge is still one of my top favorite lounges 💺 Finally got a chance to try out the one in DCA ✈️ Great food 🍽️ & drinks ☕ and no line. A little crowded though so I didn't take any photos inside
Read original post ↗ - rgvjetsetter.bsky.social@rgvjetsetter.bsky.social · Bluesky5/5Sentiment-derived
Positive opinion · Stars estimated from the post, not assigned by its author.
The American Express Centurion Lounge at DCA offers excellent amenities, atmosphere, and food, receiving an overall rating of 8.8/10.
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