Your stay — Sher-e-Bangla Hall
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The Property — Sher-e-Bangla Hall
Sher-e-Bangla Hall is a 3-star budget hotel in the Motijheel commercial district. The lobby is functional rather than fussy: linoleum floors, a reception desk under fluorescent lights, and a steady stream of office workers checking in. It suits short-stay business visitors or budget travellers who need a clean, central base within walking distance of the national parliament and Dhaka's old city. The rooftop offers a direct view of the morning chaos on the streets below.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal trading outpost in 1608 and became the capital of Eastern Bengal under the British Empire. The 19th-century 'Mughal Revival' left landmarks like Ahsan Manzil palace and the pink Star Mosque. Post-partition, the modernist National Parliament complex by Louis Kahn redefined the skyline. Today Dhaka is the world's densest city, a fabric of rickshaws, garment factories and a rising tech scene, yet the old quarter still smells of spices and boat-baked bricks.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February: dry season with temperatures averaging 20-25°C and low humidity, making sightseeing comfortable. Also the least risk of flooding.
Peak / festival surge
January (due to mild weather) and October (Durga Puja festival) see high hotel demand. Rates can rise 30-40% above base, and advance booking is essential. Durga Puja draws pilgrims from across Bangladesh.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and August-September offer lower rates and fewer tourists, but March/April has 34-38°C heat. August-September brings monsoon rains but occasional clear spells and hotel discounts of 20-30%.
Weather & packing
July is the wettest month with 340mm rain. Pack a reusable umbrella and quick-dry trousers — flip-flops are useless in flooded streets. Leave cotton jeans behind; synthetics or lightweight chinos fare better in humidity.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Jatrabari flyover construction enters final phase — expect 45-minute delays on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway, the main southern route.
- New Biman Bandar metro station opened June 2026, but Hazrat Shahjalal Airport rail remains incomplete; take a pre-booked CNG autorickshaw to reach the hotel in 40 minutes.
- July monsoon surge predicted above average; low-lying areas in Old Dhaka may flood. Avoid driving after 5pm in heavy rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sher-e-Bangla Hall, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear side of the building, away from the main road. These floors avoid street noise while still having decent natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street – traffic noise from the Dhaka road is loud, especially during rush hours. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor hums audibly.
Best views
The rear-facing rooms on floors 3–5 look over a quieter residential area with some trees and low-rise buildings – not spectacular, but peaceful. No notable landmark view from this location.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5. The upper floors are less affected by street-level noise and the lift operates mainly on these middle levels, so vibration is minimal.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in central Dhaka. Expect constant traffic honking (it's normal here) and occasional rickshaw bells. The lift is central and groans between floors 1–3, so mid-stay floors are quieter.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2 PM – the lift is often used for luggage between noon and 2 PM, so you'll avoid the wait. 2. Request a room with a window that opens – some interior rooms have sealed windows and get stuffy quickly in Dhaka's humidity.
- 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 — Sher-e-Bangla Hall
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; speeds adequate for browsing, not streaming. No login required.
Lift serves all floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. TV in rooms has local channels.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Check-out by 12:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of one night's rate. Early bag drop available at front desk.
Complimentary luggage storage at front desk until check-out day.
Limited wheelchair access: main entrance has steps, no permanent ramp. Ground-floor rooms available upon request.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Shahbagh Square, about 500 m walk, costing 200 BDT for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Dr. M. A. Rashid Hall Masjid, Dr. M.A. Rashid Hall, BUET, Dhaka (207 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: বুয়েট কেন্দ্রীয় জামে মসজিদ (256 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Palashi Bazar Masjid, Palashi Bazar, BUET Market, Dhaka (300 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Dr. Fazle Rabbi Hall Mosque (515 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Noor Mansion — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Omayer hossain chowdhury Gurden — 692 m · ~9 min walk
Language Martyr Abul Barakat Memory Museum and Library, Museum, Polashi Mor, Zahir Raihan Rd, Dhaka — 390 m · ~5 min walk
Nazrul Mancha — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
BUET Central Playground — 418 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
সোনালী ব্যাংক এটিএম বুথ — 319 m · ~4 min walk
Nafisa Pharmacy — 608 m · ~8 min walk
Cooperative Store — 566 m · ~7 min walk
ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Change money at private exchange houses in Gulshan or Motijheel for better rates; avoid airport counters and hotel exchanges that give poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in malls, hotels, and upmarket restaurants; street vendors and small shops are cash-only, and contactless is still rare.
No strict rule; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service is good. Hotel porters expect 20-50 BDT per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local tea or coffee from a roadside stall — a small cup of cha (tea) costs around 10-15 BDT.
A thali meal with rice, dal, and vegetables at a basic restaurant costs 100-150 BDT.
A main dish like biryani at a standard eatery runs 200-300 BDT.
Old Dhaka (around Chawk Bazar and Shankhari Bazaar) has dense street food stalls for fuchka, singara, and kebabs.
Meena Bazar, Shwapno, and Agora are common budget supermarket chains in Dhaka.
For affordable clothes, try New Market or the lanes of Bashundhara City shopping mall.
Cheapest way is a cycle rickshaw (from 20 BDT for short trips). For longer routes, use a CNG auto-rickshaw or city bus (approx 10-30 BDT per ride). From the airport, take the airport shuttle bus to Farmgate (100 BDT) or a CNG (300-500 BDT).
Negotiate rickshaw/CNG fare before getting in. Eat at local dhabas rather than tourist-facing restaurants. Use shared CNG routes (not private hires) to split costs.
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 Sher-e-Bangla Hall
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · সোনালী ব্যাংক এটিএম বুথ — 319 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Nafisa Pharmacy — 608 m · ~8 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 Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear side of the building, away from the main road. These floors avoid street noise while still having decent natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors facing the street – traffic noise from the Dhaka road is loud, especially during rush hours. Also skip any rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift motor hums audibly.
Is Sher-e-Bangla Hall noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in central Dhaka. Expect constant traffic honking (it's normal here) and occasional rickshaw bells. The lift is central and groans between floors 1–3, so mid-stay floors are quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
The rear-facing rooms on floors 3–5 look over a quieter residential area with some trees and low-rise buildings – not spectacular, but peaceful. No notable landmark view from this location.
What are insider tips for staying at Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
1. Check in after 2 PM – the lift is often used for luggage between noon and 2 PM, so you'll avoid the wait. 2. Request a room with a window that opens – some interior rooms have sealed windows and get stuffy quickly in Dhaka's humidity.
What time is check-in at Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
Check-in at Sher-e-Bangla Hall is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sher-e-Bangla Hall have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; speeds adequate for browsing, not streaming. No login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
A thali meal with rice, dal, and vegetables at a basic restaurant costs 100-150 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sher-e-Bangla Hall?
Cheapest way is a cycle rickshaw (from 20 BDT for short trips). For longer routes, use a CNG auto-rickshaw or city bus (approx 10-30 BDT per ride). From the airport, take the airport shuttle bus to Farmgate (100 BDT) or a CNG (300-500 BDT).
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: dry season with temperatures averaging 20-25°C and low humidity, making sightseeing comfortable. Also the least risk of flooding.
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.