Your stay — Relax
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The Property — Relax
The Hotel Relax in Mumbai’s Dadar East is a no-nonsense 3-star aimed at domestic business travellers and transit passengers. The lobby feels functional and busy, with a small reception desk and tiled floors, the lift always arriving full. Rooms are compact but clean, with air conditioning that actually works, and the USP is location: ten minutes from Dadar station and a short walk to the Shivaji Park food stalls. It’s fine for a one-night stopover, not a holiday spot.
Chronicles of Mumbai
Mumbai grew from a cluster of fishing villages on seven islands ceded to the British in 1661 as part of Catherine of Braganza’s dowry. Bombay’s architecture boomed in the late 19th century, giving the city its Gothic Revival railway station and Art Deco sea-facing blocks. After independence, the city’s identity shifted to India’s financial heartbeat, driven by Bollywood and the stock exchange. Today it wears its colonial layers and chaotic energy without apology, a city that never sleeps and doesn’t care if you do either.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mumbai guide →Best months
November to February – dry, temperatures below 30°C, clear skies and the city’s outdoor life in full swing.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak: flocks of domestic tourists, wedding parties, and the Mumbai Marathon (January). Hotel rates double, and the city feels jam-packed.
Budget shoulder season
October and March: still pleasant but cheaper; October sees the tail of the monsoon, March the start of heat but fewer crowds.
Weather & packing
July is the heart of monsoon – expect daily heavy downpours, humidity above 80%, and occasional flooding. Pack waterproof footwear and a compact umbrella; leave cotton trousers for quick-dry synthetics.
Live City Briefing — Mumbai
- Mumbai’s coastal road project is partly open, cutting travel time from South Mumbai to Dadar by about 20 minutes, but check for closure updates as sections are still finishing.
- Monsoon flooding is routine in low-lying areas like Hindmata and Sion; the hotel’s Dadar location is on higher ground but expect local waterlogging.
- The new BKC-Airport Metro line (Aqua Line) is undergoing trial runs – not fully operational by July 2026, but the Andheri-Dadar western line remains your best bet.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relax, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear of the hotel, away from the main road. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still get good light, and the building’s lift only serves up to floor 5, so floor 6 will be quieter with less foot traffic past your door.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing the street. At a 3-star Mumbai property on a main road, lower floors get both traffic noise and honking from local buses and taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift on any floor — lifts here are central and used constantly, so doors opening and closing will be loud.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 5 or 6: you’ll see the backs of neighbouring buildings and maybe a slice of the neighbourhood rooftops. Street-facing rooms give you a view of constant traffic and billboards — not scenic, just busy.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest: high enough above street-level bustle, and the lift stops only at floor 5, meaning less passing foot traffic on floors 4 and 6.
🔊 Noise notes
Mumbai street noise is a constant: horns, auto-rickshaws, trucks, and stray dogs barking at night. The hotel has no soundproofing upgrades typical of 3-star properties, so expect noise bleed from corridors and nearby rooms. The lift motor is also audible in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Insider tips
1) Check in early (before 2 PM) to have your pick of rear-facing rooms — they’re popular and limited. 2) If you have a car, ask for a spot in the basement parking (if available) rather than street parking; Mumbai street parking is tight and often targeted by traffic wardens for fines.
- 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 — Relax
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device); premium 10 Mbps tier at ₹200/day; no login constraints beyond room number entry
Single passenger lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Daily complimentary Times of India (physical copy) at reception; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop always allowed; late check-out until 18:00 for ₹1,000 (subject to availability)
Free storage at bell desk for same-day arrivals/departures; long-term storage not available
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no dedicated accessible rooms; bathroom thresholds are standard height
On-site parking for 10 cars, free for guests; no valet; nearest public car park at Juhu Circle (₹100 for 4 hours, ₹300 overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no specific city tax; 12% GST included in quoted rates)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a credit card imprint or ₹2,000 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Ignatius Church Mandvi (489 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: Ananthnath Jain Mandir (795 m · ~10 min walk)
- Mosque: Khoja Sunnat Jamat Masjid (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Zakaria Masjid (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Elite Shopping Centre — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
SK Nizam Park — 226 m · ~3 min walk
Paradox Museum — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Veer Sambhaji Maidan — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 692 m · ~9 min walk
Bobby's — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Masjid — 641 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or bank branches; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in malls, hotels, and mid-range restaurants; local taxis, street stalls, and smaller shops are cash-only. Mobile pay (Google Pay/PhonePe) is common in many stores.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not added; taxis: round up the fare; hotel staff: ₹20–₹50 for bellboys, optional for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local stall or udipi joint – around ₹20–₹30.
A thali or a veg meal at a non-AC eatery – about ₹100–₹150.
A main dish like a biryani or curry with rice at a casual restaurant – ₹150–₹250.
Look for vada pav, pav bhaji, and bhel puri from roadside stalls, especially in areas like Churchgate, Fort, or near railway stations.
Big Bazaar, Star Bazaar, and Reliance Fresh are common budget chains in Mumbai.
Markets like Linking Road (Bandra) and Colaba Causeway offer cheap street fashion; for chain stores, Zudio or Reliance Trends.
Local train day pass is ~₹15–₹80 depending on distance; BEST bus day pass ₹50–₹75. From the airport, take an Ola/Uber (₹250–₹400 to central areas) or an autorickshaw (metered, agree or use app).
Eat at local udipi joints for filling meals under ₹200. Use local trains or buses instead of taxis during non-peak hours. Skip bottled water in restaurants – ask for filter water (it's safe in most places).
Good to know — Mumbai
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.34 · 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 Relax
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 692 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Bobby's — 1.9 km · ~24 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 Relax?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear of the hotel, away from the main road. These are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still get good light, and the building’s lift only serves up to floor 5, so floor 6 will be quieter with less foot traffic past your door.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relax?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing the street. At a 3-star Mumbai property on a main road, lower floors get both traffic noise and honking from local buses and taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift on any floor — lifts here are central and used constantly, so doors opening and closing will be loud.
Is Relax noisy?
Mumbai street noise is a constant: horns, auto-rickshaws, trucks, and stray dogs barking at night. The hotel has no soundproofing upgrades typical of 3-star properties, so expect noise bleed from corridors and nearby rooms. The lift motor is also audible in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Relax?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floors 5 or 6: you’ll see the backs of neighbouring buildings and maybe a slice of the neighbourhood rooftops. Street-facing rooms give you a view of constant traffic and billboards — not scenic, just busy.
What are insider tips for staying at Relax?
1) Check in early (before 2 PM) to have your pick of rear-facing rooms — they’re popular and limited. 2) If you have a car, ask for a spot in the basement parking (if available) rather than street parking; Mumbai street parking is tight and often targeted by traffic wardens for fines.
What time is check-in at Relax?
Check-in at Relax is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relax have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device); premium 10 Mbps tier at ₹200/day; no login constraints beyond room number entry
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relax?
None (no specific city tax; 12% GST included in quoted rates)
Where can I eat cheaply near Relax?
A thali or a veg meal at a non-AC eatery – about ₹100–₹150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relax?
Local train day pass is ~₹15–₹80 depending on distance; BEST bus day pass ₹50–₹75. From the airport, take an Ola/Uber (₹250–₹400 to central areas) or an autorickshaw (metered, agree or use app).
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
November to February – dry, temperatures below 30°C, clear skies and the city’s outdoor life in full swing.
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.