Your stay — Log Cabin Hotel
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The Property — Log Cabin Hotel
The Log Cabin Hotel is a 3-star lodge of thick pine logs and stone, just off Session Road but wrapped in pine-scented quiet. The lobby is low-beamed, with a log fire and woven Ifugao textiles on the walls — more cabin in the woods than city hotel. It suits travellers who want Baguio’s old-school charm without frills: think families, couples on a budget, folks who prefer a wood stove to a hot tub.
Chronicles of Baguio
Baguio was purpose-built as a hill station by American colonial administrators in the early 1900s, designed by Daniel Burnham to mimic a temperate resort. Its rapid growth after the war turned it into the 'Summer Capital', packed with neoclassical cottages, pine forests and the sprawling Burnham Park. Today its streets are a jumble of colonial architecture, Chinese restaurants and strawberry vendors, still the go-to escape for Manila families escaping lowland heat. The city remains driven by tourism, students and the Baguio Flower Festival (Panagbenga) in February.
Best Time to Visit
Full Baguio guide →Best months
December-February: crisp, cool weather (15–22°C), dry after the typhoon season, with clear skies for hiking and city walks. March-April brings the flower festival and heat, but still pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
Peak: February (Panagbenga) — parades, flower floats and heavy local tourism; hotel rates can double and advance booking is essential. Also busy during Holy Week and Christmas eve crowds fill Session Road.
Budget shoulder season
Shoulder: September–November. Milder rain, lower prices, fewer visitors. November often has the most stable weather before Christmas. Book a week ahead and you’ll find 30% discounts.
Weather & packing
Baguio’s climate quirk: it can drop to 12°C in July nights despite the rainy season. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket for sudden downpours and a fleece or hoodie for evenings — you’ll need both on the same day.
Live City Briefing — Baguio
- Session Road is partially closed for a drainage upgrade (Jan–Jun 2026), but pedestrian access remains; driving may require detours via Abanao or Leonard Wood Road.
- The Baguio Public Market is open but has new stall zoning after a renovation phase; the strawberry section is now at the eastern end.
- Tourist tax (₱50/day per person) proposed in city council, likely to be trialled by mid-2026; check if your hotel includes it.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Log Cabin Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) facing away from Leonard Wood Road — usually the rear or garden side. These are quieter and have the best chance of a mountain glimpse over the surrounding buildings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any directly facing Leonard Wood Road, especially at the front of the building — street noise from jeepneys and trucks is constant, and passersby can see right in.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms (4th or 5th) with a rear or side orientation give partial views over the tree canopy towards the mountains; front rooms just see the busy road and shops opposite.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5, at the back or side of the building, away from the road and the lift lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Leonard Wood Road is a main artery — expect jeepney horns, truck brakes, and motorcycle revs from early morning until late evening. The front entrance has a drop-off zone so there's constant coming and going.
Insider tips
1. Park in the secure lot round the back if you're driving — the front entrance is cramped and often full. 2. Request a rear-facing room at booking, and call a day before to confirm — they tend to honour written requests if you ask nicely.
- 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 — Log Cabin Hotel
Free WiFi in common areas (lobby and restaurant); guest rooms have wired broadband. Login via room number, speeds around 10 Mbps
No lift — two-storey building with stairs only; no historic wing restrictions
No complimentary papers or digital newsstand; property is a 1930s log cabin style structure with original wood beams in the main building, now a city landmark
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 (PHP 500), after 12:00 charged half-night
Free at front desk for early arrival or late departure
No step-free access — main entrance has two steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; limited manoeuvring space in hallways
On-site parking free for guests (first-come, first-served, about 15 spaces); nearest public car park at Session Road 500 m away (PHP 100/night). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tax applies in Baguio for 3-star hotels)
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required 14 days before check-in; a PHP 1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Navy Base Christian Brethren Fellowship (640 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: SLU Senior High Chapel (796 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Grace Bible Church (821 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Immaculate Conception Church (821 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Baguio Center Mall — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Pacdal Circle Park — 951 m · ~12 min walk
Presidential Museum — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Little theatre — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Navy Base Playground — 449 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco de Oro — 866 m · ~11 min walk
Aurora Heal Pharmacy — 884 m · ~11 min walk
T. R. Pimentel Store — 506 m · ~6 min walk
GL Trans - Baguio Terminal — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
ATMs are reliable and widely available; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Credit cards are accepted in hotels, malls, and chain restaurants; cash is still king for markets, jeepneys, and smaller eateries.
Not expected, but rounding up or leaving loose change (like PHP 20–50) is appreciated in restaurants; taxi drivers round down to the nearest 10; hotel porters get PHP 20–50 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic brewed coffee from a local bakery or carinderia costs around PHP 30–50.
A rice-and-ulam (meat/vegetable dish) combo at a carinderia runs PHP 60–100.
A main dish at a neighbourhood Filipino restaurant is typically PHP 120–180.
Near the Baguio Public Market and Session Road, you'll find barbecue sticks, fish balls, and kwek-kwek (quail eggs) for PHP 5–20 each.
Puregold, SM Savemore, and 7-Eleven are the most common budget supermarkets in the area.
The Baguio Public Market sells affordable T-shirts, hoodies, and woven items; jeepneys stop right outside.
Jeepneys cost PHP 9–13 per ride (limited to Baguio's short routes); from the airport, take the Baguio-Manila bus (around PHP 150–200) to the city centre, then jeepney or taxi to Leonard Wood Road.
Eat at carinderias or the Baguio Public Market for affordable meals; use jeepneys instead of taxis; buy groceries at Puregold or SM Savemore rather than convenience stores.
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 Log Cabin Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco de Oro — 866 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Aurora Heal Pharmacy — 884 m · ~11 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 Log Cabin Hotel?
Request a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) facing away from Leonard Wood Road — usually the rear or garden side. These are quieter and have the best chance of a mountain glimpse over the surrounding buildings.
Which rooms should I avoid at Log Cabin Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any directly facing Leonard Wood Road, especially at the front of the building — street noise from jeepneys and trucks is constant, and passersby can see right in.
Is Log Cabin Hotel noisy?
Leonard Wood Road is a main artery — expect jeepney horns, truck brakes, and motorcycle revs from early morning until late evening. The front entrance has a drop-off zone so there's constant coming and going.
Which rooms have the best views at Log Cabin Hotel?
Upper-floor rooms (4th or 5th) with a rear or side orientation give partial views over the tree canopy towards the mountains; front rooms just see the busy road and shops opposite.
What are insider tips for staying at Log Cabin Hotel?
1. Park in the secure lot round the back if you're driving — the front entrance is cramped and often full. 2. Request a rear-facing room at booking, and call a day before to confirm — they tend to honour written requests if you ask nicely.
What time is check-in at Log Cabin Hotel?
Check-in at Log Cabin Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Log Cabin Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in common areas (lobby and restaurant); guest rooms have wired broadband. Login via room number, speeds around 10 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Log Cabin Hotel?
None (no city tax applies in Baguio for 3-star hotels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Log Cabin Hotel?
A rice-and-ulam (meat/vegetable dish) combo at a carinderia runs PHP 60–100.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Log Cabin Hotel?
Jeepneys cost PHP 9–13 per ride (limited to Baguio's short routes); from the airport, take the Baguio-Manila bus (around PHP 150–200) to the city centre, then jeepney or taxi to Leonard Wood Road.
When is the best time to visit Baguio?
December-February: crisp, cool weather (15–22°C), dry after the typhoon season, with clear skies for hiking and city walks. March-April brings the flower festival and heat, but still pleasant.
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.