In this Amsterdam Schiphol airport lounges guide we will review every single lounge available at the airport – from airline and alliance lounges to independent paid-for entry lounges.
Amsterdam Schiphol (IATA code: AMS, ICAO code: EHAM) is located in the Netherlands and is a major European airport hub. It is located about 12km south-west of Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Schiphol Lounges – Quick Summary
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We will look at all airport lounges plus all shower facilities at Amsterdam Schiphol.
The access rules for each Schiphol lounge is explained. Lounges are marked by airline/alliance and whether entry is possible by payment, via the Priority Pass or DragonPass annual lounge access programs or directly by American Express Platinum or Centurion cards.
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Note that Schiphol has a slightly confusing number notation system when it comes to lounges. “Lounge 1/2/3/4” actually refers to each of the 4 main public departure lounge areas.
The airline lounges have a dedicated (and seemingly random) number assigned to them – such as 25, 26, 40, 41 and 52!
These are the airport lounges at Amsterdam Schiphol:
- Aspire Lounge 26 Schengen [Book]
- Aspire Lounge 41 non-Schengen [Book]
- Oneworld Lounge Amsterdam
- KLM Intercontinental Crown Lounge 52
- KLM Crown Lounge 25
- Privium ClubLounge Departures
- Privium ClubLounge West
- Privium ExpressLounge
- Star Alliance Schengen Lounge
- American Express Centurion Lounge
- Schiphol VIP
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Lounges List
Aspire Lounge 26 (Schengen)
PAIDPPDP – Swissport runs 2 ‘Aspire’ branded lounges at Amsterdam Schiphol – one for Schengen departures, the other for non-Schengen.Aspire Lounge 26 (Schengen departures) is on the upper level between Lounges 1 and 2, near the D gates.
It has an array of lounge seating including sofa/armchairs, private booth seats and cafe table seats. There is a self-service bar and buffet with light snacks, a business area and free WiFi. Note, there are currently no shower facilities.
Windows give a view of the rear of Schiphol’s panorama deck.
Paid entry is around €40 for a 3 hour stay. Free access is given to Priority Pass and DragonPass holders, subject to capacity. You may need to join a ‘virtual queue’ if it is busy.
Book the Aspire 26 Lounge here with LoungePair which offers flexible entry passes with no set date/time and guaranteed usage terms.
Note, Easyjet passengers to Schengen destinations cannot use this lounge.
Open daily 06:00-21:00
Aspire Lounge 41
PAIDPPDP – Swissport runs 2 ‘Aspire’ branded lounges at Amsterdam Schiphol – one for Schengen departures, the other for non-Schengen.The Aspire Lounge 41 (non-Schengen departures) is a 625m² lounge seating 180 guests. Aspire 41 was reopened in February 2024 following a major refurbishment.
A narrow entrance corridor leads to a rectangular open lounge space with some partitioned areas. There are various seating options including armchairs, cafe-style table seats and private booths.
There is a bar and buffet station (mainly cold options), European power outlets, free WiFi and flight info screens. There are 2 shower suites available though these are charged extra for use (€20).
Large windows afford good views of the apron and runway.
Paid entry is around €40 for a 3 hour stay. Free access is given to Priority Pass and DragonPass holders, subject to capacity. You may need to join a ‘virtual queue’ if it is busy.
Entrance is given to elite or business/first class passengers of: Aer Lingus/Air Astana/Air Baltic/Air Lituanica/Air Malta/Air Serbia/Bulgaria Air/Croatia Airlines/Egyptair/El Al/Emirates/Estonian Air/Etihad/EVA Air/Flybe/Garuda/Icelandair/Iran Air/Singapore Airlines/Surinam Airways/TUI fly/Turkish Airlines/Ukraine International/United Airlines.
Star Alliance has its own lounge in the Schengen departures area (see below). However, the Star Alliance airlines for non-Schengen departures use Aspire Lounge 41. Singapore Airlines has its own partitioned area in Aspire 41.
