🇧🇩 Dhaka, Bangladesh
Marriott Guest House
📍 House No. 5, Road 54A, Dhaka, 1212
Your stay — Marriott Guest House
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The Property — Marriott Guest House
The Marriott Guest House is a modest 3-star in Dhaka’s Gulshan diplomatic zone—think clean, functional, and reliable rather than flashy. The lobby feels like a busy transit lounge: polished tiles, a small but efficient front desk, and a constant hum of business travellers checking phones. It suits tourists or consultants who need a comfy bed, working WiFi, and easy access to embassies and corporate offices, not romantic design or rooftop bars. The USP is its location: a calm street off Gulshan Avenue, a 15-minute walk from big malls and the Baitul Mukarram Mosque.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal capital in 1608 under Subahdar Islam Khan, growing rich on muslin trade before British rule turned it into an administrative centre. The old quarter still holds 17th-century mosques, crumbling havelis, and the massive Lalbagh Fort, a Mughal-era snapshot. After Partition, Dhaka exploded into a chaotic megacity of 22 million, its skyline now a vertical jumble of concrete high-rises, mirrored towers, and all-brick tenements. Culturally, it pulses with Bengali literary pride, rickshaw art, and a graffiti scene that flips between protest and pop. Contemporary identity is a tug-of-war: authoritarian infrastructure meets a fierce, youth-driven street life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: dry, cool (15-25°C), and blue skies—perfect for walking the old city without drenching in sweat. Crowds are manageable as it’s the main tourist season, but not overwhelming.
Peak / festival surge
February and March: Dhaka's Book Fair (Amar Ekushey) in February plus Independence Day (26 March) draw huge local crowds, pushing hotel rates up 30-50%. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
October and early November: tail-end of monsoon, still warm (28-30°C) but drying out, with cheaper room rates and far fewer tourists. A sweet spot for budget-conscious explorers.
Weather & packing
July is peak monsoon—expect daily downpours and 90% humidity with temps around 30°C. Pack a packable waterproof jacket, sandals with grip for flooded streets, and a pair of quick-dry trousers; skip anything suede or delicate.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Metro Rail Line 6 now runs from Uttara to Motijheel (opened 2023-2024), cutting cross-city travel from 2 hours to 40 minutes; the nearest station to Gulshan is Karwan Bazar, about 3 km from the Marriott Guest House.
- The new Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Terminal 3 opens in phases from 2025, adding 12 million passenger capacity and better food options—check if gates are operational by July 2026.
- Monsoon floods in July 2024 caused major road closures in Mirpur and Old Dhaka; stay updated via the Dhaka Traffic Police Twitter account for real-time waterlogging alerts on key arteries like Gulshan Road.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Marriott Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard (away from Road 54A). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy lift access, and the rear side will be quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially near the lobby or lift) and any room facing Road 54A directly. The street is a busy residential road in Gulshan, likely with auto-rickshaw and traffic noise throughout the day. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical noise.
Best views
The best view is likely a limited one: over the rear courtyard or adjacent low-rise buildings in this residential Gulshan area. Don’t expect a scenic panorama — this is a dense Dhaka neighbourhood.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5, rear-facing. These floors are less affected by street noise and lift operation, and the building likely has standard concrete construction that dampens sound from lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Road 54A is a main road in Gulshan, expect constant traffic noise (rickshaws, cars, horns) especially during daytime and early evening. The building’s lift and possibly a small generator may add noise. Weekend mornings are quieter but traffic picks up again by midday.
Insider tips
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking — it’s your best bet for a quieter night. 2. If you’re arriving by car, the hotel may have limited parking; check in advance if you need a spot, or use a ride-share to avoid hassle. The neighbourhood is walkable for meals, but take earplugs for sleep.
