Fortune Landmark is a long-standing business hotel in Usmanpura, a mostly residential and commercial neighbourhood on the west bank of the Sabarmati, and it is run as a member of the ITC Hotels group's Fortune brand. It has the unfussy, dependable feel of an Indian city hotel that has hosted travellers for years: a clear layout, helpful staff, a lobby that never feels overwhelming and rooms that are comfortable and well maintained. For visitors who want to avoid the crowds and noise of the old city but still be within a short ride of the sights, it is a sensible choice, and its price tends to sit below that of the big international towers. The restaurant offers a mix of Gujarati, North Indian and continental dishes.
Location and getting around
Usmanpura sits close to Ashram Road and the river, so Sabarmati Ashram, the riverfront promenade and the bridges to the old city are all nearby. A rickshaw to the Jama Masjid and Manek Chowk takes about twenty minutes in normal traffic. The airport is roughly half an hour away. Cabs and ride-hailing apps are easy to find outside the hotel, and the front desk can arrange a driver for day trips to Adalaj or Patan.
Rooms and who it suits
Rooms are comfortable and practical, with air conditioning, desks and decent bathrooms. The hotel suits business visitors, couples and small families who want a quiet night after a long day on the road. Families should ask about connecting rooms and extra beds. Breakfast usually includes a good selection of Gujarati favourites such as thepla, dhokla and khichdi alongside Western options, which makes a pleasant start before a food-focused day.
Good to know
Facilities vary by season and renovation cycle, so confirm things like the pool and gym when you book. Gujarat is a dry state, so the hotel does not operate a typical bar. Corporate events can fill the hotel in the winter weeks, so reserve early for peak periods. If you want a more characterful stay, combine a night here with a night at a haveli in the walled city.
Eating and nearby
The streets around Usmanpura have simple restaurants, sweet shops and tea stalls where you can sample everyday Gujarati food at local prices, and the hotel's own restaurant is a safe choice on tired evenings. A short ride takes you to the riverfront or to the busier Ashram Road eateries. If you like to mix sightseeing with downtime, the location works well, because you can return to a calm room in the middle of the day to avoid the worst of the afternoon heat.
Why stay here
- ✓Restaurant on site
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Fitness facilities
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Business services
- ✓Car and driver arranged on request
Good questions
Where is Fortune Landmark?+
In Usmanpura on the west bank of the Sabarmati, near Ashram Road and about twenty minutes from the old city.
Is it suitable for families?+
Yes. Ask about connecting rooms and extra beds when you book.
Can I arrange transfers?+
The front desk can usually arrange airport transfers and day-trip drivers.
