Лучшие аэропортовые отели мира в 2025 году

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In a world where airport terminals have become the unofficial ninth circle of travel hell, a select few establishments have managed to turn the dreaded “overnight connection” into something travellers look forward to. These oases of comfort amid the chaos of delayed flights and lost luggage have perfected the art of making guests forget they’re sleeping mere meters away from runway traffic.

As the jet-lagged masses shuffle through terminals worldwide, these 10 exceptional hotels stand ready to catch them before they fall face-first onto airport carpeting of questionable cleanliness!

Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport; Photo- Hyatt

Airport Hotel Awards

The Airport Hotel Awards are based on comprehensive guest surveys assessing various standards, including overall experience, accessibility, service quality, cleanliness, sleep quality, amenities, leisure facilities, food quality, staff service, and value for money. After tabulating thousands of reviews, Skytrax announced the 2025 World’s Best Airport Hotels results.

Skytrax Awards 2025; Photo- Skytrax

1. Crowne Plaza Changi Airport

For a tenth consecutive year, the Crowne Plaza Changi Airport has claimed the title of World’s Best Airport Hotel. This architectural marvel seamlessly integrates with Singapore’s Changi Airport (SIN), already renowned as the world’s best airport for nearly a decade.

Connected directly to Terminal 3 via covered walkways and with easy access to all airport terminals via the Skytrain, the Crowne Plaza eliminates the typical airport hotel shuttle bus experience. Guests can roll their luggage from the arrival gate to the hotel room in minutes.

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The hotel’s façade features a dramatic geometric pattern inspired by the orchid, Singapore’s national flower, with its exterior wrapped in a vertical garden home to more than 300 species of tropical plants. This living wall not only provides natural insulation but also helps filter the air and reduce the urban heat island effect.

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport; Photo- IHG Hotels & Resorts

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Inside, soundproofed rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering runway views. For those seeking relaxation before long-haul flights, the hotel’s spa offers treatments specifically designed to combat jet lag.

The Crowne Plaza Changi employs a dedicated “Sleep Team” that researches and implements the latest sleep technology. Their rooms feature customised bedding with different firmness options, blackout curtains blocking 99.9% of light, and a pillow menu with 6 options.

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport; Photo- IHG Hotels & Resorts

2. Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport

The Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport has solidified its position as Asia’s second-best airport hotel through its seamless integration with one of China’s busiest aviation hubs. Connected directly to the airport’s Terminal 3, the hotel serves as a tranquil sanctuary for travellers navigating Shenzhen’s rapidly expanding global connections.

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The 335-room property showcases contemporary Chinese design elements while maintaining the sleek international aesthetic expected of the Hyatt brand. Its most distinctive feature is the six-story atrium lobby with suspended art installations representing clouds and flight patterns.

Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport; Photo- Hyatt

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The Hyatt Regency Shenzhen was among the first hotels globally to implement a fully contactless experience, from check-in to room access and amenity requests, via its app. Each room features smart lighting systems that can be programmed to simulate sunrise for guests battling jet lag.

The hotel maintains a collection of over 300 plants specifically selected for their air-purifying qualities, helping to combat Shenzhen’s occasional air quality issues and providing a literal breath of fresh air for travelers.

Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport; Photo- Hyatt

3. TWA Hotel New York JFK

The TWA Hotel at New York’s JFK Airport represents the most dramatic transformation on this list, converting the iconic yet defunct 1962 TWA Flight Centre into a vibrant retro-futuristic hotel experience.

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The original terminal building with its distinctive wing-shaped roof now serves as the hotel’s spectacular lobby. The 512 guest rooms are housed in two newly constructed wings that flank the historic structure, featuring soundproof floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking JFK’s runways.

What makes the TWA Hotel extraordinary is its commitment to mid-century modern aesthetics. Guests step back in time with authentic furnishings from the 1960s, rotary phones, and vintage TWA uniforms displayed throughout.

