Gateway Ahmedabad Sindhu Bhavan is a modern hotel on Sindhu Bhavan Road, the stylish boulevard in western Ahmedabad lined with restaurants, cafes, boutiques and malls. This is the part of the city where young Ahmedabadis go out in the evening, so the hotel suits visitors who want a lively social scene and plenty of dining choices on the doorstep. The hotel has a contemporary design with clean lines, a smart lobby and rooms that are quiet and well equipped. It is farther from the old city than the riverside hotels, but the ring road makes it a convenient base for excursions toward Gandhinagar, Adalaj, Modhera and the Rann, and for travellers arriving by car.
Location and getting around
Sindhu Bhavan Road is on the western side of the city, and the walled city is around thirty minutes away by taxi in normal conditions. The airport is also about thirty minutes away. Rickshaws and ride-hailing cars are easy to find, and the neighbourhood has plenty of restaurants within walking distance, which is a rarity in Ahmedabad. Adalaj Stepwell and Gandhinagar are close enough for easy half-day trips.
Rooms and who it suits
Rooms are modern, spacious and well lit, with comfortable beds and good air conditioning. The hotel is a good fit for business travellers, couples and groups who prefer a modern style to a heritage atmosphere. Families should ask about larger rooms and connecting options. Breakfast is typically a full buffet with Gujarati and international dishes, and the on-site restaurants provide a convenient dinner on tired evenings.
Good to know
As the property has changed brand names in recent years, check the current name and facilities on your booking confirmation, and confirm details such as pool and gym access with the hotel. Gujarat is a dry state, so alcohol is not served in the usual way. Weekend nights on Sindhu Bhavan Road can be noisy, so ask for a higher floor if you are a light sleeper. Peak seasons, such as the winter wedding period, raise prices quickly.
Eating and nearby
Sindhu Bhavan Road is the city's modern dining strip, with cafes, bakeries, Gujarati thali restaurants, North Indian grills and international kitchens, so you can eat somewhere different every night without leaving the area. Shopping malls and boutiques are close, and the area is lively until late. It is an easy base for travellers who like to wander, browse and sample different cuisines, and who prefer to leave the old-city sights for daytime outings.
Staff are accustomed to guests who arrive late from the airport or return after a long drive, and can usually arrange a quick meal in the room.
Why stay here
- ✓Restaurants on site
- ✓Breakfast buffet
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Business facilities
- ✓Many restaurants nearby
- ✓Car hire on request
Good questions
Is it near the old city?+
It is around thirty minutes away by road, so it suits travellers who prefer a modern base.
Is the area good for restaurants?+
Yes, Sindhu Bhavan Road is known for restaurants, cafes and shops.
Has the hotel changed its name?+
The property has traded under different brand names, so check the name on your booking confirmation.
