Mactan Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Mactan Island

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Punta Engaño

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Though Punta Engaño may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Magellan Monument and Jpark Island Waterpark.

Punta Engaño
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Suba Basbas

3/5(1 area review)

Suba Basbas might not have many top sights, but Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Suba Basbas
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Basak

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

While visiting Basak, you might make a stop by sights like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Mactan Town Center.

Basak
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Gabi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gabi and surrounding area, you can visit Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark.

Gabi
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Alegria

While Alegria may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark.

Alegria
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Cogon

Cogon might not have many top sights, but Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan and Jpark Island Waterpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cogon
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Marigondon, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$314 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$314
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions SM City Cebu and Jpark Island Waterpark are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Orbitz Customer Service has been very helpful all the time. I encountered problems during my stay but Orbitz never failed me. They are very accomodating and is always willing to resolve the issue"

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
The price is AU$525 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$525
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this beach resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Outstanding service, staff super friendly
"Staff were amazing arranging speed boat transfer to work around road closures due to Ironman event."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
4 out of 5
Punta Engano Road, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu, Central Visayas
The price is AU$382 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$382
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
"Outstanding service!!"

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
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CSuites at 8 Newtown Residences
CSuites at 8 Newtown Residences
3 out of 5
G/F Retail 102 A 8 Newtown Blvd., Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, a children's pool, and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (154 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2024

CSuites at 8 Newtown Residences
CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suites
CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suites
3.5 out of 5
Kiener Hills Condominiums, Matumbo-Pusok Road, Pusok, Lapu-Lapu
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
"The place is really nice. 5 star quality hotel for a great price. Would definitely stay there again when i visit cebu. The owner is very nice as well. He will drive you to the airport."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suites
Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
3.5 out of 5
Buyong Road, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (128 reviews)
"Well kept property, friendly staff, good dining options, and plenty of pools."

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2023

Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
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Popular places to visit

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Ayala Center

4/5(31 reviews)

Go to the cinema, peruse upmarket boutiques and wander along the paths of the landscaped gardens in this modern shopping compound.

Ayala Center
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Magellan's Cross

4/5(28 reviews)

The first Catholic Filipinos were baptized on the site of this historic chapel, believed to contain the original cross planted by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.

Magellan's Cross
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Colon Street

Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.

Colon Street
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Mountain View Nature's Park

3.5/5(20 reviews)

Escape the bustle of the city center to enjoy the recreational activities and sweeping views of Cebu Island at this hilltop park.

Mountain View Nature's Park
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Sirao Flower Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Sirao Flower Garden, a lovely green space in Cebu. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sirao Flower Garden
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Cebu Taoist Temple

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Marvel at the intricate dragons and oriental décor and learn about Taoist rituals in this Chinese temple with a panoramic vista.

Cebu Taoist Temple

Activities

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Cebu Instagrammable & Food Journeys

AU$227
Per adult
Cebu Instagrammable & Food Journeys
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Philippines: Watersports Adventure - Parasailing, Jet Ski, & Banana Boat

AU$239
Per adult
Philippines: Watersports Adventure - Parasailing, Jet Ski, & Banana Boat
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Philippines: Private Mactan Island Hopping Adventure

AU$104
Per adult
Philippines: Private Mactan Island Hopping Adventure
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Cities near Mactan Island

Cebu featuring tropical scenes and general coastal views

Cebu

Lapu Lapu which includes religious elements and heritage architecture

Lapu-Lapu

J Centre Mall

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