Your stay — Queensland Dacudao
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The Property — Queensland Dacudao
The Queensland Dacudao is a practical 3-star hotel in Davao’s Buhangin district, with tidy, no-fuss rooms and a small pool. Its main draw is convenience—close to the airport and major roads—but the immediate neighbourhood is suburban and thin on walk-in eateries. It suits transit travellers, early-flight leavers, or budget-conscious visitors who want a clean base rather than character or central bustle.
Chronicles of Davao
Davao City grew from a small trading settlement into a provincial capital under American colonial administration in the early 1900s. Its layout was shaped by agricultural plantations (abaca, coffee, coconut) and later by logging, which brought migrants from across the Philippines. The city became a chartered city in 1937 and was the site of fierce battles during World War II. Architecturally, Davao mixes functional modern concrete buildings with pockets of Spanish-era churches and Japanese-influenced structures. Today it positions itself as a safe, orderly hub—partly due to the strong local governance of the Duterte family—and a gateway to Mount Apo and Samal Island.
Best Time to Visit
Full Davao guide →Best months
January and February offer the most reliable dry weather with temperatures around 27–30°C and low rainfall. Crowds are moderate, making it pleasant for city tours and trips to nearby beaches.
Peak / festival surge
August and December pull the biggest crowds. August sees the Kadayawan Festival, a week-long harvest celebration with street parties, floral floats and tribal events—hotel prices can double. December mixes local holidays and return visits, straining room availability.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the smart budget choices: rains stay irregular, tourist numbers drop, and hotel rates fall 20–30% below peak. You still get sun in the mornings but afternoon showers are common.
Weather & packing
Davao’s climate has no true dry season—rain can fall in any month, often as short, heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket or compact umbrella, plus quick-dry footwear, and leave your thick jeans at home.
Live City Briefing — Davao
- The Davao City Transportation Management Office has expanded the 14-seater shuttle (High-Priority Bus System) along the Ma-a–Roxas corridor, which passes near Buhangin and the hotel—check the route map at the front desk for cheaper downtown access.
- The Waling-Waling orchid sanctuary on Mount Apo’s foothills reopened last month after trail repairs; bookings are required via the Department of Environment and Natural Resources office in Obrero.
- Kadayawan Festival planning for August 2026 is underway, so July sees early decors and street closure test runs along Roxas Avenue and San Pedro Street—expect minor delays when moving between districts.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Queensland Dacudao, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, away from the lift bank, to balance quiet with easier stairs access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second floor (near function rooms and lobby noise) and any room directly above the hotel entrance or facing the main street side.
Best views
Request a room facing away from the main road (likely the rear or courtyard side) for a quieter outlook; high floors might see the Davao Gulf haze on clear days.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are your quietest bet; upper floors reduce street noise from Davao's traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road frontage means early morning traffic and occasional horns; the lift motor can hum on the top floors.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm to avoid wait times. Ask at reception for a room on the back side of the building – it's noticeably quieter than the front.
- 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 — Queensland Dacudao
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; typical speed 10 Mbps download, no login needed.
Single lift serves all guest floors (1–4); no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV has free-to-air channels only.
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 07:00 at no cost. Late check-out until 13:00 for PHP 500, subject to availability.
Free storage at front desk for day-use after checkout.
Step-free entrance and lift access to all floors; no dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms or grab rails in bathrooms.
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars (first-come, first-served, no valet). Nearest public car park is the City Mall parking lot on Dacudao Ave, PHP 30 per hour; no EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required to guarantee reservation; PHP 1,000 incidental hold at check-in (card or cash).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Releaser Of Life Family Church (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Place of worship: Mindanao Taoist Temple (275 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia ni Cristo (309 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Dominican Sisters of the Trinity Covenant (429 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
SM Lanang Premier — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Doña Carmen Soriano Marfori Park — 957 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 885 m · ~11 min walk
JFCK Enterprise — 552 m · ~7 min walk
Expresschoice Convenience Store — 653 m · ~8 min walk
Island Express — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs from major banks (BDO, Metrobank) for the best rate; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted in malls, hotels and big restaurants; small eateries, markets and tricycles are cash-only. Mobile pay (GCash, Maya) is widely used but needs a local SIM.
Not mandatory; common to leave small change (20–50 PHP) in restaurants, or round up taxi fare; hotel staff appreciate 20–50 PHP per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local drip coffee from a street vendor or market stall: around 15–30 PHP.
A plate of rice with chicken or pork adobo at a carinderia or eatery: about 50–80 PHP.
A main dish at a casual restaurant (e.g. grilled fish with rice): roughly 100–150 PHP.
Side streets and night markets like the Bangkerohan area in Davao City sell skewered chicken intestines, fish balls, and barbecue for 10–20 PHP per stick.
