What's it like in Old Dhaka?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Dhaka's Old Dhaka neighbourhood. Are you looking for Old Dhaka travel tips? Make sure that you visit New Market and Lalbagh Fort while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Old Dhaka area?

When you want to find places to stay in Dhaka, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Dhaka.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Dhaka, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Old Dhaka.

What can I see and do in this Dhaka neighbourhood?

Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil and Hoseni Dalan are notable landmarks to see while you're in Old Dhaka. You could also plan a visit to New Market or Liberation War Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Old Dhaka include Shaheed Minar, Curzon Hall and Old High Court Building. Suhrawardi Park and Suhrawardy Udyan are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Dhaka.

Old Dhaka Hotels: Cheap Accommodation in Old Dhaka

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Our top choices for Old Dhaka hotels

A hotel with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies and large windows.

1. Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka

2.9 km from Old Dhaka

Rakib

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A lush indoor garden with a checkered floor, bamboo ceiling, and hanging lights.

2. Hotel Grand Circle Inn

3.4 km from Old Dhaka

Sharmin

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with sofas, and a patterned wall design.

3. Hotel The Grand Hyatt Dhaka

1.9 km from Old Dhaka

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass elevator, and a potted plant.

4. Sky City Hotel Dhaka

3.1 km from Old Dhaka

Sofwan

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a long table with chairs, a large window with a view, and hanging lights.

5. Empyrean Hotel

5.5 km from Old Dhaka

Md Shahriar

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL ORNATE."

6. Hotel Ornate

2.3 km from Old Dhaka

Moin

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A rooftop swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating.

7. FARS Hotel & Resorts

2 km from Old Dhaka

Mohammad

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a brick wall.

8. Sel Nibash Hotel & Serviced Apartments

2.7 km from Old Dhaka

Emdadul

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

9. Grand Palace Hotel & Resorts Dhaka

2.5 km from Old Dhaka

Takeshi

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hallway with glass doors on the left, a tiled floor with black lines, and a plain wall on the right.

10. Hotel Marina International Ltd

2.3 km from Old Dhaka

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent Asia Resort sign, featuring a curved facade and large glass windows.

11. Asia Hotel & Resorts

1.8 km from Old Dhaka

Debashish

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, glass partitions, hanging plants, and pendant lighting.

12. Hotel Nandini

3.6 km from Old Dhaka

Md Saiful

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and blue upholstered chairs with yellow pillows.

13. Hotel The Capital

2.7 km from Old Dhaka

frank

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, clocks, and a large chandelier.

14. Hotel 71

2.3 km from Old Dhaka

Abdullah

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, two mustard-colored armchairs, a chandelier, and a glass wall with a view of the city.

15. Studio23

3.7 km from Old Dhaka

Marek

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

16. Blossom Hotel Dhaka

8.9 km from Old Dhaka

Azaz

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Hotel Razmoni Isha Kha International

2.3 km from Old Dhaka

Iouri

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A hotel entrance with a stone water feature, potted plants, and a sign for 'Shinsekiku Suites'.

18. Shinepukur Suites

Gulshan, 6.2 km from Old Dhaka

Faizun

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hallway with patterned walls, a tiled floor, and a door with a geometric design.

19. Amar Bari Guest House

3.5 km from Old Dhaka

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a piano, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

20. Hotel Royal Bengal Dhaka

3.1 km from Old Dhaka

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Old Dhaka

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grand Circle Inn	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Hotel The Grand Hyatt Dhaka	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews	View
Grand Palace Hotel & Resorts Dhaka	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews	View
Sky City Hotel Dhaka	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 125 reviews	View
Hotel Nandini	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Old Dhaka

Find the best Old Dhaka areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A densely populated urban area with a river running through it.

Gulshan

You'll enjoy the lake views and zoo in Gulshan. You might want to make time for a stop at Gulshan Circle 1 or Hatir Jheel.

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A densely packed urban skyline with a variety of building styles, including modern high-rises and older, lower-rise structures.

Uttara

Discover Uttara, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Uttara include Update Tower and Aarong Flagship Outlet, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Uttara North Station.

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A pedestrian bridge with a metal framework and wooden walkway, overlooking a river and dense greenery.

Dhanmondi

While Dhanmondi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bashundhara City Mall and New Market.

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A cityscape with a mix of high-rise buildings and mid-rise structures, including a construction site with a crane.

Banani

Visitors to Banani enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Bangladesh Navy Headquarter is worth a stop.

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A brightly lit bridge with a reflective water surface at night.

Basundhara Residential Area

While Basundhara Residential Area may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jamuna Future Park and Bangladesh Army Stadium.

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