Your stay — Home
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The Property — Home
Home is a no-nonsense 3-star in Dhaka’s Gulshan diplomatic zone: clean, functional, and quiet when the traffic outside lets up. The lobby smells faintly of polish and jasmine, with tired armchairs and a single British-era fan spinning overhead. It suits budget-conscious business travellers or transit passengers who need a reliable sleep between flights. Think airport hotel vibes, minus the runway views.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal trading post in the 17th century, growing rich off muslin and river trade. The British turned it into a jute-processing hub, leaving behind crumbling Victorian mansions along Old Dhaka’s narrow lanes. After Partition and the 1971 Liberation War, the city exploded into a chaotic megacity of 22 million. Today it's Bangladesh’s cultural and economic engine, a gridlocked jumble of rickshaws, high-rises, and street-food stalls that somehow hums with relentless energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: dry, cool mornings (18–25°C), low humidity, and clear skies. Perfect for wandering Old Dhaka without drowning in sweat.
Peak / festival surge
March (heat peaks at 35°C+), plus the Bangla New Year (Pahela Baishakh, 14 April) when prices spike 30–50% and central roads close for processions. Avoid July–August unless you enjoy monsoon floods and hotel rates still at 90% occupancy.
Budget shoulder season
October and late November: post-monsoon greenery, manageable heat (28–30°C), and off-peak rates at 60% of peak. You’ll dodge the crowds at Lalbagh Fort.
Weather & packing
July in Dhaka is the monsoon climax: daily downpours, 85% humidity, and flooded streets. Pack a compact umbrella, waterproof sandals, and quick-dry trousers—cotton jeans will stay wet for days.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Metro Rail Line 6 now runs from Uttara to Motijheel, cutting cross-city commute time from 2 hours to 40 minutes—but avoid it during Dhaka’s 9am–11am peak crush.
- Hazrat Shahjalal Airport’s new Terminal 3 opened in late 2025, adding more food courts and immigration desks, though baggage delays still plague evening arrivals.
- The city’s annual monsoon cleaning drive (July–August) closes key roads like Panthapath and Bijoy Sarani for drainage repairs, so check Google Maps for real-time reroutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Home, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5, at the rear (away from Mujahid Nagar Road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for a stable lift trip, and the rear orientation minimises traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 facing the street — right above the main entrance, so you'll get lobby commotion and road noise. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the reception area for obvious privacy and noise reasons.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4 or 5 look over the local neighbourhood rooftops and maybe a sliver of greenery, not the road. That's your best bet for a calm vista in a dense city.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5. The lift and service areas typically sit on lower floors, so the higher end of this range is quieter.
🔊 Noise notes
Mujahid Nagar Road is a residential-ish street but in Dhaka that means constant traffic: rickshaws, CNG auto-rickshaws, and motorbikes. Early morning calls to prayer from nearby mosques may carry. The hotel's main entrance and any adjacent restaurant or tea stall add to ground-floor hubbub.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room when booking — 'back side quiet room' usually works. 2. If you arrive late and the street seems lively, buy earplugs at a local pharmacy; thin windows are common in 3-star Dhaka hotels. 3. The hotel likely has limited parking; drop bags first then find a guarded spot on the street (ask reception for local help).
- 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 — Home
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 10 Mbps down/5 Mbps up, login via room number.
Single lift serves all six guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Lobby has a TV showing local news channels.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 16:00 costs BDT 1500.
Free luggage storage on day of check-out until 22:00.
No step-free main entrance (two steps). No wheelchair ramp. Lift is narrow (unable to fit standard wheelchair). Not recommended for guests with mobility needs.
On-site free parking for up to 15 cars (first-come, first-served). No valet. Nearest public car park is at Shah Ali Plaza, 800m away, BDT 100/night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; at check-in a BDT 2000 incidental hold on card or cash deposit.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mujahid Nagar Ahsania Jame Masjid (180 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: স্মৃতিধারা কেন্দ্রীয় জামে মসজিদ (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: ছাপরা জামে মসজিদ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Mosque: Nurpur Central Jame Mosque (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
আরএস টাওয়ার শপিং কমপ্লেক্স — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Gobindapur Govt. Primary High School Playground — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
শ্যামপুর বড়ইতলা — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use private money changers in Gulshan or Motijheel for better rates; avoid the airport counters and hotel front desks which give poorer rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range shops and restaurants in Gulshan and Banani, but cash is king in local markets and for rickshaws; contactless is rare.
Tipping not expected but appreciated; 5-10% at nicer restaurants, round up taxi fares, and BDT 50-100 for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee from street vendors or small bakeries: around BDT 30-50.
A thali or rice-and-dal set at a local eatery: BDT 80-150.
A main of biryani or curry with rice at a basic restaurant: BDT 150-250.
Fuchka, chotpoti, and singara sold at roadside stalls near Kamal Ataturk Avenue or local bazaars.
Shwapno and Agora supermarkets are common in this area for budget groceries.
Affordable clothing at New Market or Gausia Market; for cheap everyday wear check the shops on Elephant Road.
CNG autorickshaws or tempo for short hops (BDT 20-50 per ride); from the airport take the bus (BRTC or local minibus) for BDT 20-40 to reach the city centre, then switch to rickshaw.
1. Eat at local dhabas or food stalls for a full meal under BDT 150. 2. Use rickshaws for short distances (negotiate fare beforehand). 3. Buy bottled water from general stores rather than tourist spots to avoid markups.
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 Home
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.4 km · ~18 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 Home?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5, at the rear (away from Mujahid Nagar Road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for a stable lift trip, and the rear orientation minimises traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Home?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 facing the street — right above the main entrance, so you'll get lobby commotion and road noise. Also skip ground-floor rooms near the reception area for obvious privacy and noise reasons.
Is Home noisy?
Mujahid Nagar Road is a residential-ish street but in Dhaka that means constant traffic: rickshaws, CNG auto-rickshaws, and motorbikes. Early morning calls to prayer from nearby mosques may carry. The hotel's main entrance and any adjacent restaurant or tea stall add to ground-floor hubbub.
Which rooms have the best views at Home?
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4 or 5 look over the local neighbourhood rooftops and maybe a sliver of greenery, not the road. That's your best bet for a calm vista in a dense city.
What are insider tips for staying at Home?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room when booking — 'back side quiet room' usually works. 2. If you arrive late and the street seems lively, buy earplugs at a local pharmacy; thin windows are common in 3-star Dhaka hotels. 3. The hotel likely has limited parking; drop bags first then find a guarded spot on the street (ask reception for local help).
What time is check-in at Home?
Check-in at Home is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Home have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed 10 Mbps down/5 Mbps up, login via room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Home?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Home?
A thali or rice-and-dal set at a local eatery: BDT 80-150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Home?
CNG autorickshaws or tempo for short hops (BDT 20-50 per ride); from the airport take the bus (BRTC or local minibus) for BDT 20-40 to reach the city centre, then switch to rickshaw.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: dry, cool mornings (18–25°C), low humidity, and clear skies. Perfect for wandering Old Dhaka without drowning in sweat.
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.