Your stay — Student building
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The Property — Student building
This is a no-frills, functional stay in Dhaka’s dense Motijheel commercial district — think clean linens, air-con that works, and a lobby that smells faintly of disinfectant and fried snacks. The building is a straightforward concrete block, popular with budget-conscious Bangladeshi business travellers and international backpackers who need a safe, central base for one or two nights. There’s no restaurant, but the staff can order from nearby street stalls, and the rooftop offers a dusty view over a horizon of rickshaws and high-rises.
Chronicles of Dhaka
Dhaka began as a Mughal trading outpost in the early 1600s, growing around the banks of the Buriganga River as the centre of fine muslin production. The British made it the capital of Eastern Bengal and Assam in 1905, leaving a legacy of crumbling colonial mansions and the grand Curzon Hall. After Partition, the city became the political and cultural heart of East Pakistan, and then of independent Bangladesh after the 1971 Liberation War. Today, it’s a chaotic, hyper-dense megacity of 22 million, where Mughal-era mosques sit next to glass office towers, and rickshaws outnumber cars. Culturally, it’s a hub of Bengali literature, film, and a thriving street-food scene that runs from dawn past midnight.
Best Time to Visit
Full Dhaka guide →Best months
November to February — dry, cool (20-25°C), and the least punishing for walking. Visibility is decent, and festivals like Pohela Boishakh (mid-April) are over.
Peak / festival surge
January sees a short-term peak for foreign tourists and diaspora returnees escaping winter elsewhere. March and April are also busy with weddings and conferences. Hotel prices can double in January. The main driver is the comfortable weather and three-day weekends around Language Martyrs’ Day (21 Feb) and Independence Day (26 Mar).
Budget shoulder season
October and mid-November are the budget sweet spot: the monsoon has just ended, humidity drops, and crowds are thin. You’ll find 20-30% discounts at this 3-star hotel.
Weather & packing
July is deep monsoon — expect daily torrential downpours and 80%+ humidity. Pack a waterproof phone pouch and quick-dry sandals; cotton jeans will stay wet for hours.
Live City Briefing — Dhaka
- Dhaka’s metro rail line 6 now runs from Uttara to Motijheel, cutting cross-city travel time to about 40 minutes — buy a pass at the station to avoid endless cash queues.
- The Old Dhaka riverfront area around Sadarghat is partially closed for embankment repairs until late 2026; access by rickshaw from the south side is still possible, but expect foot-clogged detours.
- Monsoon flooding has already caused localised power cuts in central wards this July; pack a USB power bank and confirm the hotel has a backup generator (the Student Building does).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Student building, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors, rear-facing (away from main road). These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic disturbance while remaining within easy lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the front of the building. These are closest to the street and lift lobby, which means higher noise from traffic, arriving guests, and the ground-floor reception area.
Best views
The rear-facing rooms at floors 4–6 offer the best view: a quieter courtyard or adjacent buildings, with minimal road sightlines. Front-facing rooms at this Dhaka address will overlook a busy street with auto-rickshaws, buses, and continuous honking.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6. They sit above the main street noise but below the roof level where service equipment might be located.
🔊 Noise notes
Dhaka’s streets are notoriously loud 6am–11pm, with constant traffic and horns. The hotel is on a main road, so front-facing rooms are noisy. Nightlife noise is limited, but early-morning market activity can start from 5am. The lift may cause dinging sounds on floors near lobby.
Insider tips
1) If you have a choice, book a rear-facing room when you check in – politely ask the front desk for one away from the street. 2) Bring earplugs or a white noise app; even up high, Dhaka’s ambient sound can seep through. The lift is reliable, so don’t worry about stairs for floors 4–6.
