Very clean, great amenities n friendly customer service.loved their buffet breakfast, their night…read moretime entertainment, loved the food and room interior.

The sea view room provided a pleasant and spacious environment; however, it did have a noticeable…read moremold odor. Initially, we observed that the balcony door was not locking properly. Upon notifying the front desk, maintenance resolved the issue promptly. The air conditioning system functioned effectively. Regarding the shower, it is important to note that there was no hot water available, only lukewarm water. All staff members were exceedingly friendly and helpful, including those handling room service. This resort is considered expensive, and while they appear to be making an effort to provide adequate entertainment, the slow service experienced at three of the restaurants, along with the lack of hot water for bathing, was somewhat disappointing. The private beach area is quite charming; however, the sand is not the typical variety, making it uncomfortable to walk on; I would recommend wearing water shoes. (Did not have picture below) The resort offers nightly foam parties, and it is indeed very family-friendly, featuring numerous activities and gaming options. For breakfast, we visited the deli, which boasted a pleasant ambiance and excellent customer service; nonetheless, the time taken to receive our order was quite lengthy. I ordered a bagel, which I expected to be fresh, but it was merely retrieved from the display case and reheated, resulting in the lettuce being soggy. There is a need for improvement in time management; however, the staff were exceptionally kind, and the food was satisfactory. On our second night, we made reservations at the Thai restaurant located on the second floor. The cuisine was outstanding, and among all the dining options, it is a must-try. The chef even took the time to greet us, and every dish was flavorful and enjoyable.

Late upload- A…read morefabulous place to stay...long term...a few days or day pass, your choice Due to the resorts popularity and the elite (famous artists/actors & families/business socialites) icons spending their mini stay in this resort, prices are extremely high. However, they do give amzing service to the most parts where needed. The lobby is a bustling line of patrons patiently awaiting to check in, a good 30 to 60 minutes on a busy day and perhaps longer on busier season and special holidays. They don't leave you unattended while waiting, a fresh juice and pastry is served while standing in line After checking in you can explore the massive hotel inside and out. There's a lot to see and check out. The rooms are great and modern, I mean I could get a phenomenal room at Cesar's Palace in Vegas for a cheaper price but the hospitality and service here is superb (i think that's what you're paying half the price of your stay!) There's an array of food to choose from. Asian cuisine, western cooking, a few Mediterranean dishes and of course the staple dishes of Cebu. The menu changes from breakfast to lunch and dinner. You will enjoy tasting dishes you have not tried before and the meal comes with your package. There's a list of restaurants and stores in the area to explore. You don't have to leave the resort at all. Anything you could possibly need during your stay is provided for. Sauna, massage, fitness and nature are at the tips of your fingers. Relax and enjoy your stay! A few photos to share with the best traveler uncle Arthur!

We have a pleasant stay in Shangrila Resort. It has a lot of swimming pools & clean beach. All the…read morestaff are very friendly & helpful but I would Like to mention Roland who goes out of the way to provide us with clean towels & coffee in the evening, really appreciate it. Good job Roland and thanks a lot, keep up the work.

Like many travelers, I rely heavily on reviews -- and I'm here to say we highly recommend this…read morehotel. If you're coming from the U.S., this place feels very comparable to an American hotel in all the best ways. The water pressure was strong, the hot water was instant, and the room felt clean and comfortable. The toilets are a little different, but you're in another country, and it was easy to adjust. Most importantly, I felt completely safe and at ease the entire stay. Everyone -- and I truly mean everyone -- was kind, respectful, and welcoming. We were treated like first‑class guests from the moment we arrived. Honestly, that's how the Philippines is as a whole: warm, gracious, and always making tourists feel taken care of. If you're considering this hotel, don't hesitate. We had a wonderful experience and would absolutely stay here again.

