İstanbul Polat Renaissance Hotel
Address: Yeşilyurt, Sahil Yolu Cd. No:2, 34149 Bakırköy/İstanbul
From Istanbul Airport (IST)
Transport | Route Details | Approx. Time |
Metro + Marmaray | M11 Metro from Istanbul Airport → Gayrettepe → metro connection to Yenikapı → Marmaray from Yenikapı → Yeşilyurt Station → walk to the hotel | 70–90 min |
Airport Shuttle (HAVAŞ / Havaist) + Bus | Airport shuttle from IST to Bakırköy → from Bakırköy take Bus 73B (Bakırköy – Yeşilköy Sahil) → get off at Yeşilyurt / Renaissance Polat Hotel stop → walk to the hotel | 80–110 min |
Taxi | Direct taxi from Istanbul Airport to the hotel | 45–90 min |
From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)
Transport | Route Details | Approx. Time |
Metro + Marmaray | Metro from SAW → Ayrılık Çeşmesi → Marmaray from Ayrılık Çeşmesi → Yeşilyurt Station → walk to the hotel | 90–110 min |
Airport Shuttle (HAVAŞ / Havabüs) + Marmaray | Airport shuttle from SAW to Kadıköy → Marmaray from Ayrılık Çeşmesi → Yeşilyurt Station → walk to the hotel | 100–130 min |
Taxi | Direct taxi from Sabiha Gökçen Airport to the hotel | 40–80 min |
Useful Information
- Bus 73B (Bakırköy – Yeşilköy Sahil) stops directly near the hotel area.
- Yeşilyurt Marmaray Station is the closest rail station and within walking distance of 5 minutes.
- Taxis are available 24/7 at both airports.
- Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- Click here to updated Bus Stations
Istanbul City Ferries (Şehir Hatları)
Istanbul City Ferries, operated by Şehir Hatları, provide a scenic and efficient way to travel between the European and Asian sides of the city, as well as along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn.
Main ferry routes frequently used by visitors include:
- Eminönü – Kadıköy
- Eminönü – Üsküdar
- Karaköy – Kadıköy
- Beşiktaş – Kadıköy
- Beşiktaş – Üsküdar
Ferries operate regularly throughout the day; however, departure times and frequencies may vary depending on weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.
🔗 Up-to-date ferry routes and timetables:
https://www.sehirhatlari.istanbul/en
🚇 Istanbul Metro & Rail Systems
Istanbul has an extensive and modern metro and rail network, including metro lines, trams, and the Marmaray rail system, offering fast and convenient access across the city.
Key lines for international visitors include:
- M1A Yenikapı – Atatürk Airport
- M2 Yenikapı – Hacıosman (city center & business districts)
- M4 Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen Airport
- Marmaray Halkalı – Gebze (intercontinental rail connection)
⏰ Metro and rail services generally operate from early morning until late night. Operating hours and service intervals may vary by line.
🔗 Official metro map and timetables:
https://www.metro.istanbul/en
ℹ️ Official Public Transportation Information (IETT)
For all public transportation options in Istanbul — including buses, ferries, metro, trams, and Marmaray — participants are strongly advised to consult the official Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality transportation website:
🔗 IETT – Istanbul Public Transportation
https://www.iett.istanbul/en
This website provides:
- Real-time route information
- Updated timetables
- Journey planning tools
- Service announcements and changes