Your stay — Sharada
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The Property — Sharada
Sharada is a no-nonsense three-star in Mumbai's Colaba district, a short walk from the Gateway of India. The lobby is compact, tiled and functional — more a transit hub than a lounge. Regulars appreciate the clean rooms, reliable air-conditioning and staff who've been there years. It suits budget-conscious travellers who'd rather spend on street food and ferry tickets than on hotel frills.
Chronicles of Mumbai
Mumbai grew from seven fishing islands leased to the British in 1661 as part of Catherine of Braganza's dowry. Colonial engineers filled the creeks, joining the archipelago into a single landmass by the 19th century. Gothic and Art Deco buildings mushroomed along the Oval Maidan, creating the world's second-largest collection of Art Deco architecture after Miami. Today Mumbai remains India's financial engine and film capital, a city of intense contrasts where dabbawalas deliver lunch and skyscrapers rise next to slums.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mumbai guide →Best months
November to February: temperatures 20-30°C, low humidity, clear skies. December's mild evenings are perfect for walking Marine Drive. Book early; December rates often rise 20-30%.
Peak / festival surge
December is peak, driven by Christmas and New Year's events at the Gateway and Colaba Causeway. Hotel prices can triple. Avoid July if you dislike rain — monsoon floods often disrupt trains and roads.
Budget shoulder season
March and October are budget sweet spots. March warms up but stays dry; October sees the monsoon's end with sudden heat, but flights and rooms are 30-50% cheaper than December.
Weather & packing
Mumbai has a tropical monsoon climate; July brings 600-800mm of rain in a month. Pack a compact rain jacket, not an umbrella (wind rips them), and quick-dry footwear.
Live City Briefing — Mumbai
- Mumbai's Colaba Causeway market vendors are on notice from the BMC for illegal encroachments; expect some stalls to be missing or relocated through July.
- The new coastal road connecting Marine Drive to Bandra opened a second phase in late 2025, but tolls and traffic jams remain high during peak hours.
- Monsoon season is full swing: waterlogging on the Western Express Highway and local train delays are common. Keep a 30-minute buffer for any taxi ride.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sharada, 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 building away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within the lift range (which serves up to floor 6), so you avoid long stair climbs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, with foot traffic and kitchen noise) and any rooms facing the main road on lower floors (2-3), where auto-rickshaw and traffic hum is persistent.
Best views
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 5-6, looking over neighbouring residential buildings with a glimpse of the Mumbai skyline — not spectacular, but calm and less cluttered than the front view.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 and 6 are quietest — further from street noise and above the restaurant's evening crowd.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a busy Mumbai arterial road; expect street noise on front-facing rooms. The lift shaft is central and can hum on all floors, less audible on 5-6. The restaurant on the ground floor runs till 11pm, so avoid rooms directly above it on floor 1.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, rear side, at check-in — these are rarely booked first. If you're sensitive to noise, request a room away from the lift shaft (ends of corridors). The hotel has no dedicated parking; use the paid lot 100m down the street, or arrive by auto/taxi.
- 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 — Sharada
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps per device) for all guests; no login, password on keycard envelope. Paid upgrade via hotel app (Rs 200/day for 20 Mbps).
One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary Times of India and Mumbai Mirror print copies at breakfast. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 12:00; bag drop allowed from 07:00. Late check-out until 14:00 for Rs 500, subject to availability.
Free, left-luggage room on ground floor near reception; no time limit.
One step at main entrance (portable ramp available on request); lift is standard width; no accessible bathroom or grab bars. Wheelchair users may find circulation tight in corridors.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is New Prabhadevi Parking, 700m walk (Rs 150/night uncovered, 24-hour security). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full first night advance deposit required at booking; a Rs 1000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Our Lady of Seven Dolours (395 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Gol Masjid (500 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Maheshwari Devi Temple (562 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Syed Qadar Shah Vali (595 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Elite Shopping Centre — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Walter De Souza Park — 539 m · ~7 min walk
Paradox Museum — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
Sahitya Sangh Mandir — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Shri BhagwandasTodi Children Park — 567 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 668 m · ~8 min walk
Bobby's — 225 m · ~3 min walk
Kalbadevi — 36 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or bank currency exchange counters; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux which charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in malls, hotels and restaurants; small shops and street stalls often require cash; mobile pay (UPI) is very common via apps like Google Pay or PhonePe.
Restaurants: 10% if service charge not included, else optional. Taxis: round up fare. Hotel staff: ₹50–100 for bellhop/room service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local canteen or small cafe — about ₹30–50.
A veg thali at a modest restaurant — around ₹100–150.
A main at a non-fancy restaurant (e.g. biryani or curry with bread) — about ₹200–300.
Look for vada pav, pav bhaji or chaat in crowded lane areas like near railway stations or local markets; always choose stalls with high turnover.
Big Bazaar, D Mart or Reliance Smart — common budget supermarket chains across Mumbai.
Fashion Street near CST or local market lanes in Colaba/Crawford Market for cheap clothes; also street vendors in Fort area.
Local train (₹10–50 per ride) is fastest; bus (₹15–50); cheapest from airport is taxi or prepaid auto to nearest station (Andheri/Vile Parle) ~₹100–200.
1) Use UPI (Google Pay/PhonePe) for small payments to avoid cash shortage. 2) Eat at Irani cafes or small restaurants serving thalis for filling, cheap meals. 3) Avoid bottled water from shops — carry a reusable bottle and fill at filtered water stations (many hotels/malls have them).
Good to know — Mumbai
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$1 ≈ ₹96.53 · 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 Sharada
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 668 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Bobby's — 225 m · ~3 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 Sharada?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, facing the rear of the building away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within the lift range (which serves up to floor 6), so you avoid long stair climbs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sharada?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, with foot traffic and kitchen noise) and any rooms facing the main road on lower floors (2-3), where auto-rickshaw and traffic hum is persistent.
Is Sharada noisy?
The hotel sits on a busy Mumbai arterial road; expect street noise on front-facing rooms. The lift shaft is central and can hum on all floors, less audible on 5-6. The restaurant on the ground floor runs till 11pm, so avoid rooms directly above it on floor 1.
Which rooms have the best views at Sharada?
The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 5-6, looking over neighbouring residential buildings with a glimpse of the Mumbai skyline — not spectacular, but calm and less cluttered than the front view.
What are insider tips for staying at Sharada?
Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, rear side, at check-in — these are rarely booked first. If you're sensitive to noise, request a room away from the lift shaft (ends of corridors). The hotel has no dedicated parking; use the paid lot 100m down the street, or arrive by auto/taxi.
What time is check-in at Sharada?
Check-in at Sharada is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sharada have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps per device) for all guests; no login, password on keycard envelope. Paid upgrade via hotel app (Rs 200/day for 20 Mbps).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sharada?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sharada?
A veg thali at a modest restaurant — around ₹100–150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sharada?
Local train (₹10–50 per ride) is fastest; bus (₹15–50); cheapest from airport is taxi or prepaid auto to nearest station (Andheri/Vile Parle) ~₹100–200.
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
November to February: temperatures 20-30°C, low humidity, clear skies. December's mild evenings are perfect for walking Marine Drive. Book early; December rates often rise 20-30%.
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.