Sanafe Lodge
Banaue Trade Center, Banaue, Luzon Philippines
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Super love the lodge! Great service and extra friendly staff coupled with good food and great ambiance. Definitely going back! The view from the Deluxe room was awesome plus it was private from the rest of the rooms
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Date of stay: December 2022
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We stayed at Sanafe for a couple of days and enjoyed our stay very much. The hotel has a great restaurant, nice staff and an incredible balcony with an excellent view over the rice fields. Furthermore the staff can contact the best guide in town: Meanthe (Minda). She is a wonderful woman, and we really enjoyed her company on our three days hike through the rice fields. She is from the town her self and she knows everything needed to be known. We can’t recommend Minda enough.
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Firstly, one must understand accomodation standards in the Northern Philippines are fairly basic. For a lot of rooms, even having a powerpoint is considered on the higher end of luxury and so people need to lower their expectations accordingly. My wife and I stayed at Sanafe lodge for a night while on recent trip to banauae. We paid 1200PP, which was double the cost of the adjacent accomodation but it was of a much higher standard. Here are a few of my thoughts. PROS * Clean * Location - It's located near the main drag of banauae and a couple of hundred metres from the bus station. However, its rooms are on the valley side of the hotel so you don't get heavy street related noise which is good. * Hot water worked * Service from the hotel was good * Restaurant - The restaurant has a patio that overviews the town of banaue including it's rice terraces. The food was decent although like in most of the Philippines, the service was slow * Rooms - Fairly decent size with comfortable beds. The whole place is made from thick wood which gives a cosy 'log cabin' type feel. CONS * Wifi didn't reach the rooms and was scatty. * Bathroom - Toilet and shower not seperate * Noise - Did get some noise from the valley coming in through the window in the early morning. Overall this was the best of the fairly low standard banuae accomodation and I would recommend it to others.…
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Cheap lodge and restaurant on the main square, it boasts a beautiful view on the rice terraces from the veranda where you can have breakfast, a drink or dinner. The rooms are basic, bed and a small table with a drawer, but there is a touch of coquettishness in the details (Ifugao embroidery in curtains and decorations, choice of colours, hanging paintings) so that the atmosphere is pleasant. The bathroom has a small wash-basin and an area shared by toilet and shower, no possibility not to flood the toilet when you shower. But the water is warm (not hot) and soap is provided. There are no electric outlets but you can recharge in the lobby for free (other places in Banaue charge you and the absence of room plugging is the rule). There is no WiFi anywhere on the premises. Don’t expect your room to be cleaned every day. The owner is extremely kind, helpful and talkative and so are the other people working there, it’s a pleasure to stay. The restaurant offer decent Filipino dishes and a good choice for breakfast. No credit cards are accepted.…
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Date of stay: November 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Susan P, Owner at Sanafe Lodge
Responded 7 Nov 2018
Thank you for your review Laura. I apologise about the wifi. Smartbro mobile data is very erratic up in the mountains. Unfortunately, cable internet is not available anymore. As for cleaning of rooms, we have a sign in the room that states that should our guests require cleaning, for them to request such at the reception.
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There isn't really much reason to stay in Banaue unless you are visiting the rice terraces of Bataad which is what we did. We stayed 2 nights here at Sanafe Lodge and it was fine. It is very simple accommodation but at the upper end for Banaue. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the views from the terrace while having a beer and watching life go by are really good. Our room was very clean and tidy, we had a queen deluxe room with our own bathroom and plenty of hot water (advance warning... you cannot flush toilet paper... think that through :). Breakfast was good... the pancakes are excellent.
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My family and I stayed at this rustic lodge and restaurant situated on a hillside with a lovely outdoor restaurant with an amazing view for 3 nights. The staff for both the lodge and restaurant provides great and friendly service. I highly recommend eating at their outdoor restaurant (breakfast, lunch or dinner) with a lovely view and bird watching in the day time. The food is delicious! Enjoy the fresh cool breeze in the evenings and wake up to the sound of roosters at sunrise. In room massage service is available upon request. Conveniently located in a central area walking distance to several restaurants, markets and money exchange services.
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Date of stay: June 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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This hotel / lodge / restaurant is located in the central area of Banaue. I stopped on night on a road journey from Sagada to Manila via Cagayan Valley highway. The owner, Maam Susan, was a charming character. Other staff were helpful. Food served in the restaurant, both for evening meal and breakfast, was excellent. The restaurant has interesting decorations.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Susan P, Owner at Sanafe Lodge
Responded 17 May 2018
Thank you for your kind words. We hope to see you again. Safe travels always!
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This hotel has a lovely outdoor restaurant with a stunning view. Perched on the side of the hill, we enjoyed eating outside and relaxing in the quiet atmosphere after a long drive from Manila and after a day hiking the rice terraces. Rooms are simple but adequate. There was space for 3 to sleep and store our luggage. There was 1 outlet in the room for the fan which we could use to recharge our phones.
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Susan P, Owner at Sanafe Lodge
Responded 17 May 2018
Thank you for your review. Safe travels always!
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We enjoyed the nice food. Also a place for travelers to stay! Right in the middle of the town. Lovely waranda overlooking the town. We had chicken curry it was mild and nice served with rice and the price was very cheap 170 p. Recomended!!!!
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Susan P, Owner at Sanafe Lodge
Responded 17 May 2018
Thank you for your review. Yes our Chicken Curry is one of our bestsellers. Safe travels always!
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Summery: * Staff very friendly and accommodating * Rooms clean and as spacious as you will get * Reliable hot water * Probably the best view for breakfast! * WiFi was pretty good too * You're highly encouraged to get back before 9pm so they can lock up... Not the place to party!
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Date of stay: December 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Susan P, Owner at Sanafe Lodge
Responded 17 May 2018
Thank you for your review. Banaue has a 10pm curfew so we encourage our guests to come back to the lodge early. Safe travels always!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sanafe Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Sanafe Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Banaue Rice Terraces (1.5 km) and Hapao Rice Terraces (7.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Sanafe Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and laundry service.
What food & drink options are available at Sanafe Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sanafe Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include 7th Heaven's Cafe & Lodge, Le Bistro, and Las Vegas Lodge & Restaurant.