Ask for a room facing the airport, for example room 154 has reported excellent views of the runway.

Location ** Situated on the north side of the perimeter about a 10 minute ride away from the terminal comples.

Spotting *** Most aircraft can be read off from suitable rooms. The final approach, and threshold of runway 18L can be viewed from airport facing rooms. If you have a scanner most aircraft will call up with their reg when they check in on frequency. It is reprted that to get everything a SBS is essential

Photos * Poor quality due to distance from terminal and haze etc

Value * From around £100 but worth the cost due to lack of hassle !

The hotel can be booked HERE

View from the Radisson Blu. Credit Mark Curren

For a list of other hotels close to Istanbul Airport click HERE