TripAdvisor Best of the Best Award
Al's Taxi is receiving TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice award for the 6th time consecutively since 2019. We encourage you to visit our TripAdvisor page and read our customers' reviews about our service and its quality. We promise excellence.
ABOUT A’JIA HOTEL
A’jia Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel set inside a restored Bosphorus-front yalı (waterside mansion) in the quiet village of Kanlıca, Beykoz. It’s known for its thoughtful blend of Ottoman architectural heritage and contemporary interior design, offering uninterrupted views across the Bosphorus. The hotel features a spa, a restaurant terrace overlooking the water, and stylish accommodations, and is frequently praised for its tranquil, boutique atmosphere and attentive service.
Address: Kanlıca Ahmet Rasim Paşa Yalısı, Halide Edip Adıvar Cad. No:27, 34810 Beykoz/Istanbul
💶 Fixed Transfer Prices
- Istanbul Airport (IST): €55 one-way / €105 round trip
- Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW): €40 one-way / €75 round trip
❓ Airport Transfer to A’jia Hotel – FAQ
⏱️ How long does it take to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to A’jia Hotel?
Usually between 55 and 85 minutes depending on traffic. Since the hotel sits on the northern Bosphorus shore, your driver typically crosses via a suspension bridge or the Eurasia Tunnel before following the scenic coastal road up through Kanlıca.
🌉 How long does it take from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)?
Considerably quicker — both the airport and the hotel are on the Asian side, so no strait crossing is needed.
💶 What are the fixed transfer prices from both airports?
€55 one-way / €105 round trip from Istanbul Airport (IST); €40 one-way / €75 round trip from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).
🚗 Can vehicles reach the hotel directly, given its location inside a historic yalı?
Yes — our drivers know the coastal road and A’jia Hotel’s private waterfront driveway, dropping you right at the entrance with luggage assistance.
👋 Is meet and greet included?
Yes — your driver waits inside arrivals holding a clear sign with your name.
🔒 Is the transfer private?
Yes — entirely private and door-to-door, with no shared shuttles or extra stops.
💳 Do we need to pay in advance?
No — no card details or prepayment required. Settle in cash with your driver on arrival.
👶 Can we request a child seat?
Yes — infant, toddler, or booster seats arranged during booking, pre-installed before pickup.
✈️ What happens if our flight is delayed?
We track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup automatically at no extra cost.
🏛️ What makes A’jia Hotel’s design distinctive?
A blend of Ottoman heritage and contemporary design inside a historic Bosphorus mansion, with a spa, waterfront restaurant terrace, and a tranquil boutique atmosphere.
🌊 Is Kanlıca a good base away from the busier tourist areas?
Yes — a quiet historic village known for its yogurt shops and calm Bosphorus promenade, a relaxed alternative to Beyoğlu or Sultanahmet while still reachable by car or ferry.
🔁 Can I book a return transfer?
Yes — return transfers to either airport can be booked in advance, as part of a round trip or separately.