Your stay — GM Apartel
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The Property — GM Apartel
GM Apartel is a straightforward three-star apartel on a quiet side street off Leonard Wood Road. The lobby is small, tiled and functional, with a reception desk that doubles as a convenience counter. It suits budget-conscious families or groups who want separate living space and a kitchenette without paying for resort extras. The USP is space: two-bedroom units that sleep four comfortably, plus a modest pool and a kiddie pool that feel more of a bonus than a draw.
Chronicles of Baguio
Baguio was founded in 1900 by American colonial administrators as a hill station escape from Manila’s heat. Architect Daniel Burnham laid out a town plan inspired by Washington, D.C., with wide avenues, a central park and a man-made lake. The city’s signature buildings — the wooden-verandahed cottages and the neo-Romanesque Saint Louis University church — date from the early American period. Today Baguio is a bustling university city and the main gateway for the Cordillera region, known for its flower farms, strawberry fields and the Panagbenga Festival each February.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baguio guide →Best months
March and April: dry season, clear skies for Mount Costa views, and the Panagbenga floats and street dancing are still fresh. Weekdays see fewer families, making it easier to book popular cafes like Arca’s Yard.
Peak / festival surge
February (Panagbenga month) and December (Christmas, when the city is packed with students and tourists). Hotel prices can double; GM Apartel often sells out two months ahead. Panagbenga’s Grand Parade and Session Road in Bloom drive the crush.
Budget shoulder season
May and June: lighter crowds, hotel rates drop 20–30%, and the afternoon rain showers are manageable. The strawberry farms are still producing, and you can walk Burnham Park without weaving through stalls.
Weather & packing
Baguio’s climate is subtropical highland — it can be 16°C at night and 24°C in the day even in July. Pack a light waterproof jacket (not an umbrella, it gets windy) and layers: a fleece or hoodie for evenings, a T-shirt for midday sun.
Live City Briefing — Baguio
- Baguio City reinstated its visitor registration system for short‑term stays starting June 2025; same‑day walk‑ins at the tourist information centre in Burnham Park are no longer allowed for non‑registered guests.
- The Session Road road‑widening project continues until late 2026, causing one‑way traffic on weekends from the rotunda to Harrison Road — allow an extra 30 minutes for driving to the city centre.
- After the March 2025 earthquake, a few heritage buildings on Session Road remain fenced off for structural assessment; GM Apartel itself is unaffected.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to GM Apartel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. This hotel has a 5-storey building, and the higher floors are likely to be away from street noise from William E. Delaino.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be more prone to street noise from the main road.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address of GM Apartel does not provide information about the hotel's orientation or view options.
Quietest floors
4th-5th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from William E. Delaino, but it's likely to be minimal. As a 3-star hotel, GM Apartel does not have a pool or bar, so there won't be noise from those areas.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a window on the higher floors for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area. If you're arriving by car, be aware that parking options may be limited, so it's a good idea to ask the hotel staff about parking arrangements when you check-in.
- 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 — GM Apartel
Free; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand ( PressReader) on smartphones and tablets; no physical papers provided
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM; early bag-drop available from 8:00 AM; late check-out until 12:00 PM with a fee of Php 500
Available at the front desk; Php 50 per item per night
Step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrance; some rooms may have structural limitations due to historic building quirks
On-site parking available; Php 150 per night; nearest public car park is the Baguio City Hall Parking Lot (Php 100 per night); EV charging available at the front desk
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Php 5 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Php 1,000 advance deposit + incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel (149 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Ni Cristo (305 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Faith in Christ Fellowship (570 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St. Scholastica's Convent (752 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SM City Baguio — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Camp John Hay Art Park — 980 m · ~12 min walk
Bell House — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Quadrangle — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 433 m · ~5 min walk
Dekane's Pharmacy — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Pablo Store — 27 m · ~1 min walk
Victory Liner Terminal — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Travellers can exchange money at the airport or in the city, but rates are often poor. Currency exchange centers like Travelex or local banks like BDO offer better rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Baguio, especially in tourist areas. Contactless payments are also available in some restaurants and cafes, but not as common as cash transactions.
Tipping is generally not expected in Baguio, but rounding up the bill or leaving 10-20 PHP for good service is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee can be found at a local street vendor or a 7-Eleven store for around 40-50 PHP.
You can get a budget lunch at a local eatery like a carinderia or a food stall for around 100-150 PHP.
A affordable dinner at a local restaurant can cost around 200-300 PHP for a main course.
The Burnham Park area has a variety of street food options, and Session Road is another popular spot for affordable eats.
SM Supermarket and Robinsons Supermarket are common supermarket chains found in Baguio.
The Baguio Public Market has a variety of affordable shopping options for clothing and souvenirs.
A day pass for the Baguio City jeepneys costs around 20 PHP. From the airport, a tricycle ride costs around 100-150 PHP.
Use the jeepneys or tricycles for transportation instead of taxis, which can be expensive.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local eateries for better prices.Shop at local markets or public markets for affordable shopping options.
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 GM Apartel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 433 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Dekane's Pharmacy — 1.0 km · ~13 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 GM Apartel?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. This hotel has a 5-storey building, and the higher floors are likely to be away from street noise from William E. Delaino.
Which rooms should I avoid at GM Apartel?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be more prone to street noise from the main road.
Is GM Apartel noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from William E. Delaino, but it's likely to be minimal. As a 3-star hotel, GM Apartel does not have a pool or bar, so there won't be noise from those areas.
Which rooms have the best views at GM Apartel?
Unfortunately, the address of GM Apartel does not provide information about the hotel's orientation or view options.
What are insider tips for staying at GM Apartel?
Consider requesting a room with a window on the higher floors for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area. If you're arriving by car, be aware that parking options may be limited, so it's a good idea to ask the hotel staff about parking arrangements when you check-in.
What time is check-in at GM Apartel?
Check-in at GM Apartel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does GM Apartel have Wi-Fi?
Free; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at GM Apartel?
Php 5 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near GM Apartel?
You can get a budget lunch at a local eatery like a carinderia or a food stall for around 100-150 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from GM Apartel?
A day pass for the Baguio City jeepneys costs around 20 PHP. From the airport, a tricycle ride costs around 100-150 PHP.
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
March and April: dry season, clear skies for Mount Costa views, and the Panagbenga floats and street dancing are still fresh. Weekdays see fewer families, making it easier to book popular cafes like Arca’s Yard.
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.