Airport hotels are notorious for high prices, but affordable gems do exist. Cities like Bangkok, Istanbul, and Dubai have airport-adjacent hotels starting at under $40 per night. Chains like Ibis, Holiday Inn Express, and Premier Inn often deliver clean, budget-friendly stays with shuttle services included.
When searching, filter by “distance to airport” and check reviews on cleanliness and shuttle frequency. Sometimes paying $10 more for a reliable shuttle saves you the stress (and cost) of taxis.
Quick list:
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi: Novotel Airport Hotel
- Istanbul: YotelAir
- Dubai: Premier Inn Airport
- New York JFK: TWA Hotel (budget option: Days Inn)