Gone are the days where staying at the airport hotel meant basic accommodation, terrible food, and noisy rooms. Where convenience trumped style and the only reason to stay was being close enough to easily catch your next flight.
Not anymore! We’ve found ten of the best luxury airport hotels that are taking the layover to the next level. With extravagant amenities, soundproof rooms, plush furnishings, and all the creature comforts. If it’s the best airport hotel you’re searching for to stay during your next stopover, then look no further:
1. Crowne Plaza, Changi Airport, Singapore
Voted number 1 World’s Best Airport Hotel in 2022 in the Skytrax World Airport Awards, the Crowne Plaza at Changi Airport is the ultimate in luxury stay when stopping over. Within this tropical oasis grab yourself a sun lounger by the outdoor pool and relax between flights or take care of business in the stylish club lounge. With a wide variety of room types as well as spacious and modern 72sqm suites available, it’s the connectivity, convenience and comfort make this hotel the world’s best for business travellers and vacationers alike.
2. TWA Hotel, JFK Airport, NY, US
This airport hotel is chic, and we love it because of the retro sixty’s vibe. Be transported back in time and have a blast using the funky five-star facilities. With 512 ultra-quiet guest rooms with exhilarating views of the runways and iconic TWA Flight Centre guests will enjoy restaurants, bars, and retail outlets. The highlights being the heated rooftop infinity pool and Connie the airplane turned cocktail lounge.
3. Hilton, Munich Airport, Germany
Freshly renovated in 2017 the Hilton Munich Airport is within walking distance to Terminals 1 and 2. Voted the number 1 airport hotel in Europe in the Skytrax World Airport Awards, its modern Alpine inspired décor featuring an impressive glass atrium, 17m heated indoor pool ,162 newly appointed rooms and fine dining restaurant are impressive. Our favourite feature is the Fit&Fly Spa providing the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long flight.
4. Sofitel, London Heathrow Airport, United Kingdom
The only hotel with direct access to Heathrow Termina 5 via a five-minute covered walkway, the Sofitel is conveniently situated with 605 luxurious rooms and beautifully appointed suites. From its vast marble atrium to the Zen Garden and spa hydrotherapy treatments, the hotel has an upscale city vibe. In the oasis of calm take a seat at La Belle Époque, the 2 AA rosette awarded restaurant and sipping champagne and delighting in fusion French cuisine.
5. Grand Hyatt, SFO, San Francisco, US
Connected by AirTrain means you can literally walk right off your flight onto the train and step straight into the lobby of the Grand Hyatt at San Francisco Airport. Enjoy one of the 351 luxuriously appointed rooms overlooking the bustling airport with floor-to-ceiling soundproof windows. Or opt for an ultramodern spacious Executive Suite with stunning views of the bay. With plenty of delicious globally inspired dining options to choose from guests need not leave the airport to have a wonderful meal.
6. InterContinental, Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, South Africa
Africa’s only luxury hotel at an airport, the InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport is perfectly and safely located for both business and leisure travel. Enjoy award winning services and facilities, such as conferencing, a spa and the Quills restaurant. Explore Johannesburg’s art galleries, museums, and shops nearby. While game reserves are a short drive away for an authentic South African safari vacation.
7. Fairmont, Vancouver Airport, Canada
The Fairmont is worth visiting for the breathtaking views alone. With its double glazed and sound proofed floor to ceiling windows, guests enjoy a front row seat of the runway perfectly framed by the North Shore Mountains. A mere 10-minute stroll from the terminal you will find 386 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, in-room wellness offerings and a fully equipped Health Club with indoor pool. Voted number 1 Airport Hotel in North America in the Skytrax World Airport awards The Fairmont has first class guest care and comfort.
8. Pullman, Brisbane Airport, Australia
Voted number 1 best Airport Hotel in the Pacific Region in the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2022 and 6th in the World. The five-star Pullman Brisbane, part of the Accor group has 132 elegantly appointed rooms, an executive lounge, bar, restaurant, 24-hour fitness centre and resort style pool. Right in the heart of the airport precinct it will have you rejuvenated and ready to fly onto your next destination.
9. Westin, Denver International Airport, US
The Westin Denver International Airport’s award-winning design is reimagining the way travellers utilise airport hotels. All the 484 guest rooms and 35 suites offer a contemporary calming retreat after a long day of travel. Wall-to-wall windows frame iconic airport or mountain views and with easy access to downtown Denver, Stapleton, and popular ski areas of the Rockies, the Westin hotel offers something for everyone.
10. Hyatt Regency, Shenzhen Airport, China
Touchdown to a premium Shenzhen stay where an elevated and refined experience awaits you right at the airport. With 335 contemporary guest rooms and 36 elegant suits guests are ensured a tranquil space to get a good night’s sleep. Take a dip in this airport hotel’s temperature controlled indoor swimming pool, work out at the 24hour gym complete with saunas and steam rooms or take a culinary journey experiencing the local Cantonese cuisine at the distinguished restaurant Xiangyue.
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*Credit Source: Skytrax World’s Best Airport Awards – Worlds Top 10 Airport Hotels in 2022 (https://www.worldairportawards.com/the-worlds-top-10-airports-of-2022/ ) and hotel websites as featured.