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Backpacker Cowies

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Colaba Causeway

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, toilet paper
Reception
Superior Double Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Backpacker Cowies in Colaba's vibrant heart offers travelers a practical base with WiFi in rooms, a lobby TV for socializing, laundry facilities, coworking areas, and secure bicycle parking—everything needed for daily adventures in Mumbai.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NT$1,366
NT$1,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17

Room options

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Shower, towels, toilet paper

6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shower, towels, toilet paper

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Toaster
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Colaba, a neighborhood in Mumbai, Backpacker Cowies is near a train station and by the sea. Colaba Causeway and Fashion Street Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Juhu Beach and Mumbai Port Trust Garden. Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association and Jijamata Udyaan are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours.
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Map
walton road, colaba, 15, Mumbai, MH, 400001

What's nearby

  • Colaba Causeway - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gateway of India - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marine Drive - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Wankhede Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mohammed Ali Road - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Mumbai Churchgate Station - 3 min drive
  • CSMT Station - 4 min drive
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kuckeliku Breakfast House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mag Street Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Churchill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Backpacker Cowies

Hostel near Gateway of India
Close to Colaba Causeway, Backpacker Cowies provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coworking spaces, and bicycle parking
  • A TV in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and a water dispenser
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 143 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Separate dining areas, communal kitchens, and ovens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Printer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Please note: As an energy sustainability effort, this property may turn off air conditioning for up to 4 hours per day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: 50 percent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and PhonePe
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Backpacker Cowies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Backpacker Cowies?

As of 2025/10/15, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backpacker Cowies on 2025/10/16 start from NT$1,366, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Backpacker Cowies?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Backpacker Cowies?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A 50% fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Backpacker Cowies?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Backpacker Cowies located?

Located in Colaba, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Colaba Causeway and Gateway of India. Front Bay and Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association are also within 10 minutes. Mumbai Churchgate Station is 22 minutes by foot and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Railway Station is 30 minutes.

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