The Centurion Lounge London Heathrow Is Now OPEN!

After a lengthy delay (global pandemic reasons) The Centurion Lounge London Heathrow finally opened its doors today! Located in London Heathrow Terminal 3 it is the first Centurion Lounge in Europe and the 3rd one to open this year.

Location

In London Heathrow Terminal 3 after security in the main shopping area look for the Ted Baker shop. Next to it is a doorway, above it a sign for the Centurion Lounge, head down here and take the lift one floor up.

How to access the Centurion Lounge London Heathrow

The lounge is open from 6am to 6pm daily. To access the lounge you need either The Platinum Card, The Business Platinum Card or the Amex Centurion card. Platinum Card Members may enter with up to two guests at no additional charge whilst Centurion Card Members may enter with up to two guests or immediate family (spouse or domestic partner, and children under 18) at no additional charge. If you need extra guests outside of your limits you can purchase a one-day pass for them for $50 USD.

The space/facilities at the Centurion Lounge London Heathrow

The lounge spans over 650 square meters and features a nod to London’s vibrancy and charm as well as local custom-designed elements and unique amenities. There are essentials for business and leisure travelers alike, guests can enjoy dedicated workspaces, power outlets, private phone areas, comfortable seating, wireless mobile charging, high-speed Wi-Fi and access to American Express Member Services Professionals to assist with on-site Card and travel-related services. Some of the lounge’s amenities include…

Curated Global Menu by Michelin-Star Chef Assaf Granit

Chef Assaf Granit of Coal Office in London will serve as the Executive Chef. Chef Assaf Granit’s menu ties back to London’s rich multicultural heritage through signature dishes from his top restaurants across the globe. Dishes include his staple homemade Kubalah bread, fried pita chips with tahini, shakshukit, a beef & lamb dish with confit tomatoes and tahini, and for dessert, an “Oh ‘My Baklava’” olive oil cake with pistachio anglaise and rose water diplomat.

British-Inspired Tea Cart with Hot and Cold Beverage Selections

Celebrating the nation’s tea tradition, the first-ever Centurion Lounge tea cart will host a selection of local hot and cold teas as well as pastries. In the mornings, Card Members can stay energized during their travels with immune booster drinks, mango infused coconut water, peach iced tea and more. The bar will have offerings from legendary mixologist Jim Meehan, whose menu features British cocktails like the Wayne’s Collins, a mashup of the Tom Collins and White Negroni, and non-alcoholic mixtures like the Hare of the Fog, a Negroni riff featuring England’s own Seedlip spirit and Aecorn aperitifs. The lounge will feature global wines sourced from France, Italy, Argentina, and more – exclusively selected by Wine Director Anthony Giglio.

Seasonal Soapsmith Products by Samantha Jameson

The new lounge will host a collection of award-winning, bespoke scented bath and body care products from London-based Soapsmith. Founder Samantha Jameson’s line of six signature scents is inspired by different areas of London and made by a family of highly skilled soapsmiths with local ingredients. The scents will be rotated seasonally in the lounge, starting with “Hackney,” a tribute to the borough where Samantha grew up.

British Art and Design

From a moss wall that nods to London’s famous Hyde Park to a series of architectural pencil artwork by Minty Sainsbury, the lounge interior will transport guests on a journey to discover London through design. The lounge will feature custom furniture sourced from UK-based producers Konk, Naughtone and Deadgood and an art gallery curated by Art Story, including Norman Parkinson’s fashion photography as well as original pieces by Carne Griffiths and Stephen Marshall. Each artwork contains a QR code so Card Members can digitally engage with it and learn more about the piece and artist. The lounge will also feature luxury and modern lighting designs by Lee Broom and Tom Dixon, two of the UK’s leading product designers in lighting design.

Centurion Lounge London Heathrow Conclusion

The Centurion Lounge London Heathrow looks like a great place to rest and relax before a flight. We hope that it doesn’t suffer from some of the issues of other lounges (including overcrowding) but only time will tell! The next time you fly from Heathrow T3 will you be using the Centurion lounge?