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Top 8 Co-Working Spaces in Cebu

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People in this day and age, may it be through business, social influence, or whatnot, are starting to create a brand/name for themselves. But then, it is undeniable that most of these startup founders experience one common problem: limited budget to pay for a dedicated office space where they could work and meet with clients.

However, fret no more, as this problem has already been solved with the presence of a new workplace environment popularly known as a co-working space.

A co-working space is a shared work environment especially for small business founders, freelancers and remote workers. This new innovation has become a trend in recent years, hence, the growth of these spaces globally which includes, of course, our beloved city.

Here’s a list of the popular co-working hubs here in Cebu:

1. Workplace Cafe

A great co-working place perfect for studying and working within a café experience. It provides its customers good internet connection, comfy seats and lots of power outlets.

  • Opening hours: 10AM to 6AM daily
  • Contact number: 401-3324
  • Rates:    
    • Hourly: ₱50 (for first hour), ₱35 (succeeding hours)
    • Daily Space Rental: ₱280
    • Conference Room: ₱750 for the 1st hour, good for 8pax (600 for the succeeding hours)
  • Branches:
    • Main branch: Ramos St., Cebu City – right across City Suites or St. Paul College
    • Banawa branch:  #2 Autogas Station, Banawa, Guadalupe, Cebu City
    • Mandaue branch: Jamestown, Mantawe Ave., Tipolo, Mandaue City, Cebu — in between Chong Hua and Parkmall.

2. MURALS HOSTEL & CAFE

This hostel is very helpful to digital nomad backpackers. With its clean rooms, cozy interiors, it really sets up your working mood.

  • Opening hours: 7AM to 12MN daily
  • Contact number: 0998 152 2197
  • Rates: 
    • ₱150 for 3 hours
    • ₱250 for 6 hours
    • ₱350 Whole Day (7AM to 12MN)
  • Location: Corner President Roxas and President Magsaysay Streets, Cebu City — few meters away from Castle Peak Hotel.

3. THE HIVE

Hive co-working space offers beautiful shared spaces, convenience, speedy internet connection to boot, comfortable desk stations, delish array of food options, and many more. This place is truly a great choice.

  • Opening hours: 8AM – 4AM daily
  • Contact Number: 564-2917
  • Rates: 
    • ₱50 (first hour) and ₱40 (succeeding hours)
    • ₱399 (daily rate)
  • Location: G/F Arellano Square Building, N. Escario St., Cor Tojong St., Cebu City
Photo from The Hive Facebook Page
Photo from The Hive Facebook Page

4. iiOffice

A clean and modern co-working space which is just a 12-minute walk to Ayala Mall. It is best known for its cozy and creative atmosphere. It also offers good internet speed and relaxing lounges.

  • Opening hours: 9AM to 7PM daily
  • Contact Number: 256-6608
  • Rates:    
    • Hot desk / Open Plan: ₱300 /day
    • Hot desk / Open Plan: ₱4,000 /month
  • Location: 2nd Floor, Arinda V. Paras Bldg., Don Gil Garcia St., Cebu City

5. ASpace

This co-working space is considered as home to some of Cebu’s creative professionals, and startup, independent businesses. It provides its customers with cozy interiors, and laid-back community vibe.

  • Opening hours: 24/7
  • Contact Number: (032) 888 7656
  • Rates:
    • ₱500 /day (1-day pass)
    • ₱10,000 /month (Dedicated Desk)
    • ₱50,000 /month (Private Office)
  • Location: Unit KLM, Crossroads Mall, Gov. M Cuenco Avenue, Cebu City

6. The Company

The Company is famous for its view and natural lighting which greatly contributes to its customers’ productivity. Their staff is also very friendly and hospitable.

  • Opening hours: 9AM to 7PM on Mondays to Fridays
  • Contact Numbers: 0995-104-0499 / 0905-520-2689 / 0943-828-6398
  • Rates:
    • ₱400 per day
    • ₱2,000 for Flexi Pass (8-Day Access)
    • ₱1,500 per week
    • ₱6,500 per month
    • ₱9,000 per month (with 24/7 access and dedicated desk)
  • Branches:
    • G/F Bldg. 4, JDN Square, P. Remedio Street, Banilad, Mandaue City
    • 15th Floor of HM Tower, in front of Calyx Center, Cebu IT Park

NOTE: Their co-working space are not open on weekends and regular Philippine holidays. However, only members with 24/7 access can use the space anytime, even on holidays.

