Homestays in Banaue

Beatriz is simply the best host. I showed up and she turned an idea for mg birthday into an event and one for the memory books. She is also a lovely person to chat with and she can arrange pretty much anything you can think of and keep your needs in mind. Met a lot of great folks in the town and enjoyed meeting the guests. Only place to stay and can see why the reviews led me here and exceeded my expectations.

Rita’s Mount View Inn, overlooking the ancient rice terraces of Batad (a UNESCO World Heritage Site,) features one of the most stunning views in the world. Framed by giant bamboo and banana palms, the panorama is breathtaking, and alone is worth the trek to this remote mountain village. The innkeeper, Germaine (Rita’s daughter) is delightful, always laughing and smiling and quick to help in so many ways, from cooking up delicious pancakes for breakfast and chicken Adobo for dinner to arranging for the best local guides and trike transportation. With the help of Romeo, her father, who seems sent from central casting to play the part of the mountain sage, they keep the inn immaculately cleaned and welcoming. This is a very special place. It is also one of no the closest accommodations to the Batad parking drop off area. You will be hiking some 25 minutes to get to Rita’s yet you will be very happy with this that you did not book further down the valley when you see the rough hewn staircases that are the hallmark of Batad. Just bring what you will need for a few days stay. Backpacks, not luggage. And steel yourself for one of the most adventurous hiking experience of your life. Hiking across, up, down and back up the rice terraces of Batad is not for the weak-kneed or unsteady. It begins as soon as you leave Rita’s where steep, rough hewn staircases ripple down muddy, rocky slopes with occasional handrails only along the most hazardous drops. Hiking poles are essential. There are a few welcomed stretches of narrow concrete paving through steep jungle before reaching the terraces. From here, narrow terrace walkways alternate rough staircases with occasional quick shear wall ascents aided by alternating toeholds of rock protrusions that seem designed for smaller feet than mine. Walking along the narrow terrace walls is a meditation in focused attention. One side is a pit of deep mud and other is an eight to ten foot drop to mud and large rocks.

Clean, very comfortable, friendly staff

Great spot at the end of the city towards Batad. The rooms are spacious with two outlets, comfy bed, there is a hot shower, a toilet with toilet seat, a little kitchen area for washing dishes or making some coffee, a big terrace with tables and a great view, and you can get wifi and towels. What makes this spot special is that Elma can book EVERYTHING for you, from transportation to and from your bus in Banaue, transport to and from Batad (keep in mind that Batad has no reception, so you might have to purchase wifi time to tell her a time you want to come back), busses to Manilla or Sagada, she can even help with making some plans for tracks and sights. We left our bags there, went to Batad for one night and returned to Savta's house to pickup our bags, a shower and it was just a very comfy experience. Also, the food made in her nephews bar (5 min walk) is delicious, so ask her about that if you want some good food, and entertainment while eating (karaoke, pool, terrace with view).

Beautiful place the staff is very helpfull and nice

Really nice people. Lhoren answered all our questions and was able to help us arrange transportation to the Cauayan airport from Batad. She cooks great meals. Options for vegans and vegetarians. Great prices. Hot water. Laundry services. Squat toilets. Cheap WiFi vouchers available. Beautiful view from the rooftop and good location for all the hiking in Batad. You can hike independently, or Lhoren can help you get a guide. Value massages available, offered by people all around town. Everyone knows Lhoren. If you need help finding her place just ask around. Also, walking sticks available to use! We look forward to recommending this place to our friends and would stay again.

The staff (Jun and Karla) were attentive to our needs. They were nice and always happy to help. The location is great if you really want a nice overview of Batad Rice Terraces but be ready for a 20-min walk from the car park to the pension house. It was a bit of a struggle for us because we were not used to hiking and trekking.

Location of the accommodation was central to everything. The hosts were amazing and went out and beyond to make sure your stay was comfortable and enjoyable. They offer tours where Tani (owner) was our personal tour guide and made the tours super enjoyable and educated us on the area aswell. Tani also organized a private trip to Sagada which went beyond our expectorations.