A long-standing backpacker guesthouse near the Gateway of India, offering dormitory beds and simple private rooms.
The Red Shield Guest House, run by the Salvation Army, has been a fixture of Mumbai's backpacker circuit for decades, sitting just a few minutes from the Gateway of India and Colaba Causeway. It offers dormitory beds alongside basic private rooms, making it one of the most affordable options in South Mumbai, and it has a communal courtyard where travelers often meet.
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| Address | 30 Mereweather Road, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400039, India |
Room types
- Dormitory Bed
- Single Room
- Double Room
Amenities
- Dormitory beds
- Private rooms
- Shared kitchen access
- Luggage storage
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Location
30 Mereweather Road, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400039, India
18.9227, 72.8331 View on map
Highlights
- One of the cheapest beds in South Mumbai
- Two-minute walk to the Gateway of India
- Long history as a backpacker meeting point
Tips for visiting
- Arrive early in the day, as dormitory beds are first-come, first-served and fill up fast
- Bring your own padlock for lockers if traveling with valuables
When to visit
November to February is the strongest window, when cool, dry sea breezes make walking the Colaba and Fort heritage district comfortable and harbour views are clearest. Rates climb over Christmas and New Year, while June to September monsoon downpours flood parts of the southern peninsula and push room prices to their lowest.
Accessibility
This is a basic guesthouse without elevators; it is not well suited to travelers with significant mobility limitations.
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Frequently asked questions
Are dormitory beds available for solo travelers?
Yes, mixed and single-gender dormitories are available alongside private rooms.