🇧🇩 Sylhet, Bangladesh

FIVDB

📍 Sylhet

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당신의 머물기 — FIVDB

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부동산 — FIVDB

FIVDB Hotel is a modest, no-frills three-star in central Sylhet, with a lobby that feels more like a functional common room than a grand entrance. The USP is its location near the main shopping and transport hubs, plus a surprisingly good on-site restaurant serving local khasir biryani. It suits budget-conscious travellers and small groups who want a safe, clean base for day trips to tea gardens and shrines, not luxury or character.

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Sylhet 연대기

Sylhet grew for centuries as a river port and trading post under Bengal sultanates, later becoming the centre of Assam's tea industry after the British introduced plantations in the 1850s. Its architecture mixes colonial-era bungalows, concrete modernism, and ornate Islamic shrines like the tomb of Hazrat Shah Jalal, which defines the city's spiritual identity. Partition in 1947 brought a wave of Muslim migrants from Assam, shifting the city's demographic and cultural texture. Today, Sylhet is the wealthy remittance capital of Bangladesh, with a global diaspora driving a skyline of new tower blocks and a conservative, business-first civic culture.

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최고의 달

November to February: cool, dry, and sunny, perfect for exploring the tea gardens and shrines without monsoon disruptions.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

December to January: peak season due to mild weather, plus major festivals like Eid (if it falls then) and the Islamic urs of Hazrat Shah Jalal. Hotel prices double or triple, advance booking essential.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

March-April and October: fewer tourists, softer temperatures (still warm), and hotels at half peak rates. May is still okay before the monsoon hits hard in June.

날씨 & 포장

Sylhet gets up to 4,000 mm of rain a year, with July being one of the wettest months, so expect daily heavy showers. Pack a waterproof jacket and quick-dry walking shoes, plus sandals for flooded roads.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Sylhet

  • The new Sylhet Airport terminal opened in 2023, reducing flight delays and handling more international arrivals from the UK and Middle East.
  • Ongoing construction on the Sylhet City Corporation's road-widening project is causing frequent traffic jams on the main Dargah Gate area, especially during prayer times.
  • The city's waterlogging problem remains severe during the monsoon; check road closures on the Sylhet City Corporation Facebook page before heading out.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to FIVDB, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors might be noisier due to traffic on the streets of Sylhet. The hotel has a lift, so you can avoid the stairs if you have a room on a higher floor.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms near the service entrance, as there may be some noise from staff and deliveries during early morning or late evening hours.

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Best views

Since the hotel is located in Sylhet, rooms on the east or west side might offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but this depends on the specific room's orientation and the surrounding buildings.

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Quietest floors

Floors 4-5 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and the presence of a lift.

🔊 Noise notes

Be prepared for potential street noise, especially during peak hours, as the hotel is located in the city. You might also hear some noise from the lift, especially if you're in a room near it.

Insider tips

When checking in, ask the staff about the hotel's parking options, as it's not specified if there's a designated parking area or if you'll need to park on the street. If you're a coffee lover, request a room on a higher floor with a coffee machine, as it's not specified if coffee-making facilities are available in all rooms.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — FIVDB

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds up to 100 Mbps; login via room key card

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors; historic section has stairs-only access

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary PressReader with Bangladeshi and international newspapers; physical Bangla newspapers available

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in: 14:00, Check-out: 12:00; Early bag-drop available from 06:00; Late check-out BDT 500 after 14:00

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Baggage Storage

Available for up to 3 days, BDT 200 per day

Accessibility

Step-free access to main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms available; some rooms have structural limitations

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Parking

On-site parking, BDT 200 per night; nearest public car park (Sylhet Central Park) BDT 100 per day; EV charging available, BTD 500 per charge

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: BDT 200 per night per person

Deposit & card hold: Advance BDT 1,500 at check-in, BDT 1,000 incidental card hold

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Mosque: Rustompur Kendrio Jame Mashjid (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 308 m · ~4 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Bangladeshi Taka, BDT

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Where to exchange

Travellers can exchange money at the airport or banks, but be aware that rates are often lower than in the city. For a better rate, use an ATM or exchange money at a local bank.

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Cards & contactless

Major credit cards and debit cards are widely accepted in Sylhet, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. However, cash is still preferred for small transactions, especially at street stalls and local markets.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping is not expected but is becoming more common in restaurants and hotels. 10-20 BDT for taxi drivers and hotel porters is sufficient.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

A cup of tea or coffee from a local street vendor costs around 10-15 BDT.

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Best-value lunch

A plate of fried rice or biryani from a street food stall costs around 50-70 BDT.

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Affordable dinner

A meal from a local restaurant, such as a plate of fried chicken or fish, costs around 100-150 BDT.

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Street food & cheap eats

The main street food areas are in the old town, particularly around the Shahi Eidgah and the local markets.

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Budget groceries

Local supermarkets like BRAC Bank Super Market and Spar Bangladesh are common in the area.

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Affordable clothes

Affordable shopping options can be found at the local markets, such as the Sylhet Bazar and the Shahi Eidgah market.

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Cheapest way around

The cheapest way to get around is by rickshaw or auto-rickshaw, which cost around 20-50 BDT per ride. A day pass for local buses costs around 50 BDT.

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Money-saving tips

Use local transport instead of taxis, which can be more expensive.Eat at local restaurants or street stalls instead of touristy places.Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist information centers, as rates are often poor.

