Downtown Cebu

Cebu City

A statue of a seated figure with blue and white patterns, set against a clear blue sky and a building with a red roof.
A statue of a man in traditional attire, standing on a pedestal, with palm trees and a building with large windows in the background.
A stone staircase with metal railings leading up a rocky path.
A historic stone building with arches, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A historic stone building with arched doorways and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Stay near popular Downtown Cebu attractions

A vibrant market with colorful fabrics and clothing displayed on racks.

Colon Street

7.8/10 (139 reviews)
Find out about Cebu’s rich history and Spanish colonial roots with a trip down possibly the oldest street in the Philippines.
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Things to do

Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast

Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast

$115
per adult
Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast
Cebu: Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Kawasan Fall & Moalboal Sardines

$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Kawasan Fall & Moalboal Sardines
Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering

$118
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines

$100
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Tumalog Falls & Moalboal Sardines
Cebu Highlands Tour

Cebu Highlands Tour (Tops,Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)

$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Highlands Tour (Tops,Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)
National Museum of the Philippines - Cebu

Cebu Walking Tour — History, Culture & Local Food Experience

$29
per adult
Cebu Walking Tour — History, Culture & Local Food Experience
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Downtown Cebu Hotel Deals

One Central Hotel

One Central Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Corner Sanciangko and Leon Kilat Street Cebu City Cebu
$31 nightly
The price is $35 total per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
$35 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (827 reviews)
"Clean and easy to access"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$172 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Nov 21 to Nov 22
$192 total
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,267 reviews)
"Overall great stay. The only issue is the musty odor since its humid."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

4 out of 5
Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu City
$58 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$66 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
"All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was amazing (presentation and the quality of food). Only issue was the hallway carpet which was a little dated with permanent stains. Overall, I love staying at Seda. Thanks."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

Seda Ayala Center Cebu City
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu
$81 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$91 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
"Checking in was too time consuming. Waited for 15 minutes to check in. There were only staff manning the front desk but there was long line waiting."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$122 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$138 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (933 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
Amber Hotel - Cebu

Amber Hotel - Cebu

3.5 out of 5
don julio llorente & don gil garcia st. Cebu City cebu
$34 nightly
The price is $38 total per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
$38 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (304 reviews)
"Cons: i booked 4 rooms for our family but the rooms were on different floors which was quite inconvenient due to restrictions on key card access to different floors. We have to ask staff for access to other floors to visit our family. The toiletries and some towels were in complete upon check in. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Amber Hotel - Cebu
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Where to stay in Downtown Cebu

Find the best Downtown Cebu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese pavilion with ornate roofs and a stone-paved courtyard.

Lahug

Lahug is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Waterfront Cebu City Casino while you're in town.

A bookstore with shelves of books and magazines.
Photo by Jeanne Mary Taad
Open Photo by Jeanne Mary Taad

Camputhaw

If you're spending some time in Camputhaw, Mango Square and St Patrick’s Square are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a mix