Elphinstone Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Marine Drive

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Relax in a serene space with a large bed, a small table for work or relaxation, and framed artwork adorning the walls.
Enjoy a peaceful view of the outdoors from the large window, with a convenient counter and sink nearby.
Stylish lobby with a seating area and long corridor lined with doors.
A beautifully framed mirror reflects the room's elegant details.
Guests can check in at the reception desk, surrounded by comfortable seating and a traditional door.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Sai Nivas, 149, P D'mello Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Mohammed Ali Road
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Marine Drive
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gateway of India
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mumbai (BOM-Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Mumbai

Located in Fort within a mile (2 km) of Marine Drive, Elphinstone Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Gateway of India. This hotel has 22 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mohammed Ali Road - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crawford Market - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marine Drive - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Colaba Causeway - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Gateway of India - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mumbai Masjid Station - 7 min walk
  • CSMT Station - 13 min walk
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gulshan-E-Iran - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zam Zam Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mumbai Fancy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Radio Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Balgi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Elphinstone Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Marine Drive
Elphinstone Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for INR 1652 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 500.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 1652 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 0)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 500.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Couples must provide proof of marriage to share a room.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Elphinstone Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Elphinstone Hotel?

Elphinstone Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Elphinstone Hotel?

As of Aug 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elphinstone Hotel on Aug 18, 2025 start from $49.41, 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.

What's there to do close to Elphinstone Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Fort within a 10-minute walk of Mohammed Ali Road and Crawford Market. You'll also find Marine Drive and Colaba Causeway within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Elphinstone Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Elphinstone Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Elphinstone Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Elphinstone Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Elphinstone Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include minibars.

Does Elphinstone Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Elphinstone Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Elphinstone Hotel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Elphinstone Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Elphinstone Hotel.

Does Elphinstone Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Elphinstone Hotel?

The closest major airport to Elphinstone Hotel is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), which is 15.8 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Elphinstone Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Elphinstone Hotel.

Elphinstone Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 214 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

madeleine

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Jewel in Mumbai’s crown

This delightful boutique hotel is enhanced by the wonderful staff under the management of Hemond who is extremely welcoming and made our visit memorable. The breakfast was plentiful, the rooms are immaculately clean and the WiFi is the best we have experienced in any of the hotels we have stayed in. The hotel is well placed for access to the main attractions of Mumbai and for cruise ship passengers. We will definitely stay again on our next visit to Mumbai,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Great location, friendly and courteous staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was served efficiently and top ups of coffee were freely available. Manager Mr. Hemond Amanna was so helpful in helping us sort out a visa problem. 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDIP

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, excellent service

Check in was very good, the concierge was excellent providing map with suggestions to do. The kitchen attendants were very nice and helpful. Location was good and easy access to transportation and gateway of India, walking distance from Victoria Terminus
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome. The complimentary breakfast was really nice and filling. They also let us keep our bags there after we checked out, these were kept safely for us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Bhavnesh

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst experience, small rooms and the staff very reluctant to guest service especially the manager a very cunning y
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Anirudh

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old world courtesy, but fully 21st century outlook

We stayed two nights and found the hotel to be in an excellent location for seeing the tourist attractions of Mumbai. We had arrived in Mumbai after a long train journey and despite not having a restaurant, the hotel was able to order an excellent lunch from a local restaurant which came within 20 minutes and was absolutely delicious. The beds were unbelievably comfortable and the complimentary breakfast was exactly what we as a family needed before going off to do a tour of Dharavi. The staff, headed by the wonderfully courteous and thoughtful manager, Hemond, were always polite and efficient. A hotel which does its utmost to ensure you have a restful and restorative stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Eliana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Arvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant Bed & Breakfast

I feel one of the good hotels in Mumbai. The cleanliness is top notch. The staff is exceptionally good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a suprisingly modern and comfortable hotel

When you step out of your taxi and look at the outside of this hotel I wouldn't blame you if, on first impression, you jump right back in the taxi and find an alternative place to stay! The outside of the hotel looks terrible and, as you enter the door and go up the flight of stairs, your view of the hotel is only going to get worse and you will - as I did - wonder what on earth you've let yourself in for. However, when you enter the hotel itself on the first floor it's like you enter a tranquil alternative universe. A lot of money has obviously been spent on the place - it's well appointed, clean, well looked after and very inviting. The staff are extremely professional and make you feel like you're in a much grander location than the one outside the hotel. Just one niggle - the hot water tanks are ridiculously small so remember to turn the water off in the shower as you lather up!!! Top tip - the café underneath the restaurant looks rather dark and intimidating but give it a go - it serves the best lassi I've ever tasted in India, and the food is extremely tasty and almost ridiculously cheap. Officers from the neighbouring police station regularly eat there so don't worry about your safety, despite the look of the place. As for the hotel itself, it doesn't have a restaurant, but the staff are more than happy to place an order for you with a nearby restaurant. If you're a shopaholic Crawford Market is only 10 minutes' walk away where you can buy just about anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value for Money!

Had a good stay at Hotel Elphinstone. All the staff were brilliant and friendly, some great recommendations for local cheap restaurants and take outs. Free breakfast in the morning was nice and chai in the afternoon great after a long day sight seeing. Overall great value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay in a clean and comfortable budget (for Mumbai!) hotel. We would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

My stay at HEA was superb. On the outside this place does not look like much but inside this is an immaculate hotel with a great lounge area. The room was great and the air-conditioning was excellent. Water dispenser in the lounge is always a massive bonus. When I arrived the guy on reception was really keen to advise me on the surrounding areas and give me advice and what I wanted to see in Mumbai. Whilst I was a little disappointed that I did not get a double bed instead of two singles I was aware that there was no guarantee of my request being granted and this did nothing to take away from what my stay and I would not hesitate to recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Jay, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great room and services.

The room was perfect. All staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

seets, Birmingham UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great location great price

great location right in the centre, staff very friendly and helpful, if you need anything just ask the staff and if they can they will get it for you, we required currency, the hotel do not have a exchange bureu however the staff said they can change it for us so we gave GBP to the staff and within an hour they exchanged it and dropped it too our room. Hotel was clean, breakfast was nice, staff always happy to go out of their way to help for the price we paid 15 nights went really quick but we were comfortable and did not need to worry about our belongings going missing. if you want room cleaning just hand them the keys in on your way out. The downstairs of the hotel does not look nice dont let this put you off as the lower building is not part of the hotel. I do recommend you pay extra for the bigger room so there's more space, the small rooms are nice but bigger rooms more comfy and worth paying a little extra. will definitely be staying here again in the future
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good central location, yummy breakfast, good price

I enjoyed the service and professionalism of the staff - when I arrived, I was greeted with a drink and a snack. The staff were very polite, and helped with tips about nearby restaurants, and wifi is available, and the breakfast was pretty yummy. Mumbai is expensive - so I figured it was important to keep my expectations in check - and the hotel was clean, very centrally located, and the staff did an overall amazing job.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jacek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great service

I recommend this hotel. The people running it are very professional and very helpful. I liked the complimentary back massage mat installed in the lobby.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

We had a delightful stay in this hotel - the room was extremely comfortable and very clean. All the staff from the manager to cleaners were very courteous and happy to assist whatever the time. We would have rated the hotel 5 stars, but it is a pity that there is no lift, as there are two flight of stairs to enter the hotel. It was also an extremely pleasant surprise to enter the hotel, as the surrounding area and ground-floor entrance is extremely dingy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018