Centurion Lounge Washington DCA Review: Is It Worth It?

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated August 2026

The short answer: The Centurion Lounge Washington DCA is in the main National Hall near Terminal B, after security at Washington Reagan National (DCA). a long row of window seating with runway views. 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	Washington Reagan National (DCA)
Location	the main National Hall near Terminal B, after security
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 Washington DCA sits in the main National Hall near Terminal B, after security at Washington Reagan National (DCA). 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 Reagan National’s striking National Hall, with a wall of windows onto the airfield. Notable features include window-side seating with runway views, a full bar, chef-designed dining, and workspaces.

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. The window-lined seating is a pleasant place to watch the ramp before a flight.

The verdict

Reagan National is tight on lounge space, so a Centurion Lounge here is a real asset, and the window seating is a nice touch. It can get crowded given DCA’s heavy business travel, so go early. A strong option in a lounge-scarce airport.

The bottom line

Located in the main National Hall near Terminal B, after security.
Standout: a long row of window seating with runway views.
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 main National Hall near Terminal B, after security.

Is it worth visiting?

Yes. Lounge space is scarce at Reagan National, and this one is comfortable with good food and runway views, though it fills at peak.