Centurion Lounge Denver Review: Is It Worth It?

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated August 2026

The short answer: The Centurion Lounge Denver is in Concourse C, on the mezzanine near gate C46 at Denver (DEN). a craft beer bar, a game room, and a staffed live-cooking station. You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

Here is an honest, on-the-ground look at what the space is actually like, what you will eat and drink, how crowded it tends to get, and exactly which cards open the door.

At a glance

Airport	Denver (DEN)
Location	Concourse C, on the mezzanine near gate C46
Gets you in	Amex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply

Where it is and how to get in

The Centurion Lounge Denver sits in Concourse C, on the mezzanine near gate C46 at Denver (DEN). You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

The space and amenities

A lively Centurion Lounge on the Concourse C mezzanine with more interactive food-and-drink features than most. Notable features include a craft beer bar, a game room, a staffed cooking station, and a full bar.

Food and drinks

Like every Centurion Lounge, the food is the headline: a seasonal, chef-designed hot-and-cold menu paired with a full complimentary bar of craft cocktails, wine, and beer, widely considered some of the best free food in any U.S. airport. Denver adds a craft beer bar and a staffed live-cooking station, giving the food more theater than the typical Centurion spread.

The verdict

The craft beer bar and cooking station make Denver one of the more distinctive Centurion Lounges, and Concourse C serves a lot of traffic. It is popular and can wait-list at peak, but the amenities are worth the effort. A highlight in DEN.

The bottom line

Located in Concourse C, on the mezzanine near gate C46.
Standout: a craft beer bar, a game room, and a staffed live-cooking station.
Access: Amex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get into this Centurion Lounge?

Show a same-day boarding pass on any airline plus an eligible Amex: the Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Card. Guests are no longer complimentary for most cardholders unless you spend $75,000 a year, and otherwise cost $50 each (children under 18 free).

Where is it located?

Concourse C, on the mezzanine near gate C46.

Is it worth visiting?

Yes. The craft beer bar and live cooking station make it stand out, though it draws crowds at peak times.