In the last few years, Cebu’s cultural and dining scenes really have blossomed.
Luckily, as diverse and eclectic as your experience in Cebu is, the Queen City of the South’s local hospitality industry has more than kept up with the international arena.
Proudly giving you our top ten picks of luxury resorts in Cebu for an ultimate staycation.
1. PLANTATION BAY RESORT & SPA
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Rooms
- Deluxe Room: ~₱15,500 per night
- Lagoon View Room: ~₱17,500 per night
- Pool Side Room: ~₱20,000 per night
- One-bedroom Suite: ~₱26,500 per night
Other Information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 505 9800
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Marigondon Beach Road, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
2. Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa
Known for its outstanding service and attention to details, ShangriLa Mactan is your lush garden retreat within a tropical paradise for a perfect staycation. They have elegant and really spacious rooms with minibars and breathtaking ocean views. They also have on-site activities like that of snorkeling and a massive pool complex with a waterslide.
Rooms
- Main Wing Deluxe Sea View Room: ₱19,000-21,000 per night
- Main Wing Deluxe Family Room: ₱22,000-24,000 per night
- Ocean Wing Premier Room: ~₱19,500 per night
- Ocean Wing Panorama Room: ~₱20,000 per night
Other Information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 231 0288
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
3. KANDAYA RESORT
Named in homage to Datu Daya, this resort resembles that of everything a datu would want his home would be. Kandaya offers an enviable mix of serenity, adventure, relaxation for a refreshed mind, body and spirit after your staycation.
Rooms
- Deluxe Room: ₱8,500 per night
- Premier Room: ₱10,850 per night
- Ocean View Suite: ₱16,100 per night
- Garden Villa: ₱10,850 per night
- Garden Pool Villa: ₱16,100 per night
- Beach Pool Villa: ₱17,280 per night
- Ocean Pool Villa: ₱19,350 per night
Other information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 260 6006
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact location: Agujo, Daanbantayan, Northern Cebu — 3 hours away from Mactan Airport, 4-5 hours away from Cebu City. The resort is located along the highway.
4. CRIMSON RESORT AND SPA
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Rooms
- Deluxe Room: ~₱9,000 per night
- Deluxe Garden Room: ~₱9,500 per night
- Private Pool Villa: ~₱22,500 per night
- Ocean Front Pool Villa: ~₱26,500 per night
Other Information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 401 9999
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Seascapes Resort Town, Soong, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
5. MOVENPICK HOTEL
Movenpick Hotel, a 5-star Mediterranean-inspired beachfront resort is home to the hugely popular dining and entertainment venue in Cebu. Fronting the beach, Movenpick Hotel is also surrounded by expansive marine life awaiting for your snorkeling visit. It is perfect for your luxury staycation for their passion is to make your dream moments happen.
Rooms
- Superior Atrium View: ~₱7,500 per night
- Deluxe Peninsula View: ~₱8,000 per night
- Suite Peninsula View: ~₱10,000 per night
- Suite Atrium View: ~₱9,500 per night
Other Information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 492 7777
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
6. JPARK ISLAND RESORT & WATERPARK
It’s almost the holidays and if you’re up for some water fun and adventure, this is where you should head on. They have 6-themed pools all for your liking and a private beach should you want your toes to meet the sand. JPark Island Resort & Waterpark is the perfect place to keep cool under the scorching heat of the sun.
Rooms
- Deluxe Room: ₱12,500 / night
- Deluxe Ocean: ₱13,500 / night
- Mactan Suite: ₱14,500 / night
- Mactan Suite Ocean View: ₱15,500 / night
- Jacuzzi Villa: ₱17,000 / night
Other Information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 494-5000 / 380-0000
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Maribago, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
7. DUSIT THANI RESORT
Elegance in all its forms is what Dusit Thani screams for. The 272-room, elegant Dusit Thani Resort delivers all the amenities expected of a luxury property. With a wide array of facilities and amenities to choose from, Dusit Thani is a perfect place for staycation and recreation. Look no further and wait no longer.
Rooms
- Deluxe Room (Sea View): ₱10,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- Premiere Deluxe: ₱10,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- Glamping Tent: ₱11,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- One Bedroom Suite: ₱18,700 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
Other information
- Online booking
- Contact number: (032) 888-1388
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu Lapu City — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
8. BADIAN ISLAND WELLNESS RESORT
If you’re up for recharging of your mind, body, and soul, Badian Island Wellness Resort offers a luxurious holistic well-being getaway. Though situated minutes away from the mainland, this island paradise in the Queen City of the South aims health and well-being to all of its guests while working in harmony with nature.
Rooms
- Junior Suite: ₱19,800 / night
- Family Suite: ₱21,100 / night
- Badian Suite: ₱25,700 / night
- Thalasso Pool Villa: ₱45,000 / night
Other information
- Online booking
- Contact numbers: (032) 401-3303 to 05 / (032) 475-0010
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact Location: Badian Island, southern Cebu — 4-5 hours away from Mactan Airport.
9. BLUEWATER SUMILON
With mysterious caves and pristine lagoons, Bluewater Sumilon is just another gem sitting on the beautiful island of Sumilon. Live that perfect island dream in Bluewater Sumilon and enjoy the treasures this island could offer. Have fun under the sun and relive that adventure.
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Rooms
- Deluxe Room (Sea View): ₱10,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- Premiere Deluxe: ₱10,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- Glamping Tent: ₱11,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- One Bedroom Suite: ₱18,700 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
Other information
- Online booking
- Contact numbers: (032) 416 3480 / (032) 416 3481 / 0917-631-7512 / 0998-964-1879
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact location: Sumilon Island, Oslob, Southern Cebu, — ~3-4 hours away from the city.
10. ABACA BOUTIQUE RESORT
One of the most exclusive boutique resorts in Cebu, Abaca Boutique Resorts is a tropical hideaway that offers the tranquility of private deluxe suites set in a lush tropical oceanfront retreat. Enjoy full luxury in their spacious suites and villas while you’re having your perfect staycation.
Rooms
- MASTER OCEANFRONT SUITE: ₱15,900 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- POOLSIDE OCEANFRONT SUITE: ₱17,600 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- PENTHOUSE OCEANFRONT SUITE: ₱18,800 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- GARDEN POOL VILLA: ₱21,900 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- OCEANFRONT SPA VILLA: ₱26,800 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
- SEAVIEW POOL VILLA: ₱27,500 /night, good for 2pax w/ breakfast
Other information
- Online booking
- Contact numbers: (032) 495-3461 / (032) 236-0311
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
Exact location: Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu Lapu City — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
