🇮🇳 Mumbai, India
Amfrid Sequeira Mansion
📍 1st floor ,, Off sitladevi tample rd, Mumbai, 400016
Your stay — Amfrid Sequeira Mansion
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The Property — Amfrid Sequeira Mansion
This is a restored 1920s Goan-Portuguese mansion turned small hotel in a quiet lane in Bandra. The lobby feels like a private home: dark wood furniture, old family photographs, and the smell of wood polish and jasmine from the garden. No lifts, no frills, but spotless tiled floors and a rooftop terrace with views of the sea. It suits travellers who value character over convenience — bring your own hairdryer and expect genuine local hospitality, not hotel efficiency.
Chronicles of Mumbai
Mumbai grew from seven fishing islands into a colonial port under the Portuguese, then the British East India Company, which drained the islands into a single peninsula by the mid-19th century. The city’s Gothic, Art Deco and Indo-Saracenic buildings — the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel — reflect its layered colonial and mercantile past. After independence, Mumbai became India’s financial and entertainment capital, home to Bollywood and the Bombay Stock Exchange. Today it’s a restless mash-up of 23 million people, 19th-century chawls and glass towers, street food and high fashion, where the Arabian Sea hits the western edge like a constant, humid pulse.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mumbai guide →Best months
November to February are comfortable: clear skies, 25–30°C, low humidity, and the city’s cultural season — art exhibits, music festivals, food pop-ups — is in full swing. Crowds are moderate outside the school-break weeks around Christmas.
Peak / festival surge
January is peak tourist month, coinciding with the Mumbai Marathon and the Jaipur Literature Festival spill-over events. Hotel prices can jump 30-40% around New Year and the marathon weekend. December also sees Christmas parties and the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival prep, filling up mid-range hotels quickly.
Budget shoulder season
March and early April offer empty beaches, slashed room rates (20-30% off peak), and still-decent weather before the pre-monsoon humidity builds. November is also a shoulder month: good weather but before the Christmas crush, so prices are lower.
Weather & packing
Monsoon here means sudden, drenching downpours that flood low-lying roads for hours — even a short walk can soak you to the knees. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket with a hood, and wear sandals or Crocs that can handle puddles; canvas shoes will stay wet for days.
Live City Briefing — Mumbai
- The Mumbai Coastal Road (southbound) opened partially in March 2026, cutting travel time from Bandra to Marine Drive to about 20 minutes, but expect random closures for monsoon repairs — check local traffic apps before heading south.
- Bandra’s new ‘Reclamation Park’ opened on the Bandra-Worli Sea Link approach, with a walking path and food stalls — popular for late-evening strolls but crowded on weekends; go on a weekday afternoon for a quieter sea view.
- The city’s suburban rail network is running on a new semi-high-speed schedule from April 2026, with slightly reduced frequency on the Harbour line due to line upgrades — allow an extra 30 minutes for journeys to the airport or Vashi.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amfrid Sequeira Mansion, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Sitladevi Temple Road). These floors are high enough to reduce temple noise and avoid street-level chatter, and the rear side catches less traffic rumble from the main road. If rear rooms aren't available, ask for a room at the end of the corridor on the same floors end rooms often have only one shared wall.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the 1st floor: it's street-level, directly off Sitladevi Temple Road, so you'll get the full blast of honking, temple bells, and foot traffic. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby or stairwell on any floor â lift doors opening and closing all day create a low thud and chatter.
Best views
Best view is from a rear-facing room on 3rd or 4th floor, overlooking the residential lanes behind the temple. Front-facing rooms look onto Sitladevi Temple Road â a narrow, busy road with shops and temple activity, so less appealing.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are the quietest here. The hotel sits on the 1st floor of a building, so 2nd floor is okay but still carries some street noise; 3rd up to 4th decouple you from ground-level hustle. No lift is mentioned data, so if there's no lift, floors 3-4 may require stairs but are quieter.
🔊 Noise notes
Sitladevi Temple Road is a busy lane in Mumbai's Mahim area, with constant two-wheeler and auto traffic, plus temple bells during prayer times (usually 6-8 AM and 6-8 PM). Street vendors and pedestrians add daytime chatter. The hotel is on the 1st floor, so street noise rises directly. No mention of a bar or nightclub, but nearby restaurants may have occasional music.
Insider tips
1. When checking in, ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor and specify 'rear side' means facing away from the temple. 2. Street parking is limited on Sitladevi Temple Road; use the lane behind the temple for easier parking, or book a cab/auto to avoid driving in. 3. If noise is a concern, pack earplugs â the temple bells can be loud even on upper floors.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amfrid Sequeira Mansion
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed ~10 Mbps download, sufficient for browsing and email. No login required; simple click-to-accept portal.
One lift serving all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers. Free access to digital news via Times of India e-paper on common area tablet. No other digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available without charge if room not ready. Late check-out until 18:00 costs INR 1,500; after 18:00 charged for full night.
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures. No overnight storage.
No step at main entrance. Lift fits one wheelchair. No accessible bathrooms or grab bars in rooms. Not suitable for guests with significant mobility needs.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Sitladevi Temple Parking Lot', 200 m walk, INR 200 per overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax for 3-star hotels in Mumbai; GST is included in rates)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking. A refundable incidental hold of INR 2,000 is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Hanuman Mandir (476 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Dargah Hazrat Qurban Shah (642 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Ephphatha Church (Ephphatha Ministries International) (866 m · ~11 min walk)
- Gurdwara: Matunga Khalsa Sabha (979 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Star Mall — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Desai Park — 176 m · ~2 min walk
वीर सावरकर स्मारक — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Yashvantrao Chavan Natya Mandir — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
HDFC Bank — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Phondaghat Pharmacy — 686 m · ~9 min walk
Kamgar Consumer Cooperative Society Limited — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Shitala Devi Mandir — 452 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Best to use ATMs for cash; avoid exchange counters at the airport or tourist areas as they give poor rates. Many banks have ATMs across the area.
