Dodhia Haveli

About Dodhia Haveli

Dodhia Haveli suits travellers who want to stay inside the historic walled city of Ahmedabad, close to the pols and monuments. The location puts you within walking distance of the old-city heritage walk, the night market and Jama Masjid. It works for couples and small families who prefer a compact, no-frills base for exploring the UNESCO-listed old city on foot. The area around Kalupur is busy and authentic, with street food and local shops nearby.

This is a 2-star hotel with a guest score of 4.2 out of 5 from 136 reviews on the booking supplier's platform. It offers basic accommodation in a converted haveli setting in the Doshiwada Ni Pol. The property is not a luxury stay but a practical choice for those who want to be in the heart of the old city. The front desk operates 24 hours, which helps late arrivals. The hotel is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Rooms and listed facilities

The listed facilities include free WiFi, a safe, and wheelchair accessibility. The 24-hour front desk means you can check in at any time. For families, the safe and WiFi are useful. Confirm with the property whether rooms have attached bathrooms, air conditioning, and the number of beds. No other facilities are listed by the supplier, so it is best to ask about room size and any extra amenities before booking.

The setting

Dodhia Haveli is located next to Goshaiji Temple in Doshiwada Ni Pol, off Relief Road in Kalupur. This is inside the walled city, a dense neighbourhood of narrow lanes and old havelis. In a straight line, it is 0.8 km from Ahmedabad Junction railway station, 1.4 km from Lal Darwaza and Bhadra Fort, and 3.9 km from Sabarmati Ashram. The airport is about 6.9 km away in a straight line. The area is lively day and night, with the night market 0.6 km away.

Location and neighbourhood

This is the station quarter, where Ahmedabad Junction anchors the area. Relief Road runs north-south through a dense commercial district of textile and electronics shops. The streets are busy with auto-rickshaws and pedestrians. Budget hotels line the side lanes. The area is practical for short work trips: you are close to the railway station and within walking distance of several old-city monuments. The Sabarmati Riverfront is a short auto ride west. The neighbourhood is not quiet, but it is central and efficient for business travellers who need quick access to transport and markets.

The area's main advantage is connectivity. Ahmedabad Junction is at its heart, with trains to major cities. The metro's Blue Line runs nearby, linking to other parts of the city. BRTS buses and city buses stop on the main roads. Auto-rickshaws are always available. For a business traveller, this means less time commuting and more time for meetings. The old city's narrow lanes are best navigated on foot or by auto. The riverfront is a short ride away for an evening walk. This is a working district, not a resort. You will find everything you need within a few minutes' walk.

Getting there and around

Getting to Dodhia Haveli is straightforward. Ahmedabad Junction is within walking distance, around 0.8 km from the hotel. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport is around 6.9 km north-east; a taxi or app cab takes about 30-40 minutes in normal traffic. For local travel, auto-rickshaws are plentiful on Relief Road and Kalupur. The nearest metro station on the Blue Line is at Kalupur or Shahpur, depending on your exact location; check the current network for the best stop. BRTS buses run on the main roads. For a short work trip, the station proximity saves time.

Nearby sights and food

The walled city's heritage is within a short walk or auto ride. Jama Masjid, built in 1424, is a calm courtyard mosque with carved pillars. The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, famous for its stone jali windows, is near the river. The night food market near the old city centre is a short walk. Dada Harir stepwell, a five-storey 15th-century structure, is a 10-minute auto ride north. The old-city heritage walk covers several pols with wooden havelis and chabutaras. Bhadra Fort and Teen Darwaza are also close by.

Food in this area is largely vegetarian and street-side. Gujarati thali places on Relief Road serve a full meal of dal, kadhi, vegetables, roti and rice. For quick snacks, try dhokla, khaman or khandvi from small stalls. Fafda and jalebi are a popular morning or evening combination. The night market near the old city centre has pav bhaji, dosa and sweet dishes. Law Garden's evening stalls are a short auto ride away. The area has many no-frills eateries that cater to travellers and office workers. Avoid alcohol: Gujarat is a dry state.

A day from Dodhia Haveli

A day from Dodhia Haveli starts with a morning walk to the old city. Visit Jama Masjid and Bhadra Fort before the heat builds. Walk through the pols near the old city centre to see the havelis and chabutaras. By late morning, head to the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque for the jali windows. Lunch at a thali place on Relief Road. Afternoon: take an auto to Dada Harir stepwell, then cross the river to Sabarmati Ashram. The museum is free; check opening days. Evening: return to the night market near the old city centre for street food. End the day with a walk along the Sabarmati Riverfront or Atal Bridge. Dodhia Haveli is a short auto ride back.

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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
• ATM
• Bicycle hire
• Free Wifi
• Safe
• Wheelchair accessible