Overnight layover guide. Sleeping facilities in the public zone or boarding area
Please note that some published services and schedules may be subject to change. If the idea is to spend the night in the public area, consider a plan B in case the stay inside the airport is only allowed for those who are about to board.
Overnight at the airport
Bahrain airport is open 24 hours a day, and you'll be able to stay overnight if you have an early morning flight or if your flight is delayed. Just remember to bring a warm coat, as the air conditioning can make nights inside the terminal very chilly.
Where to rest: Inside the terminal, you'll find plenty of benches, especially by the boarding gates. There are comfortable couches, recliners and armless seats to choose from, and you can put several of them together to make a good place to sleep. In the Departures area, there are also several VIP lounges that are open 24 hours a day, but the maximum stay in some cases is 3 hours. For a better rest, there is a hotel in the boarding area and another in front of the enclosure.
Baggage: There are no luggage storage facilities within the airport at this time.
Eating and drinking: Many of the available options remain open throughout the night.
Wi-Fi: Free and unlimited.
Other services available around the clock: ATMs, currency exchange bureaux, baby care rooms, pharmacy.
Booking accommodation
Nearby Hotels
The Bahrain Airport Hotel is located next to gate 15, in the Departures area, while the Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain is located opposite the site. Other accommodation in the surrounding area is serviced by shuttle buses to and from the airport.
Majestic Arjaan by Rotana (2.4 km/1.5 miles)
Elite Resort & Spa (3.6 km/2.2 miles)
Novotel Bahrain Al Dana Resort (3.7 km/2.3 miles)
Address Beach Resort Bahrain (4 km/2.5 miles)
Vida Beach Resort Marassi Al Bahrain (4.1 km/2.5 miles)