7. OpenMind

OpenMind space is perfect for the young professionals and startup founders – with its speedy internet connection, cozy atmosphere, quiet environment and easy access to restaurants, their customers will likely be very productive.

  • Opening hours: 24/7
  • Contact Number: 0917 710 6852
  • Rates:    
    • ₱500 per day shift (8AM to 10PM)
    • ₱400 per night shift (10PM to 8AM)
    • ₱9,000 per month with dedicated desk
  • Location: 9th Floor, Mabuhay Tower, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City

8. NomadsHub.ph

With their friendly rate, customers will definitely be blown away by what Nomad’s Hub could offer. They also provide very good internet connection. Every peso spent at this co-working space is definitely worth it.

  • Opening hours: 24 hours
  • Contact Number: 348-0071
  • Rates: 
    • ₱35 /hour
    • ₱300 /day
    • ₱4,500 /month
    • Note: They all offer a bed for as low as ₱550 for those who wish to work overnight.
  • Location: Building F, Unit 1 YAP, Ramos Street, Cebu City — near Baseline Residences.

Try out these co-working spaces in the city and be ready to make new friends, strengthen connections, create new ideas, and share them to the world!

Bayfront Hotel: The Perfect Choice When Visiting Cebu

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Boastfully standing at the North Reclamation area across SM City Cebu, Bayfront Hotel Cebu is a modern business hotel that features a distinctive design reflective of a shipping industry. It showcases a wave-like accent at the facade and a sail-like shape on the side.

Bayfront Hotel Cebu has the seat of convenience because aside from their topnotch accommodation facilities, they also have a 7-Eleven Convenience Store at the ground floor, its own Cafe Breeze restaurant, Fitness Gym, and Meeting & Function Rooms. No doubt Bayfront Hotel has become the preferred choice in the hospitality industry.

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They say that Filipinos are the most hospitable, and no one does it better in the Philippines than the Cebuanos. If you want big smiles and genuine help, Bayfront Hotel Cebu embodies what everyone is looking for in Cebu. It gives anyone access to be within the busy streets of Cebu and offers comfort during your stay.

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Fitness Gym

Cozy & Comfy Rooms

The rooms at Bayfront Hotel are so spacious and if you wish to stay in a place that is topnotch with its amenities and cozy ambiance, you need not to look further. With cosmetics and toiletries to art and comfortable bed to lie on, Bayfront Hotel’s rooms can easily turn your piece of vacation into an everyday reality.

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Standard Room

STANDARD ROOM

  • 32-inch LED TV with International Cable Channels
  • Wired & Wi-Fi Internet Connectivity
  • Hot & Cold Shower
  • In-Room Safe
  • Telephone
  • Executive Writing Desk & Chair
  • Mini-Bar with Coffee & Tea-Making Facilities
  • Personal Refrigerator
  • Regular rate: ₱3,900 per night, good for 2pax
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Superior Room

SUPERIOR ROOMS

  • 32-inch LED TV with International Cable Channels
  • Wired & Wi-Fi Internet Connectivity
  • Hot & Cold Shower
  • In-Room Safe
  • Telephone
  • Executive Writing Desk & Chair
  • Mini-Bar with Coffee & Tea-Making Facilities
  • Personal Refrigerator
  • Regular rate: ₱4,100 per night, good for 2pax
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Barkada Room

BARKADA ROOMS

  • 32-inch LED TV with International Cable Channels
  • Wired & Wi-Fi Internet Connectivity
  • Hot & Cold Shower
  • In-Room Safe
  • Telephone
  • Executive Writing Desk & Chair
  • Mini-Bar with Coffee & Tea-Making Facilities
  • Personal Refrigerator
  • Regular rate: ₱5,800 per night, good for 4pax
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Suite

SUITES

  • All of Standard & Superior Room Features
  • 48-inch LED TV with International Cable Channels
  • Complete with Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen & Dining Area Setup
  • Toilet with Shower & Tub
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Hairdryer
  • Weighing Scale
  • Regular rate: ₱7,700 per night, good for 2pax

PROMO ALERT:

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Avail three (3) Gift Certificates of Overnight Stay at Bayfront Hotel for only ₱5,555 nett! You can directly book at Bayfront Hotel Front Desk or via their website.

