ALQAIM boys hostel

Overview

Rent starting at just PKR 5,000 a month is what first draws attention to ALQAIM boys hostel, and for students in Bhakkar working to a tight budget that figure does a lot of the talking. The upper end ... read more

Rent starting at just PKR 5,000 a month is what first draws attention to ALQAIM boys hostel, and for students in Bhakkar working to a tight budget that figure does a lot of the talking. The upper end runs to PKR 8,750, so there's room to pick a bed that suits your pocket. Tucked into Nazeer Town near Masjid Al Masoneen, the hostel is aimed squarely at young men who need a dependable base close to their studies rather than anything elaborate. Beds and mattresses are supplied, and each spot comes with a study table, with a shared study area on hand for the evenings when the room feels too small for exams looming. CCTV keeps an eye on the premises, a reassurance parents tend to appreciate when a son is living away from home for the first time. Wi-Fi covers the property for coursework and staying in touch. There's nothing showy here, and that honesty is part of the appeal: a straightforward, affordable monthly berth for residents who'd rather spend their money on books than on rent.