When in Sagada, there are a lot of small inns and lodges to stay in. One of them is Sagada Homestay which is located near the town's municipal hall.
There are a lot of mixed reviews on this place but for us, it was the most convenient. Since we were so busy, we almost forgot to look for a place to stay in advance and so, days before our trip, we tried to contact them, and since they are the only one who offered us some place, we booked on them.
However, as we got there, it seems our booking wasn't listed and we got worried that we cannot have any place to stay. Fortunately, Karen, the owner gave us a vacant room for four and since we will just use it to sleep in, she allowed us to stay and promised that we'll be transferred the next day. However, since the room will not be used, she allowed us to stay there on the second night for the price we agreed on, PHP250 per night. She would ask for more upon our check out but since we have a text message evidence of her giving that rate to us, she agreed reluctantly. Just a piece of advice, do keep those agreement in handy in case they get to ask for more than what you agreed on.
The place is quite difficult to reach since it is on the uphill. There is a shortcut area from town where you will pass on the sides of the houses to the home stay. The main entrance is in the other side of the road but it is quite difficult to go there since it is uphill. You get to the main house so that they can show you your room. They also have rooms separated from the main house and there is where we were led. They have a small bonfire area outside where guests can gather at night and socialize with the other travelers checked in there.
Our room was a room for four with four single beds. It is on the second floor and there are two rooms below. We all share a common toilet and bath and since there are only a few guests there, it is not that crowded.
The room itself is nice. Everything is made of wood. They don't have cabinets but there is an area where you can hang your stuff. There is also a large mirror and some tables and outlets available for guests. Everything is clean as we got to our room and it was nice. They offer a free wifi service but it doesn't reach our area, good thing my network's signal is strong there and I can get internet access.
The toilet and bath are clean and they have a hot shower which is not that easy to figure out. It is just a bit cramped and the hanging areas are a bit high. Maybe they intend it for foreign guests but they should also have thought of locals who are a bit short like me.
Our room offers a nice view of the village below. The air there is cool and we allowed the wind to blow inside. We didn't need any fans to keep us cool. However, keep the curtains closed as small insects can enter you room and bug you as you sleep. It is also nice to keep it close at night since it is very clod there especially in the early hours of the morning.
Overall, accommodation there is nice and comfortable. The basic amenities are available and even if other reviews says that they are not that friendly there, we felt at home and well rested in their rooms. Besides, we went there to have a hell of an adventure and not just stay in the inn. It served it purpose of providing us with a nice and comfortable place to stay.
Sagda Homestay
Contact Karen - sagadahomestay@yahoo.com.ph
+63 919 702 8380
+63 918 717 3524
+63 919 498 2181
More on my Sagada Adventure:
Birthday Weekend at Sagada
There are a lot of mixed reviews on this place but for us, it was the most convenient. Since we were so busy, we almost forgot to look for a place to stay in advance and so, days before our trip, we tried to contact them, and since they are the only one who offered us some place, we booked on them.
However, as we got there, it seems our booking wasn't listed and we got worried that we cannot have any place to stay. Fortunately, Karen, the owner gave us a vacant room for four and since we will just use it to sleep in, she allowed us to stay and promised that we'll be transferred the next day. However, since the room will not be used, she allowed us to stay there on the second night for the price we agreed on, PHP250 per night. She would ask for more upon our check out but since we have a text message evidence of her giving that rate to us, she agreed reluctantly. Just a piece of advice, do keep those agreement in handy in case they get to ask for more than what you agreed on.
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| the main house |
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| reminders and policies |
The place is quite difficult to reach since it is on the uphill. There is a shortcut area from town where you will pass on the sides of the houses to the home stay. The main entrance is in the other side of the road but it is quite difficult to go there since it is uphill. You get to the main house so that they can show you your room. They also have rooms separated from the main house and there is where we were led. They have a small bonfire area outside where guests can gather at night and socialize with the other travelers checked in there.
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| our home for three days |
Our room was a room for four with four single beds. It is on the second floor and there are two rooms below. We all share a common toilet and bath and since there are only a few guests there, it is not that crowded.
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| table outside the house |
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| a place to relax |
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| inside the house |
The room itself is nice. Everything is made of wood. They don't have cabinets but there is an area where you can hang your stuff. There is also a large mirror and some tables and outlets available for guests. Everything is clean as we got to our room and it was nice. They offer a free wifi service but it doesn't reach our area, good thing my network's signal is strong there and I can get internet access.
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| toilet and bath |
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| toilet area |
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| shower area |
The toilet and bath are clean and they have a hot shower which is not that easy to figure out. It is just a bit cramped and the hanging areas are a bit high. Maybe they intend it for foreign guests but they should also have thought of locals who are a bit short like me.
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| our room |
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| the bed with clean sheets |
Our room offers a nice view of the village below. The air there is cool and we allowed the wind to blow inside. We didn't need any fans to keep us cool. However, keep the curtains closed as small insects can enter you room and bug you as you sleep. It is also nice to keep it close at night since it is very clod there especially in the early hours of the morning.
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| view from our room's window |
Overall, accommodation there is nice and comfortable. The basic amenities are available and even if other reviews says that they are not that friendly there, we felt at home and well rested in their rooms. Besides, we went there to have a hell of an adventure and not just stay in the inn. It served it purpose of providing us with a nice and comfortable place to stay.
Sagda Homestay
Contact Karen - sagadahomestay@yahoo.com.ph
+63 919 702 8380
+63 918 717 3524
+63 919 498 2181
More on my Sagada Adventure:
Birthday Weekend at Sagada
13 comments:
hi.. im so glad i found ur page.. me and my friend plans to backpack sagada this feb. but we are so clueless. and all the info in the net is getting us more confused.. can u help us please?
Hello! i'm sorry for the late reply, I hope you had a nice trip there. I was back this March, and if in case your trip didn't push through, I would gladly help you plan it. :)
Trip ko sana pumunta mag isa, could you tell me paano? thanks!
Hi Anonymous, you can go to Baguio and then ride a bus going to Sagada. It is a long ride but the destination is worth it.
There is also an alternate way from Banaue, but I don't know how.
Good Luck! :)
Hello. Your blog turns up as one of the top results for Sagada Homestay. Grats!
If there's a way to correct the contact info, kindly change the email address to: sagadahomestay@yahoo.com.ph
Happy travels!
hi :) ask lang 1 group kami around 10-13 people.. yung buong house ba o may mga kasama kaming ibang guest?
I think pwede nyo na i-rent yung buong house. Depende naman din yun sa usapan nyu, pero for sure, sa isang room, magkakasama kayo, kung may ibang guests, sa ibang room sila :)
Hi El Tiburón Grande, thanks for the update! :)
How can I contact them??? Tnx
Hi! Check if the numbers I posted above still works. Not really sure if they changed, It has been a while since I stayed there. :)
Hi. Really appreciate your blog. May I please ask, how much does it cost to get myself to Sagada (Manila-Sagada)? Is it doable to plan on a 2-stop trip: Manila - Banaue - Sagada - Manila? Are there tours and inns in Banaue and Sagada? What are the other things to do in both Banaue and Sagada? How long does the trip take? Would really appreciate a reply. Thanks and God bless!
would appreciate an email please:maryloualcoseba@gmail.com
Hi, I linked your article to my blog. I hope it's okay. Check it out here: https://penzu.com/journals/10988878/11251833
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