Dec 8, 2014, 12:26 am
Last edit by: Infinite1K
FAQ
Q: Where is the lounge?
A: Terminal 3, F concourse, right by Gate F2 (formerly gate 75) and the F-1 security checkpoint (that has PreCheck, sometimes).
Q: Can I visit there if I'm departing from another terminal?
A: Absolutely. Security at SFO will let passengers departing from any concourse at SFO go through security in any concourse, even ones that aren't connected behind security. At the moment, Terminal 3 concourses E and F, and International Terminal concourse G are connected airside to the Centurion lounge. Some other concourses are connected to each other airside, but not to the point that you can walk airside to the Centurion. However, with a PreCheck security lane right next to the entrance to the lounge, it can be quite easy to clear security twice if necessary.
Q: Can I visit if I'm arriving at SFO?
A: It depends. If you're arriving in the aforementioned concourses E, F, or G, then yes, but only if you have a connecting flight. If you're arriving in one of the other concourses, then security at SFO won't let you clear into E, F, or G without a boarding pass departing SFO that day. If you're arriving internationally, again, you'd need a same-day SFO departing boarding pass to clear security.
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Q: Where is the lounge?
A: Terminal 3, F concourse, right by Gate F2 (formerly gate 75) and the F-1 security checkpoint (that has PreCheck, sometimes).
Q: Can I visit there if I'm departing from another terminal?
A: Absolutely. Security at SFO will let passengers departing from any concourse at SFO go through security in any concourse, even ones that aren't connected behind security. At the moment, Terminal 3 concourses E and F, and International Terminal concourse G are connected airside to the Centurion lounge. Some other concourses are connected to each other airside, but not to the point that you can walk airside to the Centurion. However, with a PreCheck security lane right next to the entrance to the lounge, it can be quite easy to clear security twice if necessary.
Q: Can I visit if I'm arriving at SFO?
A: It depends. If you're arriving in the aforementioned concourses E, F, or G, then yes, but only if you have a connecting flight. If you're arriving in one of the other concourses, then security at SFO won't let you clear into E, F, or G without a boarding pass departing SFO that day. If you're arriving internationally, again, you'd need a same-day SFO departing boarding pass to clear security.
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Centurion Lounge SFO [Opened 6 November 2014] (2013 - 2021)
Aug 27, 2018, 9:00 am
#1081
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Access to The Centurion Lounge is complimentary for global Platinum Card® and Centurion® Members. To access The Centurion Lounge, the Card Member must present The Centurion Lounge agent with the following upon each visit: his or her valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier and a government-issued I.D- name on card must match government-issued I.D.
Note: The Centurion Lounge is a Day of Departure lounge requiring confirmed travel plans. Passengers holding standby tickets and non-revenue standby passengers, including airline or industry employees traveling on discounted tickets, are not eligible to utilize the lounge unless they have received a boarding pass showing a confirmed seat or zone assignment for the flight for which they are on standby.
Note: The Centurion Lounge is a Day of Departure lounge requiring confirmed travel plans. Passengers holding standby tickets and non-revenue standby passengers, including airline or industry employees traveling on discounted tickets, are not eligible to utilize the lounge unless they have received a boarding pass showing a confirmed seat or zone assignment for the flight for which they are on standby.
Aug 27, 2018, 9:23 am
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Aug 27, 2018, 12:31 pm
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Aug 27, 2018, 8:51 pm
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Aug 27, 2018, 10:35 pm
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Aug 28, 2018, 12:36 am
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Visited the lounge most recently today. Very crowded, but I was impressed with three things:
1. Four staff members at the desk when I arrived. Wow!
2. One of the F&B attendants, an Asian woman, was great: She found us a table, cleaned it, brought us beverages, and really made us feel welcome.
3, My wife remarked that the lounge food was as good as some some of the international lounges we have visited. N.B.: I think she must have been tired and hungry, because while nice, the Centurion cannot compete with lots of lounges that we have visited in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
1. Four staff members at the desk when I arrived. Wow!
2. One of the F&B attendants, an Asian woman, was great: She found us a table, cleaned it, brought us beverages, and really made us feel welcome.
