Colaba · Mumbai · Taj
The Taj Mahal Palace
Mumbai’s grand dame, opposite the Gateway of India since 1903.
Sea viewSpaPoolHeritage
From ₹28,000 / night
The best luxury hotels in Mumbai
Where to stay in Mumbai, by neighbourhood: heritage in Colaba, sea views at Nariman Point and Bandra, rooftops in Worli, beaches in Juhu.
Quick answer
Which is the best luxury hotel in Mumbai?
For most travellers, The Taj Mahal Palace in Colaba is the best luxury hotel in Mumbai: historic, central and opposite the Gateway of India. Choose The Oberoi for a quieter sea-view stay, Four Seasons in Worli for nightlife, Taj Lands End in Bandra for the airport and BKC, and ITC Maratha for a short stay before an international flight.
Hotels in this guide8
Price range₹9,000 to ₹28,000 a night
Best seasonNovember to February
From the airport5 to 75 minutes
At a glance
| Hotel | Area | Best for | From, per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Taj Mahal Palace | Colaba, Mumbai | Sea view, Spa | ₹28,000 |
| The Oberoi Mumbai | Nariman Point, Mumbai | Sea view, Spa | ₹24,000 |
| Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai | Worli, Mumbai | Rooftop bar, Spa | ₹22,000 |
| The St. Regis Mumbai | Lower Parel, Mumbai | Butler service, Spa | ₹20,000 |
| Taj Lands End | Bandra, Mumbai | Sea view, Pool | ₹18,000 |
| ITC Maratha | Andheri, Mumbai | Near airport, Spa | ₹15,000 |
| JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu | Juhu, Mumbai | Beachfront, Spa | ₹17,000 |
| Abode Bombay | Colaba, Mumbai | Heritage, Design-led | ₹9,000 |
Indicative starting prices; live rates change by date.
1 2 Nariman Point · Mumbai · OberoiThe Oberoi Mumbai
Quiet, polished and every room faces the Arabian Sea.
Sea viewSpaPoolFrom ₹24,000 / night3 Worli · Mumbai · Four SeasonsFour Seasons Hotel Mumbai
AER, its rooftop bar, has the best sunset view in the city.
Rooftop barSpaPoolFrom ₹22,000 / nightNot sure which one suits you? Tell us the occasion and we’ll shortlist two.
4 Lower Parel · Mumbai · MarriottThe St. Regis Mumbai
Butler service on every floor, above Palladium mall.
Butler serviceSpaPoolFrom ₹20,000 / night5 Bandra · Mumbai · TajTaj Lands End
Bandra’s sea-facing landmark, close to the airport and BKC.
Sea viewPoolSpaFrom ₹18,000 / night6 Andheri · Mumbai · ITCITC Maratha
Five minutes from the international terminal, with Dum Pukht.
Near airportSpaPoolFine diningFrom ₹15,000 / night7 Juhu · Mumbai · MarriottJW Marriott Mumbai Juhu
Right on Juhu beach, with a pool families love.
BeachfrontSpaPoolFamily friendlyFrom ₹17,000 / night8 Colaba · Mumbai · IndependentAbode Bombay
A small design hotel in an old Colaba building.
HeritageDesign-ledFrom ₹9,000 / night
How to choose
Where to stay in Mumbai, by area
Pick the area or experience first; the right hotel follows.
Colaba & Nariman Point
South Mumbai: heritage, Marine Drive and the sea. 60 to 75 minutes from the airport.
Worli & Lower Parel
Modern towers, rooftop bars and the best restaurants. About 45 minutes from the airport.
Bandra & BKC
For business and the sea link. 20 to 30 minutes from the airport.
Juhu & Andheri
Beachfront and airport hotels, ideal before an early flight.
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FAQs
Questions travellers ask
Which Mumbai hotel is closest to the international airport?
ITC Maratha is about 5 minutes from Terminal 2.
Is The Taj Mahal Palace worth it?
For a first visit or a special occasion, yes. Ask for a Palace Wing room for the heritage experience, or a Tower room with a harbour view.
Which area is best for a family stay?
Juhu, for the beach and the pools, or Colaba, for sights within walking distance.
How much does a 5-star hotel in Mumbai cost?
Usually ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 a night, rising in December and around big events.
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