A sua permanência — YMCA Training Centre
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A propriedade — YMCA Training Centre
A no-frills training centre run by the YMCA, tucked in the commercial district of Motijheel. The lobby smells of floor polish and serves as a quiet retreat from the honking traffic outside. Rooms are clean but dated, with functional furniture and reliable air conditioning. It suits budget-conscious travellers, NGO workers, and solo adventurers who value location over luxury.
Crónicas de Dhaka
Dhaka grew from a Mughal trading post in the 17th century, famed for muslin cloth, into a jute and textile hub under British rule. Independence in 1971 reshaped it as the capital of Bangladesh, and its architecture ranges from crumbling colonial buildings in Old Dhaka to glassy high-rises in Gulshan. Rickshaws outnumber cars, shaping a chaotic yet intimate urban flow. Today, the city pulses with a young population, thriving tech startups, and a food scene that blends Mughlai and Bengali traditions.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Dhaka →Melhores meses
November to February: dry, cool (18–25°C), and the main tourist season with clear skies and manageable humidity.
Peak / Festival Surge
Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year, 14 April) sees crowds in the streets and hotel prices up 20–30%. Eid-ul-Fitr (variable) also spikes demand for domestic travel. Expect full occupancy and higher rates.
Orçamento da temporada
Late February to March and October: temperatures moderate (25–30°C), fewer tourists, and discounts of 15–25% on standard room rates.
Tempo e embalagem
July is peak monsoon: heavy downpours and 90% humidity are daily. Pack a light rain jacket and a pair of waterproof sandals – umbrellas are useless against the sideways rain.
Livro City Briefing — Dhaka
- Metro rail line 6 now runs from Uttara to Motijheel, cutting travel time to the airport to under an hour; try it for a cheap, air-conditioned commute.
- The new Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport terminal 3 is due to open in late 2026, so expect ongoing construction noise but improved facilities soon.
- July monsoon means frequent waterlogging in low-lying areas; allow extra 30 minutes for any journey and carry a backup power bank in case of outages.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to YMCA Training Centre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (5th to 7th) facing the interior courtyard if available. These are furthest from street noise and the main lift bank, and get less footfall.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the street at the front. The training centre sees constant traffic from groups and deliveries, and lower floors pick up engine noise and chatter from the pavement.
Best views
No real panorama — side windows look onto adjoining apartment blocks or a narrow lane. The courtyard-facing side is preferable for a glimpse of greenery, but don't expect a cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 5, 6 and 7 (the top floor). The lift rarely stops above floor 4, and these levels are buffered from the lobby and training hall activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Dhaka’s daytime street noise is constant (rickshaw bells, auto-rickshaw engines, call to prayer from nearby mosques). The training centre’s own group activities (morning exercises, lectures) add indoor clatter until early evening.
Insider tips
Check in early afternoon: the front desk at 3-star YMCAs is relaxed but can take time during lunch rush (1–2pm). If you have a car, ask for a marked parking spot in the rear lot — the front curb fills by 8am.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — YMCA Training Centre
Free for up to 2 devices per room; moderate speed (approx. 10 Mbps down). Password provided at check-in; no login portal. No paid upgrade available.
A single lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections in the main building.
No digital newsstand. Complimentary physical copies of The Daily Star at reception (limited stack).
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 16:00 costs 1,200 BDT (subject to availability).
Free for same-day early arrivals; overnight storage costs 500 BDT per bag.
Step-free entrance via a ramp at the side door. Lift to all floors, but door widths are standard (may be narrow for some wheelchairs). No accessible bathrooms on upper floors.
Limited on-site parking (8 spaces) reserved for guests: free. Nearest public car park is 'Central Parking' on Kakrail Road, 1.2 km away, charging 300 BDT for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; holds 2,000 BDT for incidentals at check-in (cash or card imprint).
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Mosque: Radio Colony Jame Masjid রেডিও কলোনী জামে মসজিদ (232 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Abdur Rahman Waktia Masjid (409 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Dogarmura Jame Mosque (416 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: বাইতুল আমান জামে মাসজিদ (445 m · ~6 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Heronz : furnishing-decor-& more — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Bilash Cinema Hall Market বিলাস সিনেমা হল মার্কেট — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Boro math — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Eastern Bank PLC | ATM — 384 m · ~5 min walk
দিদার ফার্মেসী — 165 m · ~2 min walk
Shah Dewanbagi Store — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Prantik gare — 3.1 km · ~38 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Bangladeshi Taka, BDT
Use private money changers in Gulshan or Motijheel for better rates; avoid the airport and hotel desks where rates are poor.
Cards accepted in malls, hotels, and larger restaurants; smaller shops and street stalls are cash-only. Contactless is uncommon.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% in nicer restaurants, and give 50-100 BDT to hotel porters.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Local tea stalls sell cha for 10-20 BDT; coffee at a café is 100-150 BDT.
Thali or biryani from a small restaurant: 150-250 BDT.
Dal and rice with vegetable curry at a no-frills diner: 200-300 BDT for a main.
Old Dhaka’s Chawk Bazaar or New Market area offer cheap fuchka, jhalmuri, and kebabs from stalls.
Agora and Shwapno are the main budget supermarket chains in Dhaka.
New Market and Bashundhara City mall have affordable local and high-street clothing.
Rickshaw rides cost 30-100 BDT for short trips; CNG auto-rickshaws are 100-300 BDT. From the airport, take the airport bus (50 BDT) to city centre rather than a taxi.
Eat at local cha/dal-bhat stalls rather than restaurants; use rickshaws for short hops; haggle at markets but not in fixed-price shops.
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 YMCA Training Centre
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Eastern Bank PLC | ATM — 384 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · দিদার ফার্মেসী — 165 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at YMCA Training Centre?
Request a room on the upper floors (5th to 7th) facing the interior courtyard if available. These are furthest from street noise and the main lift bank, and get less footfall.
Which rooms should I avoid at YMCA Training Centre?
Rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the street at the front. The training centre sees constant traffic from groups and deliveries, and lower floors pick up engine noise and chatter from the pavement.
Is YMCA Training Centre noisy?
Dhaka’s daytime street noise is constant (rickshaw bells, auto-rickshaw engines, call to prayer from nearby mosques). The training centre’s own group activities (morning exercises, lectures) add indoor clatter until early evening.
Which rooms have the best views at YMCA Training Centre?
No real panorama — side windows look onto adjoining apartment blocks or a narrow lane. The courtyard-facing side is preferable for a glimpse of greenery, but don't expect a cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at YMCA Training Centre?
Check in early afternoon: the front desk at 3-star YMCAs is relaxed but can take time during lunch rush (1–2pm). If you have a car, ask for a marked parking spot in the rear lot — the front curb fills by 8am.
What time is check-in at YMCA Training Centre?
Check-in at YMCA Training Centre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does YMCA Training Centre have Wi-Fi?
Free for up to 2 devices per room; moderate speed (approx. 10 Mbps down). Password provided at check-in; no login portal. No paid upgrade available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at YMCA Training Centre?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near YMCA Training Centre?
Thali or biryani from a small restaurant: 150-250 BDT.
What is the cheapest way to get around from YMCA Training Centre?
Rickshaw rides cost 30-100 BDT for short trips; CNG auto-rickshaws are 100-300 BDT. From the airport, take the airport bus (50 BDT) to city centre rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February: dry, cool (18–25°C), and the main tourist season with clear skies and manageable humidity.
Principais atrações em 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.