Your stay — Hotel Nandanvan
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The Property — Hotel Nandanvan
Hotel Nandanvan is a functional three-star in Surendranagar's commercial centre, with a compact lobby of polished beige marble and a front desk that moves quickly. Its USP is the combination of an on-site multicuisine restaurant (open till 11pm, decent thalis) and reliable air conditioning — a boon for travellers who need a clean, no-fuss base for a night. It suits business visitors stopping on the Ahmedabad-Rajkot highway or families wanting guaranteed hot water and room service without charming character.
Chronicles of Surendranagar
Surendranagar was founded in the 18th century as a walled princely state town under the Jhala dynasty, who built the Lakhena Fort and the lake that gave it its original name, 'Wadhwan'. After 1947, it merged into Gujarat as a district headquarters, and its old quarter retains carved wooden havelis and narrow lanes, while the newer, wider streets house textile mills and a busy railway junction. Today it's a quiet commercial hub, known for cotton ginning and salt works, not tourism, so visitors are usually passing through. Its cultural life centres on the colourful Modhera Dance Festival in January and the local artisans who produce bandhani tie-dye textiles.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surendranagar guide →Best months
November and February: daytime highs of 28-30°C, clear skies, and low humidity make site-seeing and highway travel comfortable; moderate hotel demand keeps rates stable.
Peak / festival surge
January (Modhera Dance Festival fortnight) and March (Holi week): domestic tourists fill the area, hotel rates at Nandanvan can rise 20-30% over base; events like the dance festival and local temple fairs drive occupancy to near 100%.
Budget shoulder season
October and April: October still warm but cooling to 34°C, April hot but before monsoon — both offer 10-15% discounts on rooms and near-empty restaurants, ideal for the price-conscious.
Weather & packing
Surendranagar's July is the wettest month of the monsoon, with frequent but short heavy downpours and humidity hugging 80%. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry shoes; cotton clothes will feel damp by evening.
Live City Briefing — Surendranagar
- The Surendranagar Junction railway station has completed its platform extension, reducing train waiting times for express services to Ahmedabad and Rajkot.
- A new 24-hour fast-food outlet opened in the Saibaba Complex, 500m from the hotel, offering parathas and snacks beyond the hotel restaurant's hours.
- Monsoon maintenance on the National Highway 947 (Dhrangadhra road) started in early July; expect mild diversions and slower traffic near the Wadhwan overbridge.
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Nandanvan
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) after login via mobile OTP. No paid tier available.
Single elevator serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand not available; physical Gujarati and English newspapers provided at breakfast area. Building has no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed. Late checkout fee Rs 500 per hour until 18:00, then full night.
Free for day-use on check-out day; otherwise Rs 200 per bag per day.
Step-free entrance from car park; elevator fits one wheelchair; no grab bars in bathrooms. Ground-floor rooms can be requested.
Free on-site open parking for up to 30 cars. No valet. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is 1 km away near bus stand, Rs 50 per night.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance for first night required at booking; Rs 1,000 incidental hold at check-in (credit card or cash).
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureaux which charge poor rates and fees.
Cards accepted at most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; smaller eateries and street stalls take cash only.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up or 10-20 INR; hotel staff: 20-50 INR for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local chai stall: 5-10 INR for a small cup.
Thali at a local restaurant: 80-120 INR.
Simple roti-sabzi or biryani main dish: 60-100 INR.
Main bazaar areas and bus stand have stalls selling samosas, kachori, and bhel puri.
Reliance Smart Point or local kirana stores are common.
Limbdi Gate area and local markets for budget clothing and fabrics.
Local buses cost 5-15 INR per ride; shared auto-rickshaws 10-20 INR for short trips. From airport, take a prepaid auto for around 200 INR to Surendranagar city.
Eat at thali joints for filling meals; buy water from local shops (20 INR per bottle) not hotels; negotiate auto fares before riding.
Good to know — Surendranagar
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.41 · INR
Emergency Contacts
SurendranagarFor all emergencies, dial 112 from any mobile. The Surendranagar district control room is 02752-220200. For road accidents or medical help, 108 is the state ambulance service.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surendranagar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Nandanvan
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Geeta Mandir Bus Stand, Ahmedabad → Surendranagar Bus Stand (near Hotel Rajdhani)
💡 Ordinary buses are cheap but slow. Spend extra for a 'Luxury' or 'Shatabdi' bus with AC and fewer stops. Get off at the main bus stand; the hotel is a 5-minute walk east.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) → Hotel Rajdhani, Surendranagar
💡 Book a pre-paid taxi at the airport counter to avoid haggling. The drive via NH47 is straightforward; request an AC car for comfort during summer.
Hotel Rajdhani, Surendranagar → Within Surendranagar city
💡 Shared autos run fixed routes (e.g., to Wadhwan or the railway station) and cost ₹10 per person. For a private ride, negotiate before getting in.
Ahmedabad Junction (ADI) → Surendranagar Junction (SUNR)
💡 Take the Intercity Express or Shanti Express. Reserve a seat in advance via IRCTC; general class is cramped. From the station, auto-rickshaws charge about ₹50 to Hotel Rajdhani.
About Surendranagar
Wikipedia ↗
Surendranagar district is an administrative district in Saurashtra region of Gujarat state in India. It has a population of approximately 1.7 million people. Surendranagar, along with the twin city of Wadhwan, has a total of 400,000 inhabitants, and is known as "Camp".
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Hotel Nandanvan?
Check-in at Hotel Nandanvan is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Nandanvan have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) after login via mobile OTP. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Nandanvan?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Nandanvan?
Thali at a local restaurant: 80-120 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Nandanvan?
Local buses cost 5-15 INR per ride; shared auto-rickshaws 10-20 INR for short trips. From airport, take a prepaid auto for around 200 INR to Surendranagar city.
When is the best time to visit Surendranagar?
November and February: daytime highs of 28-30°C, clear skies, and low humidity make site-seeing and highway travel comfortable; moderate hotel demand keeps rates stable.
Top Attractions in Surendranagar
💡 Best light for photos is late afternoon. Cross the road for a full view without the traffic in the foreground.
💡 Ask the caretaker to open the back room with the old maps. Go in the morning before it gets too hot.
💡 Visit during the morning aarti (around 7:30 AM) for the full atmosphere. Photography allowed in the courtyard but not inside the sanctum.
💡 The caretaker lives on site and will unlock the fresco room if you ask politely. Small donation appreciated but not required.
💡 Bring your own water and snacks—there's just one chai stall. Avoid after dark as it's isolated.