- IHCL unveils 17-acre retreat blending business convenience with leisure comfort
- Strategic Gandhidham location taps maritime trade and rising tourism demand
- 93-key property offers curated hospitality, regional design and premium amenities
NE HOSPITALITY & TOURISM BUREAU
MUMBAI, APR 13
India’s leading hospitality major Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the opening of Gateway Kandla, Gandhidham, a sprawling 17-acre green retreat designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers in Gujarat’s thriving port corridor.
Positioned in the bustling trade hub of Gandhidham near Kandla Port, the hotel strengthens IHCL’s footprint under its premium Gateway Hotels & Resorts brand, aligning with the region’s rapid economic and tourism growth.
Leah Tata, Vice President & Brand Leader, Gateway Hotels & Resorts, IHCL, said, “Kandla in Gandhidham serves as the urban hub near the port, catering to maritime trade and regional commerce. As Gujarat’s hospitality landscape continues to expand, Gateway Kandla is well placed to address the business and leisure travel demand.”
The 93-key hotel is designed as a serene oasis, featuring landscaped lawns, fountains, and architecture inspired by regional aesthetics. Its all-day dining restaurant, Urban Masala, offers a blend of local delicacies and global cuisine, alongside chef-curated signature dishes.
Guests can unwind with a host of leisure amenities, including a swimming pool, fitness centre, and spa, while the property also offers versatile indoor and outdoor venues for events, meetings, and celebrations.
Sandeep Makroo, General Manager, Gateway Kandla, Gandhidham, said, “We look forward to welcoming guests to Gateway Kandla, Gandhidham and delivering a stay defined by comfort and warm hospitality.”
Located close to iconic attractions such as the Rann of Kutch, Vijay Vilas Palace, and Mandvi Beach, the hotel is set to become a gateway to both Gujarat’s industrial dynamism and cultural richness.
