Your stay — Iggy's Inn
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The Property — Iggy's Inn
Iggy's Inn is a no-frills three-star with an old-school Baguio charm: polished wooden banisters, a small lobby fireplace, and the faint smell of pine from the Pines Hotel next door. The USP is location — a five-minute walk to Burnham Park and the night market, away from Session Road's worst traffic. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, quiet base for exploring the city's parks and cafes, not luxury.
Chronicles of Baguio
Baguio was founded in 1900 as a hill station by American colonial officials under Daniel Burnham's city-beautiful plan, earning its nickname 'Summer Capital of the Philippines.' Burnham's radial street grid and central park survive, though postwar growth added haphazard structures and commercial strips. Today the city retains its pine-scented, pine-covered identity despite sprawl, serving as a cultural hub for Cordilleran tribes and a weekend escape for Manila tourists. Contemporary Baguio is defined by its university student energy, artisanal coffee shops, and the annual Panagbenga flower festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baguio guide →Best months
March-May: dry, warm days (highs around 24°C) with clear skies, but manageable crowds outside Panagbenga. November-February: coolest but wettest; January is ideal for crisp air and few tourists.
Peak / festival surge
December-January for Christmas holiday crowds and the Baguio Flower Festival (Panagbenga) in February. Hotels charge 30-50% above usual rates, advance booking essential. Traffic on Marcos Highway reaches gridlock levels.
Budget shoulder season
July-September is the quietest budget window: prices drop 20-30%, though expect daily afternoon rain showers. June and October offer decent weather with lower demand.
Weather & packing
Baguio averages 15-25°C year-round but can drop to 8°C in January — thin layers beat bulky coats. Pack a windproof rain jacket and quick-dry trousers; the city's afternoon downpours are sudden and short.
Live City Briefing — Baguio
- The new Baguio City Public Market building opened in March 2025 with covered walkways and food hall — the old market stalls have relocated here, near Iggy's Inn.
- The Department of Tourism has suspended the 'Travellers' Registration' QR code requirement for entering Baguio since June 2025; visitors no longer need pre-approval for land travel.
- Session Road's weekend pedestrianisation 'Road to a Better Session' continues every Sunday morning until noon, with street performers and pop-up food stalls.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Iggy's Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main road. These middle floors typically avoid street-level noise and are high enough to catch mountain breezes without being near the lift machinery or roof.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — street noise from Baguio's traffic and pedestrian activity will be worst here. Also skip rooms directly above the lobby or near the breakfast area if visible; these can pick up early-morning kitchen sounds.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel face the quieter residential area of Baguio, with views of pine trees and the usual misty hills. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road and scattered commercial buildings — less appealing.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are the quietest — far enough from the street but not close to the top floor where lift motor hum or roof vents might be audible.
🔊 Noise notes
Baguio's main roads have heavy jeepney and truck traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening (9pm). Weekend nights can bring groups of tourists walking past. The street in front of Iggy's Inn is a conduit for city traffic, so rear-facing rooms are key for sleep.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, park at the back of the hotel — it's quieter and easier to access than the front if the street is crowded. 2. Request a room on an even-numbered floor; in many older Baguio buildings, lift stops are uneven and odd floors near the lift shaft can vibrate more.
- 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 — Iggy's Inn
Free for all guests with room-specific login. Speed adequate for browsing and calls, about 15 Mbps; peak evenings may throttle.
Single elevator serves all 4 floors. No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Philippine Daily Inquirer and Manila Bulletin via lobby tablet. No physical newspapers delivered.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Bag drop available from 10:00 in lobby. Late check-out until 18:00 costs PHP 1,500 (subject to availability, weekend often declined)
Yes, free for day-use guests. Overnight storage not permitted.
Step-free main entrance via ramp. One accessible room on ground floor (Room 101). Elevator cannot fit a standard wheelchair and companion; limited turning space in bathrooms.
