Jazmin Li
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) is a large, modern, and busy airport with three terminals. If you're looking for a place to sleep in the Beijing airport, there are a few options available to you. The airport offers hourly hotels inside the terminal, sleep pods, and nearby hotels that are within walking distance or connected by free shuttles. Additionally, you can exit the airport and stay at a hotel in the surrounding area. It's important to consider the length of your layover and the time required to go through customs and immigration when deciding whether to stay in the airport or outside.
Explore related products
$45.99 $59.99
$29.99 $31.99
$39.98
Sleep pods
If you're looking for a comfortable place to sleep at Beijing Airport, you can opt for the sleep pods available in Terminals 2 and 3. These GoSleep Pods are chairs/pods that offer privacy and comfort with a cover to block out light and noise. Each pod also has storage space under the seat to secure your personal belongings, and an outlet to charge your electronic devices.
The pods can be found at the following locations:
- Terminal 2, Airside, near Gate 38
- Terminal 3 at Gates E19 and E27
- International Terminal, at Gates 10 and 11
The pods can be rented by the hour or for longer durations. This is a good option if you're looking for uninterrupted sleep without having to leave the airport or book a hotel room.
In addition to the sleep pods, Beijing Airport also offers hourly hotels inside the terminal, as well as other nearby hotels that are within walking distance or accessible via free airport shuttles.
Exploring Rajasthan: Airport Accessibility and Travel Options
You may want to see also
Explore related products
$25.99 $54.99
$34.99 $41.99
$25.99 $31.99
Hourly hotel rooms
Beijing Capital International Airport offers hourly hotel rooms inside the terminal. These are available in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Terminal 2 has both domestic and international flights, while Terminal 1 caters to domestic flights only. Terminal 3 is for a mix of international and domestic flights.
The hourly hotel rooms are also called pay lounges or hourly lounges. They are hotel-like leisure places with single rooms, standard rooms, free internet access, hot drinks, and showers. You can also take a nap, watch TV, or relax during transit. There are around four hourly lounges in Terminal 3 and Terminal 2. The single rooms do not have their own en-suite bathrooms, so you will have to use the lounge's private shower facility. Deluxe rooms with en-suite bathrooms are also available. The hourly hotel provides a complete set of hotel services, including hotel-like pay lounges, small-scale conference services, business leisure services, multimedia and reading areas, coffee bars, foot care, massages, bathrooms, and shower rooms.
The business lounge includes a buffet, hot drinks, and WiFi. Shower rooms, printing services, and other services are available at an extra cost. The hourly hotel and lounge are perfect for travellers with long layovers. However, some reviews mention that the rooms are expensive and not very clean.
Chicago Airport: A Sprawling Transportation Hub
You may want to see also
Explore related products
$39.99 $44.97
Nearby hotels
Beijing Capital International Airport is a large, modern, and busy airport with three terminals. There are several nearby hotels within walking distance or connected by free airport shuttles.
The Hilton Beijing Capital Airport Hotel runs a complimentary 24-hour shuttle bus service from Terminal 3/Gate 5 (every 20 minutes) and Terminal 2/Gate 3 (every 30 minutes). The shuttle can also be contacted for pick-up from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. The Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport and the Cordis Hotel Beijing Airport (formerly Langham Place) also offer free airport shuttle services. The latter is located next to Terminal 3 and is only a 5-minute shuttle ride away.
The Holiday Inn Beijing Airport Zone is another option, situated just three subway stops away from the New China International Exhibition Center. The Crowne Plaza Beijing International Airport is also near the airport and is surrounded by high-end shops, restaurants, and businesses.
If you are looking for a more affordable option, there are hotels within a few minutes of the airport that can be reached by taxi. One traveller mentioned booking a hotel for approximately 15 euros during a layover, which was a 15-minute taxi ride from the airport.
Airport Food Rules: What You Can Eat and Carry
You may want to see also
Explore related products
$27.19 $33.99
$39.99 $47.99
Airport lounges
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) is a large, modern, and bustling airport with three terminals. If you're looking for a comfortable place to sleep in the airport, there are several airport lounges with different amenities available to you.
Plaza Premium Lounge
The Plaza Premium Lounge is the world's largest award-winning independent lounge network and is open to all travellers.
Fortune Wings Lounge
This lounge is located in Terminal 2.
BGS Premier Lounge
This lounge is also located in Terminal 2.
Comfort Zone Lounge
This lounge is located in Terminal 3.
Sleep Pods
If you're looking for a more private and quiet space to rest, there are GoSleep Pods located in Terminal 2 near Gate 38 and Terminal 3 at Gates E19 and E27. These sleeping pods feature a cover to block out light and noise, storage space for personal items, and a charging port for electronic devices. They can be rented by the hour or for longer durations.
In addition to the airport lounges, there are also hourly hotels inside each terminal and nearby hotels within walking distance or a short shuttle ride away.
Seattle Airport: A Traveler's Worst Nightmare
You may want to see also
Explore related products
$34.99 $36.99
$29.99 $34.99
$37.99 $54.99
$45.99 $49.99
Leaving the airport
If you decide to leave Beijing Airport, there are several hotels within walking distance. There are also plenty of hotels within a few minutes of the airport, which you could probably walk to. There are also some formal hotels that can be reached by taking the airport express to Sanyuanqiao subway station.
If you don't want to walk, some nearby hotels offer free shuttle services. The Hilton Beijing Capital Airport Hotel provides a free 24-hour shuttle bus from Terminal 3/Gate 5 (every 20 minutes) and Terminal 2/Gate 3 (every 30 minutes). The Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport and Cordis Hotel Beijing Airport also offer free airport shuttles.
If you want to go into the city, it's best to avoid peak hours.
Remember, no matter what, you will have to go through customs/immigration, even if you don't leave the airport. So, you might as well leave.
Exploring Atlanta's Airport: How Much Space Does It Take?
You may want to see also
Frequently asked questions
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) has sleep pods in Terminals 2 and 3, and hourly hotel rooms in each terminal.
The GoSleep Pods are chair-like, with covers to block out light and noise, storage under the seat, and a place to charge your devices.
These are "hourly lounges", which feature standard rooms with bathrooms.
There are pay lounges in Terminals 1, 2, and 3. For RMB 300, you can get a small hotel room with an ensuite for up to 6 hours.
There are several hotels within walking distance of the airport or connected by free shuttles, including the Hilton Beijing Capital Airport Hotel, Ramada by Wyndham Beijing Airport, and Cordis Hotel Beijing Airport.
