Capital One Lounge at Denver - Denver, CO

Malavika Kale

The Capital One lounge at the Denver airport is located near gate A34, on the mezzanine floor. The layout of the lounge is concentric-inscribed-rectangular, so a lot of the space is just corridors. Weirdly there’s a lot of open space and yet all the seating is congested.
You joined the waitlist at the bottom of the escalator - we waited about 20 minutes until our turn. Once we took the escalator upstairs to the mezzanine floor, we arrived at the lounge check-in desk. Although we had to wait 20 minutes, the lounge did not look like it was at or near capacity.
The to-go snack options (wraps, sandwiches, parfait, nuts) are located behind the Check-in counter. There’s also a water dispenser and a coffee station next to the check-in counter.
The warm food buffet counters are located along one length of the rectangle, and that area also has the bar and most of the table seating.
Nice cocktail menu that you can order from at the bar. Warm food options were good, especially if you eat vegetarian.
The other length of the rectangle has relaxation pods, which you have to book at the check-in desk. We didn’t have time to use those, but they look pretty nice.
The restrooms were spacious, which was nice but not convenient since it meant there weren’t many restrooms so there was a long queue to wait to use them.

Ahmed

I had a fantastic experience at the CapOne lounge. It was my first time visiting one, and I was thoroughly impressed. The food was fresh and quickly restocked, offering a wide variety of breakfast items and quick lunch options. They also have a convenient grab-and-go area at the front, which is a great idea for those on the go.

The lounge itself has a great view, and the ambiance is quite inviting. The bathrooms are also top-notch, feeling like a five-star hotel. The lounge is spacious and well-maintained, making it a comfortable and enjoyable place to relax.

Jason R

I visited the Capital One Lounge at Denver Airport, and while it had its highlights, there were areas for improvement.

The wait to get in felt excessive, especially considering how quiet the airport was with relatively few passengers. One issue we noticed was large groups being admitted under a single cardholder - a group of 10 people entered ahead of us, showing just one card. CapOne considering a cap on the number of guests allowed per cardholder.

Inside, the noise level was higher than expected, partially due to families with noisy children. While there is a designated parents’, but without enforcement it’s just wasted space . Another frustration was seeing people use empty seats, particularly the premium seats by the windows, to hold their luggage. Hopefully there is a policy against this that staff could enforce.

Positives: The bar service was outstanding, and the cleaning staff did an excellent job maintaining a spotless space. The food offerings were impressive, rivaling those of Centurion lounges, even at Denver. Everything was fresh, and they refreshed the selections often. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly and professional.

Overall, the Capital One Lounge is a solid card benefit, and I appreciate having access. However, if I had to choose and pay out of pocket, the AMEX lounge would still win for its overall experience.

Mike Cortes

The Capital One Lounge at Denver International Airport stands out for its thoughtful design and quality offerings. From the fresh, vibrant salads beautifully presented in glass jars to the warm and inviting atmosphere at the bar, it’s a space that encourages rest and reflection amidst the usual airport rush.

One moment stood out—Marcus, an attentive employee, noticed a father of three entering with his family and realizing the lounge was full. With calm and professionalism, Marcus approached them, letting them know he had already reserved a table for just their group. Such gestures embody the quiet excellence this lounge offers. It’s a place where you can find a little peace before your next flight.

Note: Mondays and Thursdays tend to be the busiest days, with wait times for entry ranging from 20-60 minutes. Plan accordingly, but otherwise, it’s well worth the experience.

Ethan Shoe

Only had enough time to grab stuff from the to-go section, but it was just as nice and stocked as the DFW location. The check-in was quick despite the line, and the food options and quality were good as well. Hope to have the full experience here another time soon.

Edit: came back during the busy Christmas season. Joined the wait-list via the app when I landed and got in almost as soon as I walked up. Despite being at full capacity, we were able to find a table easily and the food was constantly stocked. All the food was delicious, and the bathrooms were large and clean. I've come to expect greatness from the Capital One lounges.

Jeremy Beckman

Going to be blunt, not a great first experience. Waited 85 mins to get in, and was told it was closing 2 hours earlier than advertised. They were pretty much shutting down when we got in a half hour before close. Great concept, but very, very limited capacity relative to demand. Crowded feel. Good beverages, good food that we got, but by far the lowest quality lounge at den.

Tunde Akinkuowo

I recently visited the Capital One Lounge at Denver Airport. There was an initial wait of 20 minutes after checking in, which wasn’t the worst, but I wish it had been advertised that I could check in via the app. As for the food, it was quite disappointing—essentially airplane food. I'm glad I visited so I know I'm not missing much in the future. Most of the food is starchy with no protein options, seemingly catering more to vegetarians. I wouldn’t recommend this lounge except for a cup of coffee or an alcoholic drink while lounging before your flight.

There are easy fixes to improve this experience: increase the variety of food options, especially more protein choices like burger sliders, tenders, etc. Additionally, the space isn't used efficiently. There's a lot of open space that, if utilized properly, could help alleviate the long wait times.

Naomi Pinkston

We absolutely LOVED our experience at the Capitol One Lounge in Denver. We were delayed and spent our layover in the lounge and felt relaxed the whole time. The food was incredible, service was impeccable, all around great experience! I really appreciated the delicious gluten free options as well! Highly recommend!