Your stay — Zen Apartment
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The Property — Zen Apartment
This is a compact self-catering apartment in a modern residential tower, not a traditional hotel lobby experience. You check in at a communal desk or via a lockbox. The vibe is efficient and practical, aimed at travellers who need a clean, private base near Metro Manila without the hotel price tag. It suits budget-conscious solo visitors or couples on a stopover who value convenience over frills.
Chronicles of Bacoor
Bacoor began as a 16th-century fishing village under Spanish rule, growing around the Zapote River. Its most famous event is the 1896 Battle of Zapote Bridge during the Philippine Revolution. Now a highly urbanised part of Cavite province, it functions as a commuter suburb of Manila, with rapid population growth since the 1990s. Contemporary Bacoor has a workaday identity: malls, subdivisions, and jeepneys dominate the streetscape.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bacoor guide →Best months
January to March: the coolest, driest months with clear skies and low humidity. Crowds are thin outside the Christmas-New Year period, making it easier to navigate local transport.
Peak / festival surge
December and Holy Week (March/April) see the heaviest domestic travel. Hotel rates in Bacoor can double as Manileños escape the city. No major festivals in Bacoor itself, but nearby Metro Manila events like the Black Nazarene procession (January) add to congestion.
Budget shoulder season
May to June offers cheaper rates as the wet season begins. Humidity climbs but showers tend to be short, and you’ll find lighter crowds than December or April.
Weather & packing
Bacoor’s climate is tropical monsoon: consistently hot and humid year-round, with a distinct wet season June–October. Pack only lightweight, breathable fabrics—no jeans or jackets—and always carry a compact umbrella, even during the ‘dry’ months.
Live City Briefing — Bacoor
- The Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) opened a new exit near Kawit in late 2025, reducing travel time from Bacoor to Alabang and Tagaytay by about 20 minutes.
- A new wet and dry market complex opened in Barangay Zapote in early 2026, replacing the old public market and offering a cleaner place to buy local produce and seafood.
- The local government recently enforced stricter parking rules on Aguinaldo Highway, so if renting a car, confirm the apartment has a dedicated bay—street parking is rare.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zen Apartment, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (5-8) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors (1-4) may be noisier due to the ground-floor entrance and possible street noise from Saint Joseph Street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1) due to potential street noise from Saint Joseph Street.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a notable view, as it is located in a residential area.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-8
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware of potential street noise from Saint Joseph Street, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
Be prepared for limited parking options, and consider using the public car park at SM City Bacoor for PHP 50 per hour, which is an 800m walk away. Take note that the hotel's Wi-Fi has a data cap of 50 Mbps, so be mindful of your internet usage if you have multiple devices connected.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Zen Apartment
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room, 50 Mbps download on fibre; login by room number and surname.
One lift serves all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers; free access to digital kiosk via lobby tablet (no PressReader).
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00; early bag drop available from 9:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs PHP 500, subject to availability.
Complimentary storage for same-day arrivals and departures; overnight storage not available.
Ground-floor entrance is step-free with a ramp; lifts are wheelchair-accessible. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms.
On-site open parking for 20 cars, PHP 150 per night; no valet or EV charging. Nearest public car park is at SM City Bacoor, PHP 50 per hour, 800m walk.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; PHP 1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Grace Gospel Church of Christ (TCM Church in Addas II) (169 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: SDA Church Addas II (170 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Our Lady of the Rosary (730 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Nuestra Seña del Rosario (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
WalterMart Bacoor — 581 m · ~7 min walk
Kalayaan Park — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Phase 9 Playground — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 365 m · ~5 min walk
Micromed Pharmacy — 566 m · ~7 min walk
Kat-ros Rice Center — 403 m · ~5 min walk
UV Express Terminal — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs at major banks like BDO or Metrobank for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at airports and malls as they offer poor rates and fees.
Credit and debit cards are accepted at most malls and chain restaurants, but smaller shops and street stalls are cash-only; contactless is limited.
No mandatory tipping; leave loose change (10-20 pesos) for good service at restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 20-50 pesos for luggage.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small brewed coffee from a local bakery or carinderia costs around PHP 30-50.
A rice-and-ulam (viand) combo at a carinderia or food court costs PHP 60-90.
A main dish like fried chicken or pork adobo with rice at a casual eatery runs PHP 80-120.
