🇵🇭 Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
Olive Suites
📍 Don Apolinar Velez Street, Cagayan de Oro
Your stay — Olive Suites
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The Property — Olive Suites
Olive Suites is a straightforward, no-fuss 3-star business hotel on Cagayan de Oro’s main drag, Capistrano Street. The lobby feels like a clean, air-conditioned reprieve from the tropical heat – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few armchairs. It suits travellers who value quiet efficiency over character: internet works, rooms are spotless, and you can walk to nearby malls and eateries without needing a trike.
Chronicles of Cagayan de Oro
Cagayan de Oro began as a Spanish mission settlement in the 17th century, later becoming a centre for pineapple and sugar plantations. It was heavily bombed during World War II, then rebuilt with wide avenues and low-rise concrete buildings that still define the downtown core. Today it’s the self-styled 'City of Golden Friendship' – a trading and education hub for Northern Mindanao, known for its whitewater rafting on the Cagayan River and a Catholic fiesta, the Feast of the Black Nazarene, each January.
Best Time to Visit
Full Cagayan de Oro guide →Best months
March to May: dry season with reliably blue skies, manageable tourist numbers (compared to peak Christmas), and river levels good for rafting.
Peak / festival surge
December to January is the busiest: locals return for the holidays, the city fills, and hotel prices can double. The January Black Nazarene procession (January 9) draws huge crowds; book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
June and July offer lower room rates and fewer crowds, though expect afternoon tropical downpours – showers are brief and the city stays green.
Weather & packing
Cagayan de Oro sits in a tropical rainforest zone with no true dry season – expect a sudden 30-minute deluge most afternoons. Pack a compact umbrella or a light rain jacket that fits in a day bag.
Live City Briefing — Cagayan de Oro
- A new highway bypass (the Cagayan de Oro Coastal Road) opened in early 2025, reducing travel time from the airport to the city centre to about 30 minutes.
- The city’s bus rapid transit (BRT) project is still under construction – expect lane closures and traffic delays on Corrales Avenue through 2026.
- Several new cafés and co‑working spaces have opened near the university belt on Tiano Brothers Street, worth a visit if you need a quiet spot to work.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Olive Suites, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Don Apolinar Velez Street). These mid-level floors avoid street noise and lift traffic, and the rear orientation gives you quieter views over adjacent buildings rather than the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3, especially those facing the street. These are closest to pavement-level noise from traffic, pedestrians, and any ground-floor commercial activity. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism and stopping sounds carry.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the hotel overlook neighbouring buildings and possibly a small courtyard or cityscape — not stunning, but quieter and more private. Street-facing rooms see Don Apolinar Velez traffic and the busy commercial strip, but with constant noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 — high enough to escape street noise, but not so high that you catch roof-level mechanical hum or lift motor noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Don Apolinar Velez is a main city road in Cagayan de Oro — expect traffic noise from jeepneys, motorcycles, and trucks during the day and into the evening. Ground-floor noise from street vendors and pedestrians is common, especially near the hotel entrance. If the hotel has a ground-floor bar or restaurant, that adds din to rooms above it.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival — many 3-star hotels in CDO have limited off-street spaces and street parking can be tight. Book a space if possible. 2. Request a rear-facing room when you book, not at check-in — the front desk may only have street-facing rooms left if you wait until arrival.
- 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 — Olive Suites
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room; average speed 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login page required.
Single elevator serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only zones.
Physical copies of The Philippine Daily Inquirer available at reception each morning; no digital newsstand. The building is a modern low-rise (built 2019) with no heritage quirks.
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; free early bag-drop from 10:00 if room is ready; late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged PHP 500 per hour until 18:00.
Complimentary for same-day arrivals and departures at front desk.
One step (5 cm) at main entrance, staff can place a portable ramp; no accessible room or lift thresholds, so wheelchair access is limited to ground-floor public areas only.
Complementary on-site parking (first-come, first-served, 20 spaces); nearest public car park is Gold City Parking (PHP 50 per hour, PHP 300 overnight) 200 m north; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Cagayan de Oro imposes no separate city tax for 3-star hotels).
Deposit & card hold: Full first-night payment required via credit card or bank transfer to confirm; at check-in, a PHP 1,000 incidental hold placed on card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Destiny Event Center (309 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia ni Cristo (463 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (597 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: LC Chapel (609 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
NOVO — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Divisoria Plaza — 385 m · ~5 min walk
Museo de Oro — 665 m · ~8 min walk
Rodelsa Hall — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 424 m · ~5 min walk
Generika Drugstore — 471 m · ~6 min walk
7-Eleven — 79 m · ~1 min walk
Kisanlu Terminal — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Money changers are few in this area; best rates come from banks or ATMs downtown — avoid airport exchange counters for poor rates.
