ATLANTA — American Express is set to open its largest Centurion Lounge at the world's busiest airport, according to a release by the company.
The 26,000 square feet lounge debuts Wednesday at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and travelers will be able to enjoy a locally inspired food menu, grab a specialty whiskey cocktail and stay productive at dedicated workstations.
“The new Centurion Lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will serve travelers in one of the airports our Card Members visit most,” President of American Express Travel Audrey Hendley said. “It features amenities we know travelers enjoy, like outdoor terraces and plenty of space to relax, along with local touches infused throughout the menus and design, that guests will remember long after their trip.”
Art and Design Inspired by Atlanta
Amex’s Centurion Lounges are known for paying homage to their locations, and the new lounge will be no different. The design is inspired by Atlanta's reputation as "the city in the forest." The main seating area showcases a 50-year-old olive tree and a 3,850-square-foot custom light sculpture representing a forest canopy.
Additionally, travelers can enjoy multiple outdoor terraces that are equipped with heaters and fans for use year-round.
The lounge also showcases commissioned artwork from local artists, including a 60-foot mural painted by Evan Blackwell Helgeson that stretches from the interior dining area to the outdoor terrace. Other artwork includes a textural interpretation of Amex’s old watchdog logo by Lucha Rodríguez and a multimedia piece by Michi Meko inspired by Georgia’s landscape.
Soul Food Curated by local Chef
Chef Deborah VanTrece, owner of local Atlanta restaurants Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours, Oreatha’s At The Point and La Panarda, will bring her take on modern, global soul food to the lounge. The menu includes black-eyed pea biryani, za'atar grilled chicken thighs with green tomato chimichurri and twisted soul salad with strawberry peppercorn vinaigrette. The lounge will also have a dedicated food and beverage station with gluten-free and vegan options.
The Centurion Network’s First Whiskey Bar
The Reserve by American Express is the first dedicated whiskey bar in a Centurion Lounge. Guests can choose from over 20 classic and new American whiskeys or try one of the five specialty whiskey cocktails curated by award-winning mixologist Jim Meehan.
Travelers with The Platinum Card from American Express, the Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card and the Centurion Card can access the Centurion Lounge network.
The new Centurion Lounge opens to the public on Feb. 14 and is located in Concourse E near gate E11.