Booking period is until September 15, 2019 only. For inquiries, call them at (032) 230-6777 / (032) 516-6777 / (032) 510-6777 or email at [email protected].

Cafe Breeze

Apart from comfortable rooms and their welcoming service, you need not to look further because sumptuous food is also served at Cafe Breeze.

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They serve Lunch Buffet from Friday to Sunday and Dinner Buffet from Monday to Sunday at ₱399 only. Cafe Breeze serves Asian Fusion, Chinese, Filipino and everyone’s comfort food.

Function Rooms

However, if you are only looking for places where you can spend your special occasions; birthdays, wedding receptions, conferences and whatnot, Bayfront Hotel also has function rooms that can serve as a venue for all occasions.

You need not to fret too because you need not to look for packages because they have affordable and quality packages you can avail for your occasion.

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Bayfront Hotel Cebu - Wedding Package

For other event packages and further inquiries, call them at (032) 230-6777 / (032) 516-6777 / (032) 510-6777 or email at [email protected].

Other information

  • Contact numbers: (032) 230-6777 / (032) 516-6777 / (032) 510-6777
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Website: www.bayfronthotelcebu.com
  • Social: Facebook Page 
  • Exact location: Kaohsiung Street, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City — right across SM City Cebu, 30-45 minutes away from Mactan Airport, 10 minutes away from Cebu Port.

There really is nothing you’d look for if you’re in Bayfront Hotel Cebu, they have everything. Truly, comfort away from home.

Unli Chicken Wings & Rice for ₱199 at ‘Boss Manok’ in Cebu City

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Have you ever been craving for something that only chicken food can satisfy? The feeling of hunger and adventure combined, to taste every bite of scrumptious, mouth-watering delicacy that could be reached within the city. If you felt it, indeed, we are on the same page.

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The home of unlimited chicken wings, Cebu City, continues to flourish year by year as Filipinos patronize the originally crafted chicken food specialties. One of the best-selling chicken wings are found at ‘Boss Manok’ located near Cebu IT Park.

Boss Manok is known for being the boss of all the unlimited chicken wings here in Cebu City. They are known for their unique and classical taste, offering 8 signature sauces, for a price of ₱199 per head.

Flavors

  • Country Gravy
  • Lemon Pepper
  • Cheesy Bacon
  • Barbecue
  • Teriyaki
  • Spicy Korean
  • Sriracha Butter
  • Classic Buffalo

Price List

  • ₱199 – Unlimited chicken wings & rice
  • + ₱30 – Unlimited iced tea / juice
  • + ₱20 – Unlimited fries

OTHER INFORMATION

How to get there?

Exact Location: 21-D Salinas Drive, Cebu City — few meters away from University of Southern Philippines (USP).

BY JEEPNEY: If you’re commuting, you can ride 17B/C from USC Main (near Jollibee) or 04L from Ayala Cebu Terminal. Drop off at Boss Manok, just meters away from USP.

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Boss Manok”. Parking space is limited.

Karancho Beach Resort: 100-Peso Beach Getaway in Mactan

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Whether wandering alone or with a partner, with friends, with your colleagues, with your family or the whole barangay, the perfect white sand beach in Mactan that can accommodate all of you without hurting your pocket is no other than the Karancho Beach Resort.

A family-friendly beach for it does not only guarantee a full plunge under the sun, but also offers free-WiFi, indoor activities, good food, various water sports, and native beach vibe accommodation within the vicinity of the resort.

Nestled in Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, Karancho Beach Resort extends its vacation feels from sea-dipping to daring water quests; jet-skiing, banana boat riding, kayaking, parasailing, water tubing, water skiing, and wake-boarding.

Rates & Other Information

RATES:

  • Entrance fee: ₱100 per head on weekdays, ₱150 per head on weekends for adults (with reservations)₱120 per head on weekdays, ₱180 per head on weekends for adults (w/o reservations)
    ₱80 per head on weekdays, ₱100 per head on weekends for children
  • Cottage: ₱1,000, good for 15pax; 1,500 good for 20-30pax; 3,000 good for 40pax above
  • Jetski: ₱3,000 per hr
  • Banana Boat: ₱4,500 per hr, good for 5pax; 5,000 per hr, good for 8pax
  • Kayak: ₱100 per hr
  • Parasailing, Water Tubing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding: ₱5,000 per pax
  • Corkage: Local Drinks – ₱150 per bottle, ₱500 per caseImported – ₱350 per bottle, ₱1,000 per case

Room Rates:

  • Barkada Room: ₱5,000 per night, good for 4pax, max of 8pax, excess 150 per pax
  • Hotel Room: ₱4,500 per night, good for 2pax, max of 4pax, excess 1,500 per pax

Other Information

  • Operating hours: 6AM to 6PM daily
  • Allow Walk-ins: Yes
  • Contact No.: (032) 236 0722/ (032) 263-2513 / 0923-748-693 / 0928-724-9631
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact Location: Mactan Circumferential Rd, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 1-2 hours away from Cebu City, 20-30 minutes away from Mactan Airport.