TWA Hotel New York JFK; Photo- TWA

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The hotel’s amenities include the world’s largest hotel gym at 10,000 square feet, multiple restaurants, and a rooftop infinity pool that remains heated to 95°F year-round, allowing guests to swim while watching planes take off even during New York winters.

The hotel contains the Connie Cocktail Lounge, housed within an actual 1958 Lockheed Constellation aircraft parked on the tarmac.

TWA Hotel New York JFK; Photo- TWA

4. Fairmont Vancouver Airport

The Fairmont Vancouver Airport has perfected the delicate balance between luxury and functionality for the modern traveller. It is located directly within Vancouver International Airport’s departures terminal.

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Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer mesmerising views of mountain ranges and aircraft operations. The Fairmont’s soundproofing technology deserves special mention—the hotel invested in triple-glazed windows and specialised wall insulation that reduces airport noise to a bare whisper.

Fairmont Vancouver Airport; Photo- Visit Richmond BC

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The hotel features a health club with a mechanically filtered indoor pool, a supervised kids’ play area, and a dedicated floor of hypoallergenic rooms with specialised air filtration systems. The Absolute Spa offers treatments specifically designed to combat jet lag.

5. Hilton Munich Airport

Situated between Terminals 1 and 2 of Munich Airport (MUC), the Hilton Munich Airport is a 551-room property that exemplifies German efficiency paired with Bavarian warmth.

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The Hotel immediately impresses with its soaring 60-foot glass atrium filled with natural light. This architectural feature, combined with abundant living plants and a central water feature, creates an atmosphere more reminiscent of a botanical garden than an airport hotel. Rooms feature soundproof windows, blackout curtains, and ergonomic workstations.

Hilton Munich Airport; Photo- Hilton

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What particularly distinguishes this property is its 17-meter indoor pool surrounded by loungers and featuring a unique underwater music system. The adjacent spa offers treatments with local ingredients, including a popular beer-based facial that draws on Bavaria’s brewing traditions.

The Hilton Munich Airport operates a specialised “Day Spa” program allowing travelers with long layovers to purchase spa access without booking a room, providing a refuge for those with connections too long to remain in the terminal but too short to justify overnight accommodation.

Hilton Munich Airport; Photo- Hilton

6. Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

The Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao stands as a monument to streamlined connectivity. This 396-room luxury property is not just connected to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) but forms part of an integrated hub linking the airport with Shanghai’s high-speed rail station, metro lines, and major highways!

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Traditional Chinese elements like circular moon gates and latticed screens blend seamlessly with contemporary international styling. The public spaces showcase an impressive collection of contemporary Chinese art, with pieces rotating quarterly.

What sets the Cordis apart is its dedication to air quality in a city often challenged by pollution. The property features an air filtration system that exceeds hospital standards, with in-room monitors allowing guests to check their room’s air quality in real time.

Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao; Photo- Expedia

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The Cordis offers a unique “Silent Butler” service—a two-way cabinet accessible from both inside and outside the room allowing for contactless delivery of items at any hour without disturbing guests’ rest.

7. Hotel NH Vienna Airport

The NH Vienna Airport combines Austrian charm with remarkable efficiency. Connected directly to the terminal building via a covered walkway, this 499-room property has transformed the concept of the typical airport hotel through thoughtful design and exceptional service standards.

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The hotel’s architecture features a distinctive curved façade allowing for uniquely shaped rooms, many offering panoramic views of the runways with the Alps visible in the distance on clear days. The interior design pays homage to Vienna’s rich cultural heritage with subtle nods to music, art, and coffee house traditions throughout the property.

Hotel NH Vienna Airport; Photo- Tripadvisor

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What distinguishes the NH Vienna is its innovative approach to noise. Rather than merely soundproofing rooms (which they’ve done exceptionally well), the hotel has embraced a positive sound philosophy. Each room features a sophisticated sound system with customizable nature soundscapes and classical music selections to promote relaxation.

