Best Destination Wedding Locations Near Ahmedabad - Venues And Travel Guide

Introduction:

A destination wedding near Ahmedabad needn't mean choosing the nearest resort with a lawn. Eternal Weddingz helps families balance the setting, guest stay, travel and the celebration they have in mind. For some, Udaipur or Mount Abu fits best. For others, it is Vapi, Kevadia or a resort farther into Maharashtra. A venue that can host 250 people for dinner is not necessarily one with enough rooms for all 250 to stay. This guide explains that difference, with routes from Ahmedabad and a practical look at each destination.

We cover eight destination areas, with Daman and Silvassa in separate parts of one regional section. Use these venues as a starting shortlist, not a promise of room availability or fixed wedding rates.

How to Choose a Destination Wedding Location from Ahmedabad

Start with your guest list, then work backwards to the rooms you will need. At two adults per room, 200–250 overnight guests need roughly 100-120 rooms. Three adults per room may reduce that number on paper, but occupancy rules, seniors, children and suites mean the calculation is rarely that simple. Ask for room inventory by category and a proper rooming chart. For the travel comparisons in this guide, November to February is the reference wedding season. Treat journey times as planning averages, not live traffic predictions, and leave room for group arrivals, breaks and the final transfer to the hotel. Next, consider travel. Driving works for some families; others prefer trains, especially with elderly guests or larger groups. Getting to the station is only part of the journey. A two-hour late-night shuttle can make the first day exhausting. Also compare the venue’s indoor backup, dietary flexibility, sound restrictions and whether your events can be held without the property remaining open to unrelated guests.

Kevadia / Ekta Nagar: Something Different in Gujarat

Kevadia offers a different kind of getaway within Gujarat, away from the usual palace or hill resort. Guests can explore the Statue of Unity and Narmada region between functions, provided the schedule leaves enough time. Explore Kevadia / Ekta Nagar wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Regenta Resort Vindhyachal]

Travel and guest logistics: Ekta Nagar is connected by rail, but check the train timings and onward transfers for your actual wedding dates. Arrivals can feel very different at a resort near the station versus one farther into the countryside.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: Sightseeing can make the weekend more memorable, but it cannot make up for poor hospitality or too few rooms.

Wedding venues to consider in Kevadia / Ekta Nagar

The Fern Sardar Sarovar Resort - 169 rooms according to the current Marriott listing. Worth considering when keeping guests on-site is a priority. Confirm which event spaces can be reserved exclusively.

Praveg Tent City Narmada — 200 tents. Tent stays feel different from hotel stays. Compare categories, climate control and accessibility, not just the number of tents.

Regenta Resort Vindhyachal — A smaller resort-style option with lawns. 46 rooms, confirmed by Eternal Weddingz. For a larger residential wedding, you will likely need extra accommodation and organised transfers.

[Source: Praveg Tent City Narmada]

Mount Abu and Abu Road: The Aravallis, with a Choice of Settings

Before choosing a hotel, decide whether you want to stay in Mount Abu itself or make the wider Abu Road area your base. Both offer an Aravalli setting, but hill access, driving time and the layout of the property can make the experience very different. Explore Mount Abu and Abu Road wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Amartara Resort]

Travel and guest logistics: Abu Road is the key railhead for this region. Guests staying up in Mount Abu still need a road transfer, while properties on the approach can shorten that final leg.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: A hill-station address alone won't solve guest accommodation. Smaller boutique properties may suit an intimate family wedding, or they may form part of a larger accommodation plan.

Wedding venues to consider in Mount Abu and Abu Road

Aaramgah Jawai Resort & Spa — EW lists 22 rooms and 10 villas. Importantly, Jawai is a distinct destination, not Mount Abu town. Consider it as a nearby Rajasthan alternative, particularly for a boutique luxury celebration or a wedding using more than one property.

Radisson Resort Mount Abu - The official Radisson website currently lists 64 rooms. It may appeal to couples who specifically want to be in Mount Abu, although the room count could mean arranging additional accommodation elsewhere.

Amartara Resort — EW lists 100 rooms and several indoor and outdoor event spaces near Abu Road. It is worth comparing with the smaller hill properties when you are planning a residential wedding.

