Heathrow Airport Hotels

 Early flight? Airline disruptions? Ash clouds? Okay, so it's not often you find yourself stuck at at one of the world's busiest airports because of something as dramatic as a volcanic eruption but there are still numerous situations where you might be faced with lengthy delays and perhaps even cancellations which can hamper your plans of stress free travel and taint that trip you've been looking forward to with resentment. Airport hotels can be a great idea then if your looking for convenience and relaxation when travelling and are an ideal way to escape the stressful environment airports can all but too often become.

A stay in an airport hotel can be very beneficial to anyone looking for a relaxing start to their holiday where a lie-in, enough time for breakfast and a short walk or transfer to the the airport can be very convenient to anyone with a long flight ahead of them.

Airport Hotels

There are several hotels immediately surrounding Heathrow airport which are easily accessible and have facilities that will meet most requirements.

Holiday Inn London Heathrow Ariel

Comfort Inn Heathrow

London Heathrow Marriott Hotel

Ibis Heathrow

Hilton London Heathrow Airport

Jurys Inn Heathrow

Located only 5 minutes from Heathrow's Terminal 4, the Hilton is the closest of all the airport hotels. It's unique in that it has a fully covered walkway that directly connects the hotel with Terminal 4.

Central London Hotels

Staying at a hotel in central London is also an option if your looking for specific facilities or simply want an opportunity to explore the area.

The Soho Hotel

Hilton London Tower Bridge

The Hide London

Mint Hotel Westminster

The Chesterfield Mayfair

London Bridge Hotel

Transport to and from Airports Hotels

There are two easy ways of getting to and from your hotel and Heathrow airport. The hotels in the immediate vicinity of the airport are served by the Hotel Hoppa service which regularly travels between each terminal from 5.30am to 11.30pm. Tickets can be purchased at the bus desk in arrivals at any of the terminals at a price of £4 per adult and 50p for children aged 3-15, children under 3 travel free.

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Alternatively if you've chosen to stay at a hotel further in London then the National Express Dot2Dot service would be preferable. For substantially less than the price of a taxi the service can take you to and from your Heathrow airport to your chosen London hotel. To ensure a prompt arrival at the airport all shuttles are able to monitor traffic and flight data as well they use the express bus lanes in order to avoid traffic.

Facilities

You'll find that hotels which are part of a larger chain, such as Holiday Inn and Marriott will tend to have standardised facilities so you'll know exactly what you can expect from their accommodation. These facilities can include fitness centre's, wireless internet connections, parking and restaurants in or nearby the hotel. If your a business traveller then you'll find that the hotels closely serving the airport are perfectly equipped with facilities that will enable you to continue any work you may have with business services such as a business centre, wireless data connection and secretarial services.