If you've got the American Express Platinum Card® in your wallet, the world – er, lounge world – is your oyster at Phoenix (PHX) airport. With the new Amex Centurion Lounge, Escape Lounge, and even Delta Sky Club® Phoenix to choose from, it can be hard to pick.
But, who says you can only go to one?
If you're flying Delta out of Terminal 3, then your best bet is heading to the Sky Club. The Centurion Lounge and Escape Lounge are both located in Terminal 4, and taking the Sky Train to go through security again can be a bit of a hassle.
Here's what you need to know about getting into – and enjoying – the Delta Sky Club in Phoenix Airport.
The Lounge and Amenities
With the brand new Amex Centurion Lounge and Escape Lounge to compete against, the Sky Club has a lot to live up to. And it did.
As you walk into the lounge, peaceful music is playing, and comfortable, stylish leather chairs flank the left side of the entrance. As I entered, I was greeted by one of the Sky Club staff, welcoming me to the lounge and asking me if I needed anything.
If you turn back to look at the entrance, you'll notice a quiet, secluded room with more seating.
This area gives off a cozy and polished vibe, great for folks looking to relax and recharge. Between the leather seats is an island table for both to rest food and drink on. All seats have access to charging ports.
Once past the rows of brown leather chairs, you'll see a spacious, more casual main room with plenty of seats for dining. There are movable chairs and tables for pairs, and sofa benches great for groups of four or more.
Look to your left, and you'll see the restroom doors and the bar at the far end.
The bar seating is ample and provides options for solo and group travelers. You can find TVs and newspapers in the bar area.
The bathrooms are elegant and clean, and they were well-maintained during my visit.
To the far right of the main seating area, you'll find the food bar.
This area is equipped with all you'll need to fuel up before your flight.
Additional dining-style seating is available in both the bar area and self-service food area. I visited on a Sunday evening, and the Sky Club was nowhere near capacity. There were plenty of seats to choose from.
As I sat down with plate in hand, one of the friendly staff came around to check on me and ask if I wanted anything else, or if he could bring me any other beverage. Once I had finished my plate, the staff quickly cleared it and asked if they could bring me anything further. Unlike other, larger Sky Clubs, the service was truly exceptional during my stay.
Food and Drink
Alright, back to the most important topic: the food. The self-service food bar in the Delta Sky Club Phoenix was great – at least for a Sky Club.
They hosted quite the spread of appetizers, healthy snacks, entree and side dishes, and a few warm hearty options to satisfy any traveler. While it pales in comparison to upper-tier lounge dining you'll find at American Express Centurion Lounges or United Polaris Lounges, it was still a step above your average Sky Club fare.
On this night, I sampled the veggie and dip platter…
…scoped out the antipasti cold dishes…
…picked up some grapes and cheese (and a rice krispie treat, of course!)…
Checked out the salads, and appreciated the jackfruit option – with a fun sign about jackfruit, its origin, and its flavor profile.
Hot dishes were somewhat limited, but quite good. Pasta was available but I went for a bowl of the tomato bisque – and it was fabulous.
In the food area, you can also find non-alcoholic beverages. Coffee, tea, and an espresso machine are to the right of the food bar:
And water, iced tea, and soda are on the far left.
As for alcoholic beverages, the bar offers beer, wine, most major brands of spirits, and some specialty cocktails as well. It's all complimentary.
Bottom Line
The Delta Sky Club Phoenix absolutely holds its own in comparison to its neighbors over in Terminal 4. And the same rings true for Sky Clubs across the country – and then some.
The decor and seating are superb, truly a leap above most Delta Sky Clubs. It's in a calm and relaxing atmosphere, with a good spread of snacks and truly exceptional service to boot.
