Muscat Airport Hotels & Sleeping Pods

Where to Stay/Sleep at Muscat Airport (MCT)?
If you're on a layover or transit in Muscat Airport and looking to get some sleep or rest you can book an airport hotel or sleeping pods inside Muscat airport and/or anywhere nearby the airport. Below we list the best airport hotels in 🇴🇲 Muscat airport (MCT) or even just a sleeping pod or capsule hotel for a quick snooze or rest.
Aerotel Muscat – Airport Transit Hotel- Level 5, Departures (airside), Muscat International Airport
- Type: Transit Airport Hotel (bookable by the hour or overnight)
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- Al Maardih Street, Al‑Seeb, ≈1.3 miles from Muscat International Airport
- Type: 4‑star International Chain Hotel
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- Near Al Maardih Street, ≈1 mile from Muscat International Airport
- Type: 5‑star Luxury Hotel
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- Al Seeb, ≈1.7 miles from Muscat International Airport
- Type: 4‑star International Chain Hotel
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- Muscat, ≈3.9 miles from Muscat International Airport
- Type: 3‑star Airport Shuttle Hotel
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- Ghala, Muscat (≈10 min drive from Muscat International Airport)
- Type: 3‑star Budget Airport Hotel
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- On‑site at Muscat International Airport complex
- Type: Serviced Apartment
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- Muscat, ≈2.1 miles from Muscat International Airport
- Type: 3‑star City Hotel
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Free Sleeping & Rest Areas in Muscat Airport
If you don't want to book a room and/or on a budget, there might be some free sleeping or rest areas inside Muscat airport or you can visit the 🇴🇲 Muscat Airport (MCT) official website map page to find specific locations.
- Rest & Relaxation Zones (Airside, near Gate B): Several free “lounge‑style” seating areas with chairs and sofas designed for 10–20 people; travelers report they are suitable for lying down and resting.
- Unused Floor Level (Between Arrivals & Departures): A rarely used intermediate level with seating where passengers can sit or nap.
- Costa Coffee Seating (Airside): Café with soft chairs and sofas—often cited as a comfortable spot if you can grab a sofa quickly.
Book Your Hotel in Muscat
Related Info:
- Muscat Airport Hotel Finder
- Transit Hotel and Sleeping at the Airport During Layover Guide
- Airlines That Offer Free Transit Hotel During Long Layover