BY CAR/TAXI/GRAB: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your destination to “Karancho Maribago Beach Resort” in Mactan. Parking space is available.

BY VAN/JEEPNEY: 
– From SM City, ride a 01K jeep (across APM Mall or near Sun Gold) going to Parkmall. Or ride 01K jeep from Emall.
– From Parkmall, ride a jeep heading to MEPZ 1. From there, ride another jeepney going to Soong/Maribago. Drop off at Karancho Maribago Beach Resort.
*There are also jeepneys going to Soong from Mandaue City highway at Caltex, across San Miguel.
*You can also ride a v-hire from Ayala Center Cebu or SM City Cebu going to Mactan Cebu.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

  • Pawod Dako and Pawod Gamay
  • Magellan’s Marker
  • Lapu-Lapu Monument
  • The Place Casino Cebu
  • San Vicente Marine Sanctuary
  • Beachcombers
  • Sky Experience Adventure
  • Cebu Happy World Museum
  • Island Eco Tourism Park

Of beach events, receptions, concerts, acoustic night or parties, everything is offered here in Karancho Beach Resort. And while you have energy and momentum to explore every coastline, every water activity, bring your family and friends wiith you. Upgrade your voyaging experience by bridging in the water amusements and sports that only Karancho Beach accords.

A taste of the Wizarding World at Broom Café in Cebu City

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Potterheads, assemble! This is something we’ve all been waiting for.

 You might not have yet received your Hogwarts letter but you can still experience a taste of the magical world through Broom Café in Cebu City.

Broom Café is a Harry Potter-themed café that is after our witch/wizard’s heart. For sure, it’s not the three broomsticks. But hey, who wants drunk witches and wizards when we can have highly caffeinated and milk tea filled chill ones?

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You can also get sorted into your houses and actually wear your house colors. You can choose to be a brave Gryffindor, cunning Slytherin, wise Ravenclaw, and a kind Hupplepuff.

What are you waiting for? Pick up your wand and disapparate into this café now. Open daily from 9AM to 10PM, Broom Café is located at Borromeo Plaza II, A. Borromeo Street, Cebu City (the arcade right beside USJR Main in Carbon).

PROMO ALERT: Orders that reach a worth of 350 pesos will get an avocado or mango float for FREE.

Menu:

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Other Information

  • Operating hours: 9AM to 10PM daily
  • Contact number: Not available
  • Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: Borromeo Plaza II, A. Borromeo Street, Cebu City — the arcade right beside USJR Main – Carbon.

BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Carbon and drop off at USJR Main. From there, walk your wake to Borromeo Plaza II.

  • From Talamban/Ayala: 62B / 13B
  • From Mabolo: 03A / 03L
  • From Lahug/Gorordo/Escario/Fuente: 04C / 04H / 17B / 17C / 17D
  • From Guadalupe: 06B
  • From Banawa: 07B

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Borromeo Plaza II” in Carbon, Cebu City. Parking is available.

Top Attractions in Cebu for 2019: Cebu Ocean Park, Cebu Safari, Anjo World

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Cebu has been making headlines in the tourist radars and for the right reasons. Cebu is now ready to challenge your assumptions with her impressive list of new attractions.

If you’re a first-time tourist and have a day or two to spare, here’s a look at some of new great places you can visit while in the metro.

1. Cebu Ocean Park

Dubbed as the largest Oceanarium in the Philippines (bigger than Manila Ocean Park), Cebu Ocean Park is the first marine park in Visayas and Mindanao. It has function spaces and food hall and is perfect for a visit anytime of the year.

Apart from marine creatures, Cebu Ocean Park will also be a home to several species of birds, insects, and reptiles.

