Hotel The Grand

About Hotel The Grand

Hotel The Grand suits travellers who need a no-frills base in East Ahmedabad. The 2-star property keeps things simple: a room, a bed and a functional bathroom. It works for solo visitors or small groups on a tight budget who plan to spend most of their time out exploring the city. The location places you away from the tourist crowds, which some guests prefer for a quieter stay.

This is a budget hotel with a 2-star official rating. The booking supplier reports a guest score of 4.7 out of 5 from 103 reviews, indicating that past guests found the basics done well. What is listed is a 24-hour front desk, free car parking and wheelchair accessibility. Confirm any additional needs directly with the property.

Rooms and listed facilities

The listed facilities at Hotel The Grand include a 24-hour front desk, free car parking and wheelchair accessibility. For couples or families, this means you can check in at any hour and park a vehicle at no extra cost. The wheelchair-accessible access helps guests with mobility needs. Rooms are likely basic, no listed views, air-conditioning or dining, so confirm amenities such as attached bathrooms, TV or Wi-Fi with the property before booking.

The setting

Hotel The Grand is on the 4th floor of Sarovar Arcade in East Ahmedabad. In straight-line distances, it is about 13 km from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, 9 km from Ahmedabad Junction (Kalupur) railway station, 11 km from Lal Darwaza and Bhadra Fort in the old city centre, and 14 km from Sabarmati Ashram. The area is residential and commercial, without major sights within 5 km. You will need transport for most trips.

Location and neighbourhood

East Ahmedabad is the residential and industrial side of the city, stretching from Maninagar in the south through Naroda and Nikol to Vastral in the north-east. The area is quieter than the walled city and has a practical, lived-in feel. Kankaria Lake, a 15th-century artificial lake with a promenade, garden and zoo, is a major landmark. Maninagar is a busy commercial and residential hub. Naroda and Vastral are newer suburbs with wide roads and apartment blocks. The Sabarmati Riverfront does not extend into this part of the city. The area is well connected by the Blue Line of the Ahmedabad Metro, which runs east-west from Vastral Gam to Thaltej.

For travellers with early flights or late arrivals, East Ahmedabad is a practical base. The airport is a short drive away, and the metro and bus network run from early morning until late evening. The area has a range of hotels, from budget to mid-range, along the main roads. Many are near metro stations, which makes getting around without a car straightforward. The streets are busy during the day but quiet down after dark. You can find grocery stores, pharmacies and ATMs easily. The area is safe for walking on main roads, but side streets are quieter.

Getting there and around

Hotel The Grand is around 13.1 km from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at Hansol, which is convenient for early flights and late arrivals. The airport handles domestic and international flights; check the current schedules. Ahmedabad Junction at Kalupur is around 9.3 km away, and Maninagar station is closer for local trains. The Blue Line metro runs through the area, with stations at Vastral Gam, Nirant Cross Road, and Maninagar. BRTS buses and AMTS city buses serve the main roads. Autos and app cabs are easy to find for door-to-door trips. The metro and buses run from early morning until late evening; check the current timings.

Nearby sights and food

Kankaria Lake is the main attraction in East Ahmedabad. The lake has a circular promenade, a children's zoo, a toy train, and a balloon ride. Entry is free; some attractions have a fee. Dada Harir stepwell, built in 1499, is a five-storey structure with carved stone pillars and a cool, shaded interior. The Calico Museum of Textiles in Shahibaug is a short drive away; visits are by guided tour only and must be booked ahead. The museum has a fine collection of Indian textiles. Photography is not allowed inside.

East Ahmedabad has many vegetarian restaurants, snack stalls and sweet shops. You can eat Gujarati thali, a full meal with several dishes, at lunch or dinner. Dhokla, khaman, fafda and jalebi, and khandvi are common snacks. Undhiyu is a winter dish made with mixed vegetables and spices, often eaten during Uttarayan. The night food market in the old city has stalls selling snacks and sweets. Law Garden has evening food stalls with chaat and pav bhaji. Most places are vegetarian. Check the opening hours.

A day from Hotel The Grand

A day from Hotel The Grand starts with a visit to Kankaria Lake for a morning walk or a ride on the toy train. Then drive or take a metro to the Calico Museum of Textiles for the guided tour. From there, cross the river to the walled city. Walk through the pols around Bhadra Fort and see the carved wooden havelis and chabutaras. Visit Jama Masjid and Sidi Saiyyed Mosque for its stone jali windows. Have lunch at a thali restaurant in the old city. In the afternoon, see Dada Harir stepwell and then drive to Sabarmati Ashram. Spend the evening at the Sabarmati Riverfront, walking across Atal Bridge. Return to Hotel The Grand by auto or metro.

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Facilities listed by the supplier

As listed by the booking supplier; a facility not listed here may still exist. Confirm anything important with the property.

• 24 Hour Front Desk
• Free car parking
• Housekeeping
• Surcharge
• Wheelchair accessible