Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City, GIFT City
Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City is a 5-star Accor hotel in GIFT City, Gandhinagar, with 151 rooms, an infinity pool, spa, a pillar-less ballroom and all-day dining, about 16 km from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City — quick facts
- Category: 5-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹7,000–12,000/night
- Check-in / out: 14:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 151
- Distance to AMD airport: 16 km (~20 min by car)
Overview & History
Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City is a 5-star hotel from Accor's Grand Mercure brand, located within GIFT City — the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City — next to the GIFT Towers on the Gandhinagar side of the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar corridor. With 151 rooms and suites, it presents itself as the international full-service hotel inside Gujarat's flagship financial district, built to serve the banks, fintechs, exchanges and regulators that operate from the zone's IFSC.
The hotel pairs a corporate-grade meetings and conferencing setup with resort-style wellness facilities, and is eco-certified — fitting for a property in a planned, contemporary city designed around sustainability. As one of the few international-standard hotels operating inside the zone, it has become a default venue for industry conferences, delegation visits and corporate events tied to GIFT City's growing financial-services ecosystem.
Location & Getting There
The hotel stands beside the GIFT Towers, within about a kilometre of the IFSC business district. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) is roughly 16 km away, around a 20-minute drive — notably quick for a hotel of this kind. Gandhinagar's city centre is some 12 km away and central Ahmedabad around 20 km, with the Adalaj Stepwell and the Mahatma Mandir convention centre both within easy reach. The hotel offers a shuttle service, and access to and from GIFT City is by road.
Rooms & Suites
Accommodation runs from Superior rooms (around 23–24 sq m) through upgraded Privilege rooms to a Junior Suite (39 sq m) and an Executive Suite (59 sq m). The rooms are styled in a clean, contemporary international idiom with work desks, modern bathrooms and GIFT City or city outlooks, while the suites add separate living areas for senior guests and longer stays. Accor's loyalty and Privilege benefits apply to the relevant categories.
Dining
Sangam is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant, serving a mix of Indian and international cuisines across buffets and à la carte, supported by a bar and lounge. As GIFT City's dining scene outside the office towers is still developing, the in-house restaurant is a central part of the experience for resident business guests, and in-room dining handles off-hours meals.
Amenities & Facilities
Wellness facilities include an infinity swimming pool, a yoga pavilion named Praana, a spa and a fitness centre. For business and events there is a pillar-less ballroom and three meeting rooms, the largest at around 288 sq m and able to seat up to 400 guests. Free Wi-Fi, a shuttle service and on-site parking complete the practical amenities. The combination of an infinity pool and yoga deck with serious conferencing capacity is a key part of the appeal.
Meetings, Weddings & Events
This is one of the hotel's strengths. The pillar-less ballroom and three meeting rooms can host conferences, corporate events, product launches and large social functions, with the principal venue seating up to 400 and handling banquets of around 160. Inside the IFSC zone, it is a natural choice for financial-industry conferences, regulatory and delegation meetings and offsites, while the ballroom and pool deck also suit weddings and celebrations.
The Neighbourhood
GIFT City is a purpose-built financial and technology district — home to India's first operational IFSC, an international exchange, banks and fintech firms — rather than a conventional tourist area. It is modern, planned and quieter than central Ahmedabad, with wide roads and high-rise towers. For visitors with downtime, the Adalaj Stepwell, the institutional precincts of Gandhinagar and the markets and heritage of Ahmedabad are all within a short drive.
Who It's Best For
Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City is best for business travellers and event organisers in GIFT City and the IFSC — firms hosting conferences, delegations visiting the finance hub, and corporate guests who want an international-standard hotel inside the zone with a quick airport transfer. The pool, spa and yoga pavilion also make it comfortable for a weekend or a longer stay. Travellers who want to be in the historic core of Ahmedabad may prefer a city-centre address, but for the finance district it is a leading choice.
Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Superior Room | Contemporary 23–24 sq m room with modern fittings, work desk and city or GIFT City views. |
| Privilege / Premium Room | Upgraded room with added amenities and Accor Privilege benefits for business guests. |
| Junior Suite | 39 sq m suite with a combined living and sleeping area, suited to longer stays. |
| Executive Suite | Spacious 59 sq m suite with a separate living room and the hotel's top in-room comforts. |
Dining at Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City
| Outlet | Cuisine / type |
| Sangam | All-day dining — Indian and international cuisine |
| Bar / lounge | Bar serving cocktails and beverages |
What's near Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City
| Landmark | Distance | Approx. on foot |
| GIFT Towers / GIFT City business district | 1 km | ~12 min walk |
| GIFT City IFSC (IFSCA) | 1 km | ~12 min walk |
| Adalaj Stepwell | 10 km | short taxi/auto |
| Gandhinagar city centre | 12 km | short taxi/auto |
| Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre | 14 km | short taxi/auto |
| Ahmedabad city centre | 20 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 Grand Mercure Ahmedabad GIFT City located?
The hotel is within GIFT City, next to the GIFT Towers, in Gandhinagar — inside the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, close to the IFSC business district.
How far is it from Ahmedabad airport?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) is around 16 km away, roughly a 20-minute drive. Central Ahmedabad is about 20 km and Gandhinagar city centre around 12 km.
How many rooms does the hotel have?
The hotel has 151 rooms and suites, ranging from Superior rooms to Junior and Executive Suites.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 12:00 noon, subject to availability for early or late requests.
What event and meeting facilities are available?
There is a pillar-less ballroom and three meeting rooms, with the largest venue seating up to 400 guests — suited to conferences, corporate events and weddings.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?
Yes. There is an infinity swimming pool, a yoga pavilion called Praana, a spa and a fitness centre.