What to Expect:

  • Deep Tank Lagoon with a 360-degree view
  • Jungle Trek
  • Creepy Critters
  • Multi-Animal Shows
    • Lorries
    • Seven Seas
    • Stingray Interaction
    • Amphitheater
    • Main Tank Gallery

Ticket Prices:

  •  Journey Experience – ₱600 on weekdays; ₱800 on weekends per head for adults and kids. Children below 2ft are free of charge.
    • Jungle Trek 
    • Creepy Critters 
    • Lorries
    • Seven Seas 
    • Stingray Interaction 
    • Oceanarium Journey 
    • Ampitheatre 
    • Main Tank Gallery
  •  Sea Trek – ₱1,200
  •  Crocodile Cage – ₱2,000
  •  Fish spa – ₱100 per 20 mins.
  •  Swim w/ the Sting ray – ₱1,000

OTHER DETAILS:

Location:

Cebu Ocean Park is located beside the San Pedro Calungsod Chapel, at the back of SM Seaside City Cebu in South Road Properties (SRP) in Cebu City.

2. CEBU SAFARI AND ADVENTURE PARK

From the underwater experience, let’s then get ourselves dry and visit the 170-hectare property, the Cebu Safari and Adventure Park. Experience the wild and see more than a hundred animal species — lions, giraffes, camels, tigers, and zebras, among others.

A world-class adventure park, Cebu Safari houses seven (7) adventure rides including zip coaster, ASIA’s Longest Zipline (1.2km), Giant Swing, Obstacle Course, Spider Walk, and Sky bike.

PARK SCHEDULE:

  • Wednesday to Sunday
  • 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Last entry/ticket selling is 2:00pm

ENTRANCE FEE:

  • Adult: ₱800 per head (additional ₱300 per head for lunch buffet)
  • Kids 2 to 3ft: 50% off
  • Kids below 2ft: FREE
  • Senior Citizens & PWDs: 20% off

OTHER DETAILS:

Location:

Toril, Brgy Corte, Carmen, Northern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.

For convenience, it’s recommended to bring your own vehicle or rent a van/car. You may just simply navigate via Waze or Google Maps and search for “Cebu Safari and Adventure Park”. Cebu Safari is located approx. 8km away from the highway. The landmark is the Carmen National High School — if you’re coming from Cebu City, make a left turn before this school. There are signages along the road to guide you.

3. ANJO WORLD THEME PARK

Being the first and only world-class theme park in the Visayas, Anjo World Theme Park offers nothing but fun and adventure for the junkies. Perfect for family gatherings and outings, Anjo World Theme Park has Golden Carousel, Space Shuttle, London Taxi, Toad, Viking, Cup, Drop Tower, Boomerang, and HipHop for you to enjoy and experience. In addition, you need not to go to Tagaytay to experience their famous ferris wheel because they also have a 200-ft Ferris Wheel, Spinning Roller Coaster, and Bumper Boats.

Location: Belmont One in Cebu South Road, Upper Calajoan, Minglanilla, Southern Cebu

Operating hours:

  • Mondays to Fridays: 12NN to 8PM
  • Saturdays & Sundays: 10AM to 9PM

Ticket Prices:

  • UNLIMITED RIDES Pass: ₱500 /head on Weekdays (Mon-Fri) & ₱600 /head on Weekends (Sat-Sun) for both adults and kids
    – Unlimited entry on that day
    – No time limit
    – Add ₱200 to include Snow World
  • Snow World Access Only: ₱350 per head

OTHER DETAILS:

Location:

Anjo World Theme Park is located within Belmont One in Cebu South Road, Upper Calajoan, Minglanilla, Southern Cebu — only 1-1.5 hours away from Cebu City and 15-30 minutes from Starmall near SRP.

Miguelitos Hyped Mangoes: The hype is real!

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The Philippines has the sweetest and most delicious mangoes in the world. No contest.

So when a store shows up offering every mango infested desserts and food that someone can come up with, expect that the people will flock there in no time. This new, trending dessert shop does not disappoint, and it has arrived in Cebu.

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Miguelitos Hyped Mangoes serves you juice, shakes, ice cream sundae, mango float and even have this unique innovation of a mango sticky rice. What’s more interesting is that, they serve 80% less sugar on their soft serve ice cream.

My favorite so far is their signature Hyped Mangoes, a mango ice cream filled with caramel sauce, mango sauce and chopped mango topped with crushed grahams and a special cream. This complete set will make you come back for more.

