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Washington’s National Airport is set to welcome an American Express Centurion Lounge, according to photos indicating that construction is nearly complete and furnishings are in place. Reports suggest an “early August” opening, although exact dates remain tentative. Observers noted that “there’s even art up on the walls” and someone was seen “walking around inside taking a video.”
The Centurion Lounge, which has been over three years in the making, was initially slated for a late 2022 opening. However, it faced delays until progress was reported last fall with an expected early 2024 launch. The lounge will cover 11,500 square feet and offer standard amenities such as food, beverages, and shower suites. It will also feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking airport operations.
The inclusion of showers in the lounge is notable given the legal restrictions limiting flights over 1,250 miles to and from the airport. Additionally, due to the absence of a customs facility at National Airport, international routes are restricted to airports with U.S. immigration preclearance.
