Planning a layover in Frankfurt to shop Germany’s famous Christmas Markets? A serene airport hotel choice is a five-minute, complimentary private shuttle ride away at the Steigenberger Airport Hotel, with door-front access to the city forest and a heavenly plethora of walking and jogging trails beneath the trees. There are even organized jogging outings led by a running expert. Afterward, head directly to the ninth floor, where a well-equipped thermal spa with pool, sauna cabins and steam baths will loosen your muscles and make you forget all about any bumpy air from your inbound flight. A full menu of spa treatments is offered, while the Open Sky fitness center provides panoramic views of the airport to entertain you while you’re working out. Sound-proof windows throughout the property guarantee peace and quiet, despite the airport’s proximity.

WiFi is complimentary throughout the hotel, and meeting rooms can be booked for private meetings on the fly, or for multiple days. Besides sophisticated culinary offerings in Faces restaurant in the main building and a jaw-dropping breakfast spread in Five Continents, specialty regional dishes are served at Unterschweinstiege, a lovely traditional building on the hotel grounds. Modern, recently updated guest rooms and suites feature a soothing forest décor, with greens, browns and a deep-woods motif that extends to wall murals behind the beds. Family rooms sleep up to four with a Murphy Bed and convertible sofa. Opt for the Executive Tower and enjoy city forest views, early check-in and late check-out. Business Rooms feature stone-floored wellness showers with slate walls, separate sitting areas, pullout service center with electric kettle and Nespresso machine and so much storage — including a suitcase bench that doubles as a storage truck — you’ll hope your flight is canceled so you can stay longer.