10 Hotels In and Near Cebu City for Every Budget
From staycation-worthy ones to prime tourist spots.
(SPOT.ph) People come to Cebu for a lot of reasons—the beaches, lechon, otap, dried mangoes, ngohiong, heck even the steamed rice is worth the travel. Yes, we did just list down food, basically. But if you’re traveling around this time in January, we probably know why. Every third Sunday of January is Sinulog, everyone’s favorite excuse to come to Cebu, and be it to pray or party, you’ll need a place to stay in the city. So we round up different hotels at different price points so you can find one that fits your budget and traveling style.
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The Cebu City hotels and hostels to stay at, from least to most pricey:
Yello Hotel
Wilson Street, Lahug, Cebu City
Contact: (032) 346-7775, 0917-849-4964
E-mail: info@yellohotel.ph
www.yellohotel.ph
Rates start at P550
What sets it apart: This boutique hotel prides itself on being “the only smart + design hotel in the heart of Cebu.” They’ve incorporated tech into their design so that you can even open your room and message the staff via an app on your phone. You can choose to book a bed in the dorm or get a room all to yourself.
The Flying Fish Boutique Hostel
8-10 Adelfa Street, El Dorado Subdivision, Cebu City
Contact: 0956-942-6273
E-mail: cebu@flyingfishhostel.com
www.flyingfishhostel.com
Rates start at P600
What sets it apart: The Flying Fish Boutique Hostel is in a class of its own if we’re talking aesthetics. The Instgrammable place is located in a residential neighborhood so you know you’ll be getting a good night’s sleep; but it’s also the location of a hip restaurant, Pilot Kitchen, so you can enjoy the city without leaving its premises. Private rooms and long stays are also available.
Asmara Urban Resort & Lifestyle Village
Paseo Saturnino, Maria Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City
Contact: 0917-708-1079, (032) 492-0035
E-mail: info@asmararesort.com or admin@asmararesort.com
www.asmaraurbanresort.com/
Rates start at P3,000
What sets it apart: Asmara is probably best known for its tennis court and bar. And thanks to the long years of the panini, it was the open-air space to hang out at. Its hotel is inspired by natural elements, so expect to see lots of wood in its design.
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino
Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City
Contact: 1-800-10-9376688
E-mail: wcch@waterfronthotels.net
www.waterfronthotels.com.ph/waterfront-cebu-city-hotel-casino/
Rates start at P3,200
What sets it apart: Waterfront is the indoor concert venue of the city. That alone should give you an idea of the scale of this hotel that kind of looks like the palace from Disney’s Aladdin. And before Nustar came into the scene, it used to be the city’s casino.
Summit Galleria Cebu
General Maxilom Avenue corner B. Benedicto Street, Cebu City, Cebu
Contact: 0968-635-7265
E-mail: reservations@summithotels.ph
www.summithotels.ph/hotels/summit-galleria-cebu
Rates start at P3,500
What sets it apart: If you want your hotel breakfast to be inside an actual mall, Summit Galleria is the one for you. This hotel’s lobby connects to Robinsons Galleria Cebu where you can find Dumaguete’s famous Sans Rival Cafe. Unusual pasalubong, check!
Bayfront Hotel Cebu - North Reclamation Area
Kaohsiung Street, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City
Contact: 0917-728-9912 or (032) 230-6777
E-mail: reservations_nr@bayfronthotelcebu.com
Northreclamation.bayfronthotelcebu.com
Rates start at P3,800
What sets it apart: Located right across SM City Cebu, Bayfront’s Reclamation branch is a practical choice for any budget-conscious tourist or even business traveler. The location makes it incredibly accessible—meaning that when all else fails, you can just walk to the mall.
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills, Apas, Cebu City
Contact: (032) 253-1111
E-mail: mpplaza@marcopolohotels.com
www.marcopolohotels.com/hotels/philippines/cebu/marco_polo_plaza/index.html
Rates start at P4,050
What sets it apart: The older generations will remember that Marco Polo used to be Cebu Plaza. From the name alone, you can probably tell this was a huge landmark, and it pretty much still is. Sure, the main draw is its gorgeous mountainside views, but that also means it’s a good drive away from the city—which may be a plus or a minus depending on the goals of your visit.
Cebu Parklane International Hotel
N. Escario Street, Cebu City
Contact: (032) 234-7000
E-mail: fosupervisor@parklanehotel.com.ph, reservation@parklanehotel.com.ph
www.parklanehotel.com.ph/
Rates start at P4,900
What sets it apart: Among the stays situated across Ayala Center Cebu, Parklane takes things up a notch above being a straightforward business hotel. Take their food, for example. They give their buffet curation extra attention and even have a special merienda-type one available in the afternoons.
Radisson Blu Cebu
Serging Osmena Boulevard, Cebu City
Contact: (032) 402-9900 or 505-1700
E-mail: reservations.cebu@radisson.com
www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-cebu/
Rates start at P5,530.41
What sets it apart: Radisson shares its block with SM City Cebu, complete with a dedicated pedestrian lane that connects the two. The location, services, and amenities all come together to give you that good ol’ value-for-money. Huge plus if you’re in it to go sightseeing around the city. And we can’t not give the food at Feria, their buffet restaurant, an honorable mention.
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Harolds Evotel
146 Gorordo Avenue corner Rosal Street, Kamputhaw, Cebu City
Contact: 0917-711-8828
E-mail: book.cebu@haroldsevotel.com
www.haroldsevotel.com/cebu/
Rates start at P6,000
What sets it apart: Harold’s is perfect for those who want a touch of luxury but don’t want to dig too deep in their wallet. Location-wise, the building stands alone so there’s not much nearby, but its central placement means it’ll be easy to get anywhere from here.
Quest Hotel & Conference Center – Cebu
Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu City
Contact: (032) 230-5888
E-mail: cebuinfo@questhotelsandresorts.com
www.questhotelsandresorts.com/cebu/
Rates start at P8,200
What sets it apart: Quest is another business hotel situated across Ayala Center Cebu. This one mixes in that luxe hotel stay with a bunch of amenities, including a swimming pool, function rooms for corporate and social use, and more. Pro tip: there’s usually a discount floating around online.
bai Hotel Cebu
City South Special Economic Administrative Zone, Mandaue City
Contact: (032) 342-8888 or 888-2500
Email: info@baihotel.com.ph
www.baihotels.com
Rates start at P9,000
What sets it apart: bai Hotel Cebu is in its own little part of Cebu in Mandaue City—though it’s only a five-to-ten-minute ride from SM City Cebu. Whether you’re here for a staycation (just take a look at that infinity pool and we can’t not mention all the food spots located here) or a sightseeing tour, this upscale stay has you covered.