AHMEDABAD, INDIA--(Marketwire - Oct 5, 2012) -  Capitalizing on one of the biggest Ahmedabad attractions, Courtyard by Marriott Ahmedabad has introduced an exciting room package for the festive season in the month of October.

Navratri, literally translating to 'nine nights,' is one of the most popular Hindu festivals across India and the biggest in the state of Gujarat. The hallmark of this nine day festival is garbha, a renowned dance typical of Gujarat, claimed as one of the most important things to do in Ahmedabad. This year, a host of celebrations have been organized by the Gujarat Tourism board in Ahmedabad at various grounds and clubs located near Courtyard by Marriott. Such celebrations are ideal for tourists as they give an insight into the colorful culture of Gujarat through vibrant dances, religious gatherings, traditional handicrafts and local delicacies.

Courtyard by Marriott, one of the premier luxury hotels in Ahmedabad, has introduced the Navratri room package valid between 19^th and 27^th October. The package includes a complimentary buffet breakfast for two at MoMo Café, 25% discount on the Navratri mid night buffet at MoMo Café and a 15% discount at O2 Spa. With an additional 30% discount on rooms that are booked 10 days in advance, this promises to be one of the most exciting Ahmedabad hotel deals for the festive season.

The Midnight Buffet would be offered during this period at MoMo Café, the all day dining which is also one of the most popular restaurants in Ahmedabad. The buffet will feature a pure vegetarian spread keeping in mind the alimentary sentiments of the people at this time of the year. It would be available between 12.30 AM and 2.30 AM to coincide with the time when people generally wrap up the Navratri celebrations for the day.

Courtyard by Marriott, a 4 star hotel in Ahmedabad, is located at Satellite which is considered one of the foremost shopping and commercial areas of the city. The hotel features 164 rooms including 12 suites and dining options that include MoMo Café- the all day dining, Shakahari vegetarian restaurant and MoMo 2 Go- the deli. As one of the Ahmedabad hotels with a fitness centre, Courtyard by Marriott also has an outdoor pool and the O2 spa.

Ms. Parul Thakur, General Manager, adds, "Courtyard by Marriott, besides being one of the best business hotels in Ahmedabad, is also ideal for those coming to the city for leisure. We are one of the few Ahmedabad hotels with an outdoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness centre and spa. Our dining options cater to diverse tastes and the Navratri midnight buffet has been conceived keeping in mind the preferences of the people during the festival. We look forward to hosting our patrons at the hotel at this auspicious time of the year."

You can know more about the Navratri room package at Courtyard by Marriott Ahmedabad on http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/amdcy-courtyard-ahmedabad.

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