Rahul Mathur, a founder-turned-venture capitalist, recently shared his unusual overnight stay inside Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 3 (T3) on X, drawing widespread attention online. His experience began when his Bengaluru to San Francisco flight was unexpectedly cancelled, leaving him with a 13-hour layover from 8 pm to 9 am. Instead of waiting in the terminal lounges, Mathur decided to check into the only hotel located inside T3.

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“This badminton court is inside Delhi’s T3 building – I discovered this because I stayed overnight inside the terminal yesterday,” he wrote, posting a photo of the full-sized indoor court. He also shared glimpses of the hotel gym, describing a unique running experience.

A Gym With A View and 24-Hour Dining

“I did a quick 30 min run a few hours back – the treadmills overlook the airport tarmac – you can see flights take off & land – and you can see the NH-48 road,” Mathur wrote, along with a picture capturing the expansive airport view. He noted that the hotel provides a 24-hour restaurant, complimentary meals for AMEX bookings, and breakfast in the morning, making the stay convenient despite the late hour.

Mathur described the “strangest part” of his stay as the view from his room. “My room overlooked the main check-in area at T3 – so there was a silent buzzing noise in the background (despite really good sound suppression in the room),” he wrote. His post highlighted the unexpected perks of airport hotels, combining functionality with quirky experiences that many travelers rarely witness.

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This glimpse into IGI T3’s hidden facilities has captivated travelers online, showcasing how airport hotels can turn a stressful layover into an unusual and memorable adventure.