- 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 — Marriott Guest House
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps, device limit 2); paid premium tier 150 BDT per device per day (50 Mbps, up to 5 devices), login via room number and name
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary access to PressReader in lobby; physical copies of The Daily Star and The Bangladesh Today available at breakfast (Sunday–Thursday only)
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at no charge if room ready; late check-out until 18:00 incurs 500 BDT (weekday) or 600 BDT (weekend)
Complementary storage for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage 200 BDT per bag
Step-free entrance with ramp; wheelchair-accessible lift and one accessible room on ground floor; no grab rails in standard bathrooms
On-site parking: 100 BDT per night, no valet; nearest public car park is on Gulshan Avenue, 200 BDT per night (no EV charging)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% VAT and 2% municipal tax on room rate, applied at check-out
Deposit & card hold: Full first-night payment required at booking; a 300 BDT incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: গুলশান সমিতি মসজিদ (606 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Baridhara Mosque (983 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: নৌবাহিনী সদর দপ্তর মসজিদ (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: বনানী জামে মসজিদ (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
বনানী সুপার মার্কেট — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
justice shahabuddin park — 421 m · ~5 min walk
Hero Gate — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Amphitheater — 541 m · ~7 min walk
Kids Zone Gulshan Society Lake Park — 405 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 97 m · ~1 min walk
United Pharma 1 — 568 m · ~7 min walk
Tascha — 563 m · ~7 min walk
বনানী রেল স্টেশন — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use private money changers in Gulshan or Motijheel for fair rates; avoid airport counters and hotels as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range and up hotels, restaurants, and shops; local eateries and transport are cash-only; mobile pay (bKash) widespread but not for travellers without local account.
Not expected but appreciated; restaurant service charge often included, else 5-10% for good service; taxis round up to nearest 10-20 BDT; hotel porters 50-100 BDT.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee sold at street stalls or corner shops for 10-15 BDT; filter coffee from basic tea shops around 15-20 BDT.
Biryani or rice with dal/curry from a local canteen or street stall costs 80-150 BDT.
Paratha with meat or vegetable curry from a dhaba-style eatery, main portion 100-180 BDT.
Fuchka (pani puri), chotpoti, and singara sold everywhere on footpath stalls; popular areas near Shahbagh or Old Dhaka for dense options.
Agora, Meena Bazar, and Prince Bazar are common mid-range supermarket chains in Dhaka.
Nilkhet market for cheap readymade garments and fabrics; New Market for budget clothing and accessories.
Rickshaw rides cost 20-50 BDT for short distances; CNG auto-rickshaws 50-150 BDT; budget airport transfer: take a pre-paid taxi at 300-400 BDT or bus to Shahbagh then rickshaw; avoid hailing from roadside as meter rigged.
Eat at local tiffin stalls for meals under 100 BDT; drink filtered water from street vendors (free or 2-5 BDT per bag); haggle firmly at markets like New Market but not at supermarkets.
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 Marriott Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 97 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · United Pharma 1 — 568 m · ~7 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 Marriott Guest House?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard (away from Road 54A). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy lift access, and the rear side will be quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Marriott Guest House?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially near the lobby or lift) and any room facing Road 54A directly. The street is a busy residential road in Gulshan, likely with auto-rickshaw and traffic noise throughout the day. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical noise.
Is Marriott Guest House noisy?
Road 54A is a main road in Gulshan, expect constant traffic noise (rickshaws, cars, horns) especially during daytime and early evening. The building’s lift and possibly a small generator may add noise. Weekend mornings are quieter but traffic picks up again by midday.
Which rooms have the best views at Marriott Guest House?
The best view is likely a limited one: over the rear courtyard or adjacent low-rise buildings in this residential Gulshan area. Don’t expect a scenic panorama — this is a dense Dhaka neighbourhood.
What are insider tips for staying at Marriott Guest House?
1. Request a rear-facing room when booking — it’s your best bet for a quieter night. 2. If you’re arriving by car, the hotel may have limited parking; check in advance if you need a spot, or use a ride-share to avoid hassle. The neighbourhood is walkable for meals, but take earplugs for sleep.
What time is check-in at Marriott Guest House?
Check-in at Marriott Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Marriott Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps, device limit 2); paid premium tier 150 BDT per device per day (50 Mbps, up to 5 devices), login via room number and name
Is there a city or tourist tax at Marriott Guest House?
10% VAT and 2% municipal tax on room rate, applied at check-out
Where can I eat cheaply near Marriott Guest House?
Biryani or rice with dal/curry from a local canteen or street stall costs 80-150 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Marriott Guest House?
Rickshaw rides cost 20-50 BDT for short distances; CNG auto-rickshaws 50-150 BDT; budget airport transfer: take a pre-paid taxi at 300-400 BDT or bus to Shahbagh then rickshaw; avoid hailing from roadside as meter rigged.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: dry, cool (15-25°C), and blue skies—perfect for walking the old city without drenching in sweat. Crowds are manageable as it’s the main tourist season, but not overwhelming.
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.