Citadines Amigo Iloilo
8.7 out of 10 from 320 reviewsIloilo City
Full kitchen · 29–60 m² · Sleeps 3
from €105 night
Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Iloilo City
12 stays · 9 aparthotels and 3 serviced apartments
Iloilo City is one of the Philippines' main outsourcing hubs outside Metro Manila, and aparthotels and serviced apartments suit the people it draws: project teams and new hires who need a kitchen and a desk for weeks or months, families visiting relatives, and food travellers in no hurry to leave a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Apartment-style stays give you room to settle in, and the city's malls and markets make self-catering easy.
12 stays
Where to stay in Iloilo City
Iloilo Business Park
- business travel
- long stays
- dining
Iloilo Business Park in Mandurriao was developed on the site of the city's former airport and is now home to Festive Walk Mall, restaurants and IT-BPM offices. Point-to-point buses run between the park and the airport, which makes it a practical base for work trips and longer assignments.
Stays in or near Iloilo Business Park
- Jhezzstuffs staycation · about 200 m away
- AVIDA ATRIA Tower 3 · about 800 m away
- Avida Towers Atria 1 BR with Balcony by CM Homes · about 700 m away
- Kathy's Place at Style Residences · about 500 m away
Smallville and SM City (Mandurriao)
- nightlife
- shopping
- first-time visitors
Mandurriao is the city's modern business and nightlife district. The Smallville Business Complex has a riverside boardwalk of restaurants, and SM City Iloilo, the city's largest mall, is close by and is a pick-up point for the airport shuttle. The Iloilo River Esplanade, a long linear park along the river, is within reach for walks and runs.
Stays in or near Smallville and SM City (Mandurriao)
- AVIDA ATRIA Tower 3 · about 500 m away
- Avida Towers Atria 1 BR with Balcony by CM Homes · about 700 m away
- Kathy's Place at Style Residences · about 1.2 km away
- 324 Tower 1 Avida Iloilo Pool View Comfy Cozy Central · about 700 m away
City Proper
- heritage
- ferries
- budget
City Proper is the historic and commercial centre. Its showpiece is Calle Real (J. M. Basa Street), lined with late 19th- and early 20th-century neoclassical and art deco buildings, and passenger ferries to Guimaras leave from Parola Wharf on Fort San Pedro Drive.
Stays in or near City Proper
- Citadines Amigo Iloilo · about 400 m away
Jaro
- heritage
- families
- quieter stays
Jaro is known for its ancestral houses, Jaro Cathedral and the Jaro Belfry, built by the Spanish as a watchtower. Jaro Plaza is one of the pick-up points for the airport shuttle, which makes the district a convenient heritage base.
Stays in or near Jaro
- Iloilo Staycation with a Pool, Gym and Playroom · about 1.1 km away
Molo
- heritage
- food
- long stays
Molo is another heritage district with ancestral houses, centred on the Gothic Revival Molo Church (St Anne's), built in 1831 and nicknamed the 'feminist church' for its 16 statues of female saints. It also gave its name to pancit Molo, one of Iloilo's signature dishes.
Stays in or near Molo
- AVIDA ATRIA Tower 3 · about 1.2 km away
- Avida Towers Atria 1 BR with Balcony by CM Homes · about 1.2 km away
- 324 Tower 1 Avida Iloilo Pool View Comfy Cozy Central · about 1.1 km away
Getting around Iloilo City
Iloilo International Airport is in Cabatuan, about 24 km north-west of the city proper, with flights to Manila, Cebu, Davao and a few international routes. A shuttle service runs to SM City Iloilo and Jaro Plaza, point-to-point buses serve Iloilo Business Park, and taxis wait at the terminal. Fast ferries to Bacolod leave from the Iloilo Fastcraft Terminal in Lapuz, passenger boats to Guimaras from Parola Wharf, and longer routes run to Cebu and Manila.
Around town, jeepneys are the cheapest way to travel, with taxis, Grab cars and tricycles for door-to-door trips. The Iloilo River Esplanade, a 10 km linear park along the river, gives a walking route, and bicycles and electric scooters can be rented.
Living in Iloilo City for longer
For everyday shopping, SM City Iloilo, Robinsons Iloilo and Robinsons Jaro each have a supermarket, and the Jaro, La Paz and Mandurriao public markets have their own market days. Eat as locals do at La Paz Market, home of La Paz batchoy, the noodle soup with pork, liver and chicharrón that is the city's best-known dish.
Business travellers usually settle in Mandurriao, close to the offices of Iloilo Business Park, while City Proper is handier for heritage walks and ferry trips to Guimaras. If you are relocating for work, our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
When to visit Iloilo City
Iloilo has a tropical climate with a dry season from December to May and a wet season from June to November. The highlight of the year is the Dinagyang Festival in January, honouring the Santo Niño with street dancing, tribal performances and costumes; it is one of the biggest celebrations in the country, so book well ahead if you want to be there.
The city sits on the south-east coast of Panay, facing the Iloilo Strait and the island of Guimaras, and is made up of seven districts: City Proper, Jaro, Molo, Mandurriao, La Paz, Lapuz and Arevalo. Ferries cross to Bacolod on neighbouring Negros, and flights link it with Manila and Cebu City. See all our Philippines destinations.
Long-stay tips for Iloilo City
Of the 12 properties here, 5 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 3 include some form of housekeeping and 9 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.
12 properties list a full kitchen and 0 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 28 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel brands in Iloilo City
Brands with properties here include Citadines (1).
Other cities in Philippines
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Manila, Cebu City, Davao City, Tagaytay, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Makati and Parañaque.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Iloilo City?
Mandurriao, including Iloilo Business Park and Smallville, is the most popular base for business travellers and for dining and nightlife. Jaro and Molo suit visitors interested in heritage churches and ancestral houses, while City Proper is closest to the ferries.
How do I get from Iloilo Airport to the city?
The airport is in Cabatuan, about 24 km north-west of the city proper. A shuttle runs to SM City Iloilo and Jaro Plaza, point-to-point buses go to Iloilo Business Park, and taxis are available.
When is the Dinagyang Festival?
Dinagyang is held every January in Iloilo City. It honours the Santo Niño with street dancing and tribal performances and draws very large crowds.
How do I get from Iloilo City to Bacolod?
Fast ferries run from the Iloilo Fastcraft Terminal in Lapuz to Bacolod on Negros. Passenger ferries to Guimaras leave from Parola Wharf in City Proper.
How do you get around Iloilo City?
Jeepneys are the most affordable option, and taxis, Grab cars and tricycles cover door-to-door trips. The Iloilo River Esplanade is good for walking, and bicycles can be rented.
How many aparthotels are there in Iloilo City?
We currently list 12 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Iloilo City.
Do aparthotels in Iloilo City have kitchens?
12 of the 12 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Iloilo City have a washing machine?
5 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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