Your stay — De Hagan Transient
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The Property — De Hagan Transient
De Hagan Transient is a no-fuss 3-star option on Gibraltar Street, a short walk from Burnham Park. The lobby feels like a functional pit-stop: tiled floors, a small reception desk with a TV on low volume, and guests coming and going with takeaway coffee. It suits budget travellers or groups who need a clean, central base without expecting resort frills.
Chronicles of Baguio
Baguio was established as a hill station by American colonial administrators in 1900, designed by architect Daniel Burnham as a planned city of parks and pine trees. Its cool climate and mountain setting made it the Philippines' ‘Summer Capital’, and American-era buildings like The Mansion and Session Road's early structures still define the central grid. Post-war, the city swelled with migrants from the Cordillera, and today its character is a mix of student energy, fruit stalls, and the massive, chaotic Baguio Public Market.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baguio guide →Best months
February and March: driest months with clear skies and cool mornings, and the Panagbenga flower festival crowds thin out after the first week.
Peak / festival surge
December, March (Panagbenga month), and Holy Week are peak. Panagbenga alone draws over a million visitors. Hotel prices double during these weeks, and traffic around Session Road grinds to a halt. The parade dates drive the rush.
Budget shoulder season
June to August is the budget shoulder: wet season discounts kick in, tourist numbers drop, and you can find rooms 30-40% cheaper than peak.
Weather & packing
Baguio’s climate is subtropical highland, meaning it’s rarely hot but often rainy — July 2026 will likely see daily afternoon downpours. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and closed-toe walking shoes with grip; you do not need an umbrella because the wind will turn it inside out.
Live City Briefing — Baguio
- The Baguio City Council has imposed a daily tourist cap of 30,000 during peak periods; check if it applies in mid-July, as they sometimes extend it during rainy season surges.
- Construction on the new Baguio City Transport Terminal is ongoing near the central business district, which may cause detours on Magsaysay Avenue until late 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to De Hagan Transient, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road (likely Session Road extension or Leonard Wood). This gets you above rooftop noise and away from street-level bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Ground- and first-floor rooms backing onto the service alley or lift lobby. These pick up kitchen clatter, staff chatter, and lift machinery hum. Also avoid any room directly above the hotel's karaoke bar (if present on site) — many Baguio 3-star hotels have one.
Best views
Ask for a room on the 6th floor with windows facing south-east. Baguio's pine tree line and partial mountain ridge are visible over the lower buildings on Session Road.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6. High enough to dodge street noise, below the roof if there's a function room or water tank.
🔊 Noise notes
Session Road runs right past this area — jeepney horns and karaoke bars spill noise until late. The hotel's own restaurant and any street-facing window room will hear motorcycle taxis from 6am. Also, the hotel's maintenance door (side wall) can bang from deliveries at dawn.
Insider tips
1. Park on the street overnight (free after 9pm) rather than using the hotel's cramped basement lot — it's tight for SUVs. 2. Call 24 hours ahead to request a 'top floor back side' room; they often honour written requests if you mention you're a light sleeper.
- 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 — De Hagan Transient
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) included for all guests; premium upgrade at PHP 150 per 24h (20 Mbps). Requires email and room number to log in.
One lift serves all 4 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper. Digital kiosk in lobby offers local news app access. The hotel occupies a converted 1960s apartment block, original concrete staircase remains in fire escape.
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (PHP 150 fee). Late check-out until 12:00 for PHP 500; after 12:00 charged half-day rate.
Available for same-day storage only, PHP 100 per bag. Out-of-hours storage must be arranged with front desk.
No step-free access — entrance has two steps. Lift is narrow (unable to fit standard wheelchair). No accessible bathrooms. The building has no ramps.
On-site parking for 10 cars, PHP 150 per night (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park is at SM Baguio (5-minute walk), PHP 200 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: PHP 200 per night per room (local tourism tax)
Deposit & card hold: PHP 1,000 advance deposit required to secure booking; PHP 2,000 incidental hold on credit/debit card at check-in or PHP 3,000 in cash
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Divine Mercy Parish Baguio (157 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Midtown Church of Christ (272 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: The Presbyterian Lord's Church (620 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Mahad Luzon Al-Islami Center, Inc. (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Maryknoll Ecological Sanctuary — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BDO — 641 m · ~8 min walk
RR Medica Pharmacy — 411 m · ~5 min walk
7-Eleven — 285 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Withdraw from ATMs of major banks like BDO or BPI for fair rates; avoid currency exchange booths in malls or tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Credit cards are accepted in large hotels, restaurants, and shops; cash is still king for markets, tricycles, and small eateries. Contactless is rare except in big chains.
Not obligatory but appreciated: round up the bill or leave 10% at restaurants; give taxi drivers 10-20 PHP extra; tip hotel porters 20-50 PHP per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Brewed coffee from a local carinderia or bakery is around 20-40 PHP.
A meal at a carinderia (rice + viand) costs 50-100 PHP.
An affordable dinner main at a local eatery runs 80-150 PHP.
Walk along Harrison Road or in the Public Market for grilled skewers, bibingka, and other street snacks costing 10-50 PHP each.
Budget supermarket chains in this area are Puregold and Savemore.
The Baguio Public Market and nearby Session Road have stalls selling affordable clothes, jackets, and souvenirs.
Jeepneys cost 10-15 PHP per ride within Baguio; from the airport (Loakan), take a jeepney or multi-cab to town center for about 20-30 PHP, or a taxi for around 200 PHP if luggage-heavy.
Eat at carinderias for filling meals under 100 PHP; buy water and snacks at local grocery stores rather than tourist-heavy spots; use jeepneys instead of taxis for short hops.
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 De Hagan Transient
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BDO — 641 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · RR Medica Pharmacy — 411 m · ~5 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 De Hagan Transient?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing away from the main road (likely Session Road extension or Leonard Wood). This gets you above rooftop noise and away from street-level bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at De Hagan Transient?
Ground- and first-floor rooms backing onto the service alley or lift lobby. These pick up kitchen clatter, staff chatter, and lift machinery hum. Also avoid any room directly above the hotel's karaoke bar (if present on site) — many Baguio 3-star hotels have one.
Is De Hagan Transient noisy?
Session Road runs right past this area — jeepney horns and karaoke bars spill noise until late. The hotel's own restaurant and any street-facing window room will hear motorcycle taxis from 6am. Also, the hotel's maintenance door (side wall) can bang from deliveries at dawn.
Which rooms have the best views at De Hagan Transient?
Ask for a room on the 6th floor with windows facing south-east. Baguio's pine tree line and partial mountain ridge are visible over the lower buildings on Session Road.
What are insider tips for staying at De Hagan Transient?
1. Park on the street overnight (free after 9pm) rather than using the hotel's cramped basement lot — it's tight for SUVs. 2. Call 24 hours ahead to request a 'top floor back side' room; they often honour written requests if you mention you're a light sleeper.
What time is check-in at De Hagan Transient?
Check-in at De Hagan Transient is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does De Hagan Transient have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) included for all guests; premium upgrade at PHP 150 per 24h (20 Mbps). Requires email and room number to log in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at De Hagan Transient?
PHP 200 per night per room (local tourism tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near De Hagan Transient?
A meal at a carinderia (rice + viand) costs 50-100 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from De Hagan Transient?
Jeepneys cost 10-15 PHP per ride within Baguio; from the airport (Loakan), take a jeepney or multi-cab to town center for about 20-30 PHP, or a taxi for around 200 PHP if luggage-heavy.
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
February and March: driest months with clear skies and cool mornings, and the Panagbenga flower festival crowds thin out after the first week.
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.