Bed and Breakfast at Colaba

Bed and Breakfast at Colaba Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Bed and Breakfast at Colaba, you immediately get that cozy, home-away-from-home feeling that’s honestly pretty rare in Mumbai. The place sits right in Avabai Mansion on Henry Road, and I mean, you can’t get much more central than this in Colaba. It’s one of those three-star spots that doesn’t try to be fancy — it just focuses on getting the basics really, really right. The location puts you within walking distance of some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and vibrant street life.

The Colaba Advantage

Here’s what I love about staying here — you’re literally in the heart of one of Mumbai’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Step outside and you’re minutes from the Gateway of India, the Taj Hotel, and all those little cafes and shops that make Colaba so addictive. Couples especially seem to get this location (they’ve rated it 9.5, which honestly makes total sense). You can walk to Leopold Cafe for a beer, hit up the street vendors for some serious shopping, or just wander down to the waterfront when the city gets overwhelming. The neighborhood energy is infectious and keeps you engaged throughout your stay.

The Room Experience

The room itself is clean and comfortable — nothing fancy, but everything works. You know what I appreciate? The air conditioning actually cools the space (not always a given in Mumbai), and the beds are properly firm. The bathrooms are compact but functional, and there’s decent water pressure, which honestly feels like a small miracle sometimes. It’s the kind of place where you sleep well and wake up ready to explore rather than wanting to hide indoors all day. The thoughtful touches make all the difference in your overall comfort.

Morning Fuel

The buffet breakfast is actually pretty solid for a place this size. They’ve got the usual suspects — eggs, toast, some Indian options — but it’s all fresh and there’s enough variety to keep you happy for a few days. I mean, you’re not going to write home about it, but it definitely sets you up properly for a day of wandering around South Mumbai. Plus, eating breakfast here means you can skip the morning rush at nearby cafes and get straight to sightseeing. The meal preparation is consistent and reliable every single morning.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t a pretentious property, and it doesn’t pretend to be one. What it offers is a clean, comfortable base in one of Mumbai’s best locations at a price that won’t destroy your travel budget. The staff actually seems to care about helping you navigate the city, and there’s something refreshing about a place that focuses on hospitality over flashy amenities. When you’re spending most of your time exploring Colaba Fort, the markets, or catching ferries to Elephanta Caves, you really just need somewhere reliable to crash — and this place delivers on that promise without any fuss. It’s the perfect choice for travelers who value location and genuine service above all else.

Hotels in Mumbai line Marine Drive, Bandra seafronts, and the neo-gothic corridors around Fort.

Bed and Breakfast at Colaba Accommodations

Reviews of Bed and Breakfast at Colaba

• Milind from India (8/10)

  breakfast average, location is very good.

• Swapnil from India (9/10)

  Location, Room

• Alexander from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Great location, good value price. Everything was clean etc, bed comfy, bathroom good. Lots of main attractions a short walk away, and loads of great restaurants nearby

• Ginette from Canada (8/10)

  Very big room with big windows, good A/C and very good wifi, clean room and bathroom, staff is friendly and helpful, very well situated

• Anant from Germany (8/10)

  The staff
  Colonial style of rooms
  I stayed in room 8

• Jackie from Australia (8/10)

  Good location, very close to Gateway to India. Large room. Pleasant to sit in Private balcony. Own toilet outside, as per booking. Simple toast and coffee/tea breakfast but nice having room service.

• Joshi from India (7/10)

  Location is superb.

• Phillip from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location with friendly helpful staff
  And lots of hot water

• Gwendoline from France (7/10)

  The location here is everything. Everything you might want to do as a tourist is closeby
  An emphasis is placed on safety here. Cctv, gatekeeper and safety dogs.

• Brandi from Switzerland (9/10)

  Safe, welcoming and clean. Great staff, outstanding location. Clean bathroom with hot water all day.

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