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Backpacker Cowies

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

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In the vibrant neighborhood of Colaba, Backpacker Cowies offers a haven for travelers. Connect to WiFi in your room or catch up with fellow travelers by the lobby TV. With laundry facilities, coworking spaces, and bicycle parking on site, you're all set for an adventure.

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 CNY321
CNY337 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

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

View all photos for 8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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

View all photos for 8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

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

View all photos for 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Shower, towels, toilet paper

6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

Shower, towels, toilet paper

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

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

View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
  • Front Bay - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gateway of India - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mantralaya - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marine Drive - 19 min walk - 1.7 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
  • ‪Modern juice centre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sea Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Araku - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kuckeliku Breakfast House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Backpacker Cowies

Backpacker Cowies puts you just a 5-minute drive from Gateway of India and Marine Drive. Also, this hostel is within a short drive of Siddhi Vinayak Temple.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 143 rooms
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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
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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 9-minute walk from Gateway of India and 14 minutes' walk from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum.

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Reviews

Backpacker Cowies Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great location, extremely helpful staff
Kathrin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pretty much reachable by foot, by bus, by taxi/cabs, etc.
Dhruv, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, couteous staff but the Room AC did not work - room was not cooled at all...
Farida, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent overall
Shubham, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice Stay

On the whole it was a great stay. Location is superb and Gateway of India is jn walking dustance. Hospitality is excellent!! It is actually housed in an old building dating back to British era. There are fantastic eating joints and cafe in and around
KASTURI, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Overall satisfactory. Some rooms do not have an external window. We were shifted to a beautiful room on our second day. The staff is very courteous and helpful. The common areas get cleaned regularly which is great. Maybe some good books can be added.
Ankit Kumar, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel/ hostel. I really enjoyed my stay,

I was really pleased with my stay here. I stayed in the single room. It was spacious with had clean furniture. The room was clean. My only complaint was an occasional smell in the bathroom. The staff was very friendly. They had a very nice rooftop area, and it was in a great area. Highly recommended.
Stacy, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair

hippiejump

Quite clean, smokespot on the roof alright. No privacy in the dorm because the curtains are missing. Surgery room light are crazy bright, but maybe somebody likes them.
2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

I have nothing negative to say. It's really just an average (or slightly below) hostel. Run down building. No social activities. Staff are okay. Stayed in private room, and considering what you pay, it's really overpriced.
Hosam, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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Shota, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Il faut essayer
Verified

8/10 Very good

Gaurav, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Markku, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

tero, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

MARÍA VICTORIA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Suzanne Cordner, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Ram Vignesh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip