Best Hotels Near London Biggin Hill Airport
London Biggin Hill Airport sits on the southern edge of the London Borough of Bromley and handles mostly business and private flights, so there is no cluster of terminal hotels the way there is at Heathrow or Gatwick. The hotels we list are spread across Croydon, Bromley, Orpington, Beckenham and the Sevenoaks side of Kent. The one that solves the transfer for you is The Landing Hotel, which runs an airport shuttle. Elsewhere, the choice comes down to a rail-connected base such as East Croydon or Bromley South, or a hotel with free parking if you are driving to the airfield yourself.
London Biggin Hill Airport is the former RAF Biggin Hill, one of the best-known fighter stations of the Battle of Britain, and today it mainly handles business and private aviation. The hotels that serve it are not on the airfield but in the surrounding suburbs of Bromley, Croydon, Orpington and Beckenham, and across the county line in Kent around Sevenoaks. Expect practical, quiet bases built around rail stations, main roads and free parking rather than a tourist district.
Where to stay near the airport
Shuttle, rail station or free parking
Biggin Hill is an airfield people fly from for a reason: a business jet, a private charter or an early general aviation slot. That makes the night before more important than the hotel itself. A base in Croydon or Bromley gives you restaurants, rail links and large, well-reviewed hotels, while the Kent options around Sevenoaks and Swanley suit drivers who want free parking. Our listings put most taxi transfers at roughly 55 to 60 minutes, so the right choice depends on whether you want a shuttle, a station or a car park on your doorstep.
The simplest transfer belongs to The Landing Hotel, which offers an airport shuttle service to London Biggin Hill Airport and carries an 8.8 rating. Every other hotel on this page relies on a taxi or public transport, and our listings are consistent on the timing: Kings Arms Hotel is about 55 minutes away by taxi, Kings Arms and Hilton London Croydon about 56, and Grand Sapphire Banqueting & Hotel about 57. Dreamwood Lodge near Keston and Westciti Croydon Serviced Apartments are both described as just over an hour by taxi. If your departure slot is fixed, the shuttle is worth more than any other amenity here.
Croydon is the largest base, and its hotels sit close to the rail network. Leonardo Hotel London Croydon is a seven-minute walk from East Croydon station and has the most reviews in this selection, with an 8.4 rating. easyHotel Croydon Town Centre is also a short walk from East Croydon, while Travelodge Croydon Central and Premier Inn London Croydon Town Centre are near Wellesley Road for buses and trams. Hampton by Hilton London Croydon adds a fitness centre and complimentary breakfast. A Croydon stay makes sense when you arrive by train from central London the day before your flight.
Bromley and Beckenham are closer to the airfield on the map and have their own rail hubs. Travelodge London Bromley Town Centre is a five-minute walk from Bromley South, and Premier Inn London Bromley hotel is also a short walk from that station and offers free parking. The Bromley Court Hotel, set in a 19th-century venue, combines free parking, a fitness centre and an 8.6 rating. In Beckenham, Travelodge London Beckenham is a seven-minute walk from Beckenham Junction. I would pick Bromley when I want a quieter suburban evening and still keep a rail connection into London.
Drivers have the widest choice, because many of these hotels include free parking. Grand Sapphire Banqueting & Hotel pairs free parking with free breakfast and an 8.6 rating, PAVILION ORPINGTON offers free parking near Nugent Retail Park, and Donnington Manor Hotel near Dunton Green adds air conditioning and a fitness centre. Further into Kent, Premier Inn Sevenoaks hotel and Days Inn by Wyndham Sevenoaks Clacket Lane both list free parking. Travelodge Caterham Whyteleafe, three minutes from Whyteleafe South station, charges for parking. If you will collect a hire car or drive your own, these Kent and Orpington addresses are the practical choice.
A traveler's takeIf I were flying out of Biggin Hill on an early slot, I would book The Landing Hotel first, because it is the only property on our list with its own airport shuttle and it holds an 8.8 rating. If it were full, I would choose the Holiday Inn Express London - Croydon by IHG, also rated 8.8, for its free breakfast buffet, and order a taxi the evening before. Our listings put Croydon hotels such as Hilton London Croydon at around 56 minutes by taxi, so I would leave real margin.