The craving of mangoes have always been present in us Cebuanos, Miguelito’s Hyped Mango just upgraded it and made it a phenomenon. Incorporating mango into all those delicacies have never tasted so good.

We all surely got hyped. Were you? Try it now!

Branches

  1. SM City Cebu
  2. Super Metro Colon
  3. Metro Colon
  4. Gaisano Tabunok
  5. Gaisano Country Mall
  6. Gaisano Island Mall Mactan
  7. Gaisano Savers Mart
  8. Pacific Mall
  9. Pier 3
  10. Gaisano Grand Carcar
  11. Island Central Mall Mactan
  12. Fooda Consolacion
  13. Gaisano Capital Danao
  14. Time Square Talamban – soon to open
  15. Super Metro Lapu Lapu – soon to open
  16. One Pavilion Mall – soon to open

Menu:

Interested to franchise? Head on to their website or call (032) 254-7408 / 0925-801-4865 / email [email protected].

Best Movie Houses in Cebu City

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Watching movies is definitely almost everyone’s favorite pastime. In the olden days, no one ever thought that staring at a screen on a wooden box would shape how we would entertain ourselves in the comforts of our home.

While watching a movie on the theaters is always a good idea, sitting beside strangers, being distracted from crying infants and hecklers and sometimes, an uncomfortable position, movie houses are an amazing alternative. You get to choose your own movies from a wide selection and most of all, you get to watch them exclusively at a comfortable setting.

Here are some of the best movie houses in Cebu.

1. Stellar Movie House

Widely regarded as the go-to movie house within the city, Stellar Movie House is very popular among all ages. It is perfect for family and friends due to its easy access (located in Mango Avenue), comfortable ambience and wide theatre screens. Additionally, while waiting, they have free Wi-Fi access, free PC usage and cozy seats on their lounge.

They also sell membership and VIP cards where patrons can get exclusive freebies including free movies on your birthday and through the points accumulated based on the number of your visits.

Note: 30 minutes waiting time = free popcorn

Talamban Branch:

  • Regular Rates:
    • Weekdays (Sunday to Thursday): ₱250/movie
    • Weekends (Friday to Saturday and Holidays): ₱300/movie
    • Midnight Promo Rate (only on Sunday to Thursday, 10 PM to 2 AM): ₱200/movie
    • Special Group Promo (minimum of 10 persons above): ₱50/person on Sunday to Thursday and ₱60/person on Friday to Saturday and on Holidays.
  • Operating hours: Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 2 AM and on Sundays, 11 AM to 2 AM
  • Contact number: (032) 414 2456
  • Location: A. Corp Bldg, Nasipit, Talamban, Cebu City, Cebu — in front of USC Talamban.

Mango Branch:

  • Regular Rates:
    • Weekdays (Sunday to Thursday): ₱350/movie for regular customers and ₱300/movie for students
    • Weekends (Friday to Saturday and Holidays): ₱350/movie (for regular customers and students)
    • Midnight Promo Rate (only on Sunday to Thursday, 10 PM to 2 AM): ₱250/movie
    • Special Group Promo (minimum of 10 persons above): ₱50/person on Sunday to Thursday and ₱60/person on Friday to Saturday and on Holidays.
  • Operating hours: Open 24/7
  • Contact number: (032) 414 2456
  • Location: Raintree Mall, 4 F. Ramos St, Cebu City, Cebu

2. The Big Screen Entertainment

The Big Screen Entertainment is definitely one of the best movie houses in Cebu. It is regularly flocked by people who simply want to watch movie on their own preferences, as the house offers rooms with various sizes. They have their big rooms that has a 200-inch wide screen and can fit 15-20 people. They also have small rooms that can seat around 5-10 people.

They have a wide selection of movies and in case they don’t have a copy of your desired movie, you can bring your own, be it in DVD, Blu-Ray Disc or a flash drive with their specified formats. They can play them in their screens to your satisfaction. Moreover, they have Kinect consoles for those who wish to limber up after an hour or two of sitting and watching a movie. 

