Your stay — Hotel Delux
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The Property — Hotel Delux
Hotel Delux is a dependable 3-star property in central Dhaka, offering clean, no-frills rooms and a functional lobby with a front desk that moves quickly. Its USP is location — it's a short rickshaw ride from key business and shopping areas — and it suits budget-conscious travellers who need a quiet, secure base for a night or two. Expect tiled floors, air conditioning that works, and a breakfast buffet of paratha and dal. It's not charming, but it's reliable.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka started as a Mughal imperial city in the 17th century, when it was the capital of Bengal and a major centre for muslin trade. British rule brought grid-like expansion and grand Victorian buildings, many now crumbling in Old Dhaka. Post-1971 independence, the city exploded into a chaotic megacity of 22 million, with modern high-rises towering over narrow lanes. Today it's Bangladesh's political and cultural heart, famous for its rickshaws, street food, and resilient energy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: cooler, dry, and pleasant for walking — Dhaka's mildest weather with temperatures around 15-25°C.
Peak / festival surge
March-April: the Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh) in mid-April draws crowds and spikes hotel rates; also the hottest period before monsoon, with temps often above 35°C.
Budget shoulder season
October and March: October sees post-monsoon freshness and low prices; March still dry but warming up, with fewer tourists than peak months.
Weather & packing
July is monsoon core — expect daily heavy downpours and 80-90% humidity. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry footwear; avoid anything that can't stand a soaking.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Metro rail Line 6 is now operational from Uttara to Motijheel, easing cross-city travel but still crowded during rush hours.
- Several new food halls have opened in Gulshan and Banani, including upscale Bengali dining options near the hotel.
- Monsoon flooding in low-lying Dhaka areas has worsened this July, so confirm your route from the airport is clear before heading out.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Delux, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the back of the building (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of the single lift during busy times.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (lobby, restaurant, and street noise) and any room facing the front of the hotel, particularly on floors 2-3 where traffic sound from the Dhaka street is loudest and the lift shaft is adjacent.
Best views
Limited city views from higher floors at the back—you'll see local rooftops and maybe a bit of skyline. The front rooms overlook the chaotic main road, so there's no scenic reward worth the noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest—above the restaurant and public areas, but low enough that the roof-level equipment (if any) won't disturb you.
🔊 Noise notes
Dhaka's street traffic is constant, with honking and rickshaw bells from early morning until late at night. The single lift can be noisy, especially on floors near the lobby. During prayer times, expect amplified calls from nearby mosques.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room at the back of the hotel when booking—most receptionists will note it if you mention noise concerns. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; even the quietest rooms here are not silent due to the city's ambient noise.
- 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 Delux
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) included for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at BDT 300 per day; no login – just select network and accept terms
Single lift serves all 5 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to The Daily Star and Dhaka Tribune via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (free if room not ready); late check-out until 16:00 charged BDT 1,500, after 16:00 charged full night
Free for same-day arrivals and departures; multi-day storage not available
No step-free main entrance (one step up); wheelchair accessible ground-floor room available (Room 101) with wider door and roll-in shower; no lift to basement conference rooms
On-site unsecured parking: free for 1 car per room (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Gulshan 1 Circle (BDT 200/night, 7-minute walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 15% VAT on room rate, no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night charged at booking; BDT 5,000 incidental hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: CGA Masjid (311 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: পূর্ত ভবন মসজিদ (324 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: জাতীয় ঈদগাহ (578 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Shikkha Bhaban Jaame Masjid (663 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
AQP Shopping Mall — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
ওসমানী উদ্যান — 962 m · ~12 min walk
International Mother Language Museum — 561 m · ~7 min walk
Jtiyo Natyashala — 266 m · ~3 min walk
শহিদুল্লাহ হল খেলার মাঠ — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk
One Pharma — 251 m · ~3 min walk
বাংলাদেশ সচিবালয় — 398 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Exchange money at private banks or authorised money changers in Gulshan or Motijheel; avoid the airport or hotel desks as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range to upscale restaurants, hotels, and shops; street vendors and small eateries expect cash.
No fixed rule; round up bills or leave 5–10% in nicer restaurants, a small amount (200-500 BDT) for hotel porters, and tip taxi drivers only if helpful, maybe 50-100 BDT.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee or instant at a local cafe costs around 150–250 BDT.
A filling lunch of rice, dal, and fish or meat from a small restaurant runs 200–350 BDT.
A main dish at a no-frills place (like biryani or kebab with naan) costs about 250–500 BDT.
Old Dhaka streets (e.g., around Chawk Bazar or Lalbagh) are packed with stalls selling singara, shingara, chotpoti, and fuchka for 20–100 BDT per item.
Supermarket chains include Shwapno, Agora, and Meena Bazar, common in Dhaka's middle-class areas.
For cheap clothes, hit New Market or Gulshan Road's shops for ready-made garments and fabrics.
The cheapest way around is by rickshaw (30–100 BDT per trip short distance) or CNG auto-rickshaw (shares 10–20 BDT per km); from Hazrat Shahjalal Airport, the budget option is a CNG or bus into the city (around 200-500 BDT CNG, or 50 BDT by local bus).
Always negotiate rickshaw and CNG fares before starting the ride. Eat at dhaba-style restaurants rather than tourist spots. Use prepaid SIMs for local calls instead of hotel phones.
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 Delux
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 139 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · One Pharma — 251 m · ~3 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 Delux?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the back of the building (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach of the single lift during busy times.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Delux?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (lobby, restaurant, and street noise) and any room facing the front of the hotel, particularly on floors 2-3 where traffic sound from the Dhaka street is loudest and the lift shaft is adjacent.
Is Hotel Delux noisy?
Dhaka's street traffic is constant, with honking and rickshaw bells from early morning until late at night. The single lift can be noisy, especially on floors near the lobby. During prayer times, expect amplified calls from nearby mosques.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Delux?
Limited city views from higher floors at the back—you'll see local rooftops and maybe a bit of skyline. The front rooms overlook the chaotic main road, so there's no scenic reward worth the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Delux?
1. Ask for a room at the back of the hotel when booking—most receptionists will note it if you mention noise concerns. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; even the quietest rooms here are not silent due to the city's ambient noise.
What time is check-in at Hotel Delux?
Check-in at Hotel Delux is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Delux have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) included for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at BDT 300 per day; no login – just select network and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Delux?
15% VAT on room rate, no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Delux?
A filling lunch of rice, dal, and fish or meat from a small restaurant runs 200–350 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Delux?
The cheapest way around is by rickshaw (30–100 BDT per trip short distance) or CNG auto-rickshaw (shares 10–20 BDT per km); from Hazrat Shahjalal Airport, the budget option is a CNG or bus into the city (around 200-500 BDT CNG, or 50 BDT by local bus).
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: cooler, dry, and pleasant for walking — Dhaka's mildest weather with temperatures around 15-25°C.
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.