Pride Hotels Limited, one of India’s awarded fastest home-grown hospitality chain, in partnership with Ekarth Group, proudly announces the grand opening of Pride Elite Gandhinagar, further strengthening the Group’s footprint in Gujarat and the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar region. This launch marks Pride Hotels’ second managed property in Ahmedabad’s immediate region, following the successful debut of Biznotel by Pride, Motera, marking another step in the brand’s measured expansion across dynamic urban and emerging locations.
With the launch of Pride Elite Gandhinagar, Pride Hotels Limited strengthens its footprint in Gujarat, now operating 19 hotels across the state. This expansion reflects the Group’s focused market-penetration strategy in high-growth business corridors and administrative centres. Strategically positioned in Gandhinagar, the hotel is well suited to serve business travellers, government officials, MICE groups, and leisure guests, offering contemporary spaces, efficient services, and seamless access to key commercial and civic hubs.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. 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.”
Pride Elite Gandhinagar features 72 well-appointed rooms, thoughtfully designed to offer a seamless blend of functionality, comfort, and understated elegance. The hotel’s culinary offerings are a key highlight, led by Casablanca, a distinctive train-themed pure vegetarian fine dining restaurant that brings global favourites and regional flavours together in a refined yet relaxed setting. Complementing this is Café Pride, a vibrant all-day dining destination with an inviting rooftop dining experience, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner through buffet and à la carte formats, with a strong focus on global and regional cuisine.
The hotel also offers a range of versatile banquet and event spaces, making it an ideal destination for social gatherings, corporate meetings, and celebrations. These include a private dining room for intimate occasions and an expansive open-air rooftop venue designed for elegant evening events and wedding day setups. Adding a unique experiential element, the rooftop dining area features a Jacuzzi with table setups, curated for candle-lit dinners, date nights, and special celebrations such as haldi ceremonies or bachelorette events, creating memorable moments for guests.
Mr. Koustuva Mukherjee, Associate Vice President, Gujarat, Hyderabad, Goa &Telengana, added,
“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.”
With this launch, Pride Hotels Limited reaffirms its vision of delivering quality, full-service hospitality across India’s key destinations. Pride Elite Gandhinagar stands as a contemporary address for stay, dining, and celebrations, contributing to the region’s growing hospitality landscape while upholding the Group’s legacy of warm Indian hospitality.