3, My wife remarked that the lounge food was as good as some some of the international lounges we have visited. N.B.: I think she must have been tired and hungry, because while nice, the Centurion cannot compete with lots of lounges that we have visited in Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Aug 28, 2018, 1:36 am
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Was at the SFO CL ~11:00am, 8/27/2018
Lounge was crowded, as no empty tables were evident. But there wasn't a mass of people standing around all over the place. It did clear up a bit about half hour later.
The roasted chicken was seasoned pretty well, the fingerling potatoes were huge, and the coffee machine was fully operational. The macchiato was very strong for some reason. Additional offerings included salad, soup, and a berry topped panna cotta.
Lounge was crowded, as no empty tables were evident. But there wasn't a mass of people standing around all over the place. It did clear up a bit about half hour later.
The roasted chicken was seasoned pretty well, the fingerling potatoes were huge, and the coffee machine was fully operational. The macchiato was very strong for some reason. Additional offerings included salad, soup, and a berry topped panna cotta.
Aug 28, 2018, 4:07 pm
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Arrived at the lounge at 2:40PM. While I would estimate about 90% of the tables are occupied, the place does not “feel” full. Very few people wandering around and almost no young children. Customers seem exceptionally well-behaved and quiet. This is how a lounge should feel.
Food seems to be the exact same as previous post had yesterday: chicken, fingerling potatoes, bean ragout, collard greens, vanilla panna cotta with berries on top, chocolate chip cookies. No line at the bar to get my Cokes. Coffee machine is fully-functional.
Food seems to be the exact same as previous post had yesterday: chicken, fingerling potatoes, bean ragout, collard greens, vanilla panna cotta with berries on top, chocolate chip cookies. No line at the bar to get my Cokes. Coffee machine is fully-functional.
Sep 12, 2018, 4:38 pm
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Funny anecdote from yesterday's visit... I didn't bring my Plat card as I typically don't carry it and I didn't prepare my wallet for this last minute trip. So the front desk agent tries to look up my account... After a couple of minutes of silently mousing around her computer, I ask if there is a problem... She said, no, but I've opened and closed **SO MANY ACCOUNTS** and she has to look at each one until she finds a current platinum card that hasn't closed So to you churners out there, better just bring your card if you want to get in quick!
So to you churners out there, better just bring your card if you want to get in quick!
Sep 14, 2018, 6:28 pm
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Gary from VFTW is reporting there is signage outside the SFO location limiting access to departing passangers only and no more than 3 hours before your flight.
https://viewfromthewing.boardingarea...before-flight/
I don't typically show up that early but this would not be ideal for people on delayed flights. However, I would frequently use the lounge quickly on arrival for a bite to eat or a shower. In recent months though I've just stopped going due to crowding. We'll see if this works.
https://viewfromthewing.boardingarea...before-flight/
I don't typically show up that early but this would not be ideal for people on delayed flights. However, I would frequently use the lounge quickly on arrival for a bite to eat or a shower. In recent months though I've just stopped going due to crowding. We'll see if this works.
Sep 14, 2018, 7:16 pm
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While the rule change is annoying I hope it does help with the crowding.
Sep 14, 2018, 7:57 pm
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The sign says: Due to high traffic in our lounge at this time... That's not the way I would write the notice if this policy were always in effect.
Sep 14, 2018, 8:26 pm
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Didn't notice that. I know AMEX was doing that as needed. I read Garys post as it's a new permanent rule. I guess we'll see how things play out.
Sep 15, 2018, 3:38 am
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I'm curious whether it's an all-the-time policy or just during high traffic periods. I'm considering taking a redeye back from HNL this week and availability of shower in Centurion lounge would impact my decision. I'm pretty sure crowding is not a problem at 5 a.m.
Sep 15, 2018, 5:34 am
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Bear in mind that there's only one shower, so if someone beat you to the slot you'll have to wait until they're done and they clean it over