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Backpacker Cowies

Property class: 2
Hostel within walking distance of Gateway of India

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When you stay at Backpacker Cowies, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Colaba Causeway and Gateway of India. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from Marine Drive.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Separate dining area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is $50
$53 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, a bedside table with a book and a bottle, and a wall-mounted shelf with books and a vase.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue headboard, and a chessboard on the bed. There is a nightstand with a vase of flowers and a clock. The room has a textured wall and a window with a view of the outside.

Superior Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

A bunk room with numbered bunk beds and a ceiling fan.

8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

A bunk room with numbered bunk beds and a ceiling fan.

8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds labeled 1 to 4, a ceiling fan, and a light fixture.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

A small, compact bathroom with a window, a hand dryer, and a toilet.

6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

A small, compact bathroom with a window, a hand dryer, and a toilet.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

A dormitory room with bunk beds labeled 1 to 4, a ceiling fan, and a light fixture.

4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
walton road, colaba, 15, Mumbai, MH, 400001

What's nearby

  • Colaba Causeway - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gateway of India - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mantralaya - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marine Drive - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) - 52 min drive
  • Navi Mumbai Intl. Airport (NMI) - 54 min drive
  • Mumbai Masjid Station - 4 min drive
  • Mumbai Churchgate Station - 22 min walk
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Railway Station - 30 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Leopold Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Delhi Darbar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sea Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Modern juice centre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kuckeliku Breakfast House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Backpacker Cowies

  • When you stay at Backpacker Cowies, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Colaba Causeway and Gateway of India. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from Marine Drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 143 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Please note: As an energy sustainability effort, this property may turn off air conditioning for up to 4 hours per day.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Boat tours nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Printer

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and PhonePe.
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 761488429

Also known as

Backpacker Cowies Mumbai
Backpacker Cowies Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Backpacker Cowies Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Mumbai

Frequently asked questions

Does Backpacker Cowies offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Backpacker Cowies does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Backpacker Cowies?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Backpacker Cowies?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Backpacker Cowies.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Backpacker Cowies?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a 50% charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Backpacker Cowies and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours.

What's the area around Backpacker Cowies like?

Backpacker Cowies is a short 1-minute walk from Colaba Causeway and 9 minutes' walk from Gateway of India.

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