Bombay
Heritage-meets-boho boutique. Think salvaged Burma teak, handmade Irani tiles, block-printed ikat fabrics, local truck art on the walls, and Ayurvedic copper water jugs on the nightstand. Warm and personal rather than slick or corporate.
Breakfast runs until midday — one of the latest cut-offs in Mumbai. No rush.
Why It Matters
Mumbai's first authentic boutique hotel, housed in a 1910 colonial building 100 metres from the Gateway of India. Known for its social responsibility — the hotel employs visually impaired massage therapists, operates a women-run airport car service, and sells shawls made by a women's collective. Rooms are furnished entirely with reclaimed and locally sourced materials.
Abode Bombay sits on the first floor of Lansdowne House, a colonial building from 1910, about 100 metres from the Gateway of India in Colaba. It bills itself as Mumbai's first authentic boutique hotel — and that's not just marketing. The teak floorboards were reclaimed from demolished buildings, floor tiles hand-laid in traditional Art Deco patterns, cushions stitched from vintage saris, and Art Deco antiques sourced from local markets. There are just 25 rooms, an in-house Subko specialty coffee café, a spa room, and a small shop stocked with locally made crafts. It is the anti-chain hotel taken seriously.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Basic
Compact rooms that retain the original character of the 1910 heritage building — salvaged teak wood flooring, eclectic mix of vintage and modern furniture, and original artwork. En-suite shower and basin, but shared toilet with neighbouring rooms. Some rooms are windowless and all have the original low ceilings. The most budget-friendly way to experience Abode's design DNA.
Luxury
Large rooms with double-height windows, good natural light, and a pretty view of Colaba. Handmade Art Deco tile flooring with carefully restored Indian vintage furniture and original artwork. En-suite bathroom with a spacious walk-in rain shower. Writing desk and lounging area.
Simple
Well-proportioned rooms with handmade Art Deco tile flooring, carefully restored Indian vintage furniture, and original artwork. Writing desk. En-suite bathroom with a walk-in rain shower. Good value entry point to the hotel's design-led aesthetic.
Suite
The largest rooms in the hotel, on the 4th floor. Double-height windows, warm wooden floors, exposed brick walls, and vintage touches. Handmade Art Deco tile flooring with carefully restored Indian vintage furniture and original artwork. En-suite bathroom with walk-in rain shower and a freestanding bathtub. Writing desk and lounging area. City views over Colaba.
Superior Luxury
Spacious rooms with double-height windows, plenty of natural light, and Colaba views. Handmade Art Deco tile flooring, carefully restored Indian vintage furniture, and original artwork. En-suite bathroom with walk-in rain shower and a freestanding rolltop bathtub (1920s-style). Writing desk and lounging area. Organic bed linen throughout.
The Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Outdoor bootcamp sessions at the Cooperage Football Stadium, organised by local trainers Xertfit. Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7 PM and Tuesday, Thursday at 7:30 PM. INR 400 per person for a 60-minute session. Hotel will book your spot.
Via the hotel's partnership with a local gym, guests can book expert pilates or boxing sessions in addition to full gym workouts.
Staff can organise cycling tours through the heritage streets of Colaba, taking in the neighbourhood's colonial architecture, galleries, and local life.
The hotel organises early morning guided walks to the Sassoon Docks Fish Market — one of Mumbai's great sensory experiences. Best done just after sunrise.
The hotel organises private guided city tours through Bombay's colonial heritage. The 20-sight Fort and Colaba Heritage Walk takes in Neo-Gothic buildings from the 1860s–70s, 1930s Art Deco apartment buildings, and the Kala Ghoda arts district. Recommended between 7–8 AM. Other routes include the Dabbawala tour and a combined day tour.
Staff can arrange trips to Elephanta Island and its UNESCO-listed rock-cut cave temples, a ferry ride from the Gateway of India. The caves are about 10km northeast of Apollo Bunder.
The hotel organises fully-guided group runs of 2–20km through Mumbai's streets. Maps are provided for self-guided runs too — Colaba and Marine Drive are excellent routes.
Yoga mats and Swiss balls available on-site. Yoga and meditation classes available on demand. Monthly full moon meditation sessions also held.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Available throughout the property in all rooms and public areas.
Abode has partnered with a top-tier local gym for guest access. Pilates and boxing sessions bookable through the hotel.
Available during specified hours. Primarily breakfast-period focused.
Full breakfast included with all rooms, served until midday.
In-house Subko café serving specialty coffee (pour-overs, cold brew, arabicas), baked goods, and Bono Boutique ice cream. Open to the public.
A well-curated travel book library in the lobby-lounge area. Strong on India and Mumbai titles.
A sociable lobby-lounge with co-working areas, natural light, and a welcoming communal atmosphere.
There is no swimming pool on-site.
A small shop stocked with locally sourced Indian products — handwoven scarves, tribal jewellery, ceramics, and art by Indian or India-inspired artists. Items in rooms are also available for purchase. Global shipping available.
Reverse osmosis filtered drinking water provided in rooms and refreshed daily.
A prepaid mobile phone available for guests to borrow when going out, to stay in contact with the hotel. A thoughtful touch for solo travellers.
No on-site parking available.
The hotel partners with a women-run car service for airport pickups and drop-offs. Drivers are in many cases the sole earner in their family. Extra charge applies.
Bicycles available for hire for guests.
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