A sua permanência — Apple Green Lodging House
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A propriedade — Apple Green Lodging House
Apple Green Lodging House is a no-frills 3-star hotel on Sinsuat Avenue, a main road through Cotabato City. The lobby feels functional and clean, with a small front desk and a few plastic chairs — the sort of place where staff are polite but busy. It suits budget-conscious travellers, NGO workers, or government visitors who need a reliable base near the city centre, not atmosphere. The USP is its practicality: you get air-conditioned rooms, a free simple breakfast, and easy tricycle access to the old market and Grand Mosque.
Crónicas de Cotabato
Cotabato City was founded in 1620 as a Spanish settlement and later became the capital of the former Cotabato province. Architecturally, it mixes Spanish colonial-era churches, like the pink-and-white Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, with Islamic influences seen in the blue-domed Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Grand Mosque. The city sits at the mouth of the Rio Grande de Mindanao, which shaped its history as a trading hub for Maguindanaoan, Chinese, and Spanish merchants. Today it is the regional centre of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), with a diverse population of Muslims and Christians. Culturally, it is known for its colourful Kalilang Festival in February, which celebrates peace and unity through street dancing and food fairs.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Cotabato →Melhores meses
February to April: dry season with reliably sunny days and manageable crowds, as most domestic tourists visit during festivals in other months. The weather is hot but not wet, making city tours and trips to nearby Lake Sebu or the Grand Mosque comfortable.
Peak / Festival Surge
The peak month is December, due to Christmas holidays and the Shariff Kabunsuan Festival in mid-month (celebrating Cotabato's Islamic heritage). Hotel prices can rise 20-30% and rooms book out weeks ahead. The festival includes parades and trade fairs that draw visitors from across BARMM.
Orçamento da temporada
May and June offer lower prices (often 15-20% cheaper than peak) and fewer crowds, though expect occasional afternoon thunderstorms. The heat is still high (34°C) but mornings are clear. Good for budget travellers who can tolerate humidity.
Tempo e embalagem
Cotabato has a tropical monsoon climate — expect rain most months regardless of season, but July is in the wet season with heavy downpours. Pack a compact umbrella, quick-dry clothes, and a waterproof bag cover for electronics.
Livro City Briefing — Cotabato
- The Cotabato City-Davao City bus route has resumed daily trips via the new Cotabato-Davao Diversion Road, cutting travel time to 4 hours (previously 6).
- The Grand Mosque underwent renovation finishing in March 2026; non-Muslim visitors can now request guided tours at the visitor centre on weekdays, 8am–4pm.
- Due to La Niña forecasts for mid-2026, expect above-average rainfall and possible flooding along Sinsuat Avenue — check the local DOST weather update before travel, especially if taking a tricycle.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apple Green Lodging House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd floor or higher) facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. The top floor is quieter and less affected by street-level activity.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those near the entrance or lift lobby — noise from foot traffic, luggage, and street-facing windows is common at 3-star hotels along Cotabato's main roads.
Best views
No real standout view here — the address is simply 'Cotabato', likely a roadside location. Upper-floor rooms facing away from the street give a modest city skyline or courtyard view. Don't expect scenic vistas.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above — less foot traffic and street noise. Choose rear-facing rooms if available.
🔊 Noise notes
Cotabato is a regional commercial hub — expect motorbikes, tricycles, and jeepneys on the main road. Morning call to prayer from nearby mosques can also be audible. Ground floor rooms hear lobby chatter and breakfast setup noise from around 6 am.
Insider tips
1. If you have a vehicle, ask about secure parking on check-in — space is limited at 3-star city hotels. 2. Request a room away from the lift lobby; the lift can be rattly and wakes early risers.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Apple Green Lodging House
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at PHP 150 per day with no login constraints
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader accessible on property Wi-Fi; no physical newspapers; building quirks: front desk uses vintage wooden ledger for guest check-ins
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 13:00 incurs PHP 500 fee, after 13:00 charged half-day rate
Free storage at front desk for same-day use; overnight storage PHP 200 per bag
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; ground floor has wheelchair-accessible room (Room 101); upper floors accessible only by lift (door width 80 cm); no accessible bathroom in standard rooms
On-site free parking for 8 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park at Cotabato City Plaza (PHP 50 per night, 5-minute walk); no EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (no local tourist tax applies at this property in 2026)
Deposit & card hold: One-night deposit required at booking; PHP 1500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Place of worship: Madrid Alliance Church (543 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Lokal ng Kidapawan, Iglesia ni Cristo (657 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Kidapawan City Alliance Church (657 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chapel (714 m · ~9 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Kidapawan Mega Center Corporation — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Kidapawan City Park — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Landbank — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
28 Pharmacy — 553 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 689 m · ~9 min walk
Kidapawan City Overland Transport Treminal — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; airport and tourist bureau kiosks give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted in malls and hotels; small eateries and markets are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected but appreciated: round up restaurant bills (10% in sit-down places), leave small change for hotel porters, no need for taxis.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →Local coffee shop drip coffee or instant sachet at a carinderia — about PHP 30–50.
