Best Airports to Sleep In: Changi Ranked World's No. 1, Taoyuan Asia's No. 6

▲ Taoyuan International Airport was selected as the 6th place in the "2013 Asia’s Best Airports to Sleep In" due to its bright and spacious spaces, uniquely themed waiting lounge designs, among other reasons. The photo shows the Hello Kitty-themed waiting lounge in Terminal 2. (Photo / fromTaoyuan International Airport’s fan page, the same below)

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Modern airports are no longer just transportation hubs for travelers going to and from various places and overseas, but also feature entertainment, shopping, art, hotels, and more. Many travelers sometimes have to spend the night at airports due to various reasons during their journeys, and the "sleeping service quality" of airports has become increasingly important to them. The well-known travel website "The Guide to Sleeping in Airport" announced on the 15th the world’s and each continent’s top 10 best airports to sleep in, with Taoyuan International Airport ranking sixth in the "Asia’s Best Airports to Sleep In."

The rankings of the best airports to sleep in are selected by global netizens based on the 4Cs (Comfort, Cleanliness, Convenience, and Customer Service). Although Taoyuan Airport did not make it into the top 10 of the "World’s Best Airports to Sleep In," it secured the 6th place among the best in all of Asia.

Netizens believe that passengers transiting through Taoyuan Airport can fully enjoy a comfortable and relaxing resting space. In addition to offering free WiFi and 24-hour food areas, the transit waiting areas also provide free restrooms equipped with large towels and toiletries from well-known brands, as well as themed waiting lounges where you can’t enter Taiwan but can still appreciate the beauty of Taiwan’s characteristics. Moreover, netizens specifically mentioned, "When I sought guidance and assistance from the airport staff, their kind, friendly, and proactive attitude left a deep impression on me." Upon learning this news, Taoyuan International Airport Corporation also expressed pride in the recognition.

▲ Lounge Reading Room

▲ The San Taizi Folk-Themed Waiting Lounge located between Gates B2 and B3 on Level B2-B3 of Terminal 1

▲ Brightly lit nursing room

The airport that took the No. 1 spot for both "World’s Best to Sleep In" and "Asia’s Best to Sleep In" isSingapore’s Changi International Airport. Netizens said that the airport offers numerous long seats and cushions suitable for sleeping, with security personnel patrolling throughout the night to ensure passenger safety while resting. Additionally, there are leisure facilities such as a swimming pool and sauna, and the comfortable airport environment has earned Changi Airport the "Airport Sleep Award" for 17 consecutive years.

Meanwhile, located in Bergamo, Italy, theOrio al Serio International Airportis uncomfortable due to the cold, noise, and limited seating forcing overnight passengers to sleep on the floor, only to be kicked out by cleaning staff in the middle of the night—earning it the title of"2013 World’s Worst Airport to Sleep In"from netizens. They said, "If you really have to spend the night at Bergamo Airport, it’s best to buy a coffee at a 24-hour café and wait. Don’t plan on continuing to sleep after the cleaning staff finish, because the security will kick you out!"

▲ %The airport environment is well-maintained and relatively quiet, with comfortable seating for adequate rest (below), and security personnel patrol the airport late at night to ensure passenger safety (above). (Photo / provided by netizen wayne)

[2013 Asia’s Best Airports to Sleep In Rankings]　　　　　　　

1. Singapore — Changi International Airport　

2. South Korea — Incheon International Airport, Seoul

3. Hong Kong — Hong Kong International Airport

4. Malaysia — Kuala Lumpur International Airport　　　　　　　　　

5. Thailand — Bangkok International Airport　

6. Taiwan — Taoyuan International Airport

7. Japan — Narita International Airport, Tokyo

8. Japan   Kansai International Airport (Osaka)　　　　　　　　　  

9. India   Indira Gandhi International Airport (New Delhi)                                       

10. India   Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Hyderabad)                                 

【2013's World's Best Airports to Sleep In】

1. Singapore   Changi Airport

2. South Korea   Incheon International Airport (Seoul)

3. Netherlands   Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

4. Hong Kong   Hong Kong International Airport

5. Finland   Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

6. Germany   Munich International Airport

7. Switzerland   Zurich Airport

8. Malaysia   Kuala Lumpur International Airport

9. Canada   Vancouver International Airport

10. Germany   Frankfurt Airport