Book the Aspire 41 Lounge here with LoungePair who offer flexible entry passes with no set date/time and guaranteed usage terms.
It is found on the 3rd floor of the Lounge 2 departure area near the D and E Gates and shares an entrance reception with the Oneworld lounge.
Open daily 06:00-22:00
Oneworld Lounge Amsterdam
ONEWORLD – Adjacent to the Aspire lounge is the Oneworld Lounge. This was opened in February 2024 and is only the second Oneworld alliance-branded lounge to open worldwide (after Seoul).The Oneworld lounge is operated by Swissport and as mentioned it shares a reception desk with the Aspire lounge.
The compact 473m² lounge can seat 118 guests and took the space of the former British Airways Amsterdam Lounge. It was designed by local Dutch architecture firm D/DOCK.
You enter the lounge through an archway and arrive at an island bar which serves barista coffee and drinks including champagne. To the right at the back is the buffet area – food is the same as that served in the Aspire lounge.
There are an array of designer seats around with good views of the apron. The lounge also features a work table, 2 private sound-proof office booths and shower facilities.
The Oneworld lounge is open daily 05:30-22:00.
It is located on the 3rd floor of the Lounge 2 departure area near the D and E Gates. Follow the signs to “Lounge 40”.
How To Access Amsterdam Oneworld Lounge:
- American Airlines/British Airways/Cathay Pacific/Finnair/Iberia/Qatar Airways/Royal Air Maroc/Royal Jordanian business or first class passengers.
- Do note that Oneworld members Finnair and Iberia operate from the Schengen departures part of the airport – eligible passengers are directed to the Aspire 26 lounge.
- Oneworld elite passengers (Emerald & Sapphire equivalent)
KLM Intercontinental Crown Lounge 52 & KLM Crown Lounge 25
SKYTEAM – KLM has 2 large flagship lounges at Amsterdam Schiphol airport.
KLM Intercontinental Crown Lounge 52 (non-Schengen) is the renovated 6,800m² lounge facility which can seat 1,500 passengers over 2 levels. It is located on the upper floor of Lounge 3 near the F gates, accessible by an escalator or lift.
Facilities include zones set up for work, relaxation, food & drink and entertainment. There are 20 free shower suites, 20 sleeping cabins for hire (3/5 hours, charge €50/€75) and an outside terrace on the top floor.
There is a paid bar (Blue by KLM) on the upper level which has a premium selection of drinks and bites. It is open 07:00-17:00.
In terms of styling and seating the lounge has significantly improved. However, it is still very busy in the mornings and evenings so try to visit in mid-afternoon to avoid the rush.
KLM Crown Lounge 25 (Schengen) is a 2,400m² lounge space on the upper level between Lounge 1 and 2, near the D gates. It offers comfy seating, food and drink buffet, business area and 4 shower suites.
The KLM Crown lounges at Amsterdam are open daily 04:45-22:00.
How To Access Amsterdam KLM Crown Lounges:
- Air France/KLM/Delta/Skyteam business and first class passengers. Note, any arrival passengers technically need a ‘same-day’ ticket.
- Flying Blue Platinum/Gold and SkyTeam Elite Plus on Skyteam operated flight (+1 guest); Flying Blue Silver on payment of a fee (no guests).
- Flying Blue Ultimate (+ up to 8 guests)
- KLM Economy passengers can be offered a paid access option which costs €60 (Lounge 25) and €75 (Lounge 52), Book through the KLM app or ‘My Trip’ on KLM.com, self-service machines or at the lounge entrance.
- Delta SkyClub member on Skyteam flight. For more info on airline club memberships see our ultimate lounge access guide.
Skyteam airlines are Aeromexico/Air Europa/China Airlines/China Eastern/Czech Airlines/Delta Air Lines/Garuda/Kenya Airways/Korean Air/Saudia/TAROM/Xiamen Air. Other KLM partner airlines are China Southern Airlines,/Etihad/Georgian Airways/GOL/Qantas.
