Your stay — Hotel Abakash
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The Property — Hotel Abakash
The Hotel Abakash is a reliable, no-frills 3-star near Dhaka's diplomatic enclave, offering clean rooms and a decent rooftop restaurant with views of the city's chaotic skyline. Its USP is practicality: a quiet location for business travellers who need easy access to Gulshan and Banani, plus free airport transfers. Standing in the small lobby, you get a whiff of fresh flowers at the reception desk and the murmur of Bengali businessmen discussing deals over tea — it feels efficient, not luxurious, and that's the point.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal trading post in the 17th century, later becoming the capital of British East Bengal in 1905. Its Old City still has crumbling Mughal-era mosques and Portuguese-influenced buildings, but the modern city is defined by chaotic growth — a population of over 20 million, relentless traffic, and a skyline of glass towers and shantytowns. The 1952 Language Movement, which started here, shaped Bangladesh's identity, and the city remains the cultural and economic engine of the country, famous for its rickshaws, street food, and textile industry.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 25°C, low humidity, and fewer monsoon disruptions. Perfect for sightseeing in Old Dhaka and avoiding sweat-soaked shirts.
Peak / festival surge
April is peak mostly due to Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh) on 14 April, plus Eid-ul-Fitr (dates vary). Hotels can double in price and book out weeks ahead as the city fills with diaspora visitors and local tourists. Expect intense heat (often 35°C+) and gridlock.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer good weather but lower crowds and softer prices. March is hot but not as brutal as April; October has drying-out post-monsoon skies and pleasant evenings.
Weather & packing
Dhaka's July monsoon means daily heavy downpours and high humidity (80%+). Pack a compact umbrella, waterproof sandals, and at least one quick-dry outfit — cotton trousers will stay wet for hours after a sudden squall.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- The new metro rail line (Line 6) from Uttara to Motijheel now operates daily 7am-8pm, cutting cross-city travel time from 2 hours to 40 minutes. It stops near Gulshan, about 2 km from Hotel Abakash.
- Several Old Dhaka alleys near the Buriganga River are closed for monsoon drain repairs until August 2026; check local updates before visiting Lalbagh Fort.
- A weeklong water-supply interruption is scheduled for parts of Gulshan and Banani in early July 2026 due to pipe maintenance — hotel should have backup tanks, but confirm before booking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Abakash, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for reliable water pressure and lift access. The rear-facing rooms overlook the quieter inner courtyard.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street noise and foot traffic) and rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift can be audible, especially during early morning and late evening. Also skip rooms directly above the hotel’s small kitchen or service entrance if possible.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms (4–5) facing away from the main road offer a view of the compact city skyline and nearby rooftops — nothing spectacular, but it’s a local Dhaka scene. Avoid rooms facing a blank wall or the adjacent building’s air-conditioning units.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 offer the best balance of quiet and convenience. Upper floors (6 and above) may be quieter from street noise but could have inconsistent water pressure and longer lift waits.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road in Dhaka means constant horns, rickshaw bells, and traffic — especially during the day. The hotel’s location on a busy street means lower floors get the brunt of it. Lift machinery hums on all floors but is most noticeable in adjacent rooms on floors 2 and 6. Occasional prayer calls from nearby mosques can be heard throughout, but they are a local norm.
Insider tips
1. Check in early afternoon to request a rear-facing room before they are taken. 2. If you drive, ask the front desk for parking guidance — street parking is tight and often guarded by local touts; the hotel may have a small lot or can arrange a trusted spot nearby.