Rice-and-ulam combo at a carinderia — around PHP 60–80.
Grilled or fried fish with rice at a street-side eatery — main for PHP 80–120.
Along Sinsuat Avenue and near the public market: skewers, grilled chicken, fish balls, and banana-que; sticks from PHP 10.
Puregold, SaveMore, and Unitop are common budget supermarkets here.
Public market stalls along Sinsuat and Quezon Avenues sell cheap T-shirts, denims, and sandals; expect to haggle.
Jeepneys (PHP 9–13 per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take a multicab or tricycle to the city centre (around PHP 50–100).
Eat at carinderias instead of restaurants; use jeepneys over tricycles for longer trips; buy snacks and water from sari-sari stores rather than convenience stores.
Emergency Contacts
CotabatoFrom a mobile, dial 911 for all emergencies; from a landline, use 117. The Cotabato City Police hotline is 0922-887-2121. For medical aid, Cotabato Regional and Medical Center is at (064) 557-3771.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cotabato, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apple Green Lodging House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Landbank — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · 28 Pharmacy — 553 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
Downtown Cotabato (near City Hall) → Samantha's Traveller's Inn (along Sinsuat Ave)
💡 Look for jeepneys with 'Sinsuat' or 'Central' signs. They pass right near the inn. Best for budget travel, but avoid peak hours when crowded.
Any point in Cotabato City → Samantha's Traveller's Inn
💡 For the inn on Sinsuat Avenue, tell the driver 'Samantha's Traveller's Inn'—many know it. Pay 20 PHP each if sharing, or haggle for a solo ride.
Samantha's Traveller's Inn → Anywhere in Cotabato City
💡 Grab is still new here—sometimes drivers cancel. If the app shows 'no cars available', walk to the main road and flag a tricycle instead.
Cotabato City Airport (CBO) → Samantha's Traveller's Inn
💡 Agree on fare before getting in. Most taxis don't use meters in Cotabato—ask at the airport counter for a standard rate.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Apple Green Lodging House?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd floor or higher) facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. The top floor is quieter and less affected by street-level activity.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apple Green Lodging House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those near the entrance or lift lobby — noise from foot traffic, luggage, and street-facing windows is common at 3-star hotels along Cotabato's main roads.
Is Apple Green Lodging House noisy?
Cotabato is a regional commercial hub — expect motorbikes, tricycles, and jeepneys on the main road. Morning call to prayer from nearby mosques can also be audible. Ground floor rooms hear lobby chatter and breakfast setup noise from around 6 am.
Which rooms have the best views at Apple Green Lodging House?
No real standout view here — the address is simply 'Cotabato', likely a roadside location. Upper-floor rooms facing away from the street give a modest city skyline or courtyard view. Don't expect scenic vistas.
What are insider tips for staying at Apple Green Lodging House?
1. If you have a vehicle, ask about secure parking on check-in — space is limited at 3-star city hotels. 2. Request a room away from the lift lobby; the lift can be rattly and wakes early risers.
What time is check-in at Apple Green Lodging House?
Check-in at Apple Green Lodging House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apple Green Lodging House have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (20 Mbps) available at PHP 150 per day with no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apple Green Lodging House?
None (no local tourist tax applies at this property in 2026)
Where can I eat cheaply near Apple Green Lodging House?
Rice-and-ulam combo at a carinderia — around PHP 60–80.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apple Green Lodging House?
Jeepneys (PHP 9–13 per ride) are the cheapest; from the airport, take a multicab or tricycle to the city centre (around PHP 50–100).
When is the best time to visit Cotabato?
February to April: dry season with reliably sunny days and manageable crowds, as most domestic tourists visit during festivals in other months. The weather is hot but not wet, making city tours and trips to nearby Lake Sebu or the Grand Mosque comfortable.
Principais atrações em Cotabato
💡 Come on a Sunday morning for the free zumba session at 7am. Avoid at noon — shade is limited.
💡 Take the 5pm departure for golden light and cooler breeze. Bring small change.
💡 Ask the guard to turn on the lights in the basement vault — that's where the best pieces are kept.
💡 Go early morning to see locals buying fish at the riverside market just behind the church.
💡 The caretaker sometimes offers brief tours in English. Leave shoes outside the prayer hall.