Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul airport transfer
A private, fixed-price ride from the airport to the hotel door.
Arriving at the hotel
- The entrance is on Hayrettin İskelesi Sokak, reached by a short turn toward the water from Dolmabahçe Caddesi.
- If you are heading to the European side, the route (bridge or tunnel) is chosen according to live traffic, and crossing tolls are paid on the way.
From Sabiha Gökçen Airport to the hotel: the route
The hotel is in Beşiktaş; the main road sequence is below, and the last few hundred metres depend on the hotel entrance.
- Abdi İpekçi Caddesiabout 1.8 km
- D-100 (E-5) highwayabout 23.2 km
- O-1 ring roadabout 7.3 km
- Barbaros Bulvarıabout 1 km
The Bosphorus is crossed via the 15 July Martyrs Bridge. Source: OpenStreetMap. The road may change with traffic; the price does not.
Airport options
| Airport | Distance | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gökçen Airport | 40.7 km | ~45 min (peak ~75) | €38 |
| Istanbul Airport | 45.6 km | ~65 min (peak ~100) | €43 |
Which airport is better?
For Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, Sabiha Gökçen Airport is the closer airport: 40.7 km and about 45 minutes, against 45.6 km and about 65 minutes from Istanbul Airport. If you can choose your flight, landing at SAW saves about 20 minutes on the road.
Distances from Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Straight-line distance from the hotel to key areas; road distance is usually a little longer.
| Area | Straight line | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Nişantaşı | 1.3 km | north-west |
| Taksim | 1.6 km | west |
| Üsküdar | 1.9 km | south-east |
| Karaköy & Galata | 2.9 km | south-west |
| Levent | 4.4 km | north |
| Sultanahmet | 4.5 km | south-west |
Closest hotels: Swissôtel The Bosphorus (0.4 km), Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus (0.5 km), Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus (0.7 km).
After check-out: when to leave for the airport
| International flight | Domestic flight | |
|---|---|---|
| Sabiha Gökçen Airport | 4 h – 4 h 30 min | 3 h – 3 h 30 min |
| Istanbul Airport | 4 h 30 min – 5 h | 3 h 30 min – 4 h |
Time to leave before departure (quiet – rush hour). Your airline's advice comes first.
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Shangri-La Bosphorus stands beside Dolmabahçe Palace in Beşiktaş, in a building converted from a former tobacco warehouse. It is known for its Bosphorus-view rooms, an Asian restaurant and a spa with an indoor pool. The Beşiktaş pier and the Naval Museum are within walking distance, and Taksim is a short drive away. Sea-facing rooms look across to the Asian shore, the Maiden's Tower and the skyline of the old city. Its meeting rooms and ballroom are also handy for corporate events in central Beşiktaş.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul?
40.7 km, about 45 min off-peak. Private transfers start from €38 (per vehicle, one way).
How much is a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul?
45.6 km, about 65 min off-peak. Private transfers start from €43 (per vehicle, one way).
Where will the driver drop me at the hotel?
The entrance is on Hayrettin İskelesi Sokak, reached by a short turn toward the water from Dolmabahçe Caddesi.
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