Platinum Residency

About Platinum Residency

Platinum Residency suits travellers who want a reliable base on the western side of Ahmedabad, close to the commercial stretch of SG Highway. The hotel is a practical choice for business visitors, couples, and families who need easy access to the airport and the ring-road. Its listed facilities include free wifi, valet parking, a concierge, and a barber salon, which makes it useful for short stays and stopovers.

The property provides 24-hour front desk service, room service, and a shuttle service. It also offers a terrace, a banquet space, and a minibar. The hotel is listed with air conditioning, lifts, luggage storage, and a safe in each room.

Rooms and listed facilities

Platinum Residency lists air-conditioned rooms with free wifi, a minibar, and a safe. Family rooms are available. The hotel provides breakfast in the room, laundry service, and luggage storage. Late arrivals benefit from the 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security. Guests should confirm the specific room type and any extra charges for the shuttle or valet parking directly with the property.

The setting

Platinum Residency is on Shivalik I near Anandnagar Cross Roads in Prahlad Nagar, on SG Highway. The hotel is about 7 km from Lal Darwaza and Bhadra Fort in the old city, and about 9 km from Ahmedabad Junction railway station. The airport is roughly 14 km away. Sarkhej Roza is about 2 km from the hotel, and Law Garden night market is about 5 km away.

Location and neighbourhood

The grid streets make walking simple. Grocery stores and pharmacies are within a short walk. For a long stay, the layout is easy to learn. The area is built with familiar chain hotels and serviced apartments. It is a practical base for business travellers. The pace here is quieter than the old city. You can find a gym and a few parks nearby. The area feels safe and orderly at any hour.

Early flights and late arrivals work well from Prahlad Nagar. The airport is a straight drive east on SG Highway. Traffic is light before dawn and after midnight. You can reach the terminal in about half an hour. The railway station at Kalupur is on the east side of the city. The drive takes longer during peak hours. For transit between Gandhinagar and the airport, SG Highway is direct. The metro and BRTS buses connect to the rest of Ahmedabad. Check the current network for timings. Auto-rickshaws and app cabs are available around the clock. The area has a few all-night eateries for a quick meal before a flight.

Getting there and around

Getting to Platinum Residency from the airport is straightforward. The distance is around 14.4 km via SG Highway. From Ahmedabad Junction, the drive is around 9.1 km. You can take a prepaid taxi or an app cab from either location. The metro does not reach Prahlad Nagar directly. BRTS buses run along SG Highway. For local travel, auto-rickshaws are easy to flag down. The area is walkable for short errands. The central roundabout has a bus stop. You can walk to nearby offices and shops. For longer trips, app cabs are reliable. The road network is well lit and signposted. Driving yourself is simple, but parking is limited in some spots.

Nearby sights and food

Sarkhej Roza is a 15th-century mosque and tomb complex with a calm garden and intricate stonework. Its famous jali windows are worth a detour. You can walk the riverfront promenade or cross the Atal Bridge. The Calico Museum of Textiles requires a booked tour. The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque's marble carvings are impressive. A half-day trip covers the ashram and these monuments.

Prahlad Nagar has several vegetarian restaurants and food stalls. You can find Gujarati thali, dhokla, khaman and fafda with jalebi. Many places serve a lunch thali with unlimited dishes. Evening stalls sell khandvi, thepla and bhajiya. For a quick bite, try a sandwich or a dosa at a small café. The area has a few bakeries for bread and pastries. Both are busy after dark. Stick to vegetarian food, as most places do not serve meat. Water from taps is not safe to drink.

A day from Platinum Residency

A day from Platinum Residency starts with a walk to the central roundabout. Take an auto to Sarkhej Roza for a quiet morning. The stonework and the tank are best seen early. From there, head north to the Sabarmati Ashram. Entry is free. Check the opening days before you go. Walk along the riverfront to Atal Bridge. Cross the bridge and explore the old city. Visit the Jama Masjid and the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque. Lunch is a Gujarati thali at a restaurant in the old city. In the afternoon, see the Calico Museum of Textiles. Book the tour in advance. Return to Platinum Residency by auto or cab. Evening is free for a walk around Prahlad Nagar. Dinner at a nearby restaurant ends the day.

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
• ATM
• Air conditioning
• Alarm clock
• Banquet
• Barber/Beauty Salon
• Bars
• Bathroom
• Breakfast
• Breakfast in room
• Car rental service
• Cleaning
• Coffee
• Concierge
• Copy
• Currency exchange
• Desk
• Dry cleaning service
• Express check in
• Family rooms
• Fan
• First aid
• Free Wifi
• Free car parking
• Garage
• Golf course
• Hairdryer
• Housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron and board
• Laundry Service
• Lifts
• Lounge
• Luggage storage
• Lunch
• Minibar
• Non smoking rooms
• Parking
• Refrigerator