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The Platinum Card® from American Express reigns supreme when it comes to lounge access — from Centurion Lounges to Priority Pass and beyond. But did you know some cardmembers can also access Eurostar Premier Lounges in London, Paris, and Brussels with their Amex Platinum?
Before you get too excited, there’s a key limitation: This perk is officially limited to UK-issued Amex Platinum cards.
Here’s what to know — including who might still get in and what to expect inside these lounges.
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Which Amex Platinum Cardmembers Get Eurostar Lounge Access?
Unfortunately, not all Amex Platinum Card products are created equal when it comes to Eurostar lounge access. The biggest limitation is that only UK-issued Amex Platinum Card are guaranteed access.
U.S.-issued Amex Platinum cards do not officially come with this benefit. France-issued cards don't seem to be eligible for this benefit either, so it appears to be a UK-exclusive perk.
That said, a few scattered data points suggest that Amex Platinum cards from other Eurostar-served countries might be accepted — and that some U.S. cardholders have gotten in anyway. In practice, it seems to come down to the agent on duty.
Also, only those with the personal version get this benefit, whereas The Business Platinum Card® from American Express does not grant access.
Eurostar Lounge Locations and Guest Rules
Here are the Eurostar lounges available to qualifying Amex Platinum cardmembers:
- London St. Pancras International (also includes Ebbsfleet International)
- Paris Gare du Nord
- Brussels Midi/Zuid
Eligible cardholders don't get guest access. However, additional card members can use their card for entry.
What to Expect From Eurostar Lounges
While Eurostar lounges aren't in the same league as Centurion Lounges, they do offer a quiet space and some light refreshments.
The lounge in Paris Gare du Nord is a commendable spot to hang out, especially since the station itself lacks decent amenities. The Brussels lounge is quite small, but it still offers a quiet spot to unwind after clearing security and passport control. The London St. Pancras lounge is by far the best of the three since it's spacious, more comfortable, and offers better food and drink than the others.
Final Thoughts
If you're based in the U.K. and have a personal Amex Platinum, Eurostar lounge access is a nice bonus — especially when London’s departure area is packed.
U.S. cardholders should remember that this perk likely won’t apply, even if your card gets you into airport lounges worldwide. Still, it might be worth a friendly attempt at the door. Just don’t plan your Eurostar journey around lounge access unless you hold the right card.
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