Novotel Ahmedabad, SG Highway
Novotel Ahmedabad is a 5-star Accor hotel on SG Highway at Iskcon Cross Roads, with 184 rooms, a pool, Ode Spa, a large ballroom and The Square restaurant, about 15 km from Ahmedabad airport.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
Novotel Ahmedabad — quick facts
- Category: 5-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹6,000–11,000/night
- Check-in / out: 14:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 184
- Distance to AMD airport: 15 km (~30 min by car)
Overview & History
Novotel Ahmedabad is a five-star business hotel from Accor's Novotel brand, located at Iskcon Cross Roads on the SG Highway, the principal commercial artery of west Ahmedabad. The hotel carries 184 rooms and suites and is built around the brand's core promise of consistent, contemporary comfort for business and leisure guests alike. Its position at one of the city's busiest junctions, next to Wide Angle Cinema, makes it one of the more visible branded hotels along the highway.
Novotel is Accor's mid-to-upper business tier rather than a luxury palace brand, and the hotel is designed accordingly: efficient, modern and strong on meeting and banquet facilities. It is a practical choice for corporate visitors, conference delegates and families wanting a reliable five-star standard in a central western location.
The hotel's setting at a major highway junction works in its favour for guests with meetings spread across the western suburbs, where much of Ahmedabad's recent commercial development has concentrated. Repeat corporate visitors tend to value the predictability of the Novotel product — consistent room standards, dependable dining and well-organised events handling — over the more individual character of a boutique or heritage property.
Location & Getting There
The hotel sits directly on the SG Highway at Iskcon Cross Roads, putting the corridor's offices, showrooms and malls within easy reach. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) is around 15 km away, typically a 30-minute drive via the airport road. The railway stations at Ahmedabad and Kalupur are roughly 10 to 12 km to the east across the river.
Ahmedabad's metro does not run directly past the hotel; the nearest Blue Line stations lie to the north along the Gurukul–Doordarshan stretch, so most arrivals use taxis or app cabs. The Iskcon Temple and the busy junction outside the hotel give quick access to both the southern stretch of SG Highway toward Sarkhej and the northern stretch toward Sola and Thaltej.
Rooms & Suites
Accommodation spans Standard and Superior rooms, Executive rooms with Premier lounge access, and suites. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, a flat-screen LED television, work desk, electronic safe, mini-bar and tea and coffee facilities. Premier and suite categories add lounge access with breakfast and evening refreshments, and the larger suites include separate living areas and, in premium categories, a kitchenette suited to extended stays.
Interiors follow Novotel's clean, neutral contemporary style, with an emphasis on the natural light from the large windows and a functional layout for working travellers. The floor-to-ceiling glazing is a defining feature, flooding the rooms with daylight and giving even the standard categories an open, airy feel that sets them apart from the typical business-hotel room.
Dining
The hotel's flagship restaurant is The Square, a 24-hour all-day dining venue serving Indian, Pan-Asian, Japanese, Italian and European dishes across buffet and à-la-carte menus. Cafe Deli~Tel is the speciality coffeehouse and bakery for coffee, pastries and light meals, while Infine serves as the evening dining and bar destination. An open-air alfresco area extends the dining options outdoors. Twenty-four-hour room service supports in-room dining at any hour.
Amenities & Facilities
Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, the Ode Spa and the In Balance fitness centre. Wi-Fi runs throughout, parking is on site, and the front desk operates around the clock. The hotel is strongly oriented toward business and events, with a business centre and extensive meeting infrastructure alongside the recreational facilities.
Meetings, Weddings & Events
Novotel Ahmedabad is one of the area's stronger event venues, with nine meeting rooms, the Crystal Ballroom and an adjoining open-air lawn. Total banquet capacity reaches several hundred guests, and the largest pillarless space suits conferences, exhibitions and large weddings. The combination of indoor ballroom and outdoor lawn gives planners flexibility for ceremonies, receptions and corporate gatherings, and the in-house kitchens handle catering across cuisines.
The Neighbourhood
The SG Highway around Iskcon Cross Roads is dense with corporate offices, car showrooms, restaurants and retail. The Iskcon Temple is a short walk away, and the Ahmedabad One mall is around 2.5 km north. Vastrapur Lake lies roughly 4 km away, and the Sabarmati Riverfront with the old walled city is about 6 km east. GIFT City, Gujarat's financial and tech hub, is around 18 km north, reachable via the highway and the Gandhinagar road.
Who It's Best For
The hotel is best suited to corporate travellers working along SG Highway, conference and event organisers who need large banquet space, and Accor Live Limitless members. Families and weekend visitors also find it convenient for the malls, temple and riverfront. Guests seeking a quiet heritage retreat or a riverside-old-city setting would prefer a different location; Novotel's appeal is its central business address, large event capacity and dependable modern comfort.
Novotel Ahmedabad — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Standard Room | Contemporary rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a 42-inch LED television, work desk, electronic safe and mini-bar. |
| Superior Room | Slightly larger rooms with upgraded views and furnishings, suited to business stays. |
| Executive Room with Premier Lounge | Rooms that include access to the Premier lounge with breakfast and evening refreshments. |
| Suite | Spacious suites with a separate living room and, in premium categories, a kitchenette for longer stays. |
Dining at Novotel Ahmedabad
| Outlet | Cuisine / type |
| The Square | 24-hour all-day multi-cuisine restaurant |
| Cafe Deli~Tel | Coffeehouse and bakery |
| Infine | Evening dining and bar |
What's near Novotel Ahmedabad
| Landmark | Distance | Approx. on foot |
| Iskcon Cross Roads / SG Highway | 0.2 km | ~2 min walk |
| Iskcon Temple Ahmedabad | 0.5 km | ~6 min walk |
| Ahmedabad One (AlphaOne) Mall | 2.5 km | ~30 min walk |
| Vastrapur Lake | 4 km | short taxi/auto |
| Sabarmati Riverfront | 6 km | short taxi/auto |
| GIFT City | 18 km | short taxi/auto |
Distances are straight-line estimates; walking times assume roughly 12 minutes per km. Confirm routes locally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Novotel Ahmedabad located?
It is at Iskcon Cross Roads on the SG Highway in west Ahmedabad, next to Wide Angle Cinema and close to the Iskcon Temple, about 15 km from the airport.
How far is Novotel Ahmedabad from the airport?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) is around 15 km away, usually a 30-minute drive in normal traffic.
How many rooms does Novotel Ahmedabad have?
The hotel has 184 rooms and suites, from Standard rooms to Executive rooms with Premier lounge access and suites.
What dining options are at Novotel Ahmedabad?
Dining includes The Square (24-hour all-day multi-cuisine), the Cafe Deli~Tel coffeehouse and bakery, and Infine for evening dining and drinks.
Does Novotel Ahmedabad have banquet and conference facilities?
Yes. It has nine meeting rooms, the Crystal Ballroom and an open-air lawn, with banquet capacity for several hundred guests, making it a popular conference and wedding venue.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 noon, with early check-in or late check-out subject to availability.