Mumbai is the commercial and financial capital of India. When you visit it for the first time the city can easily overwhelm you with it's of myriad sights, a cacophony of sounds and its constant hustle and bustle. Many people say Mumbai is an Indian version of New York. Its India’s city that never sleeps! Something interesting is always up in some part of Mumbai!
What to do in Mumbai:
If you are visiting Mumbai as a tourist, you no doubt have made a list of places you would like to visit. If on the other hand you are visiting Mumbai on a business trip then sightseeing might not be your first priority.
However should you find time there are many hidden gems in the city which you might like to explore. While Juhu beach is the most famous beach in the city, if you are looking for something more private and serene, Versova beach near Andheri is an excellent option.
Mahakali Caves situated in eastern Andheri are 19 rock cut monuments which were built between 1st – 6th century B.C. St Blaise Church in Andheri West is one of the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the city, and has an altar dating back to 15th century.
Street shopping in Mumbai is not for the faint hearted, but if you dare to do it then; Lokhandwala market in Andheri is one of the famous street markets in Mumbai. You can find everything from clothes to watches here.
If you are a Harry Potter fan, then you should definitely head to Lord of Drinks in Andheri, they have their own signature recipe for ‘Butterbeer’! For the kids Funky Monkey situated in Andheri is an excellent indoor play center where parents can sit back and relax.
Where to Stay:
Mumbai has excellent infrastructure and you can easily criss-cross the length and breadth of the city using public transport and private vehicles alike. So ideally you can choose to stay in any part of the city and yet easily reach the other end of the city.
However like most metro’s of the world, Mumbai too is notorious for its traffic jams, so a prudent decision would be to stay close to the destinations you would be visiting, so as to minimize the travel time. For business trips if your workplace is situated anywhere in suburban Mumbai then Andheri is an excellent place to stay at.
It is centrally located and offers easy access to entire suburban Mumbai. If you are on a leisure trip then suburban Mumbai will offer you budget friendly stay options, allowing you to free your budget for the actual sightseeing and shopping!
Where to Stay At:
Hotels are the most obvious answer, but if you are looking to get the most for your buck then service apartment is what you should choose. There are numerous service apartments in Andheri West which offer 5 star amenities and cost a fraction of 5 star hotels! If you are unaware of serviced apartments, then you might wonder how an apartment could be better than a hotel.
Let us help you out with this. Consider this; a 1 bedroom serviced apartment in a premium serviced apartment like Lalco Residency is spread over 965 sq. ft. whereas a hotel room in a premium hotel will be 350 sq. ft.! Imagine that 3 times more space! It is not only extra space, but extra comfort too.
A serviced apartment comes with its own kitchenette, dining area, and a private living room! Room amenities in a serviced apartment not only match but supersede those of a hotel room. Free complimentary Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, washing/drying machine, iron & ironing board, Fridge, stove top and much more are what a premium serviced apartment like Lalco Residency offers.
Add to this a serviced apartment has all the services of a hotel, be it concierge, meeting room or health facilities serviced apartments offer them all. The space and privacy offered by a serviced apartment is second to none. The freedom to make your own meals, and dine in while watching your favorite DVD is what makes a serviced apartment feel like a home away from home.
Looks like we have covered all the bases, to plan your stay in Mumbai, you have an idea of what to see, where to drink and where to stay! All set we say for your 1st Mumbai visit! Should you choose to stay with Lalco Residency, then we look forward to welcoming you to the ‘City of Dreams’!
Author Bio:
Lysha works at Lalco Residency — (Hotels Near Nesco Mumbai) and she loves her job. Helping clients and monitoring the progress of business strategies along with her leadership skills make her perfectly suited for Hospitality services. You can catch up with Lysha at Lalco Residency in Mumbai (Service Apartments In Andheri West).
