Mumbai Airport Hotels

The ITC Maratha is a highly rated five star hotel with an opulent Indian feel. It's located in a peaceful spot 5 minutes from the international terminal and 10 minutes from the domestic terminal. Stay at this substantial hotel and enjoy the 6,500 square foot Wellness Centre, five award-winning restaurants, enclosed garden, and special wing for business travelers. Of course, the service is outstanding too. Rooms are priced at $230 upwards for a double. 

This sprawling luxury hotel, located right near the international terminal of Mumbai airport, is almost as popular as the ITC Maratha. What sets it apart is its vast grounds -- 11 acres of lush landscaped gardens, cascading waterfalls, and lotus fountain. Very relaxing! Doubles cost from $230.

The Hilton took over the operation of the Le Royal Meridien in January 2011, a relatively new luxury hotel that was initially launched in 2000. It offers something pleasingly different, making it one of the top luxury hotels in Mumbai. Designed along the lines of a 19th-century English summer palace, it has an elegant colonial feel throughout. The hotel is much smaller than many luxury hotels, enabling it to provide welcoming, personalized service. The hotel is conveniently located on Sahar Airport Road, close to Mumbai's international airport. Room rates start from around $300 per night for a Classic room, up to $825 per night for the Presidential Suite.

The Sahara Star is located right next to the domestic terminal of Mumbai airport. It doesn't look very impressive at all from the outside (some people liken it to an incomplete sports stadium), but its interior reveals something else entirely. It could perhaps be the world's most unique airport hotel. Stepping inside is like stepping into a tropical wonderland. The centerpiece is a towering domed atrium, complete with palm trees and lagoon, that contains the hotel's facilities such as bars, restaurants and pool. All rooms overlook the atrium. The hotel also has India's largest aquarium and the world's only underwater private dining room. Double rooms cost around $180.

The Intercontinental The Lalit used to be called The Grand. It's also located on the road to the international terminal of Mumbai airport. The hotel isn't as popular as many in the area, but it still receives good reviews. Double rooms at this luxury hotel are available for under $200. 

Have an eco friendly stay near Mumbai airport! The luxury Orchid is one of the top eco friendly hotels in India, and has double rooms starting from around $200. It's located closer to the domestic terminal than the international one.

A relatively new addition to the collection of Mumbai airport hotels, the Holiday Inn opened in April 2010. It's located at Saki Naka junction in Andheri, around 1.5 kilometers from the international terminal and 5 kilometers from the domestic terminal. HOWEVER, the area is very congested and the amount of traffic means that it can take up to an hour to reach the airport during peak times. The hotel's surroundings are also not that pleasant, although its interiors are appealing. The hotel's unique feature is its Saptami restaurant, specializing in Mumbai street food. It's possible to get a room at the hotel for under $150, which is less costly than a lot of branded quality hotels in the area.

Hotel Midland is an unremarkable hotel that's an acceptable alternative for those on a budget. It offers relatively inexpensive accommodations, located around 10 minutes from the domestic terminal and 20 minutes from the international terminal. Service is good, rooms are clean, and there's a rooftop restaurant that serves tasty food. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle, which is a bonus. Unfortunately wireless Internet isn't free though. Expect to pay around $100 for a double room.

Newly opened in early 2011, the Ibis is located just behind the Sahara Star, outside the domestic terminal. There are 148 rooms, bar, and international cuisine restaurant. Great for the budget conscious! Rooms are available for less than $100 per night for a double, including tax. Guests have to pay for Internet.