Luxury hotels in Mactan

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Mactan. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Mahayahay Lodge and Restaurant Mactan, Philippines

  

  Hotel. Featuring 5-star accommodation, Mahayahay Lodge and Restaurant is located in Mactan, 2.9 km from Bluewater Beach and 13 km from SM City Cebu. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.9 km from Bluewater Alegrado Beach. At the hotel rooms include bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Filipino, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception. Ayala Center Cebu is 15 km from Mahayahay Lodge and Restaurant, while Grand Convention Centre of Cebu is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 1775 PHP.

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• 2 Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort Mactan, Philippines

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort offers 5-star accommodation in Mactan and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Some units at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Guests at the hotel can enjoy an American breakfast. Shangri-La Beach is 1.8 km from Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort, while Mactan Newtown Beach is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 5 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 11614 PHP.

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• 3 Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Mactan, Philippines

  

  Resort. Shangri-La's Mactan Resort offers a luxurious beach escape with an outdoor pool and both free in-room Wi-Fi and wired internet. Aside from 9 dining options, it also houses CHI - one of the largest spas in Asia. Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu is a 15-minute drive from Mactan-Cebu International Airport. Guests who drive can enjoy free on-site parking. Spread over 2 separate wings, the spacious air-conditioned rooms have private balconies overlooking the Mactan Sea and tropical landscaped gardens. Each room comes with an exclusive pillow menu, minibar and cable/satellite TV. Rooms at the Ocean Wing enjoy a separate driveway/entrance and sunrise views. CHI, The Spa features a relaxing menu of massage and beauty therapies, which guests may enjoy in private spa villas. Shangri-La also provides a well-equipped gym and tennis courts, ideal for a refreshing workout. Fresh seafood is served at the Cowrie Cove, while Acqua offers Italian cuisine. Alternative dining options include Cantonese food at Tea of Spring, and international buffet at Tides. Cocktails and light snacks are available at the hotel's 5 bars and lounges. For Shangri-La's Golden Circle Members: When accompanied by a dine-in adult, up to 2 children of registered in-house hotel guests at the age of 6 and below can enjoy buffet meals at the all-day dining venues at no additional charge. Additional children at the age of 6 and below and all children who are above 6 years of age but under 12 years of age will receive a 50% discount on the adult buffet price. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 15725 PHP.

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• 4 Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu Mactan, Philippines

  

  Resort. This resort boasts an idyllic settling on Mactan Island. Within its 16.5 hectare expanse, the resort comprises beautifully-appointed 568 rooms, suites and villas, 6 themed pools, 10 dining outlets, a casino, activity zone, spa, fitness center, dive shop, indoor themed park and private beach. The highlights of the sprawling water complex include 3 towering waterslides, a lazy river pool, and a pool with beach-like shoreline. Located in Mactan Island, Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark is a perfect starting point from which to explore Cebu featuring a complete list of amenities and offer standard service to guests that will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. Convenience and comfort makes Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark the perfect choice for your stay in Cebu. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 5 Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort Mactan, Philippines

  

  Resort. Located in Mactan, 19 km from SM City Cebu, Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the resort every room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort. The accommodation offers a terrace. Ayala Center Cebu is 20 km from Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort, while Grand Convention Centre of Cebu is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 7 km from the resort. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 10507 PHP.

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• 6 Plantation Bay Resort and Spa Mactan, Philippines

  

  Resort. Boasting one of the world’s largest privately-owned lagoon, Plantation Bay Resort and Spa offers colonial-style rooms on landscaped grounds. It offers 5-star amenities, free scheduled 2-way airport transfers and plenty of activities. Featuring spacious layouts and classic-wood furnishings, air-conditioned rooms come with cable TV and a safe. Private bathrooms have marble fittings and a bathtub. Internet is free in the entire hotel. Leisure facilities include water slides in the freshwater pool, wall-climbing and archery amenities. For those looking to exercise, there are tennis courts and a fitness centre. Hiking and diving trips can be arranged by Plantation Bay staff. Offering a range of cuisines, four award-winning dining options at Resort Plantation Bay include Palermo Café Bar, Kilimanjaro Kafe, Route 66 Diner and Fiji Restaurant. Plantation Bay Resort and Spa is a 15-minute drive from Lapu Lapu Shrine and Gaisano Mall. It is a 20-minute drive from Mactan Airport. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 10640 PHP.

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• 7 T Shine Resort and Spa Mactan, Philippines

  

  Resort. Situated in Mactan, 1.3 km from Suba-Basbas Public Beach, T Shine Resort and Spa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. All guest rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at T Shine Resort and Spa have a city view. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. Vano Beach is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Marigondon Public Beach is 1.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mactan-Cebu International Airport, 4 km from T Shine Resort and Spa. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 3900 PHP.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!