Backpacker Cowies

Mumbai · India

Backpacker Cowies

HostelPunk Score
33% SHIT
Medium confidence 218 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (25)
Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Internet Access Board Games Cable TV Wi-Fi Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Towels Not Included Towels For Hire Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security Common Room Games Room Elevator Hot Showers Free WiFi Free Internet Access Tea & Coffee Making Facilities

Prices

Dorms $12 / night
Privates $48 / night

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Recent reviews

Germany FEMALE 25-30 Apr 25, 2026 Atm 20%

One star rating because they collected my payment twice - 1200 rupees through my UPI app and 1200 rupees in cash. They argued that they didn’t receive the payment by UPI even though my account clearly showed that the payment went through, saying that it’s a common mistake when foreigners trying to pay by UPI and that my money will be returned on the app after 48 hours. That was 4 days ago … as there is no contact number to be found online, I‘m asking to reach out to me to settle this mat...

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Belgium MALE Apr 11, 2026 Atm 80%

Zeer goede ligging. Veilige buurt. Centraal gelegen om de stad te bezoeken…

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Germany MALE 25-30 Apr 10, 2026 Atm 40%

Upon arrival, there were several bugs in the room. As it was late and I didn’t know what to expect in the other rooms, I put up with it, but cancelled the following two nights right away the next morning. After some back and forth, the receptionists made sure the reimbursement was settled and assured me that this hadn’t been an issue before. I assume that for the dorms, the price-to-value ratio is okay, but for a single or double room (even without bugs), you can expect -and find- better v...

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England COUPLE 25-30 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 40%

staff were lovely, very accommodating! excellent locations. lots of locals staying here, didn’t feel like a backpackers hotel.

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England MALE 25-30 Feb 25, 2026 Atm 60%

Fantastic location just 7 minutes walk from Gateway of India/Taj Palace. Power went out at one point (think this was the whole neighbourhood) and the staff seemed to be arguing with each other, but besides that were helpful and friendly enough. Thick comfortable mattress. Didn’t seem to be any real atmosphere with most of the other guests seemingly there on business as opposed to backpackers, but overall can’t complain - Cowie’s did a great job as a Homebase to explore Mumbai on my own.

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New Zealand MALE 31-40 Feb 23, 2026 Atm 100%

Great location and amazing value for money!

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Italy FEMALE 31-40 Feb 16, 2026 Atm 80%

Really nice hostel ❤️

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England MALE 31-40 Feb 8, 2026 Atm 60%

This place is popular because of the good location but in reality it's basic and a bit grimey. The hot water lasts for about 10 seconds and the rooms are small

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Switzerland FEMALE 25-30 Jan 14, 2026 Atm 80%

It’s a good hostel, good location, felt quite safe as a female however I would recommend to change the little curtains over the bed to non-transparent ones that would be better for intimacy when you want to get changed or when a roommate wants to wake up early in the morning and has to turn on the light.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Jan 13, 2026 Atm 60%

the rooms do not have windows and therefore theres a lingering damp smell. each dorm has a separate bathroom but mine wasnt really clean - there were a lot of hair and a weird smell, as well (might be concorde to other guests). the location is really good - only ten minuten to major sights. and i had really nice chats with the owners :)

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England FEMALE 18-24 Jan 12, 2026 Atm 80%

Nice hostel in a good location. Nothing really to complain about

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England MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Dec 31, 2025 Atm 40%

Staff were great and accommodating, and the location was perfect for tourists. Really not many backpackers though, and the bathrooms could use a bit of a clean, and only 1 toilet and shower for 8 people. That being said it felt very safe, great keys and security on the door

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India MALE 18-24 Dec 25, 2025 Atm 100%

our group with 8 friends and 2nd grp have stayed in hostel. And it is the best affordable, good vibes, at v good place, very good staff, and u get to have very good connections with corporate working people and foreigners. Trust me guys i am b tech student and it is worth. Do not forgot to visit their cafe, bec i have missed. IIt became my permanent hostel for the next time too.

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India MALE 31-40 Dec 13, 2025 Atm 60%

Had a great stay here. The owners are old school and you might see them shout. But that’s the way they are. They are genuinely caring people and that’s how they speak.They helped me a lot with getting around in Colaba. Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Museum ,Taj, the stadium, Colaba causeway and everything is walkable from the hostel.

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England COUPLE 25-30 Nov 8, 2025 Atm 100%

After reading past reviews I can see how some people could misinterpret the host as being rude, but he is simply flamboyant. We had a great stay in the double-bed private room and would recommend it to anyone for the location, cleanliness and their helpfulness

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Germany MALE Nov 5, 2025 Atm 100%

I had a pleasant stay, thank you!

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India MALE 25-30 Oct 31, 2025 Atm 20%

Pathetic hostel, there are various groups in the hostel. Agents lookout for people to brainwash them. Be very careful of this pathetic hostel.

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USA MALE 25-30 Sep 16, 2025 Atm 100%

A great stay in a great location. If the gateway or ferry to the island is on your itinerary, this is the spot. They’re needing some more mugs for the kitchen. Overall very comfortable with helpful staff.

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India MALE 31-40 Sep 9, 2025 Atm 60%

This hostel is run by a grumpy old woman and her equally unpleasant brother, who have turned the reception into their personal stage for anger issues. The moment they open their mouths, your anxiety spikes. It honestly feels less like a hostel and more like being dragged back to strict school hostel days—every move of yours scrutinized. The old woman just sits there, piercing through you with her death stare, while her brother storms around yelling at staff, guests, or anyone unfortunate enoug...

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Spain MALE Aug 8, 2025 Atm 80%

POSITIVO: La ubicacion es buena. El personal es amable. El precio es correcto para lo que se encuentra en Mumbai. NEGATIVO: La zona de habitaciones esta bien...pero las zonas comunes necesitarian un poquito de reforma. El ruido del aire acondicionado por la noche imposibilita dormir. Y pasé mucho frio.

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