The Çukurova Airport to Ulu Resort Hotel transfer is one of the longer hotel runs in the region. The airport sits near Tarsus; the hotel lies at Yanışlı in the Gülnar district, past Mersin, past Erdemli, past Silifke, on the coast road as it heads west into the mountains. Plains, city, beach and finally a winding cliff road. Here is how the journey unfolds, from touchdown to the hotel entrance.
Meeting You at Arrivals
On a long road trip, the first rule is not to lose time at the airport. Add your flight number when you book and we track the flight. If it is delayed, your pickup time moves with the landing time, so nobody is watching the clock. Walk out into the arrivals hall and you will see a sign with your name on it.
Expect a short wait at baggage reclaim in the summer season. Once you have your cases, the car is ready and you are on your way. If you need a child seat, simply add it to your booking as an extra.
From the Plain to the Cliffs
The first part of the drive is flat and easy. The car heads towards Mersin, crosses the city and joins the coast road west through Erdemli. Greenhouses and citrus orchards on one side, the sea on the other. The sea castle at Kızkalesi is one of the familiar sights along the way.
At Silifke the road changes. The Göksu delta falls behind, and after Taşucu the coast road starts climbing over rocky headlands. Bends come thick and fast as the road loops around one bay after another. Yanışlı lies within this winding section. For the final stretch the car turns off towards the hotel's side of the coast and drops you at the entrance.
Choosing a Car for a Long Ride
On a short city transfer the vehicle class hardly matters. On this one it does. The distance and the twisting last section make a comfortable seat and a roomy boot worth having.
- Couple with light luggage: Business Sedan
- Couple or three travellers wanting extra room: Premium Sedan or Comfort Class
- Family with children and plenty of cases: VIP Vito
- Small family who want to rest on the way: Ultra VIP Vito
- Two families or a group of friends: eight-seat Mercedes Vito
- Wedding party, company retreat or large holiday group: Mercedes Sprinter or Ultra VIP Sprinter
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, which makes a real difference for groups on a long route. The booking form lists every class side by side.
Morning Landing or Late Arrival?
When choosing a flight, think about your landing time alongside the hotel's check-in time. An early morning arrival may get you to the hotel before rooms are ready, so raise it with the hotel in advance. With a late evening landing, the last stretch of coast road is driven in the dark; the trip is the same, you simply arrive closer to midnight.
For more on the hotel's setting and day trips to Silifke or Kızkalesi, see our Ulu Resort Hotel page.
Sort Out the Return Now
You do not need a separate booking for the way back. Use the “Add return” option to put the hotel-to-airport leg on the same reservation. Count backwards from your flight when choosing the pickup time: allow for the length of the drive, summer traffic and airport formalities, then add a margin. If your dates or flight change, send a change request from the My Reservation page. To start, choose Çukurova Airport as your pickup point and Ulu Resort Hotel as your destination, then enter your flight number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which way does the car go from the airport to Yanışlı?
The car heads to Mersin, then west along the coast road through Erdemli and Silifke. After Taşucu the road becomes a winding cliff route, and Yanışlı sits along that stretch. The driver chooses the exact route based on traffic on the day; all you need to do is select the hotel when booking.
It is a long drive. Can we stop for the children?
Small passengers may need a break on a long journey. Mention it in the notes field when booking or tell the driver on the way. Child seats can be added to the booking as an extra, and noting the child's age helps us prepare the right seat for the trip.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
When you add your flight number to the booking, we track your flight. If it lands late, the pickup time is adjusted to the actual arrival, so there is no need to call us or rebook. You will be met at the arrivals exit with a name sign and the journey starts from there.
How early should I leave the hotel on departure day?
We would rather not give a fixed figure, because the drive is long and traffic varies by season. Work out your pickup time backwards from your flight, include check-in and security at the airport, and add a generous margin. When you add the return leg with “Add return”, you set that time in the form.
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