Near the airport10.0Dreamwood Lodge
Quiet lodge near Keston Church, with taxi access to Biggin Hill Airport
Why guests love itDreamwood Lodge suits a family that wants a calm night in the village of Keston, in the London Borough of Bromley, before flying from Biggin Hill. Its nine reviews add up to a perfect 10. The Keston Church bus stop is a three-minute walk, and the Crown Inn is about two minutes away by taxi or six by public transport for dinner. There is no listed shuttle, so I would book a taxi to the airport in advance, especially for an early slot.
Near the airport9.4Brama
Air-conditioned rooms, some with kitchens, near public transport links
Why guests love itBrama is a smoke-free property with air-conditioned rooms, some with a kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a bar, a restaurant and a welcome for pets. It is a two-minute walk from Court Street (Stop P), which gives families public transport links across the area. Guests rate it 9.4 from 67 reviews. London Biggin Hill Airport is over an hour away by taxi or public transport, so this is a base for the area rather than the runway.
Near the airport8.8The Landing Hotel
Airport shuttle and free parking for London Biggin Hill Airport
Why guests love itThe Landing Hotel is a 4-star hotel that I would suggest to a family flying from London Biggin Hill. Its airport shuttle makes transfers easy with luggage and children, and the on-site bar and restaurant mean nobody has to go out again for dinner. Rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free, and parking costs nothing, useful if you are driving in from elsewhere in Kent or London. The building is smoke-free. An 8.8 score from 114 reviews is a strong result.
Near the airport8.8Beckenham Park Hotel – Cosy rooms near Bromley with free breakfast, parking, and easy London access
Cosy rooms with free breakfast, parking, and easy London connections
Why guests love itBeckenham Park Hotel is a cosy, well-rated stay that I would suggest to a family mixing a Biggin Hill flight with a few days in London. Beckenham Junction station is a five-minute walk, so central London is easy to reach by train. Breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking are all free, and the hotel is pet-friendly and smoke-free. Biggin Hill Airport is reachable by taxi or public transport. An 8.8 score from 113 reviews shows guests value the comfort and the location.
Near the airport8.8Holiday Inn Express London - Croydon by IHG
Budget-friendly hotel with free Wi-Fi and breakfast buffet
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express London Croydon by IHG is a 3-star hotel rated 8.8 from more than 2,000 reviews, a strong score for a budget-friendly hotel. Rooms are straightforward and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi and a complimentary breakfast buffet. A bar and a restaurant are on site, and the hotel is pet-friendly, kid-friendly, smoke-free and accessible. It suits families looking for a simple stay near London Biggin Hill Airport without paying for extras.
Near the airport8.6Grand Sapphire Banqueting & Hotel
Relaxed rooms and ornate suites with free breakfast and parking
Why guests love itThe Grand Sapphire Banqueting & Hotel is a 3-star property rated 8.6 from more than 2,700 reviews. Families get relaxed rooms and ornate suites, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking, plus a bar and restaurant on site and air conditioning in every room. The property is smoke-free. It is a 57-minute taxi ride to London Biggin Hill Airport, so I would treat it as a value stay for a longer trip, not a quick hop before a flight.
Near the airport8.6The Bromley Court Hotel
19th-century hotel with upscale dining, free parking, and a fitness center
Why guests love itThe Bromley Court Hotel is a 4-star hotel rated 8.6 from more than 2,100 reviews, set in a 19th-century venue. Rooms are warm and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi and free parking. An upscale restaurant, a casual brasserie, a fitness center, room service and full-service laundry are on site. The hotel is kid-friendly, smoke-free and accessible, and event spaces make it busy for weddings and meetings, which a family should keep in mind.
Near the airport8.6The Crown
Victorian pub with modern rooms, free breakfast, and classic British fare
Why guests love itI would book The Crown for a characterful night in Chislehurst before a flight from Biggin Hill, which is a taxi ride away. It is a Victorian pub with modern rooms, free breakfast and an on-site restaurant and bar serving classic British food and cask ales. Free Wi-Fi, accessible rooms and a kid-friendly policy make it easy for families, and the building is smoke-free. The 8.6/10 score from 674 reviews backs a warm, well-kept stay.
Near the airport8.6PAVILION ORPINGTON
Smoke-free property with free Wi-Fi and parking near Orpington amenities
Why guests love itPAVILION ORPINGTON works best for families who arrive by car: parking is free, the whole property is smoke-free and Wi-Fi costs nothing. Nugent Retail Park is a six-minute walk away and Nando's Orpington about four minutes, so a simple family dinner and last-minute shopping are both close. Guests rate it 8.6 across 38 reviews. Orpington and Biggin Hill both sit in the London Borough of Bromley, which makes this a sensible base before a private flight.