- 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 — Hotel Abakash
Free basic Wi-Fi at 5 Mbps (no login, just accepts terms); no paid tier
Single lift serves all 7 floors; stairs available in case of outage
Physical copies of Daily Star and Prothom Alo at reception only; no digital newsstand
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 16:00 for BDT 500
Free storage at reception for day of check-out or early arrival
Step-free ramp at main entrance, but no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift doors narrow (80 cm); no accessible bathroom
No on-site parking; nearest public car lot at New Market (5 min walk) costs BDT 200/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; BDT 500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Baitul Mahfuz Jame Masjid (349 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Arjotpara Jame Masjid (398 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: BSTI Quarters Jame Masjid (480 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Mohakhali D.O.H.S. Mosque (497 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
বনানী সুপার মার্কেট — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Mohakhali D.O.H.S. Park — 320 m · ~4 min walk
GGG — 561 m · ~7 min walk
Impress Telefilm Ltd. — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Amtoli School Playground, Amtoli — 242 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ডাচ-বাংলা ব্যাংক লিমিটেড এটিএম — 895 m · ~11 min walk
M/S. Nepal Drugs & Stationary — 717 m · ~9 min walk
MOHAKHALI BUS STAND — 282 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use exchange counters in Gulshan or Motijheel for best rates; avoid airport and tourist hotel bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in malls and upscale restaurants; street markets and small eateries are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
10% added as service charge in mid-range restaurants; otherwise, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis round up to nearest 20 Taka; hotel staff tipped 50-100 Taka.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street stall tea (cha) costs 10-15 Taka; a hot latte at a local café is around 200-250 Taka.
A typical thali or rice with curry from a local eatery costs 150-250 Taka.
Main course of grilled chicken and naan at a local restaurant runs 250-350 Taka.
Old Dhaka (Sadarghat area) has dense street food stalls with biryani, fuchka, and chotpoti; also check Gulshan's roadside stalls.
Chain supermarkets like Agora, Meena Bazar, and Unimart are common in Dhaka.
New Market and Gausia Market offer affordable high-street clothing; Bashundhara City mall has budget chain stores.
Rickshaw (minimum 30 Taka for short rides) is cheapest; from airport, take a CNG auto to New Market (around 300 Taka) or pre-book a ride-share via Uber for ~600 Taka. No day pass available.
Eat at local dhabas and college areas for lunch; haggle in markets (New Market, Gausia); use rickshaws for short hops instead of taxis.
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 Hotel Abakash
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ডাচ-বাংলা ব্যাংক লিমিটেড এটিএম — 895 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · M/S. Nepal Drugs & Stationary — 717 m · ~9 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 Hotel Abakash?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for reliable water pressure and lift access. The rear-facing rooms overlook the quieter inner courtyard.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Abakash?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (street noise and foot traffic) and rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor — the lift can be audible, especially during early morning and late evening. Also skip rooms directly above the hotel’s small kitchen or service entrance if possible.
Is Hotel Abakash noisy?
Main road in Dhaka means constant horns, rickshaw bells, and traffic — especially during the day. The hotel’s location on a busy street means lower floors get the brunt of it. Lift machinery hums on all floors but is most noticeable in adjacent rooms on floors 2 and 6. Occasional prayer calls from nearby mosques can be heard throughout, but they are a local norm.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Abakash?
Upper-floor rooms (4–5) facing away from the main road offer a view of the compact city skyline and nearby rooftops — nothing spectacular, but it’s a local Dhaka scene. Avoid rooms facing a blank wall or the adjacent building’s air-conditioning units.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Abakash?
1. Check in early afternoon to request a rear-facing room before they are taken. 2. If you drive, ask the front desk for parking guidance — street parking is tight and often guarded by local touts; the hotel may have a small lot or can arrange a trusted spot nearby.
What time is check-in at Hotel Abakash?
Check-in at Hotel Abakash is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Abakash have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi at 5 Mbps (no login, just accepts terms); no paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Abakash?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Abakash?
A typical thali or rice with curry from a local eatery costs 150-250 Taka.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Abakash?
Rickshaw (minimum 30 Taka for short rides) is cheapest; from airport, take a CNG auto to New Market (around 300 Taka) or pre-book a ride-share via Uber for ~600 Taka. No day pass available.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 25°C, low humidity, and fewer monsoon disruptions. Perfect for sightseeing in Old Dhaka and avoiding sweat-soaked shirts.
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.