The Novotel Auckland Airport hotel is within walking distance of the International Terminal, and a free shuttle bus is available for those with little energy after a long flight. The 296 upscale rooms come with plush mattresses and work desks. The accommodations are also soundproofed, so guests don't hear the nearby flights. For busy travelers, there's a first-rate gym, plenty of meeting room space and a great breakfast buffet for a fee. By comparison, the Jet Park Hotel is about a half-mile away from the airport, isn't quite as luxurious and costs a little less.