Hotel Kalinga Lake View

About Hotel Kalinga Lake View

Hotel Kalinga Lake View suits travellers who want a base in East Ahmedabad, close to Kankaria Lake and the old city. The hotel is practical for short stays, with a 24-hour front desk and room service. Its location near Maninagar makes it convenient for visiting the lake or catching a train from Ahmedabad Junction.

The score reflects guest feedback on the property. The hotel offers essential comforts like air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and parking. It is a no-frills option for those prioritising location and value.

Rooms and listed facilities

Listed facilities in the rooms include air conditioning, a minibar, and a safe. The hotel lists carpeted rooms and family rooms, making it suitable for couples and families. Breakfast can be served in the room. Internet access is available. For late arrivals, the 24-hour front desk and luggage storage are useful. Confirm room details and any specific needs directly with the property.

The setting

Hotel Kalinga Lake View is on the fourth floor of Radhe Arcade, near Divan Ballubhai School, opposite Kankaria Gate No 3 and the zoo in Maninagar. Kankaria Lake is about 0.5 km away in a straight line. The hotel is about 1.7 km from Ahmedabad Junction railway station and 2.5 km from Lal Darwaza and Bhadra Fort. The airport is about 8.2 km away.

Location and neighbourhood

For travellers on early flights or late arrivals, Maninagar's position between the airport and the old city is useful. The district is well connected by road and public transport. The main railway junction at Kalupur is also nearby. Maninagar station itself handles local and some express trains, which suits those arriving late or departing early.

The streets around Maninagar are active from early morning until late night. Local buses, auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs are easy to find at most hours. The area has several small eateries and tea stalls that open before dawn, useful for a quick bite before a flight. In the evening, the Kankaria Lake front stays open late. The Sabarmati Riverfront is a short ride away. Maninagar's own station means you can arrive by train and be at Hotel Kalinga Lake View within minutes. For transit passengers, this district reduces the need to cross the city. The metro and BRTS networks connect Maninagar to other parts of Ahmedabad, though schedules vary.

Getting there and around

Getting to Hotel Kalinga Lake View from the airport takes around 8.2 km by road. Auto-rickshaws and app cabs are available outside the terminal at all hours. From Ahmedabad Junction (Kalupur), the distance is around 1.7 km. Maninagar railway station is a short walk or a quick auto ride from Hotel Kalinga Lake View. For those arriving late, Maninagar station is convenient; trains that stop here include some overnight services. To reach Hotel Kalinga Lake View from the city centre, the distance is around 2.5 km. Local buses and autos run along the main roads. Check the current metro and bus timings for early or late services.

Nearby sights and food

Kankaria Lake is the main attraction in Maninagar. The 15th-century lake has a walking path, a zoo, a toy train and a balloon ride. In the morning, locals jog and practise yoga along the edge. The lakefront is lit in the evening. You can walk through the pols, visit the Jama Masjid, and see the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque's stone jali windows. Bhadra Fort and Teen Darwaza are near the river. Book a guided tour in advance. The Sabarmati Ashram is a short auto ride away, across the river.

For food lovers, the area is especially rewarding in the late afternoon and evening, when street stalls and small eateries open around Kankaria Lake and the main market streets. You will find Gujarati snacks such as dhokla, khaman, fafda and jalebi. Undhiyu appears in winter, especially around Uttarayan. Most food is vegetarian. Tea stalls serve chai with biscuits or samosas. For a fuller meal, look for places serving a Gujarati thali. The area is lively until late, which suits travellers on odd-hour schedules.

A day from Hotel Kalinga Lake View

A day from Hotel Kalinga Lake View can start early with a visit to Kankaria Lake before the heat builds. Walk the perimeter or take the toy train. From there, head to the Sabarmati Ashram, about 15 minutes by auto. The museum is free; check the opening days. Cross the river to the old city. Spend the morning exploring the pols around Bhadra Fort and Teen Darwaza. Visit the Jama Masjid and the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque. In the afternoon, visit the Calico Museum (book ahead) or the Hutheesing Jain Temple. Late afternoon, walk the Sabarmati Riverfront or relax at the lake. If you have an evening flight, Maninagar's proximity to the airport means you can stay until dusk.

Distances

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
• 24H. Security
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Bars
• Bathroom
• Breakfast in room
• Buffet
• Carpeted
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Currency exchange
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Express check in
• Family rooms
• Fan
• First aid
• Free Wifi
• Free car parking
• Garden
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Kitchen
• Lake
• Laundry Service
• Lifts
• Luggage storage
• Lunch
• Minibar
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Pets allowed
• Refrigerator
• Restaurant(s)
• Room Service
• Safe
• Sheets
• Shower