Near the airport8.4Westciti Croydon Serviced Apartments
Serviced apartments near West Croydon with full laundry and Wi-Fi
Why guests love itI would choose Westciti Croydon Serviced Apartments for a longer stay that needs space, laundry and an independent base, not for a quick overnight airport stop. The listing describes a smoke-free property with full-service laundry and free Wi-Fi, a 5-minute taxi ride from West Croydon and a 5-minute walk to Surrey Street Lounge. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 35 reviews. London Biggin Hill Airport is over an hour away by taxi.
Near the airport8.4Leonardo Hotel London Croydon
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, bar, and easy public transport access
Why guests love itLeonardo Hotel London Croydon is a 4-star hotel rated 8.4 from nearly 2,900 reviews. Rooms are warmly decorated and air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and the hotel has a restaurant, a casual bar and room service. Kid-friendly amenities and accessible facilities help families. East Croydon station is a seven-minute walk, which gives public transport links to London Biggin Hill Airport, so the stay works best for travellers who are happy to use trains and connections.
Near the airport8.4Premier Inn London Orpington hotel
Family-friendly lodging with free Wi-Fi and on-site dining
Why guests love itI would book Premier Inn London Orpington for a family night before a flight from London Biggin Hill Airport. Rooms are simple, with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and the on-site restaurant and bar save a search for dinner. Local transport links are a short walk away, and paid parking is available for those who drive. An 8.4/10 score across 510 reviews matches the consistent standard of the chain, and I would choose it for a predictable, comfortable stop.
Near the airport8.4Premier Inn London Bromley hotel
Simple rooms with free Wi-Fi, on-site dining, and parking
Why guests love itI would book Premier Inn London Bromley for a dependable night before a flight from Biggin Hill, especially with a car, since parking is on site. Bromley South station is a short walk away for trains into central London. Air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi cover the basics, the restaurant and bar handle dinner, and breakfast is available for a fee. Accessible and kid-friendly rooms widen its appeal, backed by 8.4/10 from 850 reviews.
Near the airport8.2Hilton London Croydon
Chambres élégantes, espace bien-être et restaurant britannique près de Croydon
Why guests love itHilton London Croydon is a 4-star hotel rated 8.2 from more than 2,000 reviews. Rooms are elegant and air-conditioned, and a wellness area with a sauna and a steam room gives parents a quiet hour. A British restaurant and a bar are on site, and the hotel is described as family-friendly. It is a 56-minute taxi ride from London Biggin Hill Airport, so I see it as a stay for a longer trip, not a quick hop.
Near the airport8.2Love and Peace Homestay & Cottages, Orpington, London
Smoke-free cottages with free Wi-Fi and parking near Biggin Hill Airport
Why guests love itLove and Peace Homestay & Cottages in Orpington is a smoke-free stay with free Wi-Fi and free parking, a quiet base for families travelling by car near London Biggin Hill Airport. Some rooms have a kitchen, which helps on longer stays or for simple meals. A taxi ride to St Mary Cray station takes seven minutes and connects to wider London. Guests rate it 8.2 from 78 reviews.
Near the airport8.2Premier Inn London Croydon South (A212) hotel
Modern, budget-friendly rooms with free parking and a restaurant
Why guests love itPremier Inn London Croydon South (A212) is listed as kid-friendly and keeps a family night simple: the restaurant and bar handle dinner, rooms are modern with air conditioning, and parking is free for those driving towards London Biggin Hill Airport. Wi-Fi is free and the hotel is accessible and smoke-free. Guests rate it 8.2/10 across 616 reviews. No pool is listed, so I see it as a practical stop.
Near the airport8.2Premier Inn Sevenoaks hotel
Budget-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi and on-site dining near Sevenoaks
Why guests love itI would book Premier Inn Sevenoaks for a budget night before a London Biggin Hill flight, especially when driving, since parking is free. Rooms are unfussy and air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is complimentary, and the restaurant and bar handle dinner. Sevenoaks itself is a short walk away. The hotel is smoke-free, accessible and listed as kid-friendly, so it works for families too. An 8.2/10 score from 517 reviews points to a dependable, simple stay.
Near the airport8.0Donnington Manor Hotel
Sleek rooms in a half-timbered setting with dining and free parking
Why guests love itI would book Donnington Manor Hotel for a comfortable night before a flight from Biggin Hill when arriving by car, since parking is free and the airport is a taxi ride away. The half-timbered building holds sleek, air-conditioned rooms, a rustic restaurant and a bar, so the evening needs no planning. Free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre suit work trips. Dunton Green station is a short taxi ride off. The 8/10 score from 831 reviews backs a reliable stay.
