The Gordon House Hotel is a compact, well-located boutique hotel on Battery Street in Apollo Bunder, in the heart of Colaba, a few steps from the Taj Mahal Palace and the Gateway of India. It is our mid-range pick, offering the same walkable location as the grand hotels at a fraction of the price. The rooms are air-conditioned with laptop workspaces, coffee and tea makers, rainfall showers and free bottled water, and room service runs around the clock. A free buffet breakfast is served every morning, WiFi is free, and the hotel provides free valet parking, which is rare in this part of the city. There is a restaurant, a daily manager’s reception, a business centre and a concierge who can arrange tours and tickets, including the Elephanta ferry.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at 5 Battery Street, Apollo Bunder, in Colaba. The Gateway of India, the CSMVS museum, the Colaba Causeway market and plenty of cafés are all within walking distance, which saves taxi fares and time. Churchgate station is a short taxi ride, and the airport is roughly an hour away; the hotel offers a 24-hour airport shuttle on request for a surcharge of around INR 2,500 per vehicle one way.
Rooms
The hotel is listed as a four-class property. Rooms are comfortable rather than huge, as is usual in Colaba. Rooms include a 29-inch TV, a safe that fits a laptop and a rainfall shower, and the property offers turndown service.
Who it suits
Independent travellers, couples and families who want to walk to the sights, and anyone who values a free breakfast and a quiet street. It is a good alternative if the big-name hotels are full or out of budget.
Good to know
The property has no elevator, so ask for a lower floor if stairs are a concern, and contact the hotel about accessibility before you book. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:00. Colaba is noisy in the evenings, so request an inner room if you are a light sleeper.
Why stay here
- ✓Free buffet breakfast
- ✓Free valet parking
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Daily manager’s reception
- ✓Concierge and tour desk
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
Good questions
Is breakfast included at The Gordon House Hotel?+
A free buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 10:00. It is one of the hotel’s main draws for the price.
Does The Gordon House Hotel have parking?+
Yes, it offers free valet parking, which is unusual in Colaba. A 24-hour airport shuttle is also available on request for a fee.
Is The Gordon House Hotel accessible?+
The property lists wheelchair accessibility but has no elevator, so contact the hotel before booking if you have mobility needs. Ask for a lower floor if stairs are a concern.