Rates:

  • Small Room: ₱400/movie good for 5 persons; additional ₱70/person/movie
  • Big Room: ₱450/movie good for 5 persons; additional ₱70/person/movie
  • Kinect: ₱350/hr good for 6 persons; additional ₱30/hr/person

Other Information:

  • Operating hours: 3 PM to 12 MN on Sundays to Thursday and 2PM to 2AM on Fridays to Saturdays
  • Contact number: 0922 807 1894
  • Location: MDR Bldg., Escario Cor. Clavano St., Cebu City

3. Hello Movie House and Family KTV   

Nicely situated in the heart of IT Park. This place is not just a movie house but also a KTV place. It is perfect for BPO employees so that they can relax after their shifts. Hello Movie House boasts its wide theatre screens and matches it with their homely sofas. Not only that, all BPO employees are entitled to a P100 off on their regular rates.

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Rates:

  • Regular Rate: ₱350/Movie
  • Midnight Rate: ₱250/Movie
  • Student’s Rate: ₱250/Movie
  • BPO Employee Discount of P100 is only applicable on their regular rates. Employees should present their valid company ID
  • Rates are good for 2 persons, additional P50 per every extra person
  • Students should present their valid ID’s to avail the student’s discount
  • Midnight and Student’s Rates are not available on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays

Other Information:

  • Operating hours: Open 24/7
  • Contact number: (032) 416 4977
  • Location: 2nd Floor CJRS building (next to Skyrise 1 building), Cebu IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City

4. Lucky Movie House

Right across Gaisano Country Mall, Lucky Movie House is a very convenient and comfortable movie house in the Banilad area. It is situated in a building that also houses café shops and restaurants, making the movie house a perfect destination after a hearty meal. The movie house also offers gaming consoles, which is suitable for those who wish to find a different and engaging entertainment.

Rates:

Movie:

  • Regular Room: ₱300/movie for regular customers and ₱250/movie for students (rooms are good for 2 persons; additional ₱50/person)
  • Party Room: ₱400/movie for regular customers and ₱350/movie for students (rooms are good for 3 persons; additional ₱50/person)

TV Drama:

  • Regular Room: ₱150/movie for regular customers and ₱125/movie for students (rooms are good for 2 persons; additional ₱50/person)
  • Party Room: ₱200/movie for regular customers and ₱175/movie for students (rooms are good for 3 persons; additional ₱50/person)

Playing Rooms:

  • Regular Room: ₱200/hr
  • Party Room: ₱250/hr
  • Playing rooms are good for 4 persons; additional ₱25/person

Other Information:

  • Operating hours: 10AM to 2AM daily
  • Contact number: 09393038357
  • Location: Northgate Center, Banilad, Cebu City — beside UC Banilad.

5. Let’s Tweet! Movie House

Let’s Tweet! Movie House is quite unique among movie houses since they have an unlimited movies rate promo. You can watch all the movies up to your heart’s content with your family and friends. Moreover, they have various rooms such as the VIP and the Deluxe rooms, allowing you to choose whatever suits your preference.

Rates:

  • Regular Rate: ₱280/movie; additional ₱50/person
  • Student Rate: ₱250/movie; additional ₱50/person
  • Deluxe Room Rate: ₱300/movie; additional ₱60/person
  • VIP Rate: ₱350/movie; additional ₱70/person
  • Unli Movies Rate: ₱750/movie; additional ₱150/person

Other Information:

  • Operating hours: 8AM to 9PM daily
  • Contact number: 0922 373 4183
  • Location: Tagunol Street (Across Patty’s Bakeshop), Mambaling, Cebu City

Cebu Eats: 3 Eat-All-You-Can’s in SRP

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Cebuanos are well known for their large appetites and fondness for unlimited food and the variety of it. Every laag food choice, more often than not, end up in eat-all-you -an options.

More and more people are visiting the roads of SRP. If you are one of these people and you’re craving for unli-food options nearby but have no idea where to go, here is a list of some of the best eat-all-you-can restaurants you can find and go around the area.

BeJess Restaurant & Resto Bar

This one’s got that street food ambiance you’re looking for, set-up with a hint of quality and delish.

  • Standard price (Lunch/Dinner): ₱239 per head
  • Food selections:
    • Humba
    • Lumpia
    • Fried Chicken
    • Goso Salad
    • Pork Sisig
    • Garlic Shrimps (first serving only)
    • Sinugbang Isda (first serving only)
    • Food selections may vary.
  • Operating hours: 4PM to 10PM – Tuesdays to Sundays
  • Contact numbers: 0945-445-0560
  • Location: MJ Cuenco alongside opening road of South Road Properties (SRP) — behind KKD STK+BBQ Restaurant, right across Malacanang sa Sugbo or Plaza Independencia
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Chili’n Resto Bar

A place that serves unlimited pizza, shrimp, sisig and chicken, they’ve surely covered much ground.

