Your stay — Casa La El
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The Property — Casa La El
Casa La El is a straightforward three-star hotel on Leonard Wood Road, a few minutes' walk from Burnham Park. The lobby feels like a clean, slightly dated provincial lodge: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a staircase that creaks under foot. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a central base for exploring Baguio's cool streets without fuss or frills.
Chronicles of Baguio
Baguio was established in 1900 by the American colonial government as a hill station escape from Manila's heat. Architect Daniel Burnham designed its core, with wide avenues and a park system that remains today. The city grew around the Ibaloi indigenous settlement of Kafagway, and its pine-clad ridges earned it the nickname 'Summer Capital of the Philippines.' Contemporary Baguio balances a thriving student population, tourist markets, and a bursting arts scene centred on Session Road.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baguio guide →Best months
March to May: driest months with clear skies and daytime highs around 22-24°C, though crowds start thickening by late March. December to February: coolest at 10-15°C, but expect occasional drizzle and heavier tourist numbers over Christmas and Panagbenga.
Peak / festival surge
February is peak, driven by Panagbenga (Baguio Flower Festival) with parades, street dancing, and floral floats. Hotel prices jump 30-50% across the city. December and January also spike due to holiday travel and colder weather.
Budget shoulder season
June and July offer good rates, lighter crowds, and temperatures around 18-22°C. You'll get afternoon showers but cheaper rooms and shorter queues at popular spots like Mines View Park.
Weather & packing
Baguio sits at 1,500m so it stays 8-12°C cooler than Manila year-round; afternoon thunderstorms are common from June to October. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers even in July.
Live City Briefing — Baguio
- The Baguio Tourism Office reinstated the 'Eco-Tour' booking system for Session Road and Burnham Park access; visitors should register online to avoid queues.
- A new bypass road from Camp 7 to Marcos Highway opened in 2025, cutting travel time from Manila by about 30 minutes.
- The city council extended the weekday traffic ban on large tourist vans along Session Road until 2027; use jeepneys or taxis within the central area.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa La El, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road (if available). Higher floors reduce street noise and offer better ventilation in Baguio’s cool climate.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor) due to potential street noise from the Baguio address and proximity to the lobby/front desk. Also skip rooms directly above the service entrance or lift shaft.
Best views
Ask for a room on the 4th floor with a city/mountain view (Baguio’s hilly terrain often provides glimpses of surrounding pine trees or distant slopes). Street-facing rooms may have a plain view of the road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quieter, especially if oriented away from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Baguio’s main roads can carry traffic noise, especially during peak hours (morning and early evening). The hotel’s central location means nearby jeepneys and delivery vans may add sporadic rumble.
Insider tips
1. Check with reception about back-facing rooms (away from the road) — they’re often quieter and cooler. 2. If you arrive by car, ask about free or discounted parking spots nearby, as 3-star hotels in Baguio sometimes have limited off-street parking.
- 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 — Casa La El
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no login required. A premium upgrade (50 Mbps) costs PHP 200 per day.
One elevator serving all 5 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers. Free digital news via PressReader on lobby tablet only.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop available from 08:00. Late check-out until 17:00 costs PHP 1,000, subject to availability.
Complimentary luggage storage in the lobby area during stay hours; overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free entry via ramp at side entrance (ask staff to unlock). No accessible rooms; toilet doors standard width. Limited wheelchair access to restaurant due to small step.
On-site pay parking: PHP 200 per night (first-come, first-served, 20 slots). Nearest public car park: SM City Baguio parking (0.3 km away, PHP 40 first hour, then PHP 25 per hour, flat PHP 300 overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: PHP 100 per room per night tourist fee collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 100% of first night due via bank transfer or card to guarantee; PHP 2,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Holy Family Catholic Church (375 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Northern Sanctuary Metropolitan Community Church (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Lighthouse Baptist Bible Church (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: San Vicente Episcopal Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Petersville Field — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Museo Kordilyera — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BDO — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Farmacia ni Dok — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Daipan Store — 365 m · ~5 min walk
Victory Liner Terminal — 2.8 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs or bank tellers for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux which give poor rates.
Cards accepted in most malls, hotels, and sit-down restaurants; cash needed for markets, street stalls, and jeepneys.
Not expected but appreciated – round up the fare in taxis, leave 10% in restaurants if service charge not included, and tip hotel porters 20–50 PHP.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side brewed coffee or instant from a corner store – around 25–40 PHP.
Karinderia or carinderia rice-and-viand meal – about 60–100 PHP.
