United Kingdom Airport Hotels

No country in Europe gives you more choice in the air than the UK, which is why hotels near the United Kingdom's airports stretch from the south coast up to Scotland. London alone has five: Heathrow (LHR), the main long-haul hub and base for British Airways, plus Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) and London City (LCY). Outside the capital the workhorses are Manchester (MAN), Birmingham (BHX), Edinburgh (EDI), Glasgow (GLA), Bristol (BRS), Newcastle (NCL), Leeds Bradford (LBA) and Belfast International (BFS).
Hotels near the airport
UK airport hotels are among the most developed in Europe, and Heathrow is the obvious example: dozens of properties sit within a short hop of the terminals, which makes them the easy pick before a long-haul departure or after a late landing. The regional airports each have their own cluster too. With London, Edinburgh's Old Town, the Lake District and Stonehenge all on the map, the UK stays one of the world's busiest inbound markets.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the UK's busiest airport?
Heathrow (LHR). In its strongest years it has pushed past 80 million passengers. It's the main base for British Airways and a major long-haul connecting point for traffic from all over the world.
How many airports does London have?
Five: Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN) and London City (LCY). They sit in very different parts of the region and serve different airlines, so check which one your flight actually uses before you book a hotel or a transfer.
Is there a train from Heathrow to central London?
Two, in fact. The Heathrow Express runs to Paddington in about 15 minutes. The Elizabeth line (Crossrail) takes longer, roughly 25 to 40 minutes depending on where you're headed, but plugs you straight into the central tube and rail network and costs less.
Do I need a visa to visit the UK?
The UK is no longer in the EU. EU and EEA citizens can come for short stays without a visa but may need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Other nationalities may need a visa. Check the official UK government site for the current rules before you book.