  • Standard price (Lunch/Dinner): ₱280 per head
  • Food selections:
    • Pizza
    • Shrimps
    • Chicken Wings
    • Pork Sisig
    • Food selections may vary.
  • Operating hours: 4PM to 10PM – Mondays to Sundays
  • Contact numbers: 09266222297
  • Location: South Road Properties, M.J. Cuenco Avenue Corner M.C Briones Street, Cebu City

Mako Barato Meals

You can have a variety of choices and can even alternate the meat and seafoods servings.

  • Standard price (Lunch/Dinner): ₱249 ₱299 per head
  • Food selections:
    • Baked Scallops
    • Pork Belly
    • Butterfly Squid
    • Chicken Inasal
    • Lumpia
    • Chicken Wings
    • Chicken Bites
    • Grilled Shrimps (Not unli, for ₱150 per serving)
    • Food selections may vary.
  • Operating hours: 3PM to 10PM – Mondays to Thursdays; 11AM to 10PM – Fridays to Sundays
  • Contact numbers: Not Available
  • Location: MJ Cuenco alongside opening road of South Road Properties (SRP) — behind KKD STK+BBQ Restaurant, right across Malacanang sa Sugbo or Plaza Independencia
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And there you have it. A complete list of to-go eat all you can places and buffets around SRP area. Did we miss something? Comment below for your personal favorite SRP unli-food choice resto.

How to get there?

Exact location: MJ Cuenco alongside opening road of South Road Properties (SRP) — behind KKD STK+BBQ Restaurant, right across Malacanang sa Sugbo or Plaza Independencia.

BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Plaza Independencia, or MyBus from SM City Cebu (going to Talisay). Drop off at the nearest point from the SRP’s opening road. Walk heading to KKD restaurant, across Malacanang sa Sugbo. BeJess is located a few meters behind it.

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “KKD STK+BBQ”. Parking space is available.

Pasigarbo sa Sugbo: The Festival of Festivals

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Pasigarbo is back. The festival of festivals is happening this August 25, 2019.

Pasigarbo sa Sugbo is a grand celebration that showcases the different festivals in Cebu happening in time with the province’s founding anniversary every August.

The festival has street dancing, a dance ritual showdown, and the Festival Queen competition which is done earlier.

It was always look forward too by each municipalities in the province of Cebu. It is a chance to promote and bring pride to their municipality, and join the jaw-dropping show of creativeness, talent and music of every Cebuano.

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Headed by the Cebu Provincial Government with 44 contingents from the provincial towns and cities. The festival will be held on August 25, 2019 at the Cebu City Sports Complex.

The celebration is free of charge to anyone who would like to witness their presentation. Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia herself has announced that the Capitol will not be selling tickets.

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Some of the Festivals in Cebu competing are:

  • Panumod Festival of Barili
  • Rosquillos Festival of Liloan
  • Sugat Kabanhawan Festival of Minglanilla
  • Isda Festival of Madridejos
  • Banig Festival of Badian
  • La Torta Festival of Argao
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Festival Queen 2019 Winner: Marla Alforque of Carcar City

2019 Winners

Best in Ritual Showdown (Top 10)

1) Grand Champion: CARCAR CITY (Kabkaban Festival)
2) MADRIDEJOS (Isda Festival)
3) TALISAY CITY (Halad Inasal Festival)
4) ALCOY (Siloy Festival)
5) CONSOLACION (Sarok Festival)
6) ARGAO (La Torta Festival)
7) NAGA CITY (Dagitab Festival)
8 MOALBOAL (Kagasangan Festival)
9) SIBONGA (Bonga Festival)
10) LILOAN (Rosquillos Festival)

Best in Festival Costume – CARCAR (Kabkaban Festival)

Best Decorated Audio Van – CONSOLACION (Sarok Festival)

Best in Andas – MANDAUE CITY (Panagtagbo Festival)

Best Festival Jingle – CARCAR CITY (Kabkaban Festival)

Best in Street Dancing (Top 5)

1) CARCAR CITY (Kabkaban Festival)
2) ASTURIAS (Lalin Festival)
3) DAANBANTAYAN (Haladaya Festival)
4) TOLEDO CITY (Hinulawan Festival)
5) CONSOLACION (Sarok Festival)