Centurion Lounge Los Angeles Review: Is It Worth It?

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated August 2026

The short answer: The Centurion Lounge Los Angeles is in the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles (LAX). a wine-tasting area and coworking spaces. 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	Los Angeles (LAX)
Location	the Tom Bradley International Terminal
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 Los Angeles sits in the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles (LAX). 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 Centurion Lounge in LAX’s international terminal, geared toward long-haul travelers. Notable features include a wine-tasting area, coworking spaces, a full bar, and chef-designed dining.

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. A wine-tasting area leans into California’s wine culture, a nice pre-flight touch.

The verdict

In the Tom Bradley International Terminal, a quality lounge with a wine-tasting area is a real amenity before a long-haul flight. It gets busy, and note it does not help if you are flying domestically from another LAX terminal, but it is a strong option there.

The bottom line

Located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Standout: a wine-tasting area and coworking spaces.
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?

The Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT). Confirm your departure terminal, as it serves TBIT.

Is it worth visiting?

Yes if you are flying from the international terminal, thanks to the wine-tasting area and solid food, though it does not cover LAX’s domestic terminals.