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JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

Beachfront Juhu property offering Arabian Sea views, varied dining, and convenient airport access.

Exceptional Β· Deep coverage Β· read from 19 sources Β· 62 traveler insights
90
RoomExpert Score
Exceptional

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JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is a beachfront resort situated directly on Juhu Beach with quick airport access. Guests appreciate the comfortable Marriott bedding, luxurious marble bathrooms, and extensive breakfast offerings at Lotus Cafe. However, multiple reviewers report that room interiors feel dated and in need of maintenance. 1613193

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What travelers noticed

  • The breakfast spread at Lotus Cafe earns widespread praise for its diverse selection of Indian dishes. 13
  • Bathrooms impress visitors with luxurious marble flooring, marble walls, and spacious rainfall showers. 1913
  • The hotel location directly on Juhu Beach provides convenient beach walks and easy access to the airport. 16

The catch

  • While some guests enjoy breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea, others report that partial sea view rooms offer disappointing outlooks. 13105
  • Some reviewers praise the attentive staff and smooth check-in, while others describe the overall service as subpar. 13

Who it's for

  • β€” Beachfront stays in Mumbai
  • β€” Travelers needing quick airport access
  • β€” Fans of large breakfast buffets

Skip it if

  • β€” Guests expecting ultra-modern room decor
  • β€” Travelers watching their food and dining budget

Seen on camera

8 moments Β· 2 videos Β· JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

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β€œthis is a very old and popular beach facing hotel and the view from here is so beautiful”

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β€œso i like the bathroom and all but honestly i'm a little bit disappointed because i was expecting a bathtub”

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β€œthis is where the luggage is and here we have like a pantry cupboard of salts almost i think it's a very nicely done min…”

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β€œit's these little little things the lacha salad on the side the little bit of chaat masala on top of the kebab and the h…”

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β€œi feel the fresh leafy greens and vegetable section here was very very good”

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β€œthe dessert and pastry section however was a tad bit disappointing somehow the spread didn't look as appealing to me”

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β€œnice little bathtub nice little room window mirror rather or window yeah and like that”

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β€œi think the highlight of my breakfast was jalebi and dhokla that combination is just like chef's kiss”

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Ways to book
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$246est. per night
Marriott Bonvoy member rate Β· King Guest Room
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$236est. per night
Public rate Β· King Guest Room
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RoomExpert rate estimate
$246est. per night
Estimated range: $233–$339
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Score breakdown

How the 90/100 is built, category by category β€” each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.

Bathroom

92
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage
  • β€œThe bathroom particularly stood out as well-designed and luxurious, which made for a pleasant stay.” 13
  • β€œTransitioning to the bathroom, opulence defines the space with its marble walls and flooring.” 13

Food

89
read from 8 sources Β· Solid coverage
  • β€œAs Platinum Elite members, we received complimentary breakfast, which I'm pleased to report was nothing short of epic.” 13
  • β€œBreakfast at the Lotus CafΓ© was an absolute delight, and was the highlight of our visit. The open-air space and the diverse, impressive spread of Indian dishes greatly enhanced our morning, and we would recommend it to anyone staying at the hotel.” 13

Location

92
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage
  • β€œA beachfront Juhu retreat that feels worlds away from Mumbai's chaos, with sea-view rooms, lush pools, and easy airport access-experts agree it's a calming, luxurious escape for both leisure and business travelers.” 16

Room

87
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage
  • β€œOverall we had a good time but they tried to put us in a smoking room when we specifically requested a non smoking room. We had to complain and they gave us an free upgrade to the presidential suite which was awesome.” 11
  • β€œNext door to the living room was the bedroom with the infamous super-comfortable Marriott bedding. It was so comfortable that I even enjoyed breakfast in bed, I'd recommend you to do the same!” 19

Service

90
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage
  • β€œThroughout my stay, I met dozens of incredible Marriott staff members who showed me kindness and gave a personal touch that really pushed this property into a high-level of greatness.” 19
  • β€œWe found the service at the Lotus CafΓ© to be exceptional, marked by frequent check-ins from the attentive staff.” 13

Bed & Sleep

91
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage

Nothing quotable yet on this one β€” the score leans on the rest of the coverage.