[Source: Aaramgah Jawai Resort & Spa]

Udaipur: Palaces, Lakefront Hotels and Large Resorts

Udaipur is famous for weddings, yet each venue offers a different experience. A palace beside Lake Pichola, a hill-facing luxury hotel and a large contemporary Marriott-led property each create a different experience, with budgets to match. Explore Udaipur wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: The Leela Palace]

Travel and guest logistics: Road travel from Ahmedabad can work well for family groups. Once in Udaipur, however, venue access matters: heritage locations may need managed arrivals, vendor loading plans and multiple vehicle movements.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: A palace photograph may win you over, but check whether your guests can stay there without needing hotels across town.

Wedding venues to consider in Udaipur

Aurika, Udaipur – Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels — A hilltop-style luxury hotel for couples who like an elevated setting but want something other than the traditional lake-palace experience. Confirm live room inventory, ballroom capacities and guest transfer plans.

Udaipur Marriott Hotel — A contemporary luxury hotel to compare for room availability, banquet facilities and ease of operations. Check current room allocation and banquet conditions before shortlisting.

The Leela Palace Udaipur — 89 Luxury Rooms and Suites, with several event spaces. The Lake Pichola setting is the main attraction, but a large residential wedding will need a well-planned accommodation split.

[Source: Udaipur Wedding Venues]

Vapi: The Practical Resort-Wedding Choice

Vapi may not top your wedding moodboard, but it is worth a look. It is a practical base with rail access to Ahmedabad and connections towards Daman and Silvassa. Here, the resort matters more than the skyline. Explore Vapi wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Avadh Utopia Vapi]

Travel and guest logistics: Vapi railway station is a useful arrival point for guests coming from Ahmedabad and other major cities. Check pickup timings and station distance for each resort.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: For easy arrivals and back-to-back functions, Vapi may work better than a famous destination with tricky logistics.

Wedding venues to consider in Vapi

Avadh Utopia Vapi — EW lists 162 rooms and suites, making it worth considering for a residential wedding. Ask for rooms, meals and event-space use to be shown separately in the package.

Regenta Central Harsha Vapi — A hotel-style option in the Vapi/Pardi corridor. Check its room availability and banquet suitability before deciding whether it works as the main venue or as extra accommodation.

[Source: Avadh Utopia Vapi]

Daman & Silvassa: Two Different Resort-Wedding Experiences

Daman: A Coastal Wedding Without Flying to Goa

Daman brings a coastal atmosphere without having to fly everyone to Goa. The best venues here use lawns, pools and sea-facing spaces to create a genuine change of scene. That said, not every resort has a private beach, and outdoor spaces still need a backup for heavy rain. Explore Daman wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: The Fern Seaside Luxurious Tent Resort]

Travel and guest logistics: Vapi is a practical rail gateway to Daman; the last leg is by road. Plan arrivals in groups rather than relying on guests to negotiate transfers individually.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: The coastal setting is part of the appeal, but discuss sea breeze, humidity and the rain backup with the venue from the beginning.

The Deltin Daman — 176 rooms and Suites with several banquet and outdoor event spaces. That makes it worth considering if keeping a larger family under one roof is important.

Silver Waves Resort & Spa — 84 rooms, with additional rooms potentially available at sister property Silver Sands. It has substantial lawn capacity and is part of Radisson Individuals, offering professional hospitality.

The Fern Seaside Luxurious Tent Resort — 84 rooms and tents, with plans for more, plus a beachfront-side event area and indoor options. 

[Source: Silver Waves Resort and Spa]

Silvassa: Riverside Lawns and Green Resort Weekends

Silvassa offers a very different feel from nearby Daman. Here, the draw is greenery, lawns and river-facing resort spaces rather than a coastal view. These properties often work particularly well when families want every function to remain within one complex. Explore Silvassa wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Daman Ganga Valley Resort]

Travel and guest logistics: Vapi remains an important arrival point for this belt, followed by a road transfer to the chosen resort. Be realistic about bus loading, check-in queues and the distance between guest rooms and event lawns.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: Daman and Silvassa may be close, but they have different personalities. Choose Silvassa for what it offers, not simply because it is near Daman.

Ras Resort by Treat — 85 rooms and suites, a river-facing lawn and multiple indoor spaces. It is worth exploring for families who need to assess vegetarian catering and possible accommodation outside the resort.

Pluz Resort — 205 rooms, which may make it easier to keep a larger wedding group at one property. Compare room categories and the distance between function spaces.

Daman Ganga Resort — Its current operating name needs confirmation. EW also lists Daman Ganga Valley Resort (DGV), so the two names should be checked before treating them as one venue.