- 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 — Student building
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); no paid upgrade; single-device login per room
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Physical English-language newspaper (Daily Star) at breakfast counter only; no digital newsstand; building has concrete exterior with student-favoured paint murals
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 free; late check-out until 18:00 costs 1,500 BDT (subject to availability)
Free secure storage at front desk during same-day stays; no long-term storage offered
Step-free ramp at main entrance to ground floor; lift is narrow (door width 70 cm) — wheelchair users may struggle; no accessible bathroom or grab rails in rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Shahbagh Car Park (200 metres, 500 BDT overnight); EV charging not available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10% VAT + 5% service charge on room rate (not optional), roughly 600 BDT per night for a standard room
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit due at booking; incidental hold of 2,000 BDT on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Kolwalapara Central Masjid, Mosque (45 m · ~1 min walk)
- Mosque: Muktobangla Shopping Complex Jame Masjid, Mosque (132 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: An Noori Jame Masjid (259 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Meghna Bhaban Jame Masjid, Mosque (342 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mirpur Shishu Park — 795 m · ~10 min walk
Bangladesh Currency Museum — 985 m · ~12 min walk
Bangla College Yout Acting Theatre — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
aloron play ground — 594 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Shadhona Owshadholoi — 135 m · ~2 min walk
Prince Plaza — 42 m · ~1 min walk
মিরপুর ১০ — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use licensed money changers in Gulshan or Banani; avoid airport counters and hotel bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard are common in malls and mid-range restaurants; cash is king for street vendors, rickshaws, and small shops. Contactless is rare.
No strict rule; round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants. Hotel staff appreciate 50-100 BDT for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee at a local tea stall (cha) is about 10-20 BDT; filter coffee at a cafe is 100-200 BDT.
A thali or dal-bhat at a local eatery sets you back 100-200 BDT.
A biryani or kebab plate at a casual place runs 150-300 BDT for a main.
Head to Old Dhaka near Chawk Bazar or Shakhari Bazaar for phuchka, jhal muri, and kebab stands; stalls start from 20 BDT.
Agora, Meena Bazar, and Shwapno are widespread budget supermarket chains in Dhaka.
New Market and Gausia Market in the city centre offer affordable cotton garments and local brands; bargaining expected.
Rickshaw rides are 30-100 BDT for short hops; the cheapest airport route is a CNG auto-rickshaw (about 500-700 BDT) or a bus (30-50 BDT) to Shahbagh.
Always haggle at markets and with rickshaw drivers; eat at local dhabas rather than tourist cafes; use CNG autos instead of ride-hail apps during peak hours.
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 Student building
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Shadhona Owshadholoi — 135 m · ~2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Student building?
Request a room on the 4th to 6th floors, rear-facing (away from main road). These floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to reduce foot traffic disturbance while remaining within easy lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Student building?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the front of the building. These are closest to the street and lift lobby, which means higher noise from traffic, arriving guests, and the ground-floor reception area.
Is Student building noisy?
Dhaka’s streets are notoriously loud 6am–11pm, with constant traffic and horns. The hotel is on a main road, so front-facing rooms are noisy. Nightlife noise is limited, but early-morning market activity can start from 5am. The lift may cause dinging sounds on floors near lobby.
Which rooms have the best views at Student building?
The rear-facing rooms at floors 4–6 offer the best view: a quieter courtyard or adjacent buildings, with minimal road sightlines. Front-facing rooms at this Dhaka address will overlook a busy street with auto-rickshaws, buses, and continuous honking.
What are insider tips for staying at Student building?
1) If you have a choice, book a rear-facing room when you check in – politely ask the front desk for one away from the street. 2) Bring earplugs or a white noise app; even up high, Dhaka’s ambient sound can seep through. The lift is reliable, so don’t worry about stairs for floors 4–6.
What time is check-in at Student building?
Check-in at Student building is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Student building have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); no paid upgrade; single-device login per room
Is there a city or tourist tax at Student building?
10% VAT + 5% service charge on room rate (not optional), roughly 600 BDT per night for a standard room
Where can I eat cheaply near Student building?
A thali or dal-bhat at a local eatery sets you back 100-200 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Student building?
Rickshaw rides are 30-100 BDT for short hops; the cheapest airport route is a CNG auto-rickshaw (about 500-700 BDT) or a bus (30-50 BDT) to Shahbagh.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February — dry, cool (20-25°C), and the least punishing for walking. Visibility is decent, and festivals like Pohela Boishakh (mid-April) are over.
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.