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The Gulf Hotel is a short distance from the Taj Mahal Palace and the famed Gateway of India. The hotel's 68 well-decorated rooms are divided into sections, and each one has cable TV and a telephone in addition to being well-maintained and furnished. The travel desk's services are available to tourists who want to visit Mumbai's attractions. The laundry, courier services, doctor-on-call, and paid parking are a few of the hotel's amenities that stand out as essential characteristics. The hotel's multi-cuisine restaurant offers a wide selection of mouthwatering treats and beverages in a tranquil setting.
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HOTEL STYLE
City View
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Arabic, Hindi
Location
PJ Ramchandani Marg 3rd Floor Kamal Mansion, Mumbai 400005 India
Gulf Hotel Colaba
95 reviews
Getting there
Good for walkers
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I along with my parents stayed at Gulf Hotel, Colaba for one night in a triple bed room. Chose this hotel given its location and so called good reviews. The hotel is located in an old building like most budget/midrange hotels of South Mumbai. It essentially starts from the 4th floor which is accessed by a tiny lift (max 2 full grown adults capacity excluding lift man). The check in was smooth and staff starting from the ever smiling liftman to the receptionist are courteous. However, the rooms are small, poorly lit and claustrophobic. Bathroom which is even smaller stinks. Only 1 bottle (250ml) drinking water per person is provided. Room service is lazy and quality of food is average. Food orders take ages to get delivered. Dinner consisting of simple dal chawal, egg curry, etc ordered at 9.45 pm was delivered at 11.30 pm and that too after repeated reminders. The only reason to stay in this hotel is it's location being close to the Gateway of India and Taj Hotel. The neighborhood has a touristy vibe and evenings are pleasant. In short, I would stop just short of recommending this place. I would suggest a bit more research and adding a few extra bucks per night to book a better place in the immediate vicinity.
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Date of stay: April 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:For food, use the restaurant called Mezban situated nearby. Better food at pocket friendly prices.
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The hotel's prime location, just a stone's throw away from the iconic Gateway of India and the bustling Colaba Causeway, made it an ideal choice for exploring the heart of Mumbai. The staff were incredibly hospitable, and their attention to detail and courteous service truly stood out. The hotel's restaurant served delectable cuisine, and the rooftop bar provided a perfect spot for evening relaxation.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The hotel location is the best for whoever wants to experience Mumbai. The staff was very helpful and quick. Had a really nice experience while visiting Mumbai and that included late night returns which felt safe in the hotel as they made me feel like home
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:The hotel is the best to stay for short and long periods are very helpfull too and if you have...
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Response from Gulf Hotel, General Manager at Gulf Hotel Colaba
Responded 22 Nov 2022
Dear Guest, Greetings from Gulf Hotel Thank you for your kind words of appreciation, and many thanks for your valuable feedback. I am happy that you had a wonderful stay with us and loved the food and location. The team and I eagerly await your return in the distant future. With Warm Regards, Gulf Hotel and Team.
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Pros: I think the best aspect of this hotel is its location. It is very close to Gate of India and the strand by the sea along which you can take an early morning walk or an evening walk. A good choice of halal restaurants are just within walking distance. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Cons: I booked a three-people executive room which I expected to be more spacious. Overall, the hotel gives you a cramped feeling. The elevator contributes to that feeling the most as two people can barely fit in it (excluding the lift man!). I felt the room rent to be higher than usual, perhaps because Mumbai is an expensive city. The worst aspect is the hotel's wifi connection. I had to be at a particular corner of my room to get my devices connected to the internet and use them. Lastly, if you are a frequent mall-goer, you may feel a bit disappointed because the big malls of Mumbai aren't located in this part of the city.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Colaba is an amazing place & Gulf Hotel made it even better best location great staff great hospitality. I truly enjoyed my stay at Gulf , we weren't happy with our rooms at 1 in the morning but the manager went out of his way got us rooms to our satisfaction the staff made us feel welcome. Children were hungry we got the best Biryani at 2 am despite the restaurant being closed this has never happened. We really appreciated that gesture. Though if something can be done for ventilation.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Gulf Hotel, General Manager at Gulf Hotel Colaba
Responded 9 Jan 2023
Dear Guest, Greetings from Gulf Hotel I appreciate your positive feedback. We are delighted that you had a pleasant stay, appreciated the warmth, and had a positive overall impression of our hotel. Also, we are humbled to discover that the team's efforts are bearing fruit, and we are overjoyed that you were able to partake in such a wonderful experience. We hope to see you again soon. With Warm Regards, Gulf Hotel and Team.
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Mediocre at Best!! If you are someone who loves sisha then yes, otherwise the hotel amenities are quite outdated, (No HOT water) even through the hotel claims they have it 24 hours. Nontheless, the staff is friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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It’s is osm place & heaven rooms I really loved lot here it is so beauty and. In night here we can enjoy a lot parties and etc . Samson sir will be friendly with customers and very gud person and this location is so beauty here only near gateway of India just 5 min walk from gulf hotel
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Gulf Hotel, Revenue Management at Gulf Hotel Colaba
Responded 26 May 2022
Dear Guest, Greetings From Gulf Hotel. We are glad that you had a good experience at our hotel. We really appreciate your positive feedback. Do visit us again! With Warm Regards, Gulf Hotel and Team.
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My brakes of the life have been loosened and its running at a top speed. The #Covid19 situation has not been easy for travellers as very few good places are available. One such place is Gulf Hotel @gulfhotelcolaba (famously placed under Koyla Cafe @koylacafe). Afforable stay with top class hygiene and hospitality. For a #female #solotraveler it is highly recommended because couples are not allowed. That's the hotel's call and works in my favour. Loved the business stay and recommended for leisure too with a view! Thanks Jabir Alam for your exceptional service and promptness😎✌️
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Gulf Hotel, General Manager at Gulf Hotel Colaba
Responded 15 Dec 2020
Dear Guest, Greetings from the Gulf Hotel!! Many thanks for your valuable feedback on Tripadvisor. It makes me happy to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for your kind words of appreciation and we hope we continue to be your preferred hotel. We look forward to welcoming you soon at the hotel. With warm regards, Gulf Hotel & Team.
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This hotel is in a great location for sightseeing, India Gate etc, however, i booked this hotel at short notice having been let down at short notice by another hotel. The duty manager hiked the price, taking advantage of the situation my son and me were in at 4.30 in the morning. The management were cynical and unhelpful, the general staff were ok. The lift is a joke, it’s like something from the 1920s, the stairs are just as bad.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Don’t book as a last resort, they’ll rip you off!
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The Manager Samson was so kind and generous he provided us great service and alwyes helped, It was my birthday on 17th I was impressed by hospitality and service provided by him. Thank you so much Samson.
Thanks to Nazim as well for great service we love the stay and felt so comfortable and happy.
The room were hygienic ,room service is also very good, hotel Taj and gate way of India are just walking distance from Gulf..so ideal place to stay in Colaba, food was awesome. Hotel Cafe and ambience was authentic and so beautiful. Pleasent vibes. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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PRICE RANGE
₹3,625 - ₹4,974 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IndiaMaharashtraMumbaiColaba / South Mumbai
NUMBER OF ROOMS
68
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Are there any historical sites close to Gulf Hotel Colaba?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (2.4 km), Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation building (2.4 km), and Municipal Laundry (7.0 km).