Privium ClubLounge Departures / ClubLounge West / ExpressLounge
PAIDPRIVIUM – Privium is a membership card program run by Schiphol airport which allows members to cross the Dutch border control using an iris scan machine. It has 3 lounge facilities.
The stylish Privium ClubLounge Departures is a 600m² facility located before security between Departure Halls 1 and 2 near check-in desk row 9. It offers drinks, light meals, comfortable seating and an office area. There are no shower facilities and no windows.
The lounge is open 05:30-21:00 daily.
The Privium ClubLounge West opened in 2021 following a renovation and expansion. It is located after security in the non-Schengen departures area on Holland Boulevard at pier E near Dutch Bar & Kitchen.
The lounge has a “Northern Lights” design theme and has individual workstations, extensive food/drink buffet-bar, shower and hand spa.
Opening hours are 05:30-21:00 daily.
Privium ExpressLounge is the third Privium lounge facility. It is found after security at Lounge 1 (second floor) near the start of the D pier (Schengen area). It has its own roof terrace which is accessible during good weather.
The lounge is open daily 05:30-21:00.
How to access Privium Lounges:
- Privium lounges are now open to non-members who pay for entry. Costs are €45-€65 for a lounge voucher.
- Privium membership is open to nationals from the European Union plus Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Norway or Iceland. UK passport holders cannot apply.
- Privium Plus membership costs €320 per year and gives access to the Privium Lounges. A Privium Plus partner card is €185 per year whilst guest vouchers are €40 per person.
- Privium lounges can be used for departures and arrivals.
- Note, children under 12 are not permitted to enter the Privium lounges.
Star Alliance Amsterdam Schengen Lounge
STAR ALLIANCE – This Star Alliance-branded lounge was opened in 2019 and is operated by Swissport. The lounge is located in the European Schengen departures area.
The lounge has an elegant, contemporary feel and seats 150 guests. Facilities includes dining area (with hot/cold buffet options), wine bar and draught beer, business area with individual work booths, luggage storage area, newspapers/magazines and a relaxation area. There are no shower facilities.
How to access Star Alliance Schengen Lounge in Amsterdam:
- Star Alliance first and business class passengers. Star Alliance airlines at Amsterdam departing to Schengen Area destinations are Aegean Airlines, Austrian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, SAS, Swiss and TAP Air Portugal.
- Star Alliance Gold members (+1 guest) departing on a Star Alliance flight.
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Club (Worldwide membership) and United Club members.
- Paid entry (3 hours access) for Star Alliance economy passengers is possible for €50, with a small discount given to Star Alliance frequent flyer members.
Flying to a destination outside the Schengen Area with one of the other Star Alliance airlines?
You can still use this lounge but would need to go through passport control to enter the non-Schengen departures area of the airport. It is recommended to allow more time than usual if you wish to visit this lounge instead of the Aspire Lounge 41.
The Star Alliance lounge is located on the upper level in Departures 2 (Schengen) adjacent to Aspire Lounge 26.
It is open 05:30-21:00 daily.
American Express Centurion Lounge Amsterdam
AMEX – American Express is due to open a Centurion Lounge facility at Amsterdam Schiphol sometime in 2026.
The lounge will be around 550m² in size and will feature premium dining, a signature bar, workstations, comfy seats and free WiFi.
The lounge will be located between the E and F piers.
Schiphol VIP Service Lounges
PAID – Amsterdam Schiphol airport offers a tailored service for VIP groups of up to 20 passengers. This includes separate security, baggage check-in and transfer to aircraft by luxury vehicle.Access is granted to one of 7 private lounges at the Schiphol VIP Centre. This is located at Arrivals 4, beyond Starbucks towards the Excellence Parking.
The contemporary styled lounges were designed by Marcel Wanders and offer high quality food and drinks with an attentive service.
How to access the VIP Centre Schiphol:
Access is available to any passengers – departing, transferring or arriving who opt to pay for the service.
Costs for departing/arriving passengers in 2025 it is €585 (1st passenger) plus €360 (per additional passenger). In 2026 it is €615 (1st passenger) plus €380 (per additional passenger).
