The Forest Is My Backyard –MILE HI INN
Exactly a mile above sea level, Mile Hi Inn exudes an unmatched dramatic flair –n cabin windows witnessing the rise and fall of the mountains, the mist caught in between the slender trunks of trees, the sunrise and sunset from angles unheard of. The forest is my backyard – is a claim only Mile Hi and its guests can make, and for that it is worth the hike.
The serene expanse of Camp John Hay in Baguio City is this unique hotel’s fortress, and it blends with the simplicity of the surroundings. Muted, earth tones dominate the interiors of the hotel; the rooms laid out into a functional spread of beds, storage, lighting and sink. Nothing superfluous here, just the essentials of a comfortable stay. After a day in the city, one descends into the Mile Hi entrance almost instantly overcome by a sense of calm.
The hotel opened its doors to the public on February 12 this year, with the simple desire to please its guests with a place to shop, located at the heart of Camp John Hay, conveniently close to the necessities of modern living like shops, restaurants and parks. Mile Hi guests may opt to shop at the Mile Hi Commissary or at the various sports and souvenir shops in the vicinity such as Camp Nike, Adidas and Sportsmart. Or they can dine and unwind at Joe Steakhouse and Dencio’s bar and Grill.
Mile Hi Inn offers eight forest view rooms, four standard rooms and four dorm rooms – all with toilet and bath, hot and cold running water, 24-hour standby power, cable TV and ceiling fans. The rooms faintly smell of pine, like the forest outside, and are neat and comfy. Cushy beds provide a nice refuge after a day of shopping and sightseeing.
Aside from offering the usual comforts provided by hotels, Mile Hi exudes security, perhaps because of its secluded and guarded environment, as well as a retreat-perfect ambiance, arousing in one the desire to explore – the garden of pines in particular, with its uncrossable hanging bridge, steep slopes and the flowing stream.
I personally felt an air of mystery, the kind perfect for retreats, field trips and vacations with friends. Ideal for groups for its spacious rooms and inexpensive packages, Mile Hi is a place that is much like home – clean, comfy and cozy, just like what the hotel’s brochure says.
One of its many charms is the “outdoor” sink, that is, a sink and mirror installed outside the bathroom. The concept, taken from a hotel in Pakistan, was adopted for its practicality. It allows other people to use the sink even when someone is inside the comport room. This odd yet charming characteristic is a favorite of many guests.
Mile Hi also showcases on its walls a parade of framed, genuinely old photographs of Hay. It is the only facility inside the Camp to have such interesting pieces, primarily because of its historical past. “Mile Hi Inn,” the name, referred to an old recreation center at Camp John hay, while Mile Hi Inn, the place, had been a storage room of the Americans until the early 90’s. The area surrounding the present hotel used to be the “elbow center” of the security police.
Given such quaint surroundings, rich history and unparalleled natural environment, Mile Hi Inn is truly a standout among other hotels in Baguio City. After all, only here can one wake up to the scent of real pine seeping through a dewy window pane, and what better way to enjoy the City of Pines than having the forest as your very own backyard.
For inquiries, call Mile hi Inn at 074-4466141..
Chonx Tibajia, November 7, 2004,The Philippine Star
The serene expanse of Camp John Hay in Baguio City is this unique hotel’s fortress, and it blends with the simplicity of the surroundings. Muted, earth tones dominate the interiors of the hotel; the rooms laid out into a functional spread of beds, storage, lighting and sink. Nothing superfluous here, just the essentials of a comfortable stay. After a day in the city, one descends into the Mile Hi entrance almost instantly overcome by a sense of calm.
The hotel opened its doors to the public on February 12 this year, with the simple desire to please its guests with a place to shop, located at the heart of Camp John Hay, conveniently close to the necessities of modern living like shops, restaurants and parks. Mile Hi guests may opt to shop at the Mile Hi Commissary or at the various sports and souvenir shops in the vicinity such as Camp Nike, Adidas and Sportsmart. Or they can dine and unwind at Joe Steakhouse and Dencio’s bar and Grill.
Mile Hi Inn offers eight forest view rooms, four standard rooms and four dorm rooms – all with toilet and bath, hot and cold running water, 24-hour standby power, cable TV and ceiling fans. The rooms faintly smell of pine, like the forest outside, and are neat and comfy. Cushy beds provide a nice refuge after a day of shopping and sightseeing.
Aside from offering the usual comforts provided by hotels, Mile Hi exudes security, perhaps because of its secluded and guarded environment, as well as a retreat-perfect ambiance, arousing in one the desire to explore – the garden of pines in particular, with its uncrossable hanging bridge, steep slopes and the flowing stream.
I personally felt an air of mystery, the kind perfect for retreats, field trips and vacations with friends. Ideal for groups for its spacious rooms and inexpensive packages, Mile Hi is a place that is much like home – clean, comfy and cozy, just like what the hotel’s brochure says.
One of its many charms is the “outdoor” sink, that is, a sink and mirror installed outside the bathroom. The concept, taken from a hotel in Pakistan, was adopted for its practicality. It allows other people to use the sink even when someone is inside the comport room. This odd yet charming characteristic is a favorite of many guests.
Mile Hi also showcases on its walls a parade of framed, genuinely old photographs of Hay. It is the only facility inside the Camp to have such interesting pieces, primarily because of its historical past. “Mile Hi Inn,” the name, referred to an old recreation center at Camp John hay, while Mile Hi Inn, the place, had been a storage room of the Americans until the early 90’s. The area surrounding the present hotel used to be the “elbow center” of the security police.
Given such quaint surroundings, rich history and unparalleled natural environment, Mile Hi Inn is truly a standout among other hotels in Baguio City. After all, only here can one wake up to the scent of real pine seeping through a dewy window pane, and what better way to enjoy the City of Pines than having the forest as your very own backyard.
For inquiries, call Mile hi Inn at 074-4466141..
Chonx Tibajia, November 7, 2004,The Philippine Star
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