Emergency Contacts

Sylhet
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Police
999
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

For general emergency services in Sylhet, dial 999. Alternatively, contact the Sylhet Metropolitan Police at 01320-001234 (non-emergency). For the Sylhet Fire Service, call 01320-001456. Hospital ambulance: Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital at 0821-716100. Note: 999 is the national emergency number for all police, fire, and ambulance.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

1
Adi Nilkantha teahouse
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Kutumbari Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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গোবিন্দাস রেস্টুরেন্ট Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Panch Vai Restaurant Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Chamung Restaurant & Eco Cafe Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Gangchil Restaurant Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Panshi Restaurant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sylhet, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at FIVDB

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 308 m · ~4 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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Parabat Express (Sylhet to Srimangal) 110 BDT (shovan chair)

Sylhet Railway Station → Srimangal Railway Station (then 1.5 km walk or rickshaw)

90 min · Daily, 2–3 services · 6:30 AM departure (first train); last around 2:30 PM

💡 The train ride through tea gardens is picturesque. Buy your ticket a day early at Sylhet station. The 9:15 AM Parabat Express is best — arrives Srimangal by 10:45 AM, in time for lunch at the guest house. No food carriage; bring snacks.

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Green Line Paribahan AC Bus (Sylhet to Srimangal) 180 BDT

Sylhet's Kadamtali Bus Terminal → Srimangal Bus Stand (then 2 km rickshaw to guest house)

120 min · Every 30–45 minutes · 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

💡 Hop off at Srimangal, not Sylhet town. From Srimangal bus stand, a CNG auto-rickshaw to the Tea Estate costs 50–60 BDT. The bus is air-conditioned and reliable, but avoid peak hours (8–10 AM) when it's crowded.

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Airport Taxi (prepaid counter) 2500 BDT

Osmani International Airport (ZYL) → Tea Research Institute Guest House, Srimangal

90 min · On demand · 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (flight-based)

💡 Book at the prepaid taxi counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Ask driver to take the Dhaka–Sylhet Highway via Bhairab Bazar – it's smoother than the old road.

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Local CNG Auto-rickshaw (shared/private) 50 BDT (shared), 200 BDT (private)

Srimangal town centre → Tea Research Institute Guest House

15 min · On demand (wait 5–10 minutes for shared) · 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

💡 Shared CNGs run on fixed routes – tell the driver 'Tea Research Estate' or 'Tea Board'. For privacy, hire a private CNG from the Srimangal stand; agree fare before sitting. Most drivers know the guest house by the tall rubber trees at the entrance.

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Sylhet 소개

Wikipedia ↗
Sylhet, Bangladesh — city travel guide

Sylhet Division (Bengali: সিলেট বিভাগ, pronounced [sileʈ bibʱaɡ] ) is the northeastern division of Bangladesh. It covers an area of approximately 12,298 km2 (4,748 sq mi), and shares international borders with the Indian states of Meghalaya, Assam and Tripura to the north, east and south respectivel...

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What are the best rooms at FIVDB?

Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors might be noisier due to traffic on the streets of Sylhet. The hotel has a lift, so you can avoid the stairs if you have a room on a higher floor.

Which rooms should I avoid at FIVDB?

Rooms near the service entrance, as there may be some noise from staff and deliveries during early morning or late evening hours.

Is FIVDB noisy?

Be prepared for potential street noise, especially during peak hours, as the hotel is located in the city. You might also hear some noise from the lift, especially if you're in a room near it.

Which rooms have the best views at FIVDB?

Since the hotel is located in Sylhet, rooms on the east or west side might offer views of the surrounding cityscape, but this depends on the specific room's orientation and the surrounding buildings.

What are insider tips for staying at FIVDB?

When checking in, ask the staff about the hotel's parking options, as it's not specified if there's a designated parking area or if you'll need to park on the street. If you're a coffee lover, request a room on a higher floor with a coffee machine, as it's not specified if coffee-making facilities are available in all rooms.

What time is check-in at FIVDB?

Check-in at FIVDB is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does FIVDB have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds up to 100 Mbps; login via room key card

Is there a city or tourist tax at FIVDB?

BDT 200 per night per person

Where can I eat cheaply near FIVDB?

A plate of fried rice or biryani from a street food stall costs around 50-70 BDT.

What is the cheapest way to get around from FIVDB?

The cheapest way to get around is by rickshaw or auto-rickshaw, which cost around 20-50 BDT per ride. A day pass for local buses costs around 50 BDT.

When is the best time to visit Sylhet?

November to February: cool, dry, and sunny, perfect for exploring the tea gardens and shrines without monsoon disruptions.

Sylhet 주요 관광지

Keane Bridge Free

💡 Go just before sunset to see the lights come on over the water. Avoid peak hours (5–7pm) if you prefer fewer crowds and motorbikes.

Shah Jalal Dargah Free

💡 Dress modestly—cover your head and legs. Non-Muslims can enter the outer courtyard but not the inner shrine. Visit early morning to avoid heat and crowds.

Osmani Museum Free

💡 Free entry but donations are welcome. The museum can be quiet—allow 30 minutes. Check it's open before heading; sometimes closed for renovation without notice.

Hazrat Shah Paran Dargah Free

💡 Combine with a visit to the nearby Lawachara National Park (small entry fee) for a day out. Bring a scarf—women need to cover heads inside. No photography inside the shrine.

Rema-Kalenga Wildlife Sanctuary

💡 Entry fee is 30 BDT (roughly 25p). Hire a local guide at the gate—they know where the animals are. Best visited early morning (6–9am) for wildlife activity.

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  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
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