TRANSPORTATION & DIRACTIONS

How to Reach Wyndham Grand Levent Hotel – Istanbul

From Istanbul Airport (IST)

• By Taxi:
  After exiting the arrivals hall, follow signs for the official taxi ranks just outside the terminal. Use yellow (standard) taxis or book via the official app iTaksi.
  Travel time: 35–45 minutes (depending on traffic)
• By Metro:
  1. Follow signs inside the terminal to the M11 Metro Line (airport metro station is inside the terminal, lower level).
  2. Take the M11 to Kağıthane Station.
  3. Transfer to the M7 Line toward Yıldız, and get off at Levent Station.
  4. Wyndham Grand Levent is directly connected to the station via the Metrocity AVM exit.
  Travel time: ~60 minutes

From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)

• By Taxi:
  Official yellow taxis are available outside the arrivals exit.
  Travel time: 60–90 minutes (depending on traffic)
• By Shuttle + Metro:
  1. Take the Havabus shuttle from outside the arrivals terminal to Taksim Square (runs every 30 min).
  2. Walk to Taksim Metro Station, and take the M2 Line toward Hacıosman.
  3. Get off at Levent Station and exit via Metrocity AVM to reach the hotel.
  Total travel time: ~90–100 minutes

Public Transportation Nearby

• Metro: Levent Station (M2, M6, and M7 lines) is within walking distance.
• Metrobüs: Zincirlikuyu Station (connected via a short taxi or metro ride).

Public Transport Tips

• IstanbulKart (rechargeable card) is required for metro, tram, bus, and ferry. Available at vending machines at both airports.
• Levent Metro Station (M2) is the closest stop to the venue.
• For Metrobüs: Get off at Zincirlikuyu Station, then take the M2 metro (1 stop to Levent) or a short taxi ride (5–10 minutes).

Istanbulkart Mobile App

For a more convenient experience, visitors can download the Istanbulkart Mobile App to top up their transportation card, check balances, and view travel history.

• Available in English
• Compatible with iOS and Android
• Features: QR code boarding (on some lines), nearby top‑up points, balance alerts

App name: Istanbulkart – Public Transport
Download: Available on the App Store and Google Play

Tip: You can also use your contactless credit card on most metro and bus lines, though Istanbulkart is more widely accepted and cost‑effective.