Backpacker Cowies

Property class: 2

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Close to Gateway of India and Colaba Causeway, Backpacker Cowies provides a playground, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
The current price is S$71
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, a bedside table with a book and a bottle, and a wall-mounted shelf with books and a vase.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue headboard, and a chessboard on the bed. There is a nightstand with a vase of flowers and a clock. The room has a textured wall and a window with a view of the outside.

Superior Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

A bunk room with numbered bunk beds and a ceiling fan.

8 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

A bunk room with numbered bunk beds and a ceiling fan.

8 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds labeled 1 to 4, a ceiling fan, and a light fixture.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

A small, compact bathroom with a window, a hand dryer, and a toilet.

6 Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

A small, compact bathroom with a window, a hand dryer, and a toilet.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

A dormitory room with bunk beds labeled 1 to 4, a ceiling fan, and a light fixture.

4 Bed Mixed Dorm Shared

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Located in Colaba, a neighbourhood in Mumbai, Backpacker Cowies is near a train station and by the sea. Gateway of India is a notable landmark, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Colaba Causeway and Mohammed Ali Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association, or consider a night out at JioGarden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours. Visit our Mumbai travel guide
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walton road, colaba, 15, Mumbai, MH, 400001

What's nearby

  • A bustling outdoor market with people shopping and selling goods, a cart with baskets, and a cloudy sky.
    Colaba Causeway
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic building with domes and arched windows by a body of water with boats.
    Front Bay
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Gateway of India, a large stone arch monument, and the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel with reflections in the water.
    Gateway of India
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A historic building with a large dome and intricate architecture, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and palm trees.
    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A river with a city skyline in the background.
    Marine Drive
    5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Mumbai Churchgate Station
    3 min drive
  • Grant Road Station
    7 min drive
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Leopold Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Sea Lounge
    5 min walk
  • Fariyas Hotel
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • Kuckeliku Breakfast House
    3 min walk

About this property

Backpacker Cowies

  • Hostel near Gateway of India
  • Close to Colaba Causeway, Backpacker Cowies provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and luggage storage
    • A water dispenser, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
    • A lift, coworking spaces and bike parking
  • Room features
  • All 143 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and printers.
  • More amenities include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Separate dining areas, communal kitchens and ovens

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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 27 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backpacker Cowies on 27 Nov, 2026 start from S$71, including 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Backpacker Cowies Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, comfortable clean room with air con and en-suite . Friendly atmosphere- extra amenities in communal area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location, extremely helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, decent staff, all amenities available and a very good service. The place had a very cool aesthetic vibe. Good option if you are looking for dormitory in Mumbai.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a lovely room, clean room and the AC worked. Unfortunately there was a lot of building going on whilst we were there including fixing/installing the elevator and lots of dust/workmen associated with that. However, we had a great time and enjoyed the games room upstairs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Stay

On the whole it was a great stay. Location is superb and Gateway of India is jn walking dustance. Hospitality is excellent!! It is actually housed in an old building dating back to British era. There are fantastic eating joints and cafe in and around
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shared dorm room for 6 so quite a busy room. Cleaned everyday, room stayed cool in the heat. Lovely atmosphere and the guys on reception really helpful for organising money exchange, buses, eSIM and answering questions. Hotel is right in Colaba and by India Gate, 25 minute stroll to the Wankhede cricket stadium for the T20 World Cup. Fantastic time in Mumbai and the hotel ticked all the boxes.
Lockable storage under dorm beds.
Cricket T20 World Cup only 25 minute walk depending on being brave crossing the roads!
Main train terminus. UNESCO building. Fantastic architecture all around Mumbai.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel/ hostel. I really enjoyed my stay,

I was really pleased with my stay here. I stayed in the single room. It was spacious with had clean furniture. The room was clean. My only complaint was an occasional smell in the bathroom. The staff was very friendly. They had a very nice rooftop area, and it was in a great area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall satisfactory. Some rooms do not have an external window. We were shifted to a beautiful room on our second day. The staff is very courteous and helpful. The common areas get cleaned regularly which is great. Maybe some good books can be added.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

I have nothing negative to say. It's really just an average (or slightly below) hostel. Run down building. No social activities. Staff are okay. Stayed in private room, and considering what you pay, it's really overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Pretty much reachable by foot, by bus, by taxi/cabs, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent overall
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, couteous staff but the Room AC did not work - room was not cooled at all...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

hippiejump

Quite clean, smokespot on the roof alright. No privacy in the dorm because the curtains are missing. Surgery room light are crazy bright, but maybe somebody likes them.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir haben zwei „Superior“-Zimmer gebucht – was wir vorgefunden haben, war schlicht unzumutbar. Betten, Bettwäsche, Kissen und Decken waren mit Schimmel befallen. Unter diesen Umständen haben wir dort selbstverständlich nicht eine einzige Nacht geschlafen. Eine akzeptable Lösung vor Ort? Fehlanzeige. Das Problem wurde weder ernsthaft noch zu unserer Zufriedenheit behoben. Fazit: Gesundheitsgefährdende Zustände, irreführende Zimmerkategorie und null Problemlösungskompetenz. Dieses Hotel ist keine Empfehlung, nicht einmal im Notfall.
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
観光、レストラン、露店に対してアクセス抜群
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il faut essayer
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023