The best thing about Movënpick is the staff. They're awesome. The grounds especially the pool area…read morewas very nice. The room was nicely decorated and clean. They have an in-room safe which was pretty secure. The restaurant was pretty good too. Breakfast was Buffett and again the staff was very friendly. Tip them extra and you get even better service. You could sign up for excursions at the hotel. Be warned that the stores in the hotel only take pesos. They don't take credit cards.

One of the better resorts on Camotes Island. The views are spectacular, and the grounds are really…read morespecial with not one, but two infinity pools. This resort also has a very good restaurant, serving local and western dishes. Another bright spot about this property is that you can access the beach and go snorkeling or diving just out your front door. And just below the resort you can find several beach bars that are quite entertaining.

Paradise that is just less than 3 hours away from the city. Room accommodation is not fancy but…read moreyou'll be able to stay comfortably. Price range is very cheap from what it has to offer. It has it's infinity pool, restaurant and spa. Situated in the longest beach stretch in the island and has powdery white sand like Boracay. You can also rent a multicab to tour you around the island to see their caves and lake. Aside from the hotel restaurant, you can also dine at their local eatery juat along the beach. They offer good food at a very reasonable price! Though this place is mainly recommended for tourists who just want to relax because there is not much activities in the area. No night life and establishments close by 10pm.

With so many Resort to choose from, this place sounds more interesting and with the night view of…read morethe pool and beach, it was the lucky one. This establishment have a some what strict policy when it comes to checking in and bag handling. You need to leave your bags in pickup zone where you get drop off at and walk to the front counter to get check-in and so on. Quite simple and the hospitality is amazing. They have courtesy shuttle and golf carts to take you around especially when you have many luggage to drag around. Their gym room was okay, nothing exciting or amusing. Simple get in and out, definitely suggest that the establishment bump it up a notch, just outdated and not that many equipment to choose from. Love their breakfast buffet every morning. Their choices was definitely worth attending. I have to say, it was an easy transaction when it come to being seated and any order of coffee or juice, they was on point. Anything you requested they are more then happy to assist with the best of their knowledge and availability, outstanding and professional services. This place is unique in their own way, from design and presentation, it's pretty nice. If you're in the area, stop by and say hi. Share your experience. P.s. Don't forget to smile cause you're beautiful. SYOY!

Last year, I went to Crimson at Boracay and at the breakfast buffet they took our drink order…read moreimmediately as we sat down. Today upon arriving at the saffron breakfast buffet in Cebu, they never took our drink order and I had to ask for a drink as I was almost finished with my meal...bad service. Later in the day, I was at the Azure restaurant and I asked for a drink menu. The server brought me a menu and said someone else will come to take your order. After 20 minutes no one came, I left...bad service. I am here for 3 more days. I will update if there are anymore blunders.

Stayed here for 4 nights in December 2024. The rooms were very nice. We only required housekeeping…read moreonce during our stay and they were fast and efficient. The food was great. We paid to have breakfast included and it was a nice buffet style with local options as well as typical "American" breakfast items. We also ate in the main restaurant (desserts were amazing), had room service a couple times, and had several drinks and meals at the pool area. The service staff is very friendly and professional. The beach area is clean, however the water is very shallow and the tide goes out quite far leaving not the best view until it returns. Sunrise is amazing right over the water. We did the parasailing which was 3000/pax and was a one-way 15 minute ride down the beach. My daughter got a henna tattoo from S and J Henna Tattoo (on site) and was very happy with the job they did. The only downside I could mention is that we were there in mid-December and many local businesses were doing holiday parties during this time at the resort. We were provided notice each evening prior, however the events were onsite and quite loud - one day hosting two simultaneous events both using loud microphones. Not as relaxing as we had hoped. But they lasted only a few hours then the resort went back to normal. We were able to catch "Grabs" right out front to take us to shops/spas/restaurants when we wanted to get off site and of course those were very affordable - $2 US each way. Overall a great place to stay. I would highly recommend.

Four stars may seem stingy, but that's just because I'm stingy…read more.. This place rocks! Not too large, not too small, just right - as Goldy Locks pointed out. The beach front is nice and private, smooth white sand, free kayaking, great lounge chairs, and plenty of staff to assist. The pool is nice, with a shallow kid side (slide included). The breakfast buffet is top notch, and the regular lunch and dinner menu is beyond compare! My only complaint, the AC isn't the best, but otherwise it's a really nice resort at a fair price. I'd definitely stay here again. Prost?

While definitely an older building/property, the Rosevenil has a charm and quirkiness you should…read moreexpect. The hotel staff is friendly and welcoming. The rooms, while dated, offer you everything you would need for your stay. The attached restaurant was great as well. Most importantly, the air conditioners WORK. And that's important here in the Philippines, especially for guests like us who aren't used to incredible humidity all the time. The one-time use WiFi access codes for each individual device is a little much, especially with todays technology, but it's not a huge deal. The water in our bathroom (both sink and shower) also didn't get very hot. The tiny parking lot is kind of a nightmare. We had a driver so we didn't have to deal with parking, but can only imagine our crazy it would have been if we did have our own car. All in all, we enjoyed our stay at the Rosevenil and would definitely recommend it.

Love the service - depends on what type of room you want but the standard room was fine. When I…read morecalled for extra towels my god in a minute the housekeeping was at the door! Good atmosphere nice friendly staff clean facility.

I'm not really a history buff, but whenever I get the chance to see landmarks, it's a must-stop…read more My party of ten was on the verge of going into a food coma (we overstuffed ourselves just minutes before) so it was a great idea to make stops at a couple tourist spots before checking into our hotel. This was stop ONE. We were lucky enough to come through and found only a few other tourists present. (We expected a crowd, given it was a weekend.) It's also kinda cool to find local guides available giving us a thorough story regarding the significance of the entire area. I will admit that I felt the history going through me as I walked the grounds. Weird, I know... I've only heard or read about this place, and I found it amazing to finally find myself here! Oh, and those guides are not only incredibly knowledgeable, they were also willing to take pictures with as many cameras as you have. They did their job well, so fam made sure they were tipped well. We took our time and breathed all the experience in. One thing off the checklist...

Lapu Lapu Shrine and Magellan Shrine [LAPU-LAPU CITY, CEBU Philippines]…read more Anytime I get a chance to visit a landmark I am grateful for the opportunity. Mactan Shrine was just outside the Mactan Newport development. No admission fee and open to the public. It is a remembrance of the Battle of Mactan. As we were walking towards inside to view the monuments, out of nowhere was this stranger who started to give us a little history of what transpired in this actual location. The Battle of Mactan happened in 1521. The Mactan Shrine was established in 1969 as a national shrine. This was where Lapu-Lapu (Filipino warrior) killed Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan. The shrine was built on the spot where the battle took place. Every year, on April 27, they have a re-enactment festival of the historic battle and Filipino ring superstar Manny Pacquiao played the role once as chieftain Lapu-Lapu during a re-enactment of the Battle of Mactan in Cebu. We thanked the impromptu tour guide. Consequently he was also a good photographer LoL! We tipped him for his kind gesture. It was a cool short history lesson. Review #3334

This is my probably my fourth or fifth stay with Grand Pensionne Plaza and I'm very happy to say…read moreit's as good as I remembered. I opted for a family room at php1100.00 and I was super surprised that the room was HUGE! It had a ref, a queen-sized, and twin-sized bed, and a huge bathroom! I love that the a/c is strong and that the room has a 32-inch wall-mounted TV. The bedsheets smell freshly laundried and the pillows are soft and sufficiently plump. The frontdesk people are polite and they really go out of their way to help you feel right at home. The hotel is also conveniently located near downtown and a short walk away from banks and restaurants. Wifi is strong too! I'd definitely recommend this hotel to travellers who want to have a good night's sleep on a budget. Thank you Grand Pensionne Plaza Hotel for another awesome stay. :).