Make a list of your priorities in choosing a Mumbai hotel. Is it most important to you to be near a particular attraction or place of business, to immerse yourself in the culture of downtown, or to have an oasis of relative tranquility after a long day?
Read the information offered on the official visitor's bureau website at Mumbaicity.gov.in and other websites such as Mumbai.explocity.com to get a sense of the city of Mumbai. Traffic is heavy, streets are crowded and each of the seven islands has a distinct personality.
Use the search engines provided by tourism services such as Mumbai-hotels.co.in to generate lists of hotels meeting your specifications. Review each hotel's website, noting key information about prices and amenities. Call or email three or four hotels that sound best for your needs and ask additional questions. Make your reservation using the hotel's online booking form.