The property’s “Early Bird & Night Owl” food service concept has received particular praise, acknowledging that airport hotel guests often operate on irregular schedules. The 24-hour restaurant offers full breakfast options beginning at 4:00 AM and continues serving substantial meals until 1:00 AM.

Hotel NH Vienna Airport; Photo- Booking.com

8. Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain

The Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain demonstrates how an airport hotel can double as a legitimate leisure destination. Located just across from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) and accessible via a pedestrian bridge, this 106-room property offers an intimate alternative to the typically large-scale airport hotels.

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The architecture draws inspiration from traditional Bahraini pearl diving heritage, with a façade resembling stylised oyster shells. Inside, the design balances contemporary luxury with authentic Arabian elements. The small room count allows for highly personalised service, with staff known for remembering returning guests’ preferences.

What truly sets the Mövenpick apart is its lagoon-style outdoor pool complex. The landscaped gardens surrounding the pool create a resort-like atmosphere that belies its airport location.

Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain; Photo- Tripadvisor

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The Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain operates a dedicated “Cultural Concierge” service helping transit passengers with extended layovers arrange quick cultural experiences of Bahrain, including expedited museum visits and guided tours of historical sites that can be completed within a few hours. The hotel’s Rimal spa incorporates traditional Arabic hammam treatments alongside international therapies.

Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain; Photo- Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts

9. Sofitel Athens Airport

The Sofitel Athens Airport embodies the French art de vivre while celebrating its Greek setting. Located just 50 meters from the main terminal of Athens International Airport (ATH), this 345-room luxury property serves as a sophisticated gateway to Greece.

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The hotel’s architectural design features a distinctive curved façade with alternating bands of glass and stone, symbolising the meeting of earth and sky. Inside, the décor blends French elegance with subtle Greek motifs, including contemporary interpretations of classical columns and meander patterns.

The property maintains its herb garden on its rooftop terrace, where guests can enjoy cocktails with panoramic views extending to the distant Saronic Gulf on clear days.

Sofitel Athens Airport; Photo- Accor

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The hotel’s wellness facilities include a sauna complex inspired by ancient Greek bathing rituals, updated with modern technology. The Sofitel Athens Airport houses one of Europe’s most unusual hotel amenities—a small Byzantine-style chapel located on the mezzanine level, available for contemplation or even weddings for guests who wish to marry hours before departing on their honeymoon.

Sofitel Athens Airport; Photo- Designer Travel

10. Westin Denver International Airport

The Westin Denver International Airport makes an architectural statement at first glance. Connected directly to the Jeppesen Terminal via a plaza that hosts seasonal events, the hotel seamlessly integrates with the airport while maintaining a sense of separation from the terminal’s hustle.

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The 519-room hotel’s distinctive shape resembles a bird in flight when viewed from above—an intentional design choice complementing the airport’s iconic white tensile roof structure meant to evoke Colorado’s snow-capped mountains. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the property frame dramatic views of both the Rocky Mountains and aircraft operations.

Westin Denver International Airport; Photo- Marriott

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The hotel’s impressive fitness studio spans 3,500 square feet with state-of-the-art equipment and spectacular runway views. The Westin even offers a “Gear Lending” program providing New Balance workout clothes and shoes for guests who didn’t pack their exercise attire.

Westin Denver International Airport; Photo- Colorado Homes & Lifestyle

Bottom Line

As our tour of the world’s premier airport accommodations comes to an end, one thing becomes abundantly clear: the days of viewing airport hotels as mere crash pads for the desperately delayed are long gone.

These exceptional properties have transformed what was once the most dreaded reservation in travel into destinations worth extending a layover for. So the next time your travel plans include the words “overnight connection,” consider it less a punishment from the airline gods and more an opportunity to experience the extraordinary intersection of hospitality and aviation.

Just remember to set multiple alarms—these beds are so comfortable, you might sleep through your actual vacation!

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