Hotel Bandar Lapu-Lapu dengan Spa

Mixed Experience at Maribago Blue Waters Maribago Blue Waters has always held a special place in our hearts, as we’ve loved coming here since we were kids. However, during our recent stay, we noticed some areas that could use improvement. While the more expensive rooms are definitely worth the price, the deluxe rooms at 7k don’t quite live up to expectations. They feel outdated, like they haven’t been updated in 20 years. The restaurant and spa are also quite pricey, especially the spa, which felt a bit too expensive for what it offers. During weekends, the resort can get pretty crowded, likely due to the number of walk-in guests. However, the staff are super friendly and always make you feel welcome. One highlight of our stay was the amazing breakfast, offering a great variety from local Filipino favorites to international dishes. We especially loved the guy selling ”taho”—it brought back some wonderful childhood memories! While we still have a soft spot for Maribago Blue Waters, it feels like some things need improvement to live up to the resort’s reputation.

Plantation Bay is again my favorite hotel on Mactan. I was there August of 22, January of this year and just finished a stay in May. Here are some things to consider about Plantation Bay: - It’s the only large Filipino owned resort on Mactan and they must treat there staff incredibly well because everyone I spoke with has worked there 10+years - unlike other resorts they have a no tipping policy - The large salt water lagoons are beautiful and large enough that they never feel crowded - Plantation Bay offers a variety of food options for every taste - They have a wide variety of on site activities and offer multiple excursions outside the resort for reasonable prices To be fair there were a couple of things that could improve but those are minor - The beach towels need to be replaced. The bathroom towels are great but the beach towels were old and thin - During busy periods when you call bell service or guest relations the phone just rings with no answer. Overall though, this is the best place to stay on Mactan. Great service, unique activities, great staff, and some of the best swimming pools anywhere Here are some tips: - if you are not traveling with kids, the waters edge rooms are amazing. You can step from your deck directly into the lagoon - Consider the Route 66 Diner for breakfast. Good food and never crowded -A romantic dinner at Palermo’s is a great option on site - I paid the extra $50 to have a car drop us off and pick us up at our room and it was definitely worth it. You get checked in/out at your room saving time Highly recommend this great hotel

The hotel was decent, but there is a deposit not mentioned on Ctrip.com of 5,000 pesos per day when you check-in. I was shocked to hear about this when we checked in. Luckily, i had enough cash on me to cover the deposit. I guess the worst part for me is the fact i booked a ocean club room with ocean view and the view was mostly undeveloped land with trees with the ocean far off to the right and barely in view of my balcony. The beach is full of rocks and i cut my foot walking on the beach so i recommend just using their swimming pools which are nice. Overall, the experience was decent, but not worth the 2500 rmb per night i paid.

Relaxed vibe, but the food was not up to expectation as most of the food smelt like it was fried in old oil. Another problem is that the menus presented on the website did not match the prices that were in the hotel. Although San Miguel draft was on the menu the hotel did not have it on tap, only bottled. However the hotel has a great location, a great infinity pool and the staff are all extremely friendly and pleasant.

Overall, the experience is good, but not great. The resort is beautiful. Though the pools can get really crowded, we still enjoyed our time with the other visitors, who were mostly Koreans. Unfortunately, we didn't get to explore much as we could only stay for one night. The service staff are friendly and very accommodating. You won't find a staff member who isn't smiling or greeting you. However, the big downside is the food. We think it's not really worth the price. We've been to many resorts/ hotels that offer better value than what we actually paid for. We'd definitely recommend JPark to our friends and families, but we probably wouldn't come back again.

The food was actually really good, the water sports activities was available just at the beach, although small the beach was. The beach setting was very nice, just laying on the beach couch sipping on a margarita with my lady was perfect. I only had one issue, the air-conditioner was not very cold but a little cool, I had a difficult time sleeping. Also one of the best thing with the White Sand Resort. One can work out the resort and explore the surrounding communities and it was very safe

Great hotel with its own beach! We booked 2 deluxe pool side rooms at Costabella and we were very happy with the rooms. They were very spacious and the views from our rooms were fabulous! We really enjoyed our stay here, there were heaps of beautiful lounger around the pool and at the beach. Free use of paddle board and canoes. We stayed at the Costabella for 3 nights and it was a very relaxing stay. The property is old but very well maintained and all staff were so helpful. The breakfast buffet was good, food at restaurant was scrumptious, drinks at Luna bar great and there is a free pool table to play on. The only negative we found about Costabella was that you can’t just walk out the property to go to a convenience store or another restaurant. If you want to be away from the hustle and bustle then this is the place to stay. Yes, we would come back again to Costabella but next time we will bring our own snacks and drinks.

Crimson Mactan went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The staff was warm, courteous, attentive and quick to respond. Breakfast spread was incredible, props to the head chef who made sure everything that comes out of the kitchen is of quality. We chose Crimson as our wedding venue and while it rained during our reception, the whole team was quick to respond to transfer everyone to the ballroom to keep the party going! They were also generous enough to hold a foam pool party for us the day after the wedding. The premises were clean and beautiful, rooms are cozy... we have no regrets with holding the best day of our lives at Crimson Mactan!

I had the pleasure of staying at the Waterfront Airport Hotel and ******, and it was truly a delightful experience. From the moment I arrived, the hospitality was top-notch—the staff went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay. The location couldn't be more convenient, especially for travelers, as it's just steps away from the airport, making it incredibly easy to catch early flights or rest after a long journey. The cleanliness of the hotel is also impressive; every corner, from the lobby to the rooms, was spotless and well-maintained.

I would have given this hotel 5 Stars had it not been for: Taxi 40 minutes late at the airport, in spite of confirmation of time from the hotel; Some food items (including Coca Cola) not being available from the room service menu; and Water dripping from ceiling and soaking floor and bed in heavy thunderstorm. So, in summary: The Good: Very polite and attentive staff at all times; Offer to relocate us to a different room on the second night (we were told we could not move on the first night - when we booked through Expedia they advertised this was the last room available. It was our choice to stay in the same room, as there was no forecast of further storms on the second - and final - night of our stay); Room service fast (typically 15 minutes) with a good selection of nice food and large portions. Food hot as well when it arrived; Good sized room and faciities; Food (and room service) from the adjacent Rabbit Hole restaurant all good; and Staff immediately replaced the bed sheets and made sure no further water impacted on the bed area. The Bad: Taxi late; Some food items not available from the room service menu; and The room service is from the Rabbit Hole restaurant so has to be paid for when it arrives in your room - the cost cannot be added to your bill. The Wet: Unfortunately, on our first night (of two) there was a very heavy thunderstorm and whilst I was watching the lightning I also noticed water dripping through the ceiling, which soaked the floor and bed sheets. This was attended to immediately by the staff, but it undermined the quality of the stay at the hotel. Would we go to the hotel again: Yes, of course, but avoid ROOM 404.