Your stay — New Mohammad
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Taiwanese Temple (47 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chinese Temple (62 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Chinese Monastery (78 m · ~1 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Kadam stupa (119 m · ~1 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Jaiprakash Park — 290 m · ~4 min walk
Archaeological Museum — 234 m · ~3 min walk
Gautam Nagar playground — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Axis — 125 m · ~2 min walk
Magadh General Store — 232 m · ~3 min walk
DO NOT BOOK THE BUS TO VARANASI, TAKE THE TRAIN — 249 m · ~3 min walk
Good to know — Gaya
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.55 · INR
Emergency Contacts
GayaDial 112 from any mobile for all emergencies in Bihar, including Gaya. For tourists, call the Bihar Tourism helpline at 1800-345-5566 (toll-free) or the Gaya district control room at +91-631-222-0403.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gaya, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at New Mohammad
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Axis — 125 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Gaya Junction Railway Station → Falgu River Ghat / Bodhgaya Road
💡 Not ideal for reaching Hotel Lucky directly — but useful for quick trips to Bodhgaya. Check the train number at platform inquiry; locals rarely use this route so space is easier.
Gaya Airport Bus Stop (outside terminal) → Gaya Junction Railway Station
💡 Buses are crowded and stop frequently — only worth it if you’re on a tight budget. Get off at Mor Har (main intersection) and walk 10 mins to Hotel Lucky, or take an auto for ₹30.
Hotel Lucky (Gaya City Centre) → Vishnupad Temple / Local Markets
💡 Agree on fare before getting in — ₹50 for up to 2km, ₹100 for 5km. Share autos (with 2–3 others) cut cost to ₹15 per person but are slower. Keep small change handy; drivers rarely have change for ₹500 notes.
Gaya Airport (GAY) → Hotel Lucky, Gaya City Centre
💡 Use the prepaid taxi counter inside the arrivals hall — avoids haggling. If arriving late, book via Ola or Uber in advance; local drivers often ask double after dark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at New Mohammad?
Check-in at New Mohammad is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Gaya
💡 Climb the northern path (shorter, 20 minutes) instead of the main staircase. Offer a coin at the small Vishnupad shrine midway. Best visited late afternoon for sunset and cooler air.
💡 Arrive before 5:30 AM to see the morning prayers and avoid the crowds. Bring socks to remove shoes at the entrance; the stone paths get hot by midday.
💡 The best photos are from the rear platform around 6:00 AM when the light hits the leaves. Sit on the eastern side bench for a quiet moment.
💡 Take an auto-rickshaw from Gaya junction, around ₹300 round trip. The steep 1.5 km climb takes 30 minutes; carry water and go early to avoid heat. No entrance fee, but a ₹50 donation is customary for the caretaker.
💡 Entry is ₹10 for Indians and ₹100 for foreigners. The staff can show you the locked room with rare manuscripts if you ask politely. Closed on Mondays.