[Source: Ras Resort by Treat]

Nashik: More Than Vineyards

Nashik offers a countryside wedding with its own character. Though known for vineyards, many Nashik wedding venues sit by lakes, dams or green resort landscapes instead. Explore Nashik wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Aria Resort & Spa]

Travel and guest logistics: For guests arriving from Ahmedabad, compare available trains and the rail station closest to your chosen property. A resort on Trimbak Road and a hotel in Ambad create different final transfers.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: A Nashik address does not automatically mean the wedding will be among vineyards. Venue setting, food policies and actual travel legs matter more.

Wedding venues to consider in Nashik

Grape County Eco Resort & Spa — 150 rooms, confirmed by Eternal Weddingz. Verify the available room block and occupancy conditions for the chosen dates.

Aria Resort & Spa — EW lists 70 rooms, a lake-oriented setting and vegetarian-only catering. The setting is a draw, though a larger residential guest list may still need a second hotel.

Taj – The Gateway Hotel Ambad — EW currently lists 148 rooms on its Nashik venue index. Its more conventional hotel setup may suit families who value room availability and formal banquet spaces more than a secluded resort feel.

[Source: Nashik Wedding Venues]

Lonavala: The Hills and a Potential Rail Advantage

Lonavala is farther from Ahmedabad than several options in Gujarat and Rajasthan, but guests may be able to travel by train instead of flying. Just check that the service, stops and timetable actually work for your wedding dates before counting on a direct train. Explore Lonavala wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Radisson Resort & Spa Lonavala]

Travel and guest logistics: Verify the operating train and its Lonavala stop for the selected dates, then arrange hotel transfers. Khandala properties may add a further drive. The train is only an advantage if guest arrivals are managed well.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: The monsoon views are lovely, but a rain-soaked Haldi is less so. Choose a resort with an indoor backup you would happily use.

Wedding venues to consider in Lonavala

Ikshana Resort & Spa — 100 rooms, confirmed by Eternal Weddingz, alongside multiple event spaces. Check the final room-sharing plan and event-use conditions for your dates.

Radisson Resort & Spa Lonavala — EW lists 103 rooms and multiple event spaces. Worth considering when guest accommodation and dependable hotel operations both matter.

The Fern – An Ecotel Hotel Lonavala — EW lists 81 rooms and several function spaces. Check whether the planned guest list can be accommodated within occupancy limits or split nearby.

[Source: Lonavala Wedding Venues]

Karjat: When the Resort Is the Destination

Karjat works particularly well when the resort itself is the main attraction. Families can stay together, move between lawns and banquets, and spend the weekend in the resort rather than organising sightseeing. Although often grouped with Lonavala, Karjat offers a different experience. Explore Karjat wedding venues for more options in the destination.

[Source: Paramount Riverfront Resort]

Travel and guest logistics: Check rail connections into Karjat and road pickup times to each resort; some resorts are much farther from the station than you might expect.

Getting there: View the route from Ahmedabad on Google Maps. Check live travel time, stops and road conditions before planning guest transfers.

Planner’s take: The lawns can look wonderful, but beautiful landscaping is no substitute for a solid rain backup.

Wedding venues to consider in Karjat

Stone Water Resort & Spa — EW lists 126 rooms and villas, indoor banqueting and large lawns. A good option to explore for a residential wedding centred around the property.

Paramount Riverfront Resort — A riverside resort with several settings for functions. Reconfirm room availability and any phased or upcoming suites for your wedding dates.

Pegasus Lifestyle Resort — 75 rooms, confirmed by Eternal Weddingz. The lawns, banquet and poolside area give you options for different functions, although a larger residential celebration may still need extra rooms elsewhere.

[Source: Stone Water Resort & Spa]

Which Destination Is Right for Your Wedding?

No single destination suits every family. Choose Udaipur if the palace atmosphere is central to the wedding; Mount Abu for a hill setting; Kevadia for a less conventional Gujarat getaway; and Vapi when arriving comfortably is a priority. Daman suits a coastal celebration, Silvassa suits greenery and a contained resort weekend, Nashik works for lakes and countryside, Lonavala brings the Sahyadri hills, and Karjat works best when the resort grounds themselves are the attraction. For a residential wedding, the property matters as much as the destination. A beautiful venue with 64 rooms might need one or two overflow hotels; a property with 150 rooms may suit the same group more easily. Even then, the final number depends on whether every room category is genuinely available on your dates.

Planning a Destination Wedding from Ahmedabad with Eternal Weddingz

Choosing the right destination goes beyond beautiful venues. It’s about finding a place that fits your celebrations, accommodates your guests comfortably, and makes the entire wedding experience seamless. At Eternal Weddingz, we'll help you do just that!