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The American Express Centurion Lounge at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is a solid retreat for cardholders of the The Platinum Card® from American Express. As expected from an Amex lounge, it offers premium design, a solid buffet, and a comfortable space to relax before your flight. However, it suffers from one main issue: crowding.
Location
The Centurion Lounge is located in LAS’ concourse D. Concourse D is separate from Terminals 1 and 3 at the LAS airport, so you must take a (quick) tram ride from either terminal to get there. (From Terminal 1, after passing through Security Checkpoint D, take the Blue Line train to the D gates. From Terminal 3, after passing through Security Checkpoints D and E, take the Red Line train to the D Gates.) Fortunately, the lounge is centrally located in the concourse, and is across from Gate D1.
Hours
The lounge is open from 5:00 am to 11:30 pm daily.
Access
The Centurion Lounge at LAS serves American Express Platinum and Centurion card holders, as well as Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card Members. Cardholders can enter up to 3 hours before departure on same-day, confirmed boarding pass, or further in advance if they have a connecting flight. The Centurion Lounge is a day of departure lounge only, meaning you will not be admitted if you just landed and have no upcoming flight.
In my case, I used my American Express Platinum card to access the lounge.
Checking In
I arrived at 1:00 PM on a Wednesday, expecting a relatively quiet time—but there was already a line outside with guests waiting to be added to the waitlist. The lounge provides a QR code you can scan to join the waitlist digitally, eliminating the need to stand in line.
I scanned the QR code to join the waitlist and received a text 20 minutes later letting me know I could return for entry (within 10 minutes). The front desk Staff were friendly, professional, and efficient, checking my QR code, ID, and boarding pass for entry. Throughout my time in the lounge, the team remained helpful and nice, adding a pleasant touch to the overall experience.
Line to join waitlist
Centurion Lounge check-in
Impressions Of The Centurion Lounge
Layout/Seating
Walking into the Centurion Lounge LAS, the first thing you’ll notice is the artwork. The walls are decorated with photography of stars in Las Vegas, adding a cool local touch. The lounge also features vintage travel-themed decor, including old-timey suitcases and other nostalgic elements that create a sophisticated yet inviting feel.
Centurion Lounge seating area
There is a large variety of seating options. There are communal long tables with work chairs and ample outlets, perfect for business travelers getting some work done. Tucked-in seating nooks provide a bit of privacy, while plush cushioned chairs with small tables offer a more relaxed setup. Food tables and classic lounging chairs round out the options, making it easy to find a spot that fits your needs—if there’s space available.
Centurion Lounge dining area
Seating options include:
- Communal long tables with work chairs and outlets
- Private nooks for a more secluded feel
- Lounging chairs with small tables
- Food tables for dining
- Bar seating
Centurion Lounge work table
Centurion Lounge decorations
Despite the great layout, the lounge does feel packed. Even mid-day on a Wednesday, it was busy enough that seating choice was limited, and moving through the space felt a bit cramped.
The one area of the lounge that was empty was the Centurion area, limited to only those with the Amex Centaurion card. While I do not have the card, a staff member was nice enough to let me in to take some quick pictures, where I could dream about having access one day.
Amenities
The lounge features a full bar, a buffet with an above-average selection, and a limited view of the runway. While the floor-to-ceiling windows give you a glimpse of airport operations, the positioning of the lounge in the terminal limits the visibility compared to some other premium lounges.
The Centurion Lounge bar
One downside is the restroom. It’s extremely small, with just one urinal and two stalls, and the sink setup is awkwardly tight for multiple guests at once.
Small bathroom
Shower room
I did not get a chance to check out the shower suites, and there may have been a separate bathroom option there.
The Food At The Centurion Lounge LAS: Decent selection and quality
Centurion Lounges are known for offering higher-quality food than most U.S. airport lounges, and LAS delivers a solid lineup. The buffet featured two types of pasta, chicken masala, Thanksgiving-style sweet potatoes, romanesco broccoli, and salad options (both pre-dressed and customizable).
The Centurion Lounge buffet
There was also a section of dessert options, including cookies, blondies, small tarts, and a pudding. While I didn’t have any, they looked good. The lounge did have a selection of fruit that was actually ripe, something that’s surprisingly hard to find in many lounges.
Centurion Lounge food options
Centurion Lounge desserts
On the beverage side, there were plenty of options. If you’re starting your day in the lounge, there is cold brew coffee on tap, a hot coffee machine, with multiple milk options, a large selection of teas, and sweetener/syrup options to accompany any of these drinks.
While I didn’t get a drink from the bar, it looked well stocked and not too crowded if you wanted to stop by for a drink. Like the rest of the lounge, the backdrop was full of nice Centaurian travel-themed decorations.
Centurion Lounge tea and coffee station
Centurion Lounge tea and coffee station
Alongside the buffet, there were a few drink options as well. However, the Coke/Diet Coke fountain was out of service, as was the main water station. Fortunately, a separate water dispenser was available, alongside an unsweetened black tea and a hibiscus agua fresca option.
Agua fresca and cold brew
Out of order drink machines
Overall Rating of the Centurion Lounge at LAS: Solid, but Busy Option for a Lounge at LAS 8/10
The Centurion Lounge LAS delivers Amex’s signature experience, with solid food, premium seating, and a well-designed space. However, high demand means you’ll likely face a waitlist, and once inside, crowding may limit seating availability. Here’s my review breakdown:
- Food Quality & Variety: 7/10
- Cleanliness: 8/10
- Interior Design: 9/10
If you have access, it’s one of the best lounge options in LAS, but don’t expect a quiet, spacious retreat, especially during peak hours.