On-site parking for 20 cars, free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservation. Nearest public car park: SM Baguio parking (PHP 60 per hour, 5-minute walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: PHP 250 per room per night (tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay due 14 days before arrival; PHP 2,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refundable)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Nicholas Episcopal Church (322 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Korean Union Church (366 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nicholas Episcopal Church (367 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Martin Lutheran Church (814 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Olympian Lifestyle Center — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Rotary Friendship Park — 449 m · ~6 min walk
General Emilio Aguinaldo Museum — 678 m · ~8 min walk
Little theatre — 364 m · ~5 min walk
Wonders and Wanders — 90 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 869 m · ~11 min walk
Toda Raba Pharmacy — 804 m · ~10 min walk
Mamita's Convenience Store — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Victory Liner Terminal — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area money changers which give poor rates. Stick to bank ATMs like BDO or Metrobank.
Cards accepted in malls and larger restaurants, but many small shops, markets, and eateries are cash-only. Mobile pay (GCash) is common but requires a local setup.
Optional but appreciated: round up the bill or leave 10% in sit-down restaurants; small change for hotel porters (PHP 20–50); taxi drivers usually don't expect a tip unless service is exceptional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local drip coffee from a bakery or carinderia: PHP 30-50.
Rice with ulam (stew or meat) from a carinderia or turo-turo: PHP 60-100.
Basic noodle or rice dish at a local eatery: PHP 100-150 for a main.
Session Road and the Hilltop area have clusters of street food stalls selling fish balls, grilled chicken, and banana cues for PHP 10-30 per stick.
Puregold and Savemore are budget supermarket chains in Baguio.
Baguio Public Market and the Session Road sidewalks for affordable second-hand or surplus clothing (PHP 100-300 per item).
Jeepneys (PHP 9 per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take a shared van (PHP 150-200) or a jeepney to town center (PHP 20).
Eat where locals queue; buy produce at the Baguio Public Market instead of souvenir stalls; use jeepneys over taxis or Grab.
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 Iggy's Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 869 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Toda Raba Pharmacy — 804 m · ~10 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 Iggy's Inn?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main road. These middle floors typically avoid street-level noise and are high enough to catch mountain breezes without being near the lift machinery or roof.
Which rooms should I avoid at Iggy's Inn?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — street noise from Baguio's traffic and pedestrian activity will be worst here. Also skip rooms directly above the lobby or near the breakfast area if visible; these can pick up early-morning kitchen sounds.
Is Iggy's Inn noisy?
Baguio's main roads have heavy jeepney and truck traffic from early morning (6am) until late evening (9pm). Weekend nights can bring groups of tourists walking past. The street in front of Iggy's Inn is a conduit for city traffic, so rear-facing rooms are key for sleep.
Which rooms have the best views at Iggy's Inn?
Rooms at the back of the hotel face the quieter residential area of Baguio, with views of pine trees and the usual misty hills. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road and scattered commercial buildings — less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Iggy's Inn?
1. If you arrive by car, park at the back of the hotel — it's quieter and easier to access than the front if the street is crowded. 2. Request a room on an even-numbered floor; in many older Baguio buildings, lift stops are uneven and odd floors near the lift shaft can vibrate more.
What time is check-in at Iggy's Inn?
Check-in at Iggy's Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Iggy's Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests with room-specific login. Speed adequate for browsing and calls, about 15 Mbps; peak evenings may throttle.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Iggy's Inn?
PHP 250 per room per night (tourist tax, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Iggy's Inn?
Rice with ulam (stew or meat) from a carinderia or turo-turo: PHP 60-100.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Iggy's Inn?
Jeepneys (PHP 9 per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take a shared van (PHP 150-200) or a jeepney to town center (PHP 20).
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
March-May: dry, warm days (highs around 24°C) with clear skies, but manageable crowds outside Panagbenga. November-February: coolest but wettest; January is ideal for crisp air and few tourists.
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.