Near the airport8.0Premier Inn London Croydon (Purley A23) hotel
Modern budget hotel with en suite rooms and free parking
Why guests love itI would book Premier Inn London Croydon (Purley A23) for a night before a flight from Biggin Hill when arriving by car, since parking is free and the A23 location keeps the drive simple. Modern en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi and an on-site restaurant cover the basics without extra planning. Kid-friendly and accessible rooms make it easy for families, and the property is smoke-free. With 8/10 from 833 reviews, it is a dependable budget base south of Croydon.
Near the airport8.0Premier Inn London Croydon Town Centre hotel
Budget-friendly hotel in Croydon with a restaurant and bar
Why guests love itPremier Inn London Croydon Town Centre is a budget-friendly 3-star hotel rated 8 from more than 1,700 reviews. Rooms are straightforward and air-conditioned, and a restaurant with a bar is on site. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available. Wellesley Road is a short walk away for public transport connections towards London Biggin Hill Airport, so it suits families who are comfortable travelling by public transport.
Near the airport8.0Hampton by Hilton London Croydon
Modern Croydon hotel with free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and fitness center
Why guests love itHampton by Hilton London Croydon is a 4-star hotel rated 8 from more than 1,700 reviews. Modern air-conditioned rooms come with a complimentary breakfast and free Wi-Fi, and a fitness center, a bar, a restaurant and full-service laundry are on site. It is a practical base in Croydon, with good public transport links to London Biggin Hill Airport, so it suits families who are happy to travel by public transport.
Near the airport8.0Premier Inn Swanley hotel
Modern family rooms with free parking and an on-site restaurant
Why guests love itPremier Inn Swanley is one of the more family-ready options near London Biggin Hill Airport: it offers modern en suite family rooms, is listed as kid-friendly, and has a grill restaurant and bar on site, so dinner needs no planning. Rooms are air-conditioned, Wi-Fi is free and parking is free, which suits families arriving by car. The hotel is accessible. I recommend it as a straightforward family base rather than a place with leisure facilities.
Near the airport7.8Days Inn by Wyndham Sevenoaks Clacket Lane
Practical lodging with free Wi-Fi and parking near Biggin Hill Airport
Why guests love itI would book the Days Inn by Wyndham Sevenoaks Clacket Lane when driving to or from London Biggin Hill Airport, since parking is free and the airport is best reached by taxi or car. The informal restaurant and the breakfast cover meals without leaving the site, Wi-Fi is free, and pets are welcome. The hotel is accessible and smoke-free. A 7.8/10 score across 552 reviews suits a practical overnight stop rather than a longer stay.
Near the airport7.8Kings Arms
Georgian inn with elegant rooms, a cellar bar, and free breakfast
Why guests love itKings Arms is a Georgian inn with elegant bedrooms, a cellar bar and a conservatory restaurant, which gives families a proper dinner without going out again. Breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking are included, and pets are welcome in a smoke-free house. Rated 7.8 from 610 reviews, it is a calm base for people travelling by car. Biggin Hill is a 56-minute taxi ride away.
Near the airport7.8Travelodge London Bromley Town Centre
Budget-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi near Bromley South station
Why guests love itTravelodge London Bromley Town Centre is a 2-star budget hotel in Bromley, the London borough that is also home to Biggin Hill Airport. Rooms are straightforward, with flat-screen TVs and air conditioning, and Wi-Fi is free. Bromley South station is a five-minute walk, handy for a family day trip into central London. Parking costs extra, and the hotel is pet-friendly, so the family dog can come too. A 7.8 score from 188 reviews fits a reliable chain hotel.
Near the airport7.8London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday
Polished 1920s hotel with free breakfast and parking near Croydon
Why guests love itLondon Croydon Aerodrome Hotel by Sunday is a polished 4-star hotel in a 1920s building, rated 7.8 from more than 1,400 reviews. Homey rooms come with a complimentary breakfast and free parking, and a restaurant, a bar and full-service laundry are on site. Pet-friendly rooms are available. It is a 5-minute taxi ride from Waddon, which gives access for travellers heading to London Biggin Hill Airport, and it suits families with a car.
