Design Local
Soho House Mumbai
“Beachside creative roost”
ITC Maratha, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Mumbai
“Indo-Saracenic luxury stronghold”
Abode Bombay
“Artisan colonial residence”
Local
Taj Mahal Tower, Mumbai
“Harbourfront hospitality citadel”
ITC Maratha, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Mumbai
“Indo-Saracenic luxury stronghold”
Abode Bombay
“Artisan colonial residence”
Soho House Mumbai
“Beachside creative roost”
Social
The St. Regis Mumbai
“Towering luxury showpiece”
InterContinental Marine Drive-Mumbai by IHG
“Waterfront sunset roost”
Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai
“Polished skyline perch”
The Oberoi, Mumbai
“Modernist seafront monument”
Wellness
Fairmont Mumbai
“Theatrical Deco waystation”
Taj The Trees, Mumbai
“Mangrove garden haven”
Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai
“Polished skyline perch”
$$$$ Medalled
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
“Harbourfront palace beacon”
The Oberoi, Mumbai
“Modernist seafront monument”
The St. Regis Mumbai
“Towering luxury showpiece”
Classic Luxe
The Leela Mumbai
“Suburban garden oasis”
The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai
“Harbourfront palace beacon”
Taj Mahal Tower, Mumbai
“Harbourfront hospitality citadel”
Editorial mentions
Sofitel Mumbai BKC
“French-accented business tower”
Fairmont Mumbai
“Theatrical Deco waystation”
Taj Lands End, Mumbai
“Modernist seaside tower”
Taj Santacruz
“Art Deco runway palace”
ITC Grand Central, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Mumbai
“Colonial revival haven”
Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel & Residences
“Art-filled lifestyle complex”
Taj The Trees, Mumbai
“Mangrove garden haven”
InterContinental Marine Drive-Mumbai by IHG
“Waterfront sunset roost”
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Abode BombayArtisan colonial residenceDesignHeritageLocal$F
Fairmont MumbaiOutdoor rooftop infinity swimming pool fringed with palm trees.DesignWellnessLuxe$$$ Four Seasons Hotel MumbaiOutdoor swimming pool and cabana lounge deck, with guest room marble bathrooms featuring separate deep soaking bathtubs and walk-in rain showers.LuxeWellnessSocial$$$$G
Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel & ResidencesTwo outdoor swimming pools including a main pool and children's pool with a sun deck, plus a private pool dedicated to serviced residencesDesignLuxeSocial$$$I
InterContinental Marine Drive-Mumbai by IHGOpen-air rooftop swimming pool on the top tier overlooking the Arabian Sea, with sun loungers and poolside beverage service.LuxeSocialLocal$$$ ITC Grand Central, a Luxury Collection Hotel, MumbaiSemi-indoor temperature-controlled swimming poolLuxeDesignLocal$$$ ITC Maratha, a Luxury Collection Hotel, MumbaiLandscaped outdoor swimming pool and sun deckDesignLuxeLocal$$$M
Moxy Mumbai Andheri WestOutdoor rooftop infinity swimming pool overlooking the Mumbai skyline.DesignSocialLocal$S
Sofitel Mumbai BKCOpen-air outdoor swimming pool on the recreation deckDesignLuxeSocial$$ Soho House MumbaiOutdoor rooftop swimming pool lined with shaded cabanas overlooking the Arabian Sea.DesignSocialLocal$$$T
Taj Lands End, MumbaiLandscaped outdoor swimming pool with whirlpool features set in seaside gardens, plus an outdoor temperature-controlled rooftop lap pool.LuxeWellnessSocial$$$ Taj Mahal Tower, MumbaiLandscaped outdoor swimming pool situated in the central courtyard between the Tower and Palace wingsClassicLocalLuxe$$$ Taj SantacruzOutdoor swimming pool featuring mosaic bottom detailing and hydromassage fountainsDesignLuxeLocal$$$ Taj The Trees, Mumbai46-meter outdoor infinity swimming pool overlooking the sculpture park and greenery.DesignWellnessLuxe$$$ The Leela MumbaiTropical landscaped outdoor swimming pool and dedicated children's pool set within the 11-acre gardensLuxeResortClassic$$$ The Oberoi, Mumbai18-meter heated outdoor pool with sun loungers overlooking the cityscape and sea.ClassicLuxeSocial$$$$ The St. Regis MumbaiOpen-air mosaic-tiled swimming pool lined with palm trees and shaded private cabanasLuxeSocialDesign$$$$ The Taj Mahal Palace, MumbaiLandscaped outdoor swimming pool nestled in the central palm-fringed garden courtyardHeritageClassicLuxe$$$$Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.