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The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

Property class: 4
4-star beachfront hotel near Magellan Monument

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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a modern building with balconies overlooking the ocean.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck overlooking the ocean.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a view of the ocean, a small table, and a chair.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dapdap, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu, 6015
  • Place, The Mactan Newtown Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mactan Shrine
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Magellan Monument
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cebu (CEB-Mactan - Cebu Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Premium Room (1 Double & 1 Single Bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a view of the ocean, a small table, and a chair.

Deluxe Premium Room (1 Double & 1 Single Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premier Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with blinds.

Premier Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with blinds.

Premier Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Seaview with Balcony

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Premier Seaview with Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Room King

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Sea view Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lapu-Lapu

Beachfront retreat .With a stay at this Mactan hotel, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Magellan Monument and 6 miles (10 km) of Mactan Doctors' Hospital. Santo Nino Church and Magellan's Cross are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • The Mactan Newtown Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Mactan Newtown - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mactan Shrine - 7 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Magellan Monument - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • CHI, The Spa - 8 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gordon Ramsey Fish and Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Street Burger Gordon Ramsay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Very Good House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

4-star beachfront hotel near Magellan Monument
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 restaurants on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool and a fitness center. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lapu-Lapu hotel.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offers 175 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s).

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Parasailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (70 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PHP 3000 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Reef Island Mactan, Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan
The Reef Island Resort Mactan Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Hotel
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Lapu-Lapu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Hotel Lapu-Lapu

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to the airport?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu is 5.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

As of Sept 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu on Sept 29, 2026 start from CA $156, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu.

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offer free breakfast?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offers free breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Waterfront Cebu City Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a pool?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to downtown Lapu-Lapu?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu is 2.6 mi away from Lapu-Lapu.

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 608 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible property. Really enjoyed breakfast everyday. Do yourself a favor and snorkle while there. They provide bread to feed the exotic fish. It will blow your mind
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with staff that went above and beyond. Can’t say enough about how spectacular this place is.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely be back. The staff are so kind and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views of the property was amazing. The staff was super helpful and friendly. I love this resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the breakfast was wonderful very fresh and everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrena binte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great with lots of choices. Infinity pool was so relaxing. Rooms were spacious with comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely the massage therapist was a treasure! Her skills are to be complemented - my wife loved the experience. Bravo.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall this was a great stay. Everything was as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly 5 star hotel in a beautiful location. Staff couldn’t do enough. Beautiful clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quite and rooms are nice pool is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Clean room, amazing staff, very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

OFELIA

Had a great time. Staff were very accommodating and cordial. I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean. Staff are very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Florent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a place ! Probably one of the best hotels around Mactan: new, beautiful swimming pools looking up over the sea. The staff upgraded me to a sea view room, and they were very kind. It’s quiet, no doors banging like in most hotels around the world. New standings !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cant fault this hotel at all! It was perfect and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach front is lovely and staff are accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is nice. I loved the extra long swimming pool and the beach area. The staff is exceptional, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff at The Reef is second to none. I was especially impressed with Jay at check in/out, Jed and Clayde. I highly recommend this resort!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very courteous and friendly. Our room was cleaned daily, bottled water and coffee, personal care items were refilled and fresh towels provided. We love their breakfast buffet and the Halina outdoor restaurant. We were glad they have a beach access which we enjoyed early in the morning before it gets too hot.
view from our room
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything , Too much to mention but all nice .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel!

A wonderful hotel to stay at. Excellent gym and lovely pool area. The staff are exceptional!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025