Your next long airport layover could be restful, rejuvenating, and surprisingly rich in local culture. Instead of trying to catch sleep in an airport lounge or on a bench, consider checking into one of these airport hotels for comfort and convenience between flights. Whether you're looking for pay-by-the-hour rooms or luxurious amenities, these airport hotels transform layovers into memorable mini getaways.
Fairmont Vancouver Airport
Vancouver International Airport, Canada
Just steps from your gate, the AAA Four Diamond Fairmont Vancouver Airport is the only luxury—and soundproofed—airport hotel located directly inside the terminal, making it an ideal stop for restful layovers or early departures.
From your room’s floor-to-ceiling windows, you can plane-spot while soaking in the views of the runway and the distant North Shore Mountains. Dine on locally sourced West Coast cuisine at Globe@YVR, or sip a craft cocktail at Jetside Bar, each with a front-row view of airport activity.
If you’re looking to stay active, the hotel offers a 24-hour fitness centre, indoor pool, spa facilities, and in-room wellness options for a quick workout or relaxation between flights.
For short stays, the hotel accepts room bookings in four-, six-, and eight-hour blocks. A three-hour drop-in rate is also available for access to the gym, pool, and spa facilities.
TWA Hotel
John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York
Step into the glamorous nostalgia of the 1960s at TWA Hotel, an architectural icon turned retro-chic hotel. Hear the clicks of iconic Solari split-flap departure boards, step on to chili-pepper red carpet at the Sunken Lounge, and watch the jets from expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Explore the TWA Flight Center’s Jet Age exhibits, play a game of giant Twister, or sip a martini inside a transformed 1958 Lockheed Constellation “Connie” airplane-turned-cocktail lounge.
Beyond its vintage charm, the hotel offers modern comforts to elevate your layover. Break a sweat in one of the world’s largest hotel gyms (sprawling 10,000 square feet), take a dip in the heated rooftop infinity pool with runway views, or relax on the observation deck, perfect for plane spotting. Dining options range from The Paris Café by celebrity chef Jean-Georges to a Food Hall serving grab-and-go pizza, panini, juices, and ice cream.
At TWA Hotel, you can book overnight stays or shorter layovers (four to 12 hours), with the option to add early check-in or late checkout for extra flexibility.
Oryx Airport Hotel
Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
Why rush through your layover when you can unwind in five-star comfort without ever leaving the terminal? Located airside at Hamad International Airport, the luxurious Oryx Airport Hotel lets you skip immigration and customs while enjoying direct access to the airport’s world-class duty-free shopping between naps and spa sessions.
Get your blood flowing with a swim in the temperature-controlled indoor pool, practice your swing at the indoor golf simulator, or challenge yourself on the squash court. For a more restorative break, treat yourself to hydrotherapy tubs and a full-service spa, accented with shimmering blue mosaic tiles.
Travelers can book a room for any length of stay—from just a few hours to overnight—or purchase a pass for access to the hotel’s wellness and fitness facilities for a small fee.
Corendon Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, The Netherlands
One of the most eye-catching highlights at Corendon Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel is the retired KLM Boeing 747 in the hotel’s garden—perfect for photo ops or even guided tours inside the iconic aircraft.
Just a complimentary five-minute shuttle ride from Schiphol Airport, the hotel offers stylish rooms with a range of modern amenities to make your layover feel like a mini getaway. Enjoy the latest blockbusters at the in-house cinema, detox at an expansive wellness center with a Turkish steam bath, and indulge in Caribbean-style cocktails and a buffet dinner. Throughout the hotel, dynamic art exhibits showcasing many aspects of Dutch culture rotate every three months, adding a sense of place and local flavor.
The hotel offers discounted rooms for day use during specific time slots, typically from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
Conveniently connected to all terminals at Singapore Changi Airport and within walking distance of the award-winning Jewel Changi Airport—home to the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, lush forest valley gardens, and a vibrant array of dining and retail experiences—the Crowne Plaza Changi Airport offers a combination of luxury, convenience, and thoughtful amenities that make it more than just a place to sleep between flights.
Unwind in one of the newly redesigned guest rooms, featuring nature-inspired décor. Savor authentic Italian cuisine at the signature Allora Ristorante and Bar, and then take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool while enjoying sweeping views of the Changi Airport Control Tower and the lush canopy of Jewel.
To rest and use the hotel’s facilities without an overnight stay, book a day room for up to eight hours, available between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport
Haneda International Airport, Tokyo, Japan
For a serene and luxurious layover steeped in Japanese culture and hospitality, the Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport offers a welcome escape. Connected directly to Terminal 3 and accessible without passing through immigration, this upscale 160-room airport hotel makes it easy to relax, recharge, and soak in the atmosphere of Japan, even on a tight schedule.
The highlight is the hotel’s natural onsen, Izumi Tenku no Yu, a traditional Japanese hot-springs experience featuring multiple indoor and outdoor baths and saunas. Perched high above the terminal, the onsen offers panoramic views of Mount Fuji on clear days, as well as a front-row seat to planes taking off and landing.
For a quick yet refined bite, guests can enjoy the gourmet buffet at Il Ristorante Tokyo or unwind with a cocktail at The Throne Bar and Lounge.
Book a day use room for up to four hours of stay. Additionally, the hotel’s MY24h Program allows you to check in and check out at your convenience.
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Whether you're facing a long layover or simply want to recharge between flights, these airport hotels ensure that your next stopover feels like part of the journey, not just a pause in it.