Batad Rice Terraces district

Banaue Rice Terraces, Philippines

Home to the Viewpoint Restaurant and Batad Hillside Inn, nestled close to the terraces.

Places in Batad Rice Terraces district

Viewpoint Restaurant Sits at the Batad Rice Terraces Viewpoint, with wooden tables overlooking cascading greens under a thatched roof.
Batad Hillside Inn terrace bar A bar at the inn nestled close to the terraces, offering beautiful views right from the room.

Best time to visit: November to April offers drier weather for trekking the terraces, though the terraces are green and dramatic year-round.
Getting around: Banaue town serves as the main base, with the Batad Rice Terraces Viewpoint and its cluster of hillside inns reached by a separate trek or drive.
Currency: Philippine Peso (₱)
Language: Ifugao languages. Filipino and English are widely spoken.
Timezone: PHT (UTC+8)
Current trends: Banaue's tourism continues to center on preserving its 2,000-year-old UNESCO heritage, with homestay-style lodging like Banaue Homestay and Native Village Inn's 9.4 guest rating reflecting a community-based tourism model that channels visitor spending directly to the Ifugao communities who maintain the terraces.

Banaue town centre — Home to Sanafe Resort & Hotel, providing cozy lodging overlooking the terraces, blending modern comforts with highland charm.
Ifugao homestay villages — Home to Banaue Homestay, giving visitors a chance to connect with local hosts.