Looking for the perfect stay before you fly?
Whether it’s a weekend getaway, a family holiday or the start of a longer journey, these airport hotels offer a surprisingly convenient solution that makes your travels smoother, more affordable, and stress-free. In this edition, we’re highlighting a collection of excellent hotels that are within close proximity of some of the UK’s major airport terminals, ensuring you’ll be ready for your flight, wherever you’re flying from. Let’s take a closer look at our five top picks, ensuring your trip begins and ends with comfort and ease.
Let’s take a closer look at our five top picks, ensuring your trip begins and ends with comfort and ease.
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport
Whether you’re jetting off from Manchester for business or pleasure, Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport gives its guests maximum comfort, multiple dining options and excellent hospitality, all just a few hundred metres from terminals one and three.
You can enjoy an ultimate sleep experience in one of the elegant, fully soundproofed rooms. Each featuring a private bathroom with a hairdryer, power shower and Clayton toiletries. Before heading off to your flight, take advantage of the signature Clayton Vitality breakfast that can be enjoyed at The Grill Restaurant or arranged as a Grab and Go takeaway.
Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport also offers a complimentary 24-hour shuttle bus as well as a variety of car parking options for as long as you need.
Doubletree by Hilton London Heathrow Airport
Planning to stay a night at Heathrow? Despite being the UK’s largest airport, serving millions of passengers every year, rest assured, securing convenient accommodation doesn’t have to be a challenge.
Our Next pick takes us to the Doubletree by Hilton London Heathrow Airport. This stylish hotel is just minutes away from Heathrow terminals one, two and three and offers superb 24-hour transport links with the Heathrow Hoppa Bus picking up passengers right from the hotel’s front door.
Upon arrival, you can expect a warm welcome, personal service, on-site parking and of course, a famous DoubleTree cookie. The guestrooms are all soundproofed, en-suite and complete with complimentary Wifi and 24-hour room service.
Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport
If you’re flying from Birmingham, our top recommendation is the AA four-star Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport. Being just ten minutes from BHX, it’s an ideal choice that offers convenience, comfort, and peace of mind.
The spacious bedrooms feature air-conditioning, a smart TV, blackout shades and a choice of pillows to help you sleep. When it comes to food and drink, the stylish open lobby and Starbucks Café provide you with a space to relax, eat and unwind.
Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport has a range of Park Stay Go Packages designed to alleviate the stress of traveling. These packages provide accommodation as well as safe and secure parking for up to 15 days, ensuring a worry-free experience. A free shuttle service is also available.
Hampton by Hilton Luton Airport
For the millions of passengers flying from Luton, our next pick is always a popular choice for those looking to stay over by the airport. Hampton by Hilton Luton Airport is situated adjacent to the DART transit system and just minutes from the terminal.
You can choose from a variety of rooms, from queens and twins to accessible and family connecting, there’s sure to be something for everyone. All rooms are air-conditioned, en-suite with power showers and feature 32-inch flat-screen TVs with fast, free Wifi.
Plus, all guests can take advantage of a free continental or hot buffet breakfast and complimentary access to the on-site fitness centre, open 24-hours a day.
Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport
Our final choice takes us North to Scotland and the thriving city of Glasgow. Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport is located just off the M8 motorway and only 550 yards from the airport itself. This four-star hotel has been recently renovated and welcomes guests travelling through Scotland with excellent service.
Every room comes with a private bathroom featuring a shower and hairdryer and all include a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, refrigerator, ironing facilities and complimentary tea and coffee. You’ll also be able to make use of the on-site fitness centre, featuring a range of cardio and free weight equipment.
Before heading off, savour a mouth-watering buffet breakfast at The Bistro or for a quick snack, The Market Lobby is open 24-hours a day. Additionally, long-stay parking is available, at the hotel or in secure parking by the airport.