Airport hotels have a reputation of being stuffy towers devoid of character but every so often, you get one that smashes the stereotype.
For those sandwiching the addictive chaos of Mumbai into a bigger Indian honeymoon, The Leela Mumbai makes the perfect fly-and-flop pad.
Billed as the city's only resort-style business hotel, the focus is as much on style as it is on substance. From the moment you drive up to the elegant entrance, every detail conveys luxury.
The Rooms
There are a selection of comfortable rooms and suites offering views over Andheri. Even those staying for a few nights will delight in The Leela’s three restaurants, two bars and a fantastic spa.
With over 300 City and Pool view rooms, 58 Royal Club and Royal Club Parlour Suites and 30 suites to choose from, there are plenty of places to get some shut-eye.
Guestrooms are comfy with neutral palettes and parquet natural wood flooring finished with hand-tufted rugs. Plush bed linen top the huge double beds and you can even order yourselves the perfect pillow from the curated pillow menu.
Even the bathroom gets the 5-star treatment with twin massage showers and luxury toiletries.
The Spa
Layering European, Eastern and Ayurvedic philosophies, the treatments at The Leela’s Spa offer a holistic experience on high tech relaxation beds.
The high-quality products, aromatherapy oils, revitalising seaweeds and cleansing muds, together with the ESPA range of products, help restore you from head to toe.
Jamavar
Known for its fine dining experience, Jamavar should be on the hitlist for foodie types. The restaurant delights guests with the distinctive cooking and dining rituals of India’s ancient nobility.
The menu offers all from kebabs to rich curries and fragrant Dum Biryanis. The offering is huge, so if you're at a loss at what to get, let the friendly and knowledgable waiters do the ordering for you.
We did, and ended up with a feast highlighting the very best of Indian food. Trust us, trust them, and prepare for a taste sensation.
WHERE: Mumbai, India
FLIGHT TIME FROM UK: 9h
CURRENCY: Indian Rupees (INR)
HOTEL: www.theleela.com/mumbai-hotel