Economy
- 3
- 3
- One way
- €65
- Round trip
- €130
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Istanbul Airport to Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel Transfer & Taxi
In Nişantaşı, about 42 km · 40 min from the airport. Private, fixed-price transfer to the hotel entrance – pay in the vehicle.
- from €65
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Pay in the vehicle
At a glance
Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel is about 42 km from Istanbul Airport (IST), around 40 min by car. A private DriveOnPort transfer costs from €65 per vehicle one way (Economy, up to 3 passengers); the VIP Sprinter for up to 16 passengers costs €100. The price is fixed and paid in the vehicle.
- Route
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel, Nişantaşı
- Distance
- ~42 km
- Travel time
- ~40 min
- Price
- from €65 one way · €130 return (per vehicle)
- Vehicles
- Economy €65 (3 passengers) · First Class €70 (6 passengers) · VIP Sprinter €100 (16 passengers)
- Service
- Private door-to-door, meet & greet with name sign, flight tracking, free cancellation
- Return to the airport
- leave the hotel 2 h 45 min (domestic) / 3 h 45 min (international) before departure
Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel transfer & taxi prices
Prices are per vehicle and follow the fixed Nişantaşı rates. Round trips are charged for each direction.
The hotel and its location
Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel is a city hotel on Barbaros Boulevard in the Gayrettepe part of Beşiktaş. Zorlu Center and Yıldız Palace are a short walk away, while Yıldız Park, Mecidiyeköy Square and Cevahir Shopping Mall are a short drive. The hotel also sits close to the Levent business district. Neighbouring hotels include Point Hotel Barbaros, Cheya Hotel & Suites Beşiktaş and Febor Park İstanbul Levent Hotel.
The route between Sabiha Gökçen and Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel crosses one of the Bosphorus bridges, and Istanbul traffic can slow things down at busy times. When you schedule your return transfer, especially in the evening, allow extra time before your flight.
Around the hotel
Straight-line distances; walking times are approximate.
| Place | Distance | On foot |
|---|---|---|
| Zorlu Center | 960 m | 13 min walk |
| Yıldız Palace | 980 m | 13 min walk |
| Yıldız Park | 1.3 km | 17 min walk |
| Mecidiyeköy Square | 1.5 km | 19 min walk |
| Cevahir Shopping Mall | 1.5 km | 19 min walk |
| Zincirlikuyu Mosque | 1.5 km | 20 min walk |
| Teşvikiye Mosque | 1.7 km | 22 min walk |
| Çırağan Palace | 1.8 km | 23 min walk |
Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel to Istanbul Airport Transfer & Taxi (return)
The drive from the hotel to the airport takes about 40 min. We recommend leaving the hotel at least 2 h 45 min before a domestic departure and 3 h 45 min before an international one; allow a little extra at peak times.
Domestic2 h 45 minbefore departure, leave the hotel
International3 h 45 minbefore departure, leave the hotel
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the Istanbul Airport – Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel transfer.
How long is the transfer from Istanbul Airport to Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel?
Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel is in Nişantaşı, about 42 km from the airport; the drive takes around 40 min in normal traffic. The price is fixed and does not change with traffic or flight delays.
How much is a transfer to Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel?
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. One way: Economy €65 (3 passengers), First Class €70 (6 passengers), VIP Sprinter €100 (16 passengers). Taxes, tolls and meet & greet are included.
Is this a taxi or a transfer from Istanbul Airport to Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel?
It works like a private airport taxi booked in advance: only your group travels in the car, door to door from Istanbul Airport to Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel. Unlike a metered taxi, the price is fixed when you book – from €65 per vehicle – with no surcharge for traffic or luggage, and the driver waits for you with a name sign.
Will the driver drop me at the Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel entrance?
Yes. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel entrance (Barbaros Bulvarı 145 Gayrettepe). If vehicles cannot reach the entrance at that moment, you will be dropped at the closest accessible point.
When should I leave Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel for my flight from Istanbul Airport?
The drive takes about 40 min. We recommend leaving the hotel at least 2 h 45 min before a domestic departure and 3 h 45 min before an international one. You can book the return with "Add return" when booking.
What is near Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel?
The closest places to the hotel: Zorlu Center (960 m, 13 min walk), Yıldız Palace (980 m, 13 min walk) and Yıldız Park (1.3 km, 17 min walk). Distances are straight-line.
We are a large group – which vehicle should we choose for Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel?
Our largest vehicle for Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel is the VIP Sprinter, carrying up to 16 passengers for €100 one way. Vehicles that suit your group size are shown automatically when you book.