Along main roads and near the Bacoor Public Market, you'll find fish balls, isaw (grilled chicken intestines), and barbecue on sticks for PHP 5-15 each.
Savemore and Puregold are the most common budget supermarkets in the area.
The Bacoor Public Market and nearby tiangges (flea markets) sell affordable second-hand and basic apparel; Divisoria is a short jeepney/trike ride for even lower prices.
Jeepneys cost PHP 9-13 per ride within Bacoor; for airport transfer, take a UV Express van from SM Mall of Asia or PITX (Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange) for about PHP 80-150, then a trike to your exact spot.
Eat at carinderias (local eateries) for cheap, hearty meals; use jeepneys over trikes (which charge PHP 15-30 minimum); avoid buying water at convenience stores—buy 1L bottles at sari-sari stores for PHP 15-20.
Emergency Contacts
BacoorFor general emergency, dial 911 (nationwide) or contact Bacoor City Disaster Risk Reduction Office at 0917-625-7118.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bacoor, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Zen Apartment
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 365 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Micromed Pharmacy — 566 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) → Zen Apartment, Bacoor
💡 Use the Grab app to book a standard sedan—avoids haggling. If traffic is heavy, ask the driver to take the Coastal Road route rather than Aguinaldo Highway.
NAIA Terminal 1/2/3 → Bacoor Bayan Terminal
💡 UV vans can be cramped but they're faster than buses. From Bacoor Bayan, take a tricycle (PHP 30–50) directly to Zen Apartment—confirm the fare first.
NAIA via Pasay Rotunda → Bacoor, Zen Apartment
💡 From NAIA, take a jeepney to Taft Avenue (PHP 15), ride LRT-1 from EDSA Station to Baclaran Station (PHP 20), then take a jeepney along Aguinaldo Highway—ask to alight at the Zen Apartment landmark near Molino Road.
NAIA Terminal 3 Bus Terminal → Bacoor City Hall, then jeepney to Zen Apartment
💡 The P2P bus from NAIA T3 to PITX costs PHP 50. At PITX, take a bus marked 'Bacoor' to City Hall, then a jeepney heading towards Molino—tell the driver to drop you at the Zen Apartment corner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Zen Apartment?
Request a room on the higher floors (5-8) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors (1-4) may be noisier due to the ground-floor entrance and possible street noise from Saint Joseph Street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Zen Apartment?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (1) due to potential street noise from Saint Joseph Street.
Is Zen Apartment noisy?
Be aware of potential street noise from Saint Joseph Street, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Zen Apartment?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address does not provide a notable view, as it is located in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Zen Apartment?
Be prepared for limited parking options, and consider using the public car park at SM City Bacoor for PHP 50 per hour, which is an 800m walk away. Take note that the hotel's Wi-Fi has a data cap of 50 Mbps, so be mindful of your internet usage if you have multiple devices connected.
What time is check-in at Zen Apartment?
Check-in at Zen Apartment is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zen Apartment have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room, 50 Mbps download on fibre; login by room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zen Apartment?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Zen Apartment?
A rice-and-ulam (viand) combo at a carinderia or food court costs PHP 60-90.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zen Apartment?
Jeepneys cost PHP 9-13 per ride within Bacoor; for airport transfer, take a UV Express van from SM Mall of Asia or PITX (Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange) for about PHP 80-150, then a trike to your exact spot.
When is the best time to visit Bacoor?
January to March: the coolest, driest months with clear skies and low humidity. Crowds are thin outside the Christmas-New Year period, making it easier to navigate local transport.
Top Attractions in Bacoor
💡 Go early (before 8 AM) for the freshest bangus (milkfish). Skip the tourist-oriented stalls near the entrance—head to the back alleys for cheaper prices. No admission fee.
💡 Visit late afternoon when the heat drops and locals gather to walk dogs or chat. No food stalls so bring your own drink.
💡 It's free but you need to sign in at the city hall first. Closed on Mondays. The volunteer guide is knowledgeable—ask about the Battle of Bacoor.
💡 Ask the caretaker nicely to unlock the bell tower stairs—no fee, but they appreciate a small donation. Go on a Sunday morning for the choir.
💡 Wear sandals you don't mind getting wet—the rocks are slippery. Best at sunrise for light and fewer people. No entry fee but parking near the bridge is tight.