I didn't expect much based on the photos of the exterior, but the rooms are actually lovely, spacious and well-renovated. Staff were kind and helpful and the rooftop terrace with views over the harbour is beautiful. Great location just down from the Gateway of India.

What a pleasant surprise! Location, location, location! In Colaba, a 5 minute walk to the Gateway of India, a 5 minute walk to Colaba Street. A better location in Colaba will be difficult to beat. The facilities. The room was beautiful, cool, crisp and clean. The bathroom although small was beautiful, modern and clean and more than adequate. The staff, friendly, helpful and kind. The rooftop restaurant - with the exceptional views and delicious food and fantastic service.

We loved our stay and this will be our go to hotel for stays on future visits to Mumbai. Wished this hotel had a pool but it is not possible and it does not take away from the wonderful place that Hotel Harbour View Hotel is.

The location of the property is perfect for enjoying Colaba, it is on the same road as the Taj Mahal palace and just 500m away from the gateway of India. The hotel room was very clean and spacious and the staff were very helpful with any requests we had. The restaurant and bar on the 4th floor is really nice and serves a good variety of breakfast and drinks.

The harbour view hotel is on the 3rd floor of the strand hotel which when we first arrived I wasn’t aware of. It shares the entrance, elevator and stairwell which are not in the best condition. Don’t be put off by these as when you reach the 3rd floor the hotel is absolutely perfect. We couldn’t check in on time as it was a Sunday which meant after travelling from the uk we had to leave our bags and go into Mumbai.

It was well-maintained and clean, a very comfortable room. The staff was helpful and friendly. The housekeeping was very good. The bathroom was spacious. The rooftop bar and restaurant had great food, but there are also plenty of dining options in the near vicinity. It’s within easy walking distance of a lot of shops and important sites, especially if you don’t mind walking up to 25 minutes (but in 10 you’re near lots). The area is lovely, especially when you get on the back streets. It’s a calming place after the general hubbub of busy Mumbai.

The breakfast service was spotty. We didn’t realize at first that you could order things on the QR menu, besides having what was laid out. Once we got that down, it was better. Also, when there’s a lot going on at reception, the sound travels into the room, but not obnoxiously.

Location excellent. Room very clean, the hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. Indian cuisine breakfasts. Easy to arrange taxi or excursion at the hotel. I recommend a morning walk, the Gate of India still closed but the view is great, the streets empty but you can already have wonderful masala tea.

Not enough space for things in one small wardrobe. The waiters do not really like people drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes, which is allowed in the rooftop restaurant. They make this clear, which was not comfortable. Therefore, the next evening we went to the rooftop restaurant to the hotel right next door, and the restaurant there was very nice. There, there were no such situations.

The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. Excellent bathrooms. There is a safe and a small fridge. The rooftops restaurant is a definite plus. The sea facing rooms have a wonderful view, but this does come at an extra cost. Be aware that being at the front means street noise. We used the hotel's airport pick up service. The driver was waiting with a large comfortable vehicle.

You are immediately presented with a bill for your stay and required to pay up front on arrival. Needed to request top up of tea, coffee and toilet rolls. Didn't necessarily get them. Seems petty, but in such a well run hotel, why have guests asking for a toilet roll? Breakfast is charged as an extra. I broke a coffee mug and it was added to my bill, plus taxes.

The staff are exceptionally friendly and accommodating. The hotel was very central to all the sites we wanted to see, and within walking distance to a train station. The staff were very helpful with our early check-in, assisting with an airport pickup. And early check-out, where they couldn’t assist us with an airport shuttle, but they assisted us with getting a taxi/Uber very early in the morning. All in all, a very comfortable stay.

When we arrived at the hotel, the lift wasn't working, so we had to go up the stairs. The stairs area looked a bit dodgy, but when we got to the third floor, where the hotel starts we were pleasantly surprised. (There is a different hotel on the first 2 floors). The lift worked every other time we needed it. The lobby and the room itself were very nice. There was a small bit of mould on the ceiling, but the room was nice and big with good air conditioning. The staff were very helpful throughout our stay and they also arranged a taxi for us to get to the airport. The location is great, very close to the Gateway of India. There is a rooftop terrace where breakfast was served, overlooking the harbour.

The breakfast wasn't great. Each item had to be ordered individually. I prefer buffet breakfast, where you can take whatever you want. The toast was all wrapped up and was not very fresh. Some of the juices were not very chilled.

The hotel is well located close to the Gateway of India monument and also to the old city full of grand buildings. Had a great room located near the back of the hotel, quite. Restaurant provides a good menu and many different foods. Note that the hotel is on the 3rd floor of the building and the restaurant is on the roof.

Beware the ear cleaning touts on the road outside. No other issues with the hotel nor its location.

Great location by the harbour near to The Gateway of India. Fantastic rooftop bar/restaurant with wonderful views. Room very clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend this hotel to others

The entrance was a little strange as it appeared that you were entering a different hotel (Harbour View is on the third floor accessible by a lift). Breakfast was okay but personally I felt like there could have been more choices if you didn't want the hot food that was on offer