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Accommodation Scams in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Dhaka — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Kandy, Mumbai, and Amritsar.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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Total in Dhaka
How it works
Budget guesthouses in the Purana Paltan and Motijheel areas advertise amenities — air conditioning, hot water, Wi-Fi — that are either non-functional or absent on arrival. Photos on booking platforms show the best room in the property while standard rooms are significantly worse.
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8 total warnings across all categories