The Centurion Lounge
George Bush Intercontinental · Houston
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At a glance
Houston's Centurion Lounge is airside in Terminal D, reached by the elevator in the Duty Free shop near Gate D12. Terminals connect airside by the Skyway train. Amex lists a locally inspired menu, signature cocktails and workspaces with high-speed Wi-Fi. Amex says construction to expand the lounge is under way, so seating is reduced, waits may be longer and the lounge may close for short periods. Hours are 6 am to 9:30 pm daily.
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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
George Bush Intercontinental · Terminal D · Near gate D12
Airside in Terminal D; take the elevator inside the Duty Free shop near gate D12 down one floor, then follow the art-lined hallway to the lounge. Announced October 8, 2026: American Express plans to expand the lounge from about 8,000 to more than 23,000 square feet, with completion expected in 2028. The expanded lounge is not yet open; specific closure dates have not been confirmed by Houston Airports.
- Opening hours
- 6 AM – 9:30 PM daily
- Local time · America/Chicago
- Lounge history
Opened 2016
Editorial ratings
14 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
- Showers
- clean, available without a long wait
- 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 November 2026.
What are the opening hours of The Centurion Lounge?
The Centurion Lounge is open 6 AM – 9:30 PM daily (local time, America/Chicago). Lounge Frog last checked this in November 2026.
Where is The Centurion Lounge?
The Centurion Lounge is in Terminal D at George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), near gate D12. Airside in Terminal D; take the elevator inside the Duty Free shop near gate D12 down one floor, then follow the art-lined hallway to the lounge. Announced October 8, 2026: American Express plans to expand the lounge from about 8,000 to more than 23,000 square feet, with completion expected in 2028. The expanded lounge is not yet open; specific closure dates have not been confirmed by Houston Airports.
Does The Centurion Lounge have showers and a bar?
The Centurion Lounge has 2 shower suites, a cocktail bar and seating for about 220.
How good is The Centurion Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates The Centurion Lounge 4.6 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
Other lounges in Terminal D
3 more at IAH. Entry eligibility varies by lounge.
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