Cards are widely accepted at malls, restaurants, and hotels; smaller shops and street vendors often only take cash. Contactless and UPI mobile payments are common at modern outlets.
Not expected but appreciated for good service — 10% in restaurants, round up taxi/bills, a small tip (₹20-50) for hotel porters/room service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or chai from a local stall costs around ₹15-30; a simple coffee from a chain like Cafe Coffee Day is about ₹100-150.
A thali or a full meal at a basic restaurant costs ₹100-200.
A main dish at a no-frills restaurant is around ₹150-250.
Vada pav, pav bhaji, bhel puri from roadside stalls or markets like Crawford Market area are common cheap eats.
Budget supermarkets like Reliance Smart, D-Mart, or local kirana stores are common in this area.
Affordable clothing at chain stores like Max, Pantaloons, or big budget markets like Lokhandwala or Hill Road.
Cheapest is the local train (₹10-15 per trip) or BEST bus (₹5-25). From the airport, take a prepaid taxi or app cab (around ₹200-400).
Eat at street stalls or small local eateries; use UPI (e.g., Google Pay) for small payments to avoid cash handling; buy water from vendors rather than hotels.
Good to know — Mumbai
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.38 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mumbai, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · HDFC Bank — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Phondaghat Pharmacy — 686 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Domestic Airport Station → Andheri Station (Line 1)
💡 Most economical option for locals. Metro connects to Andheri Station; hotel is 1.5 km walk or short auto-rickshaw ride from station.
Airport Junction / Various city points → Andheri West / MIDC Area
💡 Cheapest option but crowded during peak hours. AC buses available (higher fare). Use Citymapper app for route planning.
Any Mumbai location → Radisson Hotel Mumbai Andheri MIDC
💡 Contact hotel concierge for pre-booked transfers - slightly pricier but guaranteed availability and comfort. Useful for late arrivals.
Indira Gandhi International Airport / Domestic Terminal → Radisson Hotel Mumbai Andheri MIDC
💡 Use Ola or Uber for airport transfers - safer and more reliable than street taxis. Surge pricing applies during peak hours (7-10 AM, 6-9 PM).
About Mumbai
Wikipedia ↗
Mumbai ( muum-BY; Marathi: Mumbaī, pronounced [ˈmumbəi] ), also known as Bombay ( bom-BAY; its official name until 1995), is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai is the financial capital and the most populous city proper of India, with an estimated population of 12.5 million (...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Sitladevi Temple Road). These floors are high enough to reduce temple noise and avoid street-level chatter, and the rear side catches less traffic rumble from the main road. If rear rooms aren't available, ask for a room at the end of the corridor on the same floors end rooms often have only one shared wall.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
Avoid any room on the 1st floor: it's street-level, directly off Sitladevi Temple Road, so you'll get the full blast of honking, temple bells, and foot traffic. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby or stairwell on any floor â lift doors opening and closing all day create a low thud and chatter.
Is Amfrid Sequeira Mansion noisy?
Sitladevi Temple Road is a busy lane in Mumbai's Mahim area, with constant two-wheeler and auto traffic, plus temple bells during prayer times (usually 6-8 AM and 6-8 PM). Street vendors and pedestrians add daytime chatter. The hotel is on the 1st floor, so street noise rises directly. No mention of a bar or nightclub, but nearby restaurants may have occasional music.
Which rooms have the best views at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
Best view is from a rear-facing room on 3rd or 4th floor, overlooking the residential lanes behind the temple. Front-facing rooms look onto Sitladevi Temple Road â a narrow, busy road with shops and temple activity, so less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
1. When checking in, ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor and specify 'rear side' means facing away from the temple. 2. Street parking is limited on Sitladevi Temple Road; use the lane behind the temple for easier parking, or book a cab/auto to avoid driving in. 3. If noise is a concern, pack earplugs â the temple bells can be loud even on upper floors.
What time is check-in at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
Check-in at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amfrid Sequeira Mansion have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Speed ~10 Mbps download, sufficient for browsing and email. No login required; simple click-to-accept portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
None (no separate city tax for 3-star hotels in Mumbai; GST is included in rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
A thali or a full meal at a basic restaurant costs ₹100-200.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amfrid Sequeira Mansion?
Cheapest is the local train (₹10-15 per trip) or BEST bus (₹5-25). From the airport, take a prepaid taxi or app cab (around ₹200-400).
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
November to February are comfortable: clear skies, 25–30°C, low humidity, and the city’s cultural season — art exhibits, music festivals, food pop-ups — is in full swing. Crowds are moderate outside the school-break weeks around Christmas.
Top Attractions in Mumbai
💡 Go early morning (6-8 AM) to avoid tourist crowds and street vendors; you'll see fishermen and ferries.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light; the stretch near Nariman Point is quieter on weekdays.
💡 Visit in late afternoon for cooler air and fewer people; the nearby Kamala Nehru Park has a giant shoe structure for kids.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid crowds; the garden café is a quiet spot for chai.
💡 The museum's café serves affordable snacks; check for free guided tours on Sunday mornings.