Your stay — NILG Hostel
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use private money changers in the area for fair rates; avoid hotels and the airport where rates are poor.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels and larger shops but not at small vendors; cash is king; mobile pay (bKash) is widely used locally.
Not expected but leftover change (5-10%) in restaurants appreciated; round up taxi fare; small tip to hotel porter if they help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of traditional cha (tea) from a street stall costs about 10-15 BDT; instant coffee from a local cafe around 30-50 BDT.
A thali or rice-and-dal meal at a local eatery for 80-120 BDT.
A simple main dish like biryani or kacchi from a local shop for 150-250 BDT.
Street-side fuchka and chat stalls are common near Shahbagh and around New Market; expect 20-50 BDT per serving.
Agora and Meena Bazar are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
New Market area for affordable ready-made garments and fabrics; bargaining essential.
CNG (auto-rickshaw) shared trips for short distances 20-50 BDT; cycle rickshaw 20-30 BDT per short ride. From Hazrat Shahjalal Airport, take the local bus to Shahbagh for 30-50 BDT or share a CNG for 150-200 BDT with others.
Eat at local canteens (not tourist-oriented restaurants) for the best value. Use rickshaws for short trips instead of taxis. Bargain firmly at markets but not at fixed-price shops.
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 NILG Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at NILG Hostel?
Check-in at NILG Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near NILG Hostel?
A thali or rice-and-dal meal at a local eatery for 80-120 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from NILG Hostel?
CNG (auto-rickshaw) shared trips for short distances 20-50 BDT; cycle rickshaw 20-30 BDT per short ride. From Hazrat Shahjalal Airport, take the local bus to Shahbagh for 30-50 BDT or share a CNG for 150-200 BDT with others.
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.