Hotel Purbani International

Hotel Purbani International is a long-established mid-range hotel at 1 Dilkusha Commercial Area, in the Motijheel commercial district of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Motijheel is the capital's traditional financial centre, home to many bank headquarters, corporate offices and government agencies, and the hotel is convenient for business at these institutions. It also sits on the fringe of Old Dhaka, which makes it a workable base for visitors who want to see the historic quarter, Sadarghat river terminal and older markets without staying in Gulshan. The area is busy and crowded during weekdays, with heavy traffic and street activity, but it quietens considerably in the evenings and on Fridays. Shahjalal International Airport is a long drive to the north, and transfers can take an hour or more at peak times. The hotel has a traditional, functional character, reflecting its long history in the district rather than a modern boutique style. Rooms are offered as Standard rooms, Deluxe rooms and suites, generally with air conditioning and wifi. Amenities include a restaurant and a business centre, and the surrounding Motijheel area has many small eateries and tea stalls serving Bangladeshi food at low prices. Service is practical and oriented to business travellers, domestic guests and visitors on official trips. Rates of roughly BDT 5,000 to 12,000 per night place the hotel in the mid-range, much cheaper than the international chains in Gulshan. The hotel suits travellers with business in Motijheel or those wanting to explore Old Dhaka, and it is less suited to visitors seeking pools, spas or a diplomatic-quarter setting. Guests should be prepared for a busier, more local atmosphere and should plan transport in advance, as taxis and ride-hailing can be slow in the district.