Does everyone think downtown layovers need to be reevaluated? A lot of them are run down, potentially dangerous, full of panhandlers, have poor food choices, noisy, and are a long drive from the airport. Some are still ok, but most are not good layovers anymore. Most people I fly with agree with this assessment. . The suburb or airport layovers seem to have much better food choices, are quieter for better sleeping, are safer for walking and jogging outside, and are closer to the airport.