Your stay — Dhaka PBS-1
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The Property — Dhaka PBS-1
Dhaka PBS-1 is a functional 3-star hotel in the city's commercial Gulshan district. The lobby is nondescript but clean, with marble floors and a busy front desk that deals mainly with business travellers. It suits budget-conscious visitors who need a reliable base close to diplomatic zones and corporate offices, not a holiday destination.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal trading post in the 17th century and briefly served as the capital of Bengal. British rule transformed it into a jute-processing hub, leaving a patchwork of colonial buildings beside modern high-rises. After the 1971 Liberation War, the city grew chaotically as Bangladesh's capital, now a dense megacity of 22 million. Today's cultural identity is defined by rickshaws, River Buriganga river life, and a thriving literary scene in Bengali.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather (20-25°C) with clear skies and lower humidity. This is also peak tourist season, but crowds are manageable outside the main hotels.
Peak / festival surge
March and April: pre-monsoon heat peaks at 40°C, with severe thunderstorms ('Kalbaishakhi'). Hotel prices in Gulshan rise 20-30% due to business conferences. Eid-ul-Azha (likely late June 2026) also spikes local travel and room demand.
Budget shoulder season
October and late February: transitional months with milder temperatures (25-30°C), fewer tourists, and hotel discounts of 15-25% compared to peak season.
Weather & packing
July brings heavy monsoon downpours (average 300mm) and humidity above 80%. Pack quick-dry clothing, a compact umbrella, and waterproof sandals — you will wade through flooded streets.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Metro Rail Line 6 (Uttara to Motijheel) is now fully operational, easing cross-city travel but with stations still under final finishing in Gulshan.
- The new Dhaka Elevated Expressway connecting the airport to Motijheel opened sections in 2025, reducing peak-hour travel time by half.
- Monsoon flooding and waterlogging remain severe in low-lying areas like Tejgaon; avoid street food during heavy rains due to hygiene risks.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dhaka PBS-1, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 6 to 8, away from the lift core. These mid-to-upper floors reduce street-level noise and lift traffic, and corner rooms on the east side tend to be quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 (closer to street noise and lobby bustle) and rooms directly opposite the lift shaft—doors clatter and foot traffic peaks at breakfast and evening.
Best views
East-facing upper floors look out over the neighbourhood rooftops, with some city skyline glimpses. West-facing rooms see the main road—busy but gives a sense of Dhaka’s pulse.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 through 8, preferably the ends of corridors, where less foot traffic and fewer service interruptions occur.
🔊 Noise notes
Dhaka street noise is relentless, especially on the main road side. Morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosques is audible throughout. The lift core transmits vibrations into adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Check-in early afternoon to secure a top-floor room before they go. 2. Ask for a room away from the housekeeping service closet (usually near lifts) to avoid early morning clatter. 3. Pack earplugs—this is a 3-star in a loud city.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Dhaka PBS-1
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel; speed is adequate for browsing and email but may struggle with streaming during peak hours. No login constraints.
A single lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper service or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in starts at 14:00; early bag drop is free of charge if rooms are available; late check-out (after 12:00) incurs a fee of 50% of the room rate until 18:00.
Complimentary storage is offered at reception for guests arriving before check-in or after checkout.
The hotel has step-free access at the main entrance and a lift; however, no wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms exist. Structural limitations include narrow corridors in older parts of the building.
On-site parking is available for BDT 200 per night. Nearest public car park is at the Malibagh market, BDT 150 per night (a 3-minute walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A fixed advance deposit is required to secure the booking; at check-in a refundable card hold of BDT 2,000 is taken for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Sahaj Uddin Mondal Jame Mosjid, Mosque (315 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Ashulia Eye Hospital (Pvt) Ltd., Hospital (331 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Dhaka Palli Vidyut Samiti-1 Jame Masjid (349 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Palashbari Paschimpara Baitun Noor Jame Masjid (424 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Pranti fashion — 501 m · ~6 min walk
জাতীয় স্মৃতিসৌধ — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
শিমুলতলা মাঠ — 615 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 326 m · ~4 min walk
Anonna Medicine — 477 m · ~6 min walk
South-West Bus Tarminal — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; airport and hotel exchange bureaux give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in mid-range hotels, malls, and some restaurants; local shops and transport are cash-only.
No mandatory tipping; leave 5-10% at local restaurants if service is good, small change for taxis, and 50-100 BDT for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee at a roadside tea stall or a local bakery: 20-30 BDT.
Thali or rice-dal plate at a local eatery: 80-150 BDT.
Biriyani or paratha with meat curry at a simple restaurant: 100-200 BDT.
