15 Secret Airport Perks That Even Frequent Flyers Don’t Know About

14. The Free Airport Transit Hotels for Long Layovers

Straphanger with travel document riding airport shuttle bus. Photo Credit: Envato @Iakobchuk

Some airports actually offer completely free hotel stays for passengers with long layovers—but most travelers don’t know to ask. Airports like Doha (Hamad International), Istanbul, and Singapore Changi partner with airlines to provide free accommodations for travelers with extended stopovers. The catch? You usually have to pre-book online or request it at the airline's transfer desk. If you have a layover exceeding six hours, it’s worth checking if your airline participates in these transit hotel programs—because who wouldn’t want a free night’s rest instead of dozing off in an uncomfortable terminal chair?

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