Namastey Mumbai Backpackers

The rooms are well maintained and had clean sheets. The bathrooms are quite small but are clean. Lockers are provided for the luggage as well. Basic breakfast of bread, eggs, ceral etc are provided daily. It is quite close to the Bandstand so location wise it is located close to most places.

6 months ago

It was okayish experience. Open area has many different types of sitting. Room was good, washroom is common across all stay. Food was okayish. It was around ~1.7km from Joggers park in Bandra and from khar station.

4 months ago

Very nice place, well located and great people. Loved to meet all these amazing person, very different from another, very unique, but nice in every way.

2 months ago

This hostel has been my favorite hostel ever! Employees were so helpful and kind. The common strand are really cool and I met amazing people! Breakfast is nice, always a different Indian dish, and the basics like cereal and eggs. I had the time of my life. Also Bandra is such an amazing neighborhood, lots of trees, well connected to the city, markets, restaurants and all. Very safe zone. Internet connection in the common areas was perfect, not excellent in my bed but still worked. They don’t have laundry in the hostel but there is service of laundry. 100% would recommend this hostel.

a year ago

More than half the boarders seemed to be white foreigners. The vibe is very chilled. Complementary breakfast included in the morning is very nice, quite eclectic and certainly healthy. The staff behaviour there should be more welcoming and be more helpful. All the premise people of seemed Indian heritage or brown skin had this superior complexity to themselves and phony American accents. Please improve your behaviour towards boarders of of your own country first. Otherwise bathrooms were clean 4/5 and very nicely located place.

a year ago

My stay at this backpackers' lodge was nothing short of disappointing. Despite glowing recommendations from friends who had stayed for months, I encountered unwelcoming staff, unhygienic facilities, and a disturbing incident involving a staff member's reckless behavior. Yasin, one of the staff, carelessly threw an ashtray in my vicinity while I was smoking, causing a near miss. His nonchalant apology and the dismissive attitude of others toward the incident left me feeling unsafe and unsettled. The atmosphere was tense, with noisy and inconsiderate guests disrupting any chance of rest. Additionally, the rooms were cramped and malodorous, adding to the discomfort. Despite my initial excitement, the overall experience fell far short of expectations. I had planned to extend my stay but ultimately chose to relocate to another hostel for a more pleasant and secure environment.

9 months ago

Very disappointing. This hostel is not cheap at all for India and there are even cheaper and much nicer hostels in Mumbai, such as Cowies in Colaba (a much nicer area than Bandra). The dorm was incredibly cramped and far too hot, as was the common area, where there were not enough seats or fans. There also were no curtains on my bed even though the other beds in the dorm had curtains which didn't seem fair. Lastly, the staff kept moving and separating our shoes which we had to leave by the entrance which did get annoying. It gets one star as the common area is pretty, there is a kitchen and the other guests were very sociable and friendly.

7 months ago

Title: Mixed Experience - Average Rooms, Unfortunate Theft Rating: ★★☆☆☆ Review: My recent stay at this place left me with mixed feelings. While the rooms were decent overall, one unfortunate incident tainted my experience. The rooms were okay, providing the basic amenities expected of a standard dorm room. The beds were okay, and the cleanliness was satisfactory. However, the decor felt a bit outdated, and the overall ambiance lacked a touch. Unfortunately, during my stay, I encountered a significant setback when my footwear was stolen. This incident was distressing and greatly affected my overall perception of this place. The management was notified immediately, and while they expressed concern, there were no clue were the fudge it went. It left me feeling disappointed and frustrated. In light of this incident, I strongly advise fellow guests to consider carrying a footwear bag to protect their expensive shoes. Losing or having them stolen not only means a financial loss but also leaves you without suitable footwear, which can significantly impact your travel experience. On the positive side, the staff members were generally polite and helpful, responding promptly to any inquiries or requests. The location was also convenient, with easy access to nearby attractions and public transportation options. In conclusion, while the rooms were average and the staff displayed courtesy, the unfortunate incident of my stolen footwear overshadowed my experience. I hope they take appropriate measures to enhance security in the future to prevent such incidents from occurring again.

a year ago