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ABOUT UPSIDE APARTMENTS BY URBAN QUARTERS
Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters is a centrally located accommodation property in Beyoğlu, Istanbul, on İstiklal Avenue in the Tomtom area. Its location makes it a convenient choice for visitors who want to stay close to the energy of central Istanbul while enjoying easy access to restaurants, cafés, shopping streets, and historic landmarks in the surrounding Pera and Galata area. With its practical city-center setting, Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters is well suited for travelers looking for a comfortable base with straightforward airport transfer access from both Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Address: Tomtom, İstiklal St. No:213, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
Private Airport Transfer to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters
Al’s Taxi provides private airport transfers from Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters in Beyoğlu. This is a fixed-price, door-to-door service with professional drivers,
meet and greet at arrivals, luggage assistance, and optional child seats.
💶 Fixed Transfer Prices
Istanbul Airport (IST): €47.5 one-way / €90 round trip
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW): €50 one-way / €95 round trip
Why book a private transfer?
A pre-booked airport transfer to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters gives you a direct and reliable ride without taxi queues, fare uncertainty, or unnecessary waiting after your flight. Your driver meets you at the airport and takes you straight to your accommodation in central Beyoğlu.
Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters Transfer FAQs
💶 What is the fixed private transfer fare from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters?
Private chauffeured airport transfers from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters in Beyoğlu are guaranteed at a fixed flat rate of €47.50 for a one-way trip and €90.00 for a pre-booked round-trip. The fare includes standard highway transit, 24/7 meet & greet, live flight tracking, and full luggage handling with zero traffic surge fees.
🌉 What is the private transfer rate from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters?
Private transfers from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) on the Asian side to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters on İstiklal Avenue are fixed at €50.00 for a one-way transfer and €95.00 for a round-trip booking, covering standard highway corridors and Bosphorus bridge crossings.
⏱️ How long does the private transfer take from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Upside Apartments?
The driving distance between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters is roughly 38 to 44 km. Under normal traffic conditions via the European highway ring and the Piyalepaşa / Meşrutiyet corridor, travel time typically averages 40 to 55 minutes door-to-door.
🛣️ What is the expected driving time from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to the apartments in Beyoğlu?
The route from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) across the Bosphorus to Beyoğlu covers approximately 42 to 48 km. A direct private transfer via standard bridge crossings generally takes 50 to 75 minutes depending on live commuter traffic.
🚶♂️ How does drop-off work since Upside Apartments is located directly on İstiklal Avenue?
Because İstiklal Caddesi is a pedestrian-only boulevard with historic tram traffic, vehicles drop passengers off at the nearest accessible vehicular access point on Meşrutiyet Caddesi or Yeni Çarşı Caddesi in Galatasaray (less than a 1 to 2-minute flat walk, approx. 100 meters). Your chauffeur assists with carrying all heavy luggage directly toward the building entrance at İstiklal Caddesi No:213.
🙋♂️ Where will our private chauffeur meet us inside the airport arrivals terminal?
After clearing passport control, customs, and baggage claim at IST or SAW airport, proceed directly into the main public arrivals greeting hall. Your dedicated chauffeur or greeting coordinator will be waiting holding a prominent name board. They assist with all heavy suitcases and escort your party straight to your executive VIP vehicle.
✈️ What happens if our incoming flight to IST or SAW is delayed?
We monitor all incoming flights in real time using active aviation radar tracking. Your pickup schedule automatically recalibrates to match your actual runway touchdown time at zero additional fee, ensuring your driver is positioned at the terminal when your flight lands.
🚐 What vehicle categories are available for transfers to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters?
Our primary fleet features executive Mercedes-Benz Vito VIP minivans (fitting up to 6 passengers with spacious luggage capacity, reclining leather seats, dual-zone climate control, and USB charging ports) as well as Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibuses for larger groups and families of 10 to 16 passengers.
👶 Can I pre-request ISOFIX-certified child and infant safety seats for the ride?
Yes. Pre-sanitized infant capsules (0–13 kg), toddler car seats (9–18 kg), and booster cushions fitted with ISOFIX anchors are available upon request. Simply specify your child’s age in the online reservation notes.
📍 How close is Upside Apartments to Galata Tower, Taksim Square, and the Pera Museum?
The property enjoys a prime central location in Beyoğlu: Galatasaray Square is a 2-minute walk (approx. 150 meters), the Pera Museum and historic Pera Palace Hotel are 4 minutes away, Galata Tower is a scenic 8-minute downhill stroll, and Taksim Square is an 8 to 10-minute walk up İstiklal Avenue.
💳 How and when do I pay for my private airport transfer to Upside Apartments by Urban Quarters?
Payment is completed directly with your chauffeur upon arrival in Beyoğlu. You can settle the guaranteed flat rate in cash using Euros (€), US Dollars ($), British Pounds (£), or Turkish Liras (₺) with zero advance online credit card deposit required.