Good tip, didn't think of that. The Swissotel is in the middle of New Town and could be a nicer place to spend time. To get there you can just book a prepaid taxi opposite baggage claim in the domestic terminal. Getting back you might have to take the hotel shuttle (a lot of crews stay there), but the shuttle will not be free.

http://www.swissotel.com/EN/Destinat...SubGallery.htm

Decent restaurant with new decor. The outdoor stuff will probably not usable due to the monsoon rains.