1. Argyle International Airport Hotel—Shanghai, China: With more than 200 designer-inspired rooms, this hotel is full of amenities, from its plasma TV screens to its spa and massage treatments. Guests can opt for Chinese dishes at one restaurant or Western-style entrees at another, and with its large meeting facilities, it's convenient for business travelers to boot.

2. Berolina Airport Hotel—Berlin, Germany: With a jaunty, retro look, this hotel is just a few train stops or a very quick taxi ride away from the airport. In the immediate area are more than 300 science institutes, so if your travels include a tour of Berlin's science powerhouses, this is the place to stay.

3. Norlandia Oslo Airport Hotel—Norway: Located very close to the airport, this new and modern hotel has reasonable rates, a transport service to the airport and easy access to shops and dining areas nearby. Also close is the Norwegian Armed Forces Aircraft Collection, perfect for aviation buffs.

4. Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel—United States: Technically, the glittering city of Las Vegas doesn't have a designated airport hotel, since so many large hotels and casinos are just a short cab ride from the main terminal. But as it turns out, a number of the city's hotels feature iPass. The Renaissance, for one, promises the kind of delicious comfort that's perfect for resting up before a night out at the casinos.

5. Amari Airport Hotel—Bangkok, Thailand: Specializing in affordable rooms, this hotel also has many amenities for business travelers, such as audiovisual equipment that can be used for meetings. It's close to Don Muang Airport, and guests can shake off jet lag with a leisurely dip in the swimming pool.

6. Ibis Paris—France: There are several Ibis hotels in Paris, including one close to Charles de Gaulle International Airport. The rooms are always clean and bright, and a breakfast buffet is provided from 4am to noon, so both early risers and late sleepers can grab some delicious pastries in the morning.

7. Narita Excel Hotel Tokyu—Japan: Located just 10 minutes from Japan's Narita Airport, and only about 80 minutes from central Tokyo, this hotel is an oasis in the midst of a busy travel schedule. Walk around the hotel's traditional Japanese garden or tour a nearby shrine or temple. You may even want to bring the kids, since the Tokyo Disney Resort is less than an hour away.

8. Radisson SAS Saga Hotel—Reykjavik, Iceland: Although there are no hotels in immediate proximity to Iceland's main airport, it only takes a short trip to the major, busy city of Reykjavik. This hotel, in the heart of the city, is close to galleries, shops and museums; a city bus shuttle can take guests to the famed Blue Lagoon, a natural hot spring that sets thousands of visitors at ease every year.

9. Holiday Inn London-Heathrow—England: Whether London is just a stopover or you want to get an early jump on traveling out of Heathrow, this hotel can keep you cozy during your journey. There are several executive boardrooms and a dedicated business center for conducting meetings during your stay. Also, there's a special shuttle service that zips you to Heathrow when you don't have a minute to spare.

10. Hilton Dublin Airport—Ireland: Just five miles from Dublin Airport, this lavish hotel has a ballroom, nine meeting rooms, a full gym and many other amenities. Plus, it's only a few miles away from local attractions, shopping and nightlife.