Good news! This February 8 to 11, 2018 the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta returns to Clark, Pampanga. If you're already itching to check out the spectacular flying exhibitions and the on-the-ground activities, then you may want to check out our list of places of where to stay during the Hot Air Balloon Festival

The three-star Azzurro Hotel is a fine choice for those looking for accommodations that doesn’t scrimp on aesthetics. The hotel has 118 elegantly appointed rooms, as well as a panoramic view of Mount Arayat from its Terrazza Roof Deck Restaurant.

Location. Located along the McArthur Highway, the Azzurro Hotel is a 11-minute drive from the Omni Aviation Corporation, the venue of this year’s festival.

Rates. Room rates start at P4,500, inclusive of breakfast. However, if you’re a Traveloka member or book through the app, you get a 5% discount and only need to pay P4,275.

Located inside the Clark Freeport Zone, the 5-star Midori Clark Hotel and Casino is certainly a great place to stay at. With 111 rooms, guests have their pick of where to stay in. There’s also a swimming pool and a recreation room where guests can keep themselves entertained when not at the Hot Air Balloon Festival.

Location. The Midori Clark and Hotel Casino’s location inside Clark Freeport Zone makes it worth the slightly higher price tag. It’s a 12-minute drive from the festival venue, and is also near other attractions like the Nayong Pilipino.

Rates. If you’re a Traveloka member or book through the app, you get a 5% discount on the Midori’s room rates. Rather than paying P7,800, you only shell out P7,410, inclusive of breakfast.

When you’re looking for luxury, stay at the Quest Hotel and Conference Center Clark. There are 303 refurbished rooms that guests can choose from, as well as a tapas bar, a restaurant, a playground for the kids and a sprawling golf course.

Location. The Quest Hotel and Conference Center Clark is also inside the Clark Freeport Zone, which puts it at just an 11-minute drive from the festival venue.

Rates. The Quest Hotel and Conference Center Clark is offering a huge 53% discount on all rooms except the Club Deluxe Room. This means room rates start at P4497.90, rather than the usual P9,570, and is inclusive of breakfast.

This 3-star accommodation is for travelers on a budget. Aside from six fully air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, the DM Residente Hotel also has a restaurant, a pool, a billiards table, and a basketball court to keep guests entertained when they’re not at the Hot Air Balloon Festival.Location. The DM Residente Hotel is located along Aporico Street. From its location, getting to the venue is a 13-minute drive.Rates. Room rates start at P1,374.25. However, if you stay for a minimum of three nights, you get a 10% discount and only need to pay P1,236.83.Back to top

Composed of five villas, the DM Residente Villas is the choice for families looking to enjoy the Hot Air Balloon Festival. All five villas have two bedrooms -- one with a single bed and another with a double bed. It also has a living room and a kitchen, so families or barkadas can really feel at home. Location. The DM Residente Villas are located along Surla Street, which means families only need to take an 11-minute drive to get to the event's venue.Rates. Staying at the DM Residente Villas for a minimum of three days gets you a 10% discount. Rather than paying P5,198, you only need to shell out P4,678.20.Back to top

For families or barkadas looking for a place to stay, the DM Residente Resort has everything they need. Aside from air-conditioning, WiFi access, and a kitchen to cook food in, the DM Residente Resort also has a pool for guests to luxuriate in.

Location. The DM Residente Resort shares an address with the DM Residente Hotel, and as such is equally accessible to the festival venue. From the resort, travelers only need to drive for 11 minutes to get to the Omni Aviation Corporation.

Rates. Room rates at the DM Residente Resort start at P4,278, but you can get a 10% discount if you stay for a minimum of 3 days. You instead only need to pay P3,850.20.

With these hotel recommendations, you’re sure to find it easy to get to and fro the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. Book your room now with Traveloka!