Taj Mahal Tower, Mumbai
Mumbai, India
Apollo Bandar
Vibe
Grand harbourfront lounges buzz with travelers and locals gathering for afternoon tea while gazing out over the Arabian Sea.
“Harbourfront hospitality citadel”
Generations gather for high tea at Sea Lounge and milestone family meals at twenty-four-hour Shamiana.
Guided waterfront heritage tours explore Mumbai history alongside uninterrupted views directly facing the Gateway of India.
Dedicated butler service, a nine-option pillow selection, and morning international news digests tailored to each guest.
In Colaba facing the Gateway of India, steps from the bustling Causeway shops and cafes.
“the “back” of the hotel is all guest rooms, with no grand entrance taking up space, and more rooms thus overlook the harbor”
Rooms
Bright, contemporary spaces feature calming neutral tones, tailored pillow menus, and wide windows framing panoramic views across Mumbai harbour.
Wellness
An outdoor landscaped swimming pool rests beneath the tower, alongside an Ayurvedic spa with therapies overseen by an in-house physician.
Backstory
Opened in 1973 on the site of Green's Hotel, the modernist high-rise incorporates traditional South Indian and Rajasthani architectural motifs.
Eat & drink
Dine on rooftop Mediterranean mezze at Souk, or order classic cocktails across the carved white marble of the historic 1933 Harbour Bar.
The neighborhood
The waterfront setting places you directly opposite the Gateway of India, moments from the bustling shops and cafes along Colaba Causeway.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.