Value

84
read from 1 source Β· Deep coverage
  • β€œWi-Fi is impressively fast, but daily fees apply if guests aren't hotel rewards members (it's free to join.)” 5
  • β€œIn terms of value for points, we considered the hotel to be quite good, and the property serves as a great property overall in Mumbai if you're looking for a nice place to relax.” 13

Where it is, how to reach it

Juhu Tara Road
Mumbai, Maharashtra
400049 Asia

Details checked 2026-08-26

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Stay value

How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.

Right in line

On par with what $$ usually buys

Scores 1 point above the mid-range median of 89, across 494 hotels in the same bracket. In Mumbai it sits 4 points below the local median of 94.

Price bracket
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Mid-range
This hotel
90
Bracket median
89
Index median
90

Based on 494 comparable hotels.

Which room to ask for

What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building β€” by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.

Ask for
  • 3 mentions
Avoid

No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.

Where travelers agree β€” and don’t

The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get β€” or whose opinion you trust.

Food
72
Bathroom
54
Service
53
Room
46
Value
2
View the 41 things travelers said behind this verdictβ–Ύ

Quotes run exactly as travelers wrote them β€” spelling and all. We trim for length, never for tidiness.

Bathroom4 mentions Β· 1 filmed
  • β€œTransitioning to the bathroom, opulence defines the space with its marble walls and flooring.” 13
  • β€œThe spacious bathroom was equipped with large bathtub with a view, and glass shower stall. White marble always makes me feel the luxury.” 19
  • β€œThe bathroom particularly stood out as well-designed and luxurious, which made for a pleasant stay.” 13
  • β€œso i like the bathroom and all but honestly i'm a little bit disappointed because i was expecting a bathtub” On camera181:24
Food13 mentions Β· 2 filmed
  • β€œRooms, breakfast and even the juhu beach used by the hotel is absolutely awful! They could do with some maintenance and upkeep! πŸ™„β€ 3
  • β€œFood, though pricey, gets rave reviews, especially the breakfast buffet at the airy, 24-hour Lotus Restaurant.” 5
  • β€œDashanzi is a stylish sea facing restaurant and bar offering the finest Asian dishes, while the Bombay Baking Company is a deli offering fresh sandwiches, pastries, cakes and breads, along with healthy options.” 10
  • β€œAs Platinum Elite members, we received complimentary breakfast, which I'm pleased to report was nothing short of epic.” 13
  • β€œthe dessert and pastry section however was a tad bit disappointing somehow the spread didn't look as appealing to me” On camera187:27
  • β€œSheraton Gateway Toronto International Airport cheats Bonvoy elites on breakfast” 11
  • β€œAnother feature I greatly enjoyed at the JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu were the plethora of high-end food and beverage outlets.” 19
  • β€œThe property and experience was better than I expected. Breakfast was a highlight. Overall, good for a short stay.” 3
  • β€œThroughout the day, the lounge offers a good selection of sweets and pastries, complemented by a refrigerator stocked with soft drinks and water.” 13
  • β€œLocated on the lobby floor of the property Bombay Baking Company has a really nice menu with incredibly tasty salads, soups, sandwiches, desserts and high-quality tea.” 19
  • β€œI greatly enjoyed the breakfast in the Executive Club Lounge because it was very peaceful.” 19
  • β€œBreakfast at the Lotus CafΓ© was an absolute delight, and was the highlight of our visit. The open-air space and the diverse, impressive spread of Indian dishes greatly enhanced our morning, and we would recommend it to anyone staying at the hotel.” 13
  • β€œi think the highlight of my breakfast was jalebi and dhokla that combination is just like chef's kiss” On camera188:02
Room12 mentions Β· 2 filmed
  • β€œWhile comfortable, the room didn't strike me as extraordinary.” 13
  • β€œThe JW Marriott staff were quick to check us in and then it was up to the Executive Club Floor to see my one bedroom suite!” 19
  • β€œOverall we had a good time but they tried to put us in a smoking room when we specifically requested a non smoking room. We had to complain and they gave us an free upgrade to the presidential suite which was awesome.” 11
  • β€œFurther within, the interior opens up to a richly grained wooden accent wall at the bed's rear, and muted beige tones throughout. Despite its pleasant appeal, the room's overall aesthetics might not leave a lasting impression.” 13
  • β€œThe well-conceived bathroom design provides an ideal spot for post-travel relaxation, while the design of the rest of the King Partial Sea View Room is less than memorable.” 13
  • β€œThe JW Marriott staff were quick to check us in and then it was up to the Executive Club Floor to see my one bedroom suite! This one bedroom suite had a lot to offer and felt like home.” 19