For transfer passengers in 2025 it is €785 (1st passenger) plus €530 (per additional passenger). In 2026 it is €825 (1st passenger) plus €560 (per additional passenger).
All rates exclude 21% Dutch VAT.
Showers at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (2026)
If you are looking to freshen up and take a shower whilst at Amsterdam Schiphol, there are the following possibilities:
- Lounges: KLM Crown lounges, Oneworld Lounge, Aspire Lounge 41, Privium ClubLounge West (you need to have access).
- Free showers at the EF Filter on the 2nd floor of Lounge 2-3. Open 24 hours but bring your own toiletries and towel.
- Mercure Hotel Schiphol Terminal, located at Lounge 3 (upper level) near the F gates (non-Schengen departures) and opposite the KLM intercontinental Crown lounge. It charges €22.50 for a shower including towels and soap. Alternatively book a room at the Mercure. Open 24 hours.
- YOTELAIR Schiphol (Lounge 2 near D gates) – YOTELAIR has 2 shower cabins available for walk-in passengers. It charges €17.50 for 1-hour single use or €22.50 for double use – this includes towel and shower gel/shampoo. Alternatively, book a YOTELAIR room which all have monsoon showers.
- Sheraton Hotel, a short walk across from the Schiphol arrivals hall/train station. A Fitness & Spa day pass costs €39 (10 entry card €175) – this includes access to a gym, sauna, rainforest showers, steam room and wellness area. Buy at the hotel reception. A good option for arriving passengers. Alternatively book a room at the Sheraton.
- Book a room at the CitizenM hotel, about 5 minutes walk from the arrivals hall/train station.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Lounges Summary
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Lounges By Numbers: 9 Amsterdam airport lounges 8 airside lounges 5 open access lounges 2 airline lounge 2 alliance lounges 2 Priority Pass lounges 2 DragonPass lounges 0 arrivals lounges (though Privium lounges are available for members arriving at AMS)
See the official Schiphol site for terminal maps.
Which Amsterdam airport lounges can be accessed with Priority Pass?
2 lounges – Aspire 41 (non-Schengen) and Aspire 26 (Schengen).
Priority Pass also offers cardholders a complimentary 20 minute massage chair treatment at XpressSpa.
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There are a some credit cards in the Netherlands which also offer complimentary Priority Pass memberships.
Which Amsterdam airport lounges can be accessed with DragonPass?
2 lounges – Aspire 41 (non-Schengen) and Aspire 26 (Schengen).
Is there an American Express Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol airport?
American Express is set to open a Centurion lounge at Amsterdam in 2026.
Amex Platinum card holders currently get Privium membership included so can access the Privium lounges. They can also access the Aspire lounges via their included Priority Pass membership.
In addition, American Express Gold and Platinum card holders from the Netherlands get a ‘Loungebox on the Go’ packaged meal at the GRAB&FLY outlets.
Which Amsterdam Schiphol airport lounges allow access for Star Alliance Gold members?
Star Alliance Gold members at Amsterdam get access to the Star Alliance lounge for Schengen flights and Aspire 41 for non-Schengen flights.
Which lounges can Skyteam Elite Plus members use at Amsterdam?
Skyteam Elite Plus members at AMS can get to access the KLM Crown lounges 52 (non-Schengen) and 25 (Schengen).
Which lounges can Oneworld elite members use at Amsterdam?
Oneworld Emerald & Sapphire members get access to the Oneworld lounge for non-Schengen flights and Aspire 26 for Schengen flights.
Is there an arrivals lounge at Amsterdam?
No there are no dedicated arrival lounges at Amsterdam Schiphol – though Privium members can access any Privium lounge when arriving at Amsterdam.
Is there a rail lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol airport station?
No – the NS International-Regus lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol closed in October 2025. Privium members with an onward international rail ticket from Schiphol can use the Privium lounge.
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Also see our complete guides to other European cities:
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- Last updated 5 November 2025.
- First published in 2010, the original complete guide to AMS lounges.
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