Capital One looks to be expanding its future airport lounge network with the addition of a new lounge coming to Denver International Airport (DEN), opening in 2022.
This will be in addition to lounges at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) airport, opening this fall, and Dulles International Airport (IAD), opening in mid 2022.
As more details come out about these new airport lounges, I’m starting to get more excited about them. Based on the features, they really look like they are going to offer a true premium lounge experience, perhaps on par with Centurion Lounges.
If they can execute the service aspect, there may be some real competition, especially since it looks like Capital One is going to be expanding their lounge network at a good pace.
The only negative I have about the lounges is that the renderings don’t look that different from what you see in other lounges, but I will hold out judgment until we see some actual images of the real life facilities.
The new lounge in Denver is going to operate in partnership with Plaza Premium Group, will be approximately 11,200 square feet, and will be located in Concourse A on the mezzanine level.
Capital One stated that they are going to offer a premium in-lounge food and beverage experience, including delicious, health-conscious eating options that are served plated as small bites, a handcrafted beverage menu and an industry-leading, dedicated grab & go section.
Here are some of the highlights of the lounge:
- A ready-to-eat food station will feature freshly curated grab & go snacks including artisanal nut mixes, fresh fruits, juice shots and rotating warm selections like breakfast sandwiches in the mornings or fresh-from-the-oven cookies in the afternoons.
- Unique beverage options include a fully stocked bar with craft cocktails on tap, local beers and regional wines
- A full-service coffee and espresso bar featuring La Colombe cold brew on tap at select locations, and a custom six-tap system featuring artisanal sodas and flavored waters.
- Capital One partnered with creative agency Other Side of the Brain to create an original soundscape for the Lounge that provides travelers with an enriching, memorable and transformative experience as soon as they step foot into the space:
- Relaxation rooms with eye covers, blankets and other luxury amenities to help you recharge away from the crowds
- Shower suites with complimentary towels and hotel-inspired custom toiletries
- Ample, quiet working space, including private meeting rooms, with individual power outlets at every seat, a flight status display to keep you on schedule and complimentary high-speed WiFi
- Kid-sized tables and chairs for families
- A private nursing room for parents to tend to little ones
- Secure lockers with plenty of room for carry-on luggage and personal items
Capital One also released some details of the new DFW lounge.
Amenities in the DFW lounge include:
- The Capital One Lounge at DFW features more than 55 pieces of original artwork by local artists from the region.
- A cycling and yoga room with Peloton Bikes, resistance bands, and all of your yoga needs
- Relaxation rooms with eye covers, blankets and other luxury amenities to help you recharge away from the crowds
- A shower suite with complimentary towels and hotel-inspired custom toiletries
- Ample, quiet working space with individual power outlets at every seat, a flight status display to keep you on schedule and complimentary high-speed WiFi
- Kid-sized tables and chairs for families
- A private nursing room for parents to tend to little ones
- Secure lockers with plenty of room for carry-on luggage and personal items
- Multi-faith rooms offering a private space for travelers to pray, meditate or reflect
Final word
Looking at all of these amenities makes me think Capital One is pretty serious about competing with American Express. We still don’t have details on admission policies and prices which I think is the major question mark with these lounges.
A lot of people think a premium credit card from Capital One is on the way, which would be very exciting.
With crowding becoming so much of an issue at many Centurion Lounges, having a similar competitor enter the market will only be a good thing for travelers.
Daniel Gillaspia is the Founder of UponArriving.com and the credit card app, WalletFlo. He is a former attorney turned travel expert covering destinations along with TSA, airline, and hotel policies. Since 2014, his content has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, and CNBC. Read my bio.
