Your stay — Rakib’s Home
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The Property — Rakib’s Home
Rakib’s Home is a modest 3-star guesthouse in Dhaka’s Motijheel commercial district. The lobby feels like a quiet holdout: worn leather chairs, a ceiling fan turning slowly, and a receptionist who remembers repeat guests. It’s a practical base for business travellers or transit passengers who need clean sheets, decent wifi, and a location near the stock exchange and walking-distance eateries. No frills, but not pretending otherwise.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka became the capital of Mughal Bengal in the 17th century and grew rich on muslin cloth. The British built a grid of colonial offices and the university, while post-1971 independence triggered breakneck expansion—pushing the population past 20 million. Today, its identity is split: rickshaws crowd into modernist high-rises, centuries-old mosques sit beside shopping malls, and the city remains South Asia’s second-biggest garment manufacturing hub.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry air (20–25°C) and clear skies; the city is less chaotic and hotel prices are steady but not cheap.
Peak / festival surge
March–April: pre-monsoon heat (often 35°C+ with high humidity) plus the Bengali New Year (Pahela Baishakh, 14 April) draws domestic tourists and spikes room rates by 30–50%.
Budget shoulder season
October: post-monsoon, still warm but drying out; crowds thin, hotel rates drop 15–20% before the winter high season.
Weather & packing
Dhaka has a ferocious monsoon (June–September) that can flood streets in minutes. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry footwear, and always carry an umbrella even if the morning looks clear.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Dhaka Metro Rail’s Line 6 now runs from Uttara to Motijheel (the stop is a 10-minute walk from Rakib’s Home), cutting cross-city travel time to 40 minutes. Expect crowds at peak hours but far less road jams.
- The government has restricted rickshaw access on some central arteries (including parts of Motijheel) until 2027. Plan extra time for walking from drop-off points to the hotel.
- A major revamp of Shahbagh intersection is ongoing; traffic on the adjacent roads (Ramlala Road and Old Bailey Road) is heavy and likely to stay disrupted through late 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Rakib’s Home, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard (away from Lane 3). These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (high street noise from Lane 3, foot traffic, and proximity to reception). Also skip rooms facing the street on any floor, as Lane 3 is a narrow residential-commercial mix with motorbikes and rickshaws.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms offer a limited view of the inner-city residential area (rooftops, clothes lines, maybe a garden). Street-facing rooms look onto Lane 3’s constant activity — interesting but loud.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3, rear-facing — the lift rarely gets heavy use above floor 1, and street noise dissipates by the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Lane 3 is a narrow road with motorbikes, rickshaws, and occasional auto-rickshaws from early morning to late evening. There’s also a nearby mosque (check call to prayer times). The lift is an old-style cage lift — audible on floors 1 and 2.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room without a shared wall with the lift shaft — that dull clanking sound travels. 2. If you need quiet during Friday prayers (12:30-1:30 PM), request a rear-facing room ahead of time; the call to prayer from the local mosque carries clearly into street-facing rooms.
- 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 — Rakib’s Home
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby; download speed around 5 Mbps; no login required
Lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; building is a converted townhouse, no notable heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 12:00; early bag drop available on request; late check-out until 14:00 charged 50% of daily rate
Free luggage storage available at front desk during day of check-out
No step-free entrance; one small step at front door; lift fits wheelchair; no accessible bathroom on ground floor
No on-site parking; nearest public car park 500 m away on Road 9, hourly rate 50 BDT; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% VAT applies to room rate; no separate city tax
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: বাইতুল মা'মুর জামে মসজিদ (64 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: বাইতুল শারফ জামে মসজিদ (415 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: জামেয়া ফোরকানিয়া মাদ্রাসা মসজিদ (498 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: বাইতুল মাহফুজ জামে মসজিদ (569 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
BabuLand — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Rahmim Pharma — 17 m · ~1 min walk
Siddiq General Store — 959 m · ~12 min walk
মিরপুর ১০ — 443 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use private money changers in Gulshan or Banani for better rates; avoid the airport booths where rates are poor.
Cards are accepted in mid-range restaurants and shops, but street vendors and small eateries are cash-only; mobile pay (bKash/Nagad) is common for local transfers.
Round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% for good service), small notes for taxis (20-50 BDT), and tip hotel staff 50-100 BDT for bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or tea at a local stall costs 10-20 BDT; a basic coffee from a chain cafe is around 60-100 BDT.
A thali or biryani plate at a local canteen runs 80-150 BDT.
A simple dal-rice or curry with roti at a roadside stall is 60-120 BDT for a main.
Head to New Elephant Road or Farmgate for cheap skewers, fuchka, and chotpoti; vendors cluster near bus stands.
Agora and Meena Bazar are common budget supermarkets in this area.
New Market and Gausia Market offer budget clothing and fabrics; bargaining is expected.
CNG auto-rickshaws cost 50-150 BDT for short hops; from the airport, take a CNG or local bus (20-30 BDT) instead of taxis. No day pass exists.
Eat at local canteens rather than tourist spots; use bKash for cashback on mobile top-ups; always bargain at markets.
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 Rakib’s Home
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 187 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Rahmim Pharma — 17 m · ~1 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 Rakib’s Home?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard (away from Lane 3). These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Rakib’s Home?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (high street noise from Lane 3, foot traffic, and proximity to reception). Also skip rooms facing the street on any floor, as Lane 3 is a narrow residential-commercial mix with motorbikes and rickshaws.
Is Rakib’s Home noisy?
Lane 3 is a narrow road with motorbikes, rickshaws, and occasional auto-rickshaws from early morning to late evening. There’s also a nearby mosque (check call to prayer times). The lift is an old-style cage lift — audible on floors 1 and 2.
Which rooms have the best views at Rakib’s Home?
Rear-facing rooms offer a limited view of the inner-city residential area (rooftops, clothes lines, maybe a garden). Street-facing rooms look onto Lane 3’s constant activity — interesting but loud.
What are insider tips for staying at Rakib’s Home?
1. Ask for a room without a shared wall with the lift shaft — that dull clanking sound travels. 2. If you need quiet during Friday prayers (12:30-1:30 PM), request a rear-facing room ahead of time; the call to prayer from the local mosque carries clearly into street-facing rooms.
What time is check-in at Rakib’s Home?
Check-in at Rakib’s Home is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Rakib’s Home have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby; download speed around 5 Mbps; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Rakib’s Home?
10% VAT applies to room rate; no separate city tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Rakib’s Home?
A thali or biryani plate at a local canteen runs 80-150 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Rakib’s Home?
CNG auto-rickshaws cost 50-150 BDT for short hops; from the airport, take a CNG or local bus (20-30 BDT) instead of taxis. No day pass exists.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: cool, dry air (20–25°C) and clear skies; the city is less chaotic and hotel prices are steady but not cheap.
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.