The Ataturk Olympic Stadium is sandwiched between that main centre of Istanbul and the airport that serves the city; in driving terms that’s circa 20 miles from the airport, which is an important note for plenty of fans jetting in for the game, and 15 miles from the main city hub. Regardless of what direction you’re approaching the stadium though, you’re well covered for travel.
If you’re opting for public transport then your best bet is unquestionably the train. The underground M9 line drops you at Olimpiyat station, which is purpose built to serve the Turkish national team ground. You’ve got the ability to drive to the stadium in your private vehicle as well though with plenty of parking options surrounding the stadium. In terms of how you go about getting there it really depends where you’re starting from. If you’re heading down from the airport then you’re looking to follow the O-7 and then branching off at Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu. If you’re coming from Istanbul centre itself then it’s the O-3, E80 and then, from the other direction, Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu once again.
When you consider the stadium itself, it is hard to believe what you’re about to hear but there is pretty much zero hotel offering in the immediate vicinity of the Turkey national team ground! There is, however, a vast choice within a 10-15 minute drive time radius with hotels covering pretty much every budget. If you’re doing the match – or tour – on a budget then the Ramada Encore by Wyndham Istanbul Basin Express, which is a 3-star hotel, can be snapped up for under £40 per night and it’s just 10 minutes by car. That’s located on the E80 south of the stadium and is a 10 minute walk from a metro stop. You have a similar option towards the airport – again a 10 minute drive from the stadium – by Hilton but the downside is that you lose that train link.
If you’re after more glitz then a more upmarket choice is the 5-star Centro West Side; it’s just five minutes further from the arena than the aforementioned Ramada and, depending on how far in advance you’re booking, you can snap up a room for around the £50-60 mark. Alternatively, you can pinch pennies and rest your head at dem Istanbul hotel. It’s a 15 minute drive with no real link to public transport but with rooms available from under £20 you can’t grumble too much.
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If you’re opting for public transport then your best bet is unquestionably the train. The underground M9 line drops you at Olimpiyat station, which is purpose built to serve the Turkish national team ground. You’ve got the ability to drive to the stadium in your private vehicle as well though with plenty of parking options surrounding the stadium. In terms of how you go about getting there it really depends where you’re starting from. If you’re heading down from the airport then you’re looking to follow the O-7 and then branching off at Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu. If you’re coming from Istanbul centre itself then it’s the O-3, E80 and then, from the other direction, Olimpiyat Stadı Yolu once again.
When you consider the stadium itself, it is hard to believe what you’re about to hear but there is pretty much zero hotel offering in the immediate vicinity of the Turkey national team ground! There is, however, a vast choice within a 10-15 minute drive time radius with hotels covering pretty much every budget. If you’re doing the match – or tour – on a budget then the Ramada Encore by Wyndham Istanbul Basin Express, which is a 3-star hotel, can be snapped up for under £40 per night and it’s just 10 minutes by car. That’s located on the E80 south of the stadium and is a 10 minute walk from a metro stop. You have a similar option towards the airport – again a 10 minute drive from the stadium – by Hilton but the downside is that you lose that train link.
If you’re after more glitz then a more upmarket choice is the 5-star Centro West Side; it’s just five minutes further from the arena than the aforementioned Ramada and, depending on how far in advance you’re booking, you can snap up a room for around the £50-60 mark. Alternatively, you can pinch pennies and rest your head at dem Istanbul hotel. It’s a 15 minute drive with no real link to public transport but with rooms available from under £20 you can’t grumble too much.
Ataturk Olympic Stadium
The Ataturk Olympic Stadium was built for the Olympics but instead has become a glorious home to several different club teams. Here is all you need to know.
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