Backpacker Cowies

I stayed here as a female solo traveller and they seem to arrange girls to be in a same room which felt pretty safe.

My stay at Backpackers was great. It was in a perfect location for reaching sights easily. There is great shopping, restaurants and the Gateway within steps. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I booked a private room and was very happy with the accommodation. It had a private bathroom. A/C and Wi-Fi both worked well. Will stay here again.

Great for solo traveller

ムンバイの中心街にあり立地が魅力です。設備は古いですが丁寧に清掃されていて問題ありません。

Mein ***n und ich haben hier 3 Nächte in einem separaten Doppelzimmer verbracht. Die Lage des Hotels ist zentral. Das Gateway of India und die „Pub Street“ sind sehr gut erreichbar. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich. Der Rezeptionsbereich ist gut klimatisiert. Die Flure zu den Zimmern sind nicht klimatisiert. Unser Zimmer hatte eine eigene Klimaanlage, die gut funktionierte. Unser ca. 16 Quadratmeter großes Zimmer hatte kein einziges Fenster und es war so zugestellt, dass *** sich geradeso bewegen konnte. Das Bett war hart. Wir konnten keine Nacht vernünftig durchschlafen, weil unser Zimmer gegenüber vom offenen Badezimmer für die Bewohner der Schlafsäle lag. Da die Schallisolierung nicht so gut ist, hat *** einfach alles gehört. Die Sauberkeit war ok. Einen Haarföhn gibt es in diesem Hotel nicht. Wir sind wirklich nur zum Schlafen ins Hostel. Für diejenigen, die nur einen günstigen Schlafplatz suchen ist es perfekt. Wenn *** etwas zum Wohlfühlen sucht, sollte *** es eher nicht besuchen.

HIGHLY NOT recommended !!! We booked three nights, second day they sold my bed to other guy, reception was very surprised by this situation, but sent the other guy to another room. Before the last night we came in the afternoon to our room and there was again somebody else in our beds and our LOCKS WERE DAMAGED by staff, lockers empty and our bags and things were removed to some dirty hole kind of room publicly accesible for everyone. My money is missing - around 80 US dollars. Manager said they are not responsible for missing things although they are the ones who broke in and destroyed our locks. We checked out early and I WARN everyone to go there.

We really enjoyed oure stay in Backpacker Cowies. It's a mix of hotel and a hostel. One can stay in a private room (with a shower and a/c) or in a shared dorm. We opted for the former. Room wasn't spacious but sufficed our needs. Bedsheets were clean, bathroom could have been cleaner but it still was ok. The hotel provides also quite a spacious shared space and the rooftop where one can chill in the evenings. The hotel is located close to the Gateway of India monument and other points of interest in the city. Quite cheap considering Mumbai prices.

Hello I am writing this to warn of the issues I experienced at Cowies! The staff are rude unhelpful and the location is far from marine drive. The beds have big bug problems as other reviews have stated and prepare to itch and feel the crawl. I am a disabled veteran with a broken hand and had issues getting proper accommodation or a response from staff . I was beaten out of a dollar for a towel when my first one had feces on it and was wet :( I really wanted to enjoy my stay here , BUT the staff the unhygienic bathrooms and beds ruined it . I never received compensation for my time or money. I plan on having a YouTube video to showcase these major issues as it’s dangerous to be in a in an infected bed. The vibe the staff gives they don’t care as long they get paid and that’s the only reason why I wrote this review I feel worthless to them.

Our airport taxi had trouble locating it but once you know the area it’s not hard. It’s just a min away from shops and cafes yet quiet. It’s well organised with electronic key cards, it has a lift, a kitchenette stocked with plates, cups snd spoons, and provides free tea/coffee/ biscuits, and a fridge. The lounge area has a tv, games and books, with plenty of seating. There is a laundry service but it’s not ironed. I chose a 6 bed female dorm for my stay, the room was more spacious than some I’ve stayed in, comfortable beds, a lovely en-suite bathroom, AC and a fan. On the negative side - is the need for drawers (not deep cupboards) for personal belongings, ***** with curtains (as some dorms provide) and a shelf (inside the bunk) for glasses, phone or book etc. Overall it was a very pleasant stay and I’d book them again.