  • β€œNext door to the living room was the bedroom with the infamous super-comfortable Marriott bedding. It was so comfortable that I even enjoyed breakfast in bed, I'd recommend you to do the same!” 19
  • β€œIn sum, this room certainly met my expectations and made for an entirely comfortable stay, but it doesn't surpass them. It's also worth noting that the view from our room was indeed very partial, and we enjoyed the view from the lounge much more.” 13
  • β€œWhile not spectacular or featuring memorable interiors by any means, the King Partial Sea View Room was a comfortable spot for the duration of our stay.” 13
  • β€œthis is where the luggage is and here we have like a pantry cupboard of salts almost i think it's a very nicely done mini bar of salts” On camera181:30
  • β€œnice little bathtub nice little room window mirror rather or window yeah and like that” On camera127:01
  • β€œmini bar is just here TV Star Sports Cricket channel here that's your mini bar very nice got chocolates Coca-Cola and stuff” 12
Service7 mentions
  • β€œMy driver Rama and the JW Marriott Concierge offered an incredibly personalized and thoughtfully planned experience. I'd recommend this if you visit!” 19
  • β€œThroughout my stay, I met dozens of incredible Marriott staff members who showed me kindness and gave a personal touch that really pushed this property into a high-level of greatness.” 19
  • β€œThe service was not that great as well at the time but I feel like in India the service at a lot of hotels is subpar.” 11
  • β€œAttentive staff members made our time highly pleasant by taking rounds to accept drink orders, a thoughtful touch we appreciated.” 13
  • β€œWe found the service at the Lotus CafΓ© to be exceptional, marked by frequent check-ins from the attentive staff.” 13
  • β€œI arrived in the evening and was promptly picked up at the airport by the amazing JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu transfer service to get to the hotel.” 19
  • β€œCheck-in proved to be straightforward. Despite our pre-arrival and in-person attempts to "suite-talk" our way into an upgrade, we were instead bestowed a standard upgrade to a slightly nicer room.” 13
View2 mentions Β· 1 filmed
  • β€œthis is a very old and popular beach facing hotel and the view from here is so beautiful” On camera180:37
  • β€œFurthermore, this area has expansive windows, delivering ample natural light and a delightful view.” 13
Value2 mentions
  • β€œIn terms of value for points, we considered the hotel to be quite good, and the property serves as a great property overall in Mumbai if you're looking for a nice place to relax.” 13
  • β€œWi-Fi is impressively fast, but daily fees apply if guests aren't hotel rewards members (it's free to join.)” 5
Location1 mention
  • β€œA beachfront Juhu retreat that feels worlds away from Mumbai's chaos, with sea-view rooms, lush pools, and easy airport access-experts agree it's a calming, luxurious escape for both leisure and business travelers.” 16

What we still don't know

What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.

  • No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
  • Nothing reliable said about room types.
  • Nothing reliable said about floor level.
  • Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
  • Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
  • Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
  • 18 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.

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How much we read

Deep coverage Β· 60/100

We read 19 sources for this property, and pulled 62 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-08-28.

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Editorial
11
Blogs & sites
8
Video reviews
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Podcast segments
Breadth
50
Depth
50
Freshness
99

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  1. 13
    Review: JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu
    princeoftravel.comReview site2023-11-22Ageing19 quotes used
    β€œTransitioning to the bathroom, opulence defines the space with its marble walls and flooring.”
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    JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu
    cntraveler.comReview siteDate not stated1 quote used
    β€œStellar hospitality in iconic South Mumbai by the Arabian Sea.”
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    JW Marriott Juhu : r/Hotels_India
    reddit.comForum threadDate not stated3 quotes used
    β€œRooms, breakfast and even the juhu beach used by the hotel is absolutely awful! They could do with some maintenance and upkeep! πŸ™„β€
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    JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu Review
    oyster.comReview siteDate not stated7 quotes used
    β€œBathrooms are small, but their marble furnishings are decidedly upscale.”
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