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I had attempted to visit the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) a few times and every time it was too busy with a long wait to get in. Today, thanks to a delayed flight to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), I was finally able to check it out. This is the second location that Capital One opened in September 2023.
Anthony’s Take: Capital One runs some nice lounges. While I prefer the amazing Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) (review here), this lounge offered a nice menu of individually-sized food portions, a coffee bar, cocktails (with a full bar), private restrooms, and a grab-and-go section of sandwiches, salads, beverages, and snacks.
Access
When you’re in the main terminal, take the elevator one level up to reach the lounge. Access to Capital One Lounges is granted to the following customers at complimentary and discounted rates:
- Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (and any authorized users) enjoy unlimited complimentary access, plus complimentary entry for two guests (entry costs $45 for each additional guest).
- Capital One Venture X Business primary cardholders enjoy unlimited complimentary access, plus complimentary entry for two guests (entry costs $45 for each additional guest).
- Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles for Business cardholders can purchase access for $45 per visit.
- All other Capital One cardholders and non-cardholders can pay $65 per visit.
- Kids under the age of two, accompanied by eligible cardholders, receive complimentary entrance.
- A boarding pass for a departing or connecting, same-day flight, up to three hours before their departure time is required for entry.
You need to present your credit card and same-day boarding pass. Access is allowed only within three hours of departure.
Bar
Like other Capital One Lounges, all cocktails, beer, and wine are complimentary.
A water dispenser and cold brew coffee were also found near the buffet.
Flavored iced teas were in these dispensers.
Capital One also offers a soda fountain with some fun flavors.
A coffee bar near the front of the lounge offers pastries and made-to-order coffees from baristas.
Food
All of the food in the Capital One Lounge is available on a buffet and individually portioned. Lunch/dinner was being served when I visited and menu items included a mix of hot and cold items.
Elote Dip
Meatcrafters Antipasti
Earth Day Flatbread
Chickpea, Artichoke, and Tomato Salad
Korean Inspired Pulled Chicken
Ricotta Meatball with Marinara
Cornbread
Apple Cranberry Lattice Tart
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Tahini Coconut Parfait
A refrigerated case is near the entrance. It’s filled with sandwiches, salads, and beverages that you may take with you. The staff at the front desk can provide a bag.
Condiments
Snacks near the check-in desk
Seating & Décor
The décor is modern with some fun art scattered around the lounge. I liked that there were so many plants as the greenery added a nice touch.
There were multiple seating configurations including tables, comfy chairs, and counters that serve as individual workstations around the lounge.
I liked this piece most.
The decor overall is clean and modern with a good amount of natural light.
The area in the front was totally empty and a great space to work.
Amenities
The Capital One Lounge offers free Wi-Fi, a parents room, private restrooms, and the food and beverages mentioned above.
The private bathrooms were clean and spacious.
Overall Impression:
Capital One is running some of the nicest lounges in the United States. It has a great (limited) menu, bar, and plenty of seating to work and relax. While it might not be filled with amenities, the space is well designed and a pleasure to hang out in before a flight.
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1 comment
Having only been to DFW and IAD Capital One lounges I have to say that IAD is by far my favorite. The modern yet retro design and feel is great and at least when I went it wasn’t nearly as crowded as DFW always is. Also, the location just after PreCheck is super handy.