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Trident Bandra Kurla Mumbai

C-56, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra

4.6/5Wonderful! (573 reviews)

"Staff was really caring and so cooperative. Breakfast was so yummy and well prepared and placed."…"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2021

Sofitel Mumbai BKC Hotel

C-57, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra

4.6/5Exceptional! (709 reviews)

"Awesome property, nice staff vary greatly appreciated"…"

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2021

Taj Lands End

Byramji Jeejeebhoy Road, Bandstand, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra

4.5/5Wonderful! (740 reviews)

"Excellent staff and service, focus on cleanliness"…"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2021

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What Is a Hostel?

If you're looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Mumbai, one of the 33 hostels here might be a great option. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodation options all offer the following:

Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
Budget-friendly prices
A social environment

Hostels are a great way to stay in Mumbai for good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Mumbai?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful:

The hottest months are typically May and November, while February and January are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 31° C and night-time temperatures average 19° C
April-June: 33° C is the daytime average and 23° C is the night-time average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 30° C and night-time averages are around 24° C
October-December: The average temperatures are 32° C during the day and 20° C at night
Average rainfall is 2151 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Mumbai?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these places:

Top Sights

Mt. Mary Church
Siddhi Vinayak Temple
Mahalaxmi Temple

Natural Features

Powai Lake
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Elephanta Caves

Cultural Attractions

Nehru Planetarium
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum
Prithvi Theatre

Overall, Mumbai is known for its:

Temples
Shopping
Cafes
Excursions
Gardens
Bird watching
Restaurants

How to Get to Mumbai and Around the Area

You'll find the closest airport in Mumbai (BOM-Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl.), located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transport. Metro stations nearby include Airport Road Station and Grant Road Station. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Mumbai Ghatkopar Station, Mumbai Vidyavihar Station or Mumbai Vikhroli Station.

Frequently asked questions

By going with a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and use more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the gardens create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Indie Stays - Located within a 5-minute walk of Bandra Kurla Complex. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Zostel Mumbai - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers. New Shahana - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with showers, free toiletries and TVs. Awesome Dormitory - 2-minute walk from Saki Naka Station for easy access to public transport. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with showers and free toiletries. Welcome Guest House - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Mumbai Byculla Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers and lockers.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Mumbai, one of Expedia’s 64 hostels might be a great choice for you.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Mumbai are July, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 512 inches of rainfall.

Overall, Mumbai is known for its temples, cafes and gardens. Major attractions include Juhu Beach, Haji Ali Dargah and Mohammed Ali Road. Get out into nature with places such as Gorai Beach, Powai Lake and Shivaji Park. Cultural attractions include Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum, Nehru Science Centre and Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Mumbai in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Mumbai (BOM-Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl.), located 1.2 mi (2 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Saki Naka Station, Asalpha and Marol Naka Station. To see more of the surrounding area, take a train from Mumbai Ghatkopar Station, Mumbai Vidyavihar Station or Mumbai Vikhroli Station.

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