Near the airport7.6Travelodge Caterham Whyteleafe
Budget-friendly rooms with free Wi-Fi, a cafe, and easy train access
Why guests love itTravelodge Caterham Whyteleafe is a simple family base in the area of London Biggin Hill Airport. Whyteleafe South station is a 3-minute walk, which helps if you travel without a car, and the cafe, bar and restaurant on site cover meals. Rooms have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, and pets are accepted. Parking costs extra. The 7.6/10 score from 587 reviews is moderate, so I recommend it for one practical night.
Near the airport7.6Kings Arms Hotel
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant, bar, and free parking
Why guests love itI would choose the Kings Arms Hotel for a relaxed pub-hotel stay, not for a quick airport night. This 3-star property is pet-friendly and kid-friendly, with a restaurant and bar, free Wi-Fi, free parking and local attractions a short walk away. Guests rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 22 reviews. Breakfast costs extra, and London Biggin Hill Airport is a 55-minute taxi ride away, so I would plan the transfer.
Near the airport7.6Glendevon House Hotel
Family-run B&B with free breakfast, WiFi, and parking near Biggin Hill
Why guests love itGlendevon House Hotel is a family-run bed and breakfast with basic, casual rooms and a 3-star rating. A free full English breakfast, free WiFi and free parking are included, and it is kid-friendly and smoke-free with a restaurant on site. Guests rate it 7.6 from 77 reviews. It suits families who want a relaxed, homely stay near London Biggin Hill Airport without paying extra for the morning meal.
Near the airport7.6Coulsdon Manor Hotel
Manor house with golf, leisure club, and free parking
Why guests love itCoulsdon Manor Hotel gives families space that airport hotels rarely offer: a manor house set in extensive parkland, a leisure club, and a restaurant with room service. Parking is free, which suits families arriving by car, and pets are accepted, so the dog can come too. The property is accessible. It is not a quick airport stop, as you will need a taxi to London Biggin Hill Airport, but I recommend it for a relaxed night or two before a flight.
Near the airport7.4Travelodge London Beckenham
Air-conditioned, pet-friendly rooms near Beckenham Junction
Why guests love itTravelodge London Beckenham is a smoke-free, pet-friendly hotel with air-conditioned rooms and Wi-Fi, a 7-minute walk from Beckenham Junction. Breakfast is served at Kelsey House, a minute's walk away, and the hotel is accessible. Guests rate it 7.4 from 60 reviews. It is a practical base for travellers who need rail links toward London Biggin Hill Airport, rather than a hotel beside the airport.
Near the airport7.4easyHotel Croydon Town Centre
No-frills rooms near East Croydon station with free Wi-Fi
Why guests love iteasyHotel Croydon Town Centre is a 2-star no-frills hotel rated 7.4 from more than 2,000 reviews. Rooms are functional and air-conditioned, with free Wi-Fi, and the property is smoke-free and accessible. East Croydon train station is a three-minute walk, which suits travellers using public transport towards London Biggin Hill Airport. A business centre is available. It is honest budget accommodation, and the 7.4 rating says to expect the basics.
Near the airport7.0Travelodge Croydon Central
Budget-friendly rooms with a cafe/bar, near public transport for the airport
Why guests love itI see the Travelodge Croydon Central as a simple overnight option for families using London Biggin Hill Airport by public transport. The rooms are bright and straightforward, and Wellesley Road is a minute's walk away, which makes connections in central Croydon easy. A cafe and bar plus a restaurant cover meals without searching the area. The hotel is accessible and pet-friendly. Its 7.0 score points to a no-frills stay, so I would not expect much beyond the basics.
Near the airport0.0Beckenham Park Hotel
4-star hotel near Beckenham Junction for local exploration
Good to know
- 1Book The Landing Hotel early if your flight time is fixed: it is the only hotel on our list with an airport shuttle to London Biggin Hill Airport.
- 2Order your taxi the evening before; our listings put most hotel transfers, from Croydon or Kent, at around 55 to 60 minutes.
- 3Arriving by train from central London, choose Leonardo Hotel London Croydon, a seven-minute walk from East Croydon station.
- 4For an early start with breakfast included, Holiday Inn Express London - Croydon by IHG and Grand Sapphire Banqueting & Hotel both list free breakfast.
- 5Driving yourself, favour hotels with free parking such as The Bromley Court Hotel, PAVILION ORPINGTON or Premier Inn Sevenoaks hotel.
- 6Travelling with a dog, look at Kings Arms, Travelodge London Bromley Town Centre or Travelodge London Beckenham, all listed as pet-friendly.