Simple restaurant main like pancit or adobo with rice – 120–180 PHP.
Burnham Park area and Session Road have barbecue skewers, fish balls, and isaw for 10–25 PHP each.
SM Supermarket and Puregold are common budget chains in Baguio.
Ukay-ukay (thrift) shops around Session Road and Hilltop offer very cheap second-hand clothing.
Jeepneys cost 9–12 PHP per ride; from the airport (Loakan) take a jeep to town for around 10 PHP or a shared van for 20–30 PHP.
Eat at carinderias or buy from the public market for fresh produce and cooked meals.Use jeepneys instead of taxis for short trips.Skip tourist-heavy spots during peak season; visit on weekdays for lower prices and fewer crowds.
Emergency Contacts
BaguioTourist hotline: (074) 619-4593. For general emergencies, dial 911 from any mobile.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Baguio, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa La El
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BDO — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia ni Dok — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Baguio City Bus Drop-off or Lourdes Proper → Lapid Transient House (near Lourdes Grotto)
💡 Take jeepney with 'Lourdes' sign from city center (Session Rd). Trike drivers may quote inflated fare — agree PHP 30 max per person.
Clark Airport → Lapid Transient House front door
💡 Use 'Baguio Airport Van' page on Facebook or ask your host. Shared vans cheaper (PHP 800/pax) but less reliable timing.
Clark International Airport (CRK) → Lapid Transient House, Baguio
💡 Book a yellow taxi inside the arrivals bay or use Grab app — avoid touts. Ask driver to take TPLEX expressway for smoother ride.
Clark Airport bus terminal (free shuttle from terminal) → Baguio City (Gov Pack Rd/Jeep drop-off near Lapid)
💡 Buy ticket at booth inside Clark — no advance booking. From Baguio terminus, take a short trike to Lapid Transient House (~PHP 50).
About Baguio
Wikipedia ↗
Baguio (UK: BAG-ee-oh, US: BAH-ghee-oh, -OH, Tagalog: [ˈbaɡjo]), officially the City of Baguio (Ibaloi: Siudad ne Bagiw; Ilocano: Siudad ti Baguio; Tagalog: Lungsod ng Baguio), is a highly urbanized city in the Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa La El?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road (if available). Higher floors reduce street noise and offer better ventilation in Baguio’s cool climate.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa La El?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor) due to potential street noise from the Baguio address and proximity to the lobby/front desk. Also skip rooms directly above the service entrance or lift shaft.
Is Casa La El noisy?
Baguio’s main roads can carry traffic noise, especially during peak hours (morning and early evening). The hotel’s central location means nearby jeepneys and delivery vans may add sporadic rumble.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa La El?
Ask for a room on the 4th floor with a city/mountain view (Baguio’s hilly terrain often provides glimpses of surrounding pine trees or distant slopes). Street-facing rooms may have a plain view of the road.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa La El?
1. Check with reception about back-facing rooms (away from the road) — they’re often quieter and cooler. 2. If you arrive by car, ask about free or discounted parking spots nearby, as 3-star hotels in Baguio sometimes have limited off-street parking.
What time is check-in at Casa La El?
Check-in at Casa La El is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa La El have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; no login required. A premium upgrade (50 Mbps) costs PHP 200 per day.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa La El?
PHP 100 per room per night tourist fee collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa La El?
Karinderia or carinderia rice-and-viand meal – about 60–100 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa La El?
Jeepneys cost 9–12 PHP per ride; from the airport (Loakan) take a jeep to town for around 10 PHP or a shared van for 20–30 PHP.
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
March to May: driest months with clear skies and daytime highs around 22-24°C, though crowds start thickening by late March. December to February: coolest at 10-15°C, but expect occasional drizzle and heavier tourist numbers over Christmas and Panagbenga.
Top Attractions in Baguio
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning for the 9am mass—the choir is excellent. The small museum inside is free but ask the caretaker to unlock it.
💡 Go early on weekdays to avoid crowds. Boat rentals are cheapest before 9am. Bring your own snacks—vendors around the lake charge double.
💡 Come with cash in small denominations. The best food stalls are near the Session Road end—try the bibingka (rice cake) and fish balls. Arrive by 10pm for the newest stock.
💡 Skip the overpriced horse rides. The best photo spot is the stone staircase to the left of the main viewing deck. Come before 10am to avoid fog.
💡 The café has great views of the garden and a decent brewed coffee. Check their Facebook page for occasional free-entry Sundays.