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Amex Centurion Lounge JFK: Still the Gold Standard?

We visited the renovated Centurion Lounge at JFK Terminal 4. Here's what's changed and whether it's still worth arriving early for.

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Amex Centurion Lounge JFK
8

Overall Score

out of 10

Rating Breakdown

value
7.5
location
8
service
8.5
cleanliness
9
food
8.5
amenities
8

Pros

  • +Excellent food and cocktails included
  • +Shower suites available
  • +Recent renovation added more seating

Cons

  • Can get crowded during peak hours
  • Guest access now costs $50 per person

Verdict

The Centurion Lounge at JFK remains one of the best domestic lounges. The food alone justifies arriving early.

The Centurion Lounge at JFK's Terminal 4 recently underwent a major renovation, nearly doubling its footprint. But with the new guest access fees and growing crowds, is it still the premium experience it once was?