VATara to Shahbagh road, Old Dhaka (Chawk Bazar area) for fuchka, chop, and kabab: 20-50 BDT per item.
Local open markets (e.g. New Market, Kaptan Bazar) for fresh produce; chain stores like Agora or Meena Bazar for packaged goods.
New Market or Gawsia Market for affordable ready-made clothes, or Banga Bazar for fabric/tailoring.
Local bus (20-40 BDT per ride) as the cheapest; from airport take a local bus or CNG autorickshaw (around 200-300 BDT to central Dhaka).
Eat street food or at small local dhabas for budget meals. Use public buses or shared CNGs instead of Uber. Haggle at markets, especially for clothes and souvenirs.
Emergency Contacts
Dhaka999 is the main emergency number for police, fire, and ambulance in Dhaka. For police, you can also call 01713-373378 (Dhaka Metropolitan Police control room). The tourist police helpline is 01320-120007. Save your embassy’s number too. Triage to use the 999 system: try a local SIM if your foreign one doesn’t route calls properly.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dhaka, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dhaka PBS-1
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 326 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Anonna Medicine — 477 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hotel Nice Look International (Moghbazar) → Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
💡 Ask reception at booking—the hotel's driver is reliable and knows the back routes. Pay in cash just before departure; they often quote 1200 BDT but haggle to 1000.
Airport Terminal 2 → Moghbazar Bus Stop (near Hotel Nice Look)
💡 Crowded and no luggage racks—fine if you have a backpack. Get off at 'Moghbazar' stop, then walk 5 minutes north on Mouchak Road. The hotel is across from the police box.
Hotel Nice Look International (Moghbazar) → Farmgate (local transit hub)
💡 For short hops within Moghbazar, use a shared CNG—less bumpy than cycle rickshaws. From Farmgate, catch a bus to Gulistan or Motijheel. Negotiate fare before boarding; 50 BDT max for this distance.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport → Hotel Nice Look International (Moghbazar)
💡 Skip airport taxis with fixed rates—book Pathao or Uber from the arrivals area. Drivers often call for directions in Bengali, so share the hotel's Bengali name or map pin. Cash is preferred.
About Dhaka
Wikipedia ↗
Dhaka ( DAH-kə or DAK-ə; Bengali: ঢাকা, romanized: Ḍhākā, pronounced [ˈɖʱaka] ), formerly known as Dacca, is the capital and largest city of Bangladesh. With an estimated population of 36.6 million, Dhaka is the second largest city by population in the world, and is widely considered to be the most...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dhaka PBS-1?
Request a room on floors 6 to 8, away from the lift core. These mid-to-upper floors reduce street-level noise and lift traffic, and corner rooms on the east side tend to be quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dhaka PBS-1?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 (closer to street noise and lobby bustle) and rooms directly opposite the lift shaft—doors clatter and foot traffic peaks at breakfast and evening.
Is Dhaka PBS-1 noisy?
Dhaka street noise is relentless, especially on the main road side. Morning call-to-prayer from nearby mosques is audible throughout. The lift core transmits vibrations into adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Dhaka PBS-1?
East-facing upper floors look out over the neighbourhood rooftops, with some city skyline glimpses. West-facing rooms see the main road—busy but gives a sense of Dhaka’s pulse.
What are insider tips for staying at Dhaka PBS-1?
1. Check-in early afternoon to secure a top-floor room before they go. 2. Ask for a room away from the housekeeping service closet (usually near lifts) to avoid early morning clatter. 3. Pack earplugs—this is a 3-star in a loud city.
What time is check-in at Dhaka PBS-1?
Check-in at Dhaka PBS-1 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dhaka PBS-1 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel; speed is adequate for browsing and email but may struggle with streaming during peak hours. No login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dhaka PBS-1?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Dhaka PBS-1?
Thali or rice-dal plate at a local eatery: 80-150 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dhaka PBS-1?
Local bus (20-40 BDT per ride) as the cheapest; from airport take a local bus or CNG autorickshaw (around 200-300 BDT to central Dhaka).
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: cool, dry weather (20-25°C) with clear skies and lower humidity. This is also peak tourist season, but crowds are manageable outside the main hotels.
Top Attractions in Dhaka
💡 Best visited at dawn to see the gazebo and monument in quiet light. Avoid after dark as it gets rowdy.
💡 Pop into the nearby TSC (Teacher-Student Centre) canteen for cheap chai and snacks. Watch your step—potholes are common.
💡 Bring cash—no cards accepted. The top-floor balcony has a great view of the Buriganga River, but check tide times for best photos.
💡 Visit early morning to avoid crowds and heat. The on-site museum is included in the ticket and worth a quick look.
💡 Go on a weekday for near solitude. The orchid collection is impressive for such a tiny space.