Axel’s take
Striking airport-hotel surroundings, but room upkeep falls short of five-star expectations.
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Axel’s rating: 7.2/10 · a large, independently run 5-star airport and events hotel
Sahara Star is a large 5-star hotel opposite Mumbai’s Terminal 1, with a dramatic domed atrium and central lagoon. We’d consider it for a short airport-area stay or an event rather than a luxury escape. Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the restaurants and atmosphere, while recent Expedia guests also highlight helpful staff. Lagoon-facing rooms with balconies make the most of the distinctive setting.
The accommodation is less consistent than the public spaces. Recent reviews across Tripadvisor, Expedia and Agoda describe worn carpets, dated bathrooms and maintenance problems; cleanliness and complaint handling also vary. Plenty of guests report comfortable stays, but these recurring issues matter at this level. Hotels.com lists the swimming pool as unavailable from June 8, 2026 through December 31, 2027, despite the official website advertising it. We’d skip it for a pool-focused break or reliably polished luxury.
- Rooms
- Lagoon-facing balconies are appealing, but guests repeatedly describe dated finishes and maintenance faults.
- Cleanliness
- Many positive reports, alongside recurring complaints about carpets, bathrooms and room freshness.
- Service
- Warm individual staff earn praise; reception responsiveness and complaint handling are less dependable.
- Amenities
- Multiple restaurants, spa and gym are listed; booking sites flag an extended swimming-pool closure.
- Fees and surprises
- Airport transfers cost extra; check breakfast inclusion, and note the restriction on outside food and drinks.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Agoda · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
Opposite Domestic Airport (Terminal 1), Mumbai
Opposite Terminal 1 in Vile Parle; check your departure terminal before arranging transfers.
Amenities and check-in
Multiple restaurants, spa and gym are listed; booking sites flag an extended swimming-pool closure.
Check-in
after 2:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- Outdoor pool
- Children swimming pool
- Babysitting and childcare
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): ₹1,121; Extra bed: ₹1,280 per guest per night; Deposit: ₹5,000 per room per stay
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Sahara Star, Mumbai: from $89 a night
From $89 a night at Sahara Star, checked Nov 1, 2026. Nov 7–8, 2026, 2 adults: $89 total. Dec 4–6, 2026, 2 adults: $340 total on Axel; Expedia listed $374 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.
Sahara Star is a large, independently run 5-star airport and events hotel in Mumbai, India.
Address: Opposite Domestic Airport (Terminal 1), Mumbai. Property ID: 1066184.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/mumbai/sahara-star-1066184
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $340 | $374 on Expedia | $34 less (9%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $267 USD
2026-11-07 to 2026-11-10 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel private rates by check-in date
USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
Based on recent rates. Prices refresh when you view rooms.
November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-07 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $178 · up to 10 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $178 · up to 9 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $89 for 1 night · 2 nights $184 · up to 8 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $95 for 1 night · 2 nights $190 · up to 7 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $95 for 1 night · 2 nights $213 · up to 6 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $118 for 1 night · 2 nights $216 · up to 5 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $98 for 1 night · 2 nights $238 · up to 4 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $140 for 1 night · 2 nights $259.50 · up to 3 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $119.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $218.50 |
| 2026-11-16 | $99 for 1 night |
| 2026-11-18 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $319 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $149 for 1 night · 2 nights $319 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $314 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $144 for 1 night · 2 nights $288 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $144 for 1 night · 2 nights $243 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $99 for 1 night · 2 nights $225 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $126 for 1 night · 2 nights $238.50 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $112.50 for 1 night · 2 nights $211.50 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $99 for 1 night · 2 nights $197 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $98 for 1 night · 2 nights $198 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $100 for 1 night · 2 nights $270 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $269 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $99 for 1 night · 2 nights $269 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-05 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-06 | $170 for 1 night · 2 nights $271 · up to 14 nights priced |
Axel's take: 7.2/10
Striking airport-hotel surroundings, but room upkeep falls short of five-star expectations. a large, independently run 5-star airport and events hotel, scored for what it is.
Sahara Star is a large 5-star hotel opposite Mumbai’s Terminal 1, with a dramatic domed atrium and central lagoon. We’d consider it for a short airport-area stay or an event rather than a luxury escape. Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the restaurants and atmosphere, while recent Expedia guests also highlight helpful staff. Lagoon-facing rooms with balconies make the most of the distinctive setting.
The accommodation is less consistent than the public spaces. Recent reviews across Tripadvisor, Expedia and Agoda describe worn carpets, dated bathrooms and maintenance problems; cleanliness and complaint handling also vary. Plenty of guests report comfortable stays, but these recurring issues matter at this level. Hotels.com lists the swimming pool as unavailable from June 8, 2026 through December 31, 2027, despite the official website advertising it. We’d skip it for a pool-focused break or reliably polished luxury.
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Best for: short airport-area stays; conference and wedding guests; travelers who prioritize on-site dining
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Watch out for: swimming pool listed closed through December 2027; uneven room maintenance and housekeeping; inconsistent reception and problem handling
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Location: Opposite Terminal 1 in Vile Parle; check your departure terminal before arranging transfers.
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Rooms: Lagoon-facing balconies are appealing, but guests repeatedly describe dated finishes and maintenance faults.
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Cleanliness: Many positive reports, alongside recurring complaints about carpets, bathrooms and room freshness.
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Service: Warm individual staff earn praise; reception responsiveness and complaint handling are less dependable.
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Amenities: Multiple restaurants, spa and gym are listed; booking sites flag an extended swimming-pool closure.
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Fees and surprises: Airport transfers cost extra; check breakfast inclusion, and note the restriction on outside food and drinks.
Axel's opinion of Sahara Star, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Agoda · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Sahara Star
- Property type: Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- Opposite Domestic Airport (Terminal 1), Mumbai
- Hotel policies: Airport shuttle (one way): ₹1,121; Extra bed: ₹1,280 per guest per night; Deposit: ₹5,000 per room per stay
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Children swimming pool, Babysitting and childcare, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant (buffet style), Fitness facilities, Spa (extra charge), Shuttle (extra charge), Airport transportation, Parking, Parking nearby, Garage, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
- Check-in from: 14:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Mumbai
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Earth Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Earth Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
Earth Twin room Lagoon Facing (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Earth Twin room Lagoon Facing (twin beds) — room photo 1
Venus Premier Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Venus Premier Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Venus Premier Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
Mercury Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Mercury Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Mercury Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Mercury Double room Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 3
Mercury Double room City Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Mercury Double room City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Mercury Double room City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Mercury Double room City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 3
Mercury Twin room City Facing (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Mercury Twin room City Facing (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Mercury Twin room City Facing (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Mercury Twin room City Facing (twin beds) — room photo 3
Uranus Double Suite City Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Uranus Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Uranus Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Uranus Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 3
Uranus Premier Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Uranus Premier Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Uranus Premier Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
Venus Premier Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Venus Premier Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
Neptune Double Suite City Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Neptune Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Neptune Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Neptune Double Suite City Facing (full double bed) — room photo 3
Neptune Premier Double Suite Lagoon Facing (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Neptune Premier Double Suite Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Neptune Premier Double Suite Lagoon Facing (full double bed) — room photo 2
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