NCCC Mart, Puregold, and SM Supermarket are common budget supermarket chains in Davao.
Aldevinco Shopping Center and quiet streets in Poblacion district sell affordable second-hand clothes and local bargain markets.
The cheapest way around Davao City is by jeepney (8–15 PHP per ride, no day pass); from the airport, take the shuttle bus to SM City Davao (15–20 PHP) then jeepney to your destination.
Eat at carinderias (street-side eateries) for filling, cheap meals. Haggle politely at markets and for tricycle rides before getting in. Use jeepneys instead of taxis for short trips.
Emergency Contacts
DavaoIn Davao, dial 911 for all emergencies (police, ambulance, fire). For non-urgent police matters, call the Davao City Police at (082) 227-1111 or 0920-915-8038. The Davao City Central 911 hotline (082 224-0911) also directs calls. Note: English-speaking operators are available, but always give your exact location clearly.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Davao, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Queensland Dacudao
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 885 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · JFCK Enterprise — 552 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Davao City Overland Transport Terminal or local routes → We R Inn area (along Quimpo Blvd)
💡 Multicabs are covered, fan-cooled minibuses that run fixed routes. They're cheaper than jeepneys but slower. For We R Inn, look for a multicab with signs for 'Matina' or 'Quimpo.' They stop anywhere along the route – just wave them down.
Various jeepney terminals (e.g., Bankerohan, Obrero) → We R Inn area (routes passing Quimpo Blvd)
💡 For We R Inn, take a jeepney with 'Quimpo' or 'F. Torres' on the side panel. Drop off at the corner of Quimpo Blvd and F. Torres St. Pay the driver as you board or pass your fare forward. Have small bills or coins ready – drivers rarely have change for PHP 50.
Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) → We R Inn, Davao City
💡 Grab is the most reliable ride-hailing app in Davao. The pickup point is outside arrivals. Avoid surge pricing by booking immediately after landing. Often cheaper than metered taxis and you get a fixed fare upfront.
Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) → We R Inn, Davao City
💡 Skip the yellow airport taxis at the official queue if you're on a budget – walk 50m outside the terminal gate and flag a white metered taxi. Confirm the driver uses the meter or agree a price before getting in. We R Inn is about 8 km from the airport, near the corner of Quimpo Blvd and F. Torres St.
About Davao
Wikipedia ↗
Davao City, officially the City of Davao, is a highly urbanized city in the Davao Region, Philippines. The city has a total land area of 2,443.61 km2 (943.48 sq mi), making it the largest city in the Philippines in terms of land area. It is the third-most-populous city in the Philippines after Quezo...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Queensland Dacudao?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, away from the lift bank, to balance quiet with easier stairs access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Queensland Dacudao?
Avoid rooms on the second floor (near function rooms and lobby noise) and any room directly above the hotel entrance or facing the main street side.
Is Queensland Dacudao noisy?
Main road frontage means early morning traffic and occasional horns; the lift motor can hum on the top floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Queensland Dacudao?
Request a room facing away from the main road (likely the rear or courtyard side) for a quieter outlook; high floors might see the Davao Gulf haze on clear days.
What are insider tips for staying at Queensland Dacudao?
Check in after 2pm to avoid wait times. Ask at reception for a room on the back side of the building – it's noticeably quieter than the front.
What time is check-in at Queensland Dacudao?
Check-in at Queensland Dacudao is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Queensland Dacudao have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in lobby and rooms; typical speed 10 Mbps download, no login needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Queensland Dacudao?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Queensland Dacudao?
A plate of rice with chicken or pork adobo at a carinderia or eatery: about 50–80 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Queensland Dacudao?
The cheapest way around Davao City is by jeepney (8–15 PHP per ride, no day pass); from the airport, take the shuttle bus to SM City Davao (15–20 PHP) then jeepney to your destination.
When is the best time to visit Davao?
January and February offer the most reliable dry weather with temperatures around 27–30°C and low rainfall. Crowds are moderate, making it pleasant for city tours and trips to nearby beaches.
Top Attractions in Davao
💡 Visit late afternoon when the heat drops and locals come out. The Wi-Fi is reliable enough for basic browsing.
💡 Step inside for air-con and quiet during midday heat. The adjacent plaza often has cheap street food vendors in the evening.
💡 The 30-minute guided tour is included in the fee and adds context you'd miss on your own. Go early on weekday mornings when it's empty.
💡 Go for the 10am or 3pm feeding sessions to see the crocs leap for meat. Skip the overpriced snacks inside and eat at a nearby carinderia after.
💡 Take the first shuttle at 8am to avoid crowds. Pack a picnic lunch—eating at the on-site restaurant is pricey and average.