First Look: Delta’s New ATL Sky Membership in Concourse D

The most recent Delta Sky Membership in Concourse D at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Worldwide Airport embraces a comfy Southern vibe with out veering into kitsch. Certain, there are ornamental china plates and a gallery wall that includes flowers and birds. However they’re interspersed amongst extra trendy items like a stylized mosaic showcasing Atlanta’s huge greenery and a three-piece set of surrealist prints with rabbits leaping over a checkered panorama. The result’s a curated mixture of previous and new, like inside design you may discover within the house of a 20-something who inherited their Southern grandma’s prized china.

This lounge replaces the 2 earlier Delta Sky Golf equipment in Concourse D. Nevertheless it has roughly 500 seats, which is considerably greater than the mixed 183 within the two earlier lounges.

I used to be invited to go to the lounge earlier than it opened to the general public on April 8, 2025. Right here’s what that you must know.

This latest Delta Sky Membership is situated within the middle of Concourse D close to the escalators taking place to the Airplane Prepare. You may take stairs or an elevator to get to the lounge, however the entrance is seen from the primary stage.

The structure of this 24,000-square-foot lounge is open idea with a couple of non-public areas. From the foyer exterior the elevator, you may simply see the buffet, bar and a nonalcoholic drink station, plus panoramic views of planes taking off.

However though it is giant, the house doesn’t really feel overwhelming. The lounge’s seating structure separates the house into a number of smaller areas that really feel extra intimate.

Open cabinets with books, crops and knick-knacks function room dividers to separate the house and add to the lounge’s general homey really feel.

Total, I like this structure. It’s straightforward to search out every little thing you want, and even at most capability, I doubt it could really feel claustrophobic — though I do marvel how loud the house may get with only some partitions to dampen the sound.

There are many locations to unfold out somewhat, together with some partially enclosed chairs that offer you somewhat extra privateness.

One part has rows of chairs theater-style going through a really giant display. I just like the idea in concept, although I query its usefulness. Since you may’t play something with the quantity on with out disturbing different friends, it doesn’t provide the full movie show expertise. Nevertheless it could be a enjoyable place to catch a Braves or Atlanta United recreation earlier than your flight.

The work space across the nook, which has six telephone cubicles, is probably the most non-public a part of the lounge.

Many of the meals might be discovered within the buffet, which options chilly objects like sandwiches and salads, plus scorching entrees.

The sandwiches tasted like your normal boxed meal, however the roasted rooster and Mexican-style rice and beans had been each scrumptious and filled with taste.

There are additionally three different meals stations that often have specialty objects. After I visited, the objects on the menu had been risotto, lobster mac and cheese and tomahawk steak.

The lounge has a full bar that serves free properly drinks, and free wine and beer. You may as well pay for premium wine and beer and specialty cocktails. The bar’s cocktail particular — which was a vodka-based drink with citrus and muddled berries once I visited — modifications each one to 2 months.

There are additionally a few nonalcoholic drink stations which have espresso, tea, tender drinks and a flavored water machine, plus carafes of juice within the morning.

Afterward within the day, the carafes of juice had been changed with tea and lemonade. I cherished the lemonade, however I used to be somewhat disillusioned they had been solely serving unsweetened tea at a lounge impressed by the South.

The loos have a glossy, moody design that’s a little bit of a distinction from the remainder of the lounge. The stalls are giant sufficient to alter garments if that you must.

Delta lounges: If this lounge is full or simply removed from the gate, Delta flyers can even go to one of many different seven Delta lounges on the airport.

Centurion Lounge: Flyers with The Platinum Card® from American Specific, The Enterprise Platinum Card® from American Specific, Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Specific Card or Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Enterprise American Specific Card can even get into the Centurion Lounge in Concourse E. (Delta cardholders can solely go to this lounge when flying Delta.) Phrases apply.

The Membership ATL: In case you have entry to Precedence Move lounges by a card just like the Marriott Bonvoy Good® American Specific® Card, you may go to The Membership ATL in Concourse F. Phrases apply. Enrollment required.

For individuals on the lookout for a meal and a cushty place to take a seat earlier than their flight, this lounge does the trick. And if ambiance is essential to you, the upholstered furnishings and distinctive artwork on the partitions present an awesome escape from the terminal under. Nevertheless it lacks a few of the quiet areas and privateness you’ll discover in different Atlanta lounges. The Centurion Lounge in neighboring Concourse E, for instance, has a number of rooms, walled-off areas and two patios.