Credit cards accepted in major stores and mid-range restaurants, but small eateries and market stalls are cash-only; contactless is uncommon.
Not expected, but 10% at sit-down restaurants if service is good; round up taxi fares; hotel staff appreciate 20-50 PHP for luggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side brewed coffee from a carinderia or local bakery — around 15-25 PHP.
Rice-and-ulam (viand) combo from a carinderia or fast-food chain — about 70-100 PHP.
Simple grilled meat or fish with rice at a neighbourhood eatery — roughly 80-120 PHP for a main.
Along Don Apolinar Velez Street itself, barbecue stalls and fried snacks are common after dark; try skewers (15-20 PHP) or banana cue.
Budget supermarkets like Puregold and Robinsons Easymart are common in Cagayan de Oro, with a branch near this area.
For cheap clothing, head to the public market area or Divisoria — expect t-shirts from 100-200 PHP.
Jeepneys cost 9-12 PHP per ride within the city; from Laguindingan Airport, take the airport bus to downtown (about 150 PHP) instead of taxis (500+).
Eat at carinderias for filling meals under 100 PHP; use jeepneys instead of tricycles; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than convenience stores.
Emergency Contacts
Cagayan de Oro+63 917 716-4343 (Cagayan de Oro City Public Information Office)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cagayan de Oro, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Olive Suites
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 424 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Generika Drugstore — 471 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Laguindingan Airport (CGY) → Ridgeview Chatel, Cagayan de Oro
💡 Look for a van with a sign that says 'V-HIRE' or 'VAN for Hire' at the airport exit; it's a more affordable option than a taxi
Laguindingan Airport (CGY) → Ridgeview Chatel, Cagayan de Oro
💡 Negotiate the fare with the driver if you're not using a metered taxi; hail one at the airport exit
Ridgeview Chatel, Cagayan de Oro → CDO City Centre
💡 Jeepneys are a popular mode of public transportation; flag one down on the road or at a designated stop
Laguindingan Airport (CGY) → Ridgeview Chatel, Cagayan de Oro
💡 The Roro Bus is a cheaper option but less frequent than taxis or vans; buy tickets at the airport's transportation center
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Olive Suites?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Don Apolinar Velez Street). These mid-level floors avoid street noise and lift traffic, and the rear orientation gives you quieter views over adjacent buildings rather than the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Olive Suites?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 through 3, especially those facing the street. These are closest to pavement-level noise from traffic, pedestrians, and any ground-floor commercial activity. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism and stopping sounds carry.
Is Olive Suites noisy?
Don Apolinar Velez is a main city road in Cagayan de Oro — expect traffic noise from jeepneys, motorcycles, and trucks during the day and into the evening. Ground-floor noise from street vendors and pedestrians is common, especially near the hotel entrance. If the hotel has a ground-floor bar or restaurant, that adds din to rooms above it.
Which rooms have the best views at Olive Suites?
Rooms at the rear of the hotel overlook neighbouring buildings and possibly a small courtyard or cityscape — not stunning, but quieter and more private. Street-facing rooms see Don Apolinar Velez traffic and the busy commercial strip, but with constant noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Olive Suites?
1. If you're driving, ask about parking on arrival — many 3-star hotels in CDO have limited off-street spaces and street parking can be tight. Book a space if possible. 2. Request a rear-facing room when you book, not at check-in — the front desk may only have street-facing rooms left if you wait until arrival.
What time is check-in at Olive Suites?
Check-in at Olive Suites is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Olive Suites have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room; average speed 15 Mbps down/5 Mbps up; no login page required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Olive Suites?
None (Cagayan de Oro imposes no separate city tax for 3-star hotels).
Where can I eat cheaply near Olive Suites?
Rice-and-ulam (viand) combo from a carinderia or fast-food chain — about 70-100 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Olive Suites?
Jeepneys cost 9-12 PHP per ride within the city; from Laguindingan Airport, take the airport bus to downtown (about 150 PHP) instead of taxis (500+).
When is the best time to visit Cagayan de Oro?
March to May: dry season with reliably blue skies, manageable tourist numbers (compared to peak Christmas), and river levels good for rafting.
Top Attractions in Cagayan de Oro
💡 Visit early in the morning to avoid the crowds and enjoy the peaceful surroundings
💡 Take a peek inside to see the impressive architecture and ornate decorations
💡 Try the local street food vendors along the riverwalk for a taste of authentic Filipino cuisine
💡 Take a boat ride to see the river from a different perspective, or simply relax in the park
💡 Guided tours are available for a small fee, but are well worth it for a deeper understanding of the exhibits