Pride Hotels Opens Pride Elite Gandhinagar, Expanding Presence in Gujarat
Pride Hotels Opens Pride Elite Gandhinagar, Expanding Presence in Gujarat
Pride Hotels Limited, in partnership with Ekarth Group, has announced the grand opening of Pride Elite Gandhinagar, further strengthening the Group’s footprint in Gujarat and the broader Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar region. The new hotel marks another milestone in Pride Hotels’ strategic expansion across key business and emerging urban destinations.
A Measured Expansion in the Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar Region
The launch of Pride Elite Gandhinagar represents Pride Hotels’ second managed property in Ahmedabad’s immediate region, following the successful debut of Biznotel by Pride, Motera. This addition underscores the brand’s measured growth strategy, focused on delivering quality hospitality in dynamic markets with strong demand drivers.
Expanding Presence Across Gujarat
With this opening, Pride Hotels Limited now operates 19 hotels across Gujarat, reinforcing the state’s importance within the Group’s national growth strategy. The expansion reflects Pride Hotels’ commitment to deepening market penetration in high-growth business corridors and administrative centres.
Strategically located in Gandhinagar, the hotel is well positioned to cater to business travellers, government officials, MICE groups and leisure guests, offering contemporary spaces, efficient services and seamless connectivity to key commercial and civic hubs.
Leadership Insight
Commenting on the launch, Atul Upadhyay, Executive Director, Pride Hotels Limited, said: “The launch of Pride Elite Gandhinagar is a significant milestone in our growth journey. Gandhinagar is rapidly emerging as a key destination driven by governance, infrastructure development, and tourism initiatives, and we see strong potential for quality hospitality in the region. This addition reflects our strategy of strengthening our presence in high-growth markets while offering guest’s reliable service, well-located hotels, and thoughtfully designed experiences.”
Rooms Designed for Comfort and Convenience
Pride Elite Gandhinagar features 72 well-appointed rooms, thoughtfully designed to blend functionality, comfort and understated elegance. The accommodations cater to the needs of both short-stay business travellers and longer leisure visits, ensuring a seamless and comfortable stay experience.
Distinctive Dining Experiences
Dining is a key highlight at the hotel, led by Casablanca, a unique train-themed pure vegetarian fine dining restaurant. Casablanca offers a curated menu that brings together global favourites and regional flavours in a refined yet relaxed setting.
Complementing this is Café Pride, a vibrant all-day dining venue featuring an inviting rooftop dining experience. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner through buffet and à la carte formats, with a strong focus on both global and regional cuisine.
Versatile Banquet and Event Spaces
Pride Elite Gandhinagar also offers a range of versatile banquet and event spaces, making it an ideal venue for social gatherings, corporate meetings and celebrations. Facilities include:
- A private dining room for intimate occasions
- An expansive open-air rooftop venue for elegant evening events and wedding day setups
Adding a unique experiential touch, the rooftop dining area features a Jacuzzi with table setups, curated for candle-lit dinners, date nights and special celebrations such as haldi ceremonies and bachelorette events, creating memorable experiences for guests.
Leadership Perspective on the Gujarat Market
Sharing insights on the regional strategy, Koustuva Mukherjee, Associate Vice President – Gujarat, Hyderabad, Goa & Telangana, said: “Gujarat continues to be a priority market for Pride Hotels Limited, and Gandhinagar, in particular, offers a unique blend of administrative importance, cultural depth, and proximity to Ahmedabad. Pride Elite Gandhinagar has been curated to meet the evolving needs of business and leisure travellers alike, with strong F&B offerings and versatile event spaces that cater to the city’s growing demand.”
Conclusion
With the opening of Pride Elite Gandhinagar, Pride Hotels Limited reinforces its commitment to Gujarat as a key growth market. Combining contemporary accommodations, distinctive dining concepts and flexible event spaces, the hotel is well positioned to serve the evolving hospitality needs of Gandhinagar and the Ahmedabad region.
