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About Benguet accommodation
Benguet is a mountain province in the Cordillera region of northern Luzon, prized for its cool climate, rolling vegetable valleys and standout outdoor adventures. Just beyond Baguio City, which sits within the province and has its own dedicated guide, Benguet stretches into quieter highland towns where strawberry fields, pine ridges and one of the country's highest peaks take centre stage. Staying here means swapping the tropical heat for crisp mountain air, making it a favourite base for travellers keen on farm visits, valley views and sunrise trekking.
Where should you stay in Benguet?
Benguet's accommodation is spread across a few distinct highland towns, each suited to a different kind of stay.
- La Trinidad: the provincial capital and closest base to Baguio, surrounded by strawberry farms and flower gardens, with a good mix of hotels, apartments and budget homestays.
- Kabayan: a quiet mountain town that serves as the main jump off point for Mt. Pulag treks, best suited to hikers who want to start their climb close to the trailhead.
- Baguio City: sits within Benguet province and offers the widest hotel selection in the area, though it has its own dedicated guide since it is really a destination in its own right.
How much is Benguet accommodation?
Accommodation in Benguet spans a wide range of budgets. Simple homestays and budget rooms in La Trinidad start from around AU$20 to AU$35 a night. Mid range hotels and serviced apartments with private bathrooms and modern amenities typically sit between AU$45 and AU$90 a night. For a more comfortable stay with extra facilities, expect to pay upwards of AU$100 a night, particularly during the cooler months when the province is busiest with visitors chasing the mountain air.
What is Benguet known for?
Benguet's cool climate and mountain scenery make it one of the most popular highland escapes in the Philippines. The province is known for:
- Mt. Pulag, one of the highest peaks in the Philippines, loved for its sunrise trek above the clouds, often called the sea of clouds
- La Trinidad's strawberry farms, where visitors can pick their own strawberries and browse fresh produce stalls
- Flower gardens and nurseries scattered across the valley, supplying much of the country's cut flowers and vegetables
- Cool mountain valleys and pine covered ridges that offer a refreshing change from the tropical lowlands
- Easy access to Baguio City, the well known summer capital that sits within the province
What are the best hotels in Benguet?
Most of Benguet's ready to book hotel inventory is concentrated in La Trinidad, right next to the strawberry farms. Options include:
- Jewel Igorot Building: a well rated service apartment close to the Strawberry Farm, popular for its clean, modern rooms.
- Rosepine Hotel: a relaxed hotel option in the La Trinidad area with comfortable rooms for travellers exploring the valley.
- Wanay's Rocky Mountain Homestay: a budget friendly homestay near Benguet State University, a good pick for travellers who want a simple, affordable base.
Formal hotel listings around Kabayan and the Mt. Pulag trailhead are limited, since most trekkers stay in small homestays or lodges arranged directly with local trekking guides rather than through standard hotel booking. It is worth confirming accommodation as part of your trek arrangements if you are heading up Mt. Pulag.
Tips for booking a stay in Benguet?
A few things to keep in mind when booking a stay in Benguet:
- If you are climbing Mt. Pulag, arrange your trekking permit and guide well ahead of time, since the trail operates on a booking system and slots can fill up quickly during peak trekking season.
- Pack warm layers. Benguet's mountain climate is noticeably cooler than the rest of the Philippines, and temperatures can drop close to freezing at higher elevations, especially around Mt. Pulag at night.
- Base yourself in La Trinidad if you want easy access to the strawberry farms and flower gardens along with a short trip into Baguio City.
- Book early during the cooler months, when Benguet and nearby Baguio see a surge in visitors escaping the heat elsewhere in the country.
- Check whether your stay in Kabayan is bundled with trek arrangements, as many trailside lodges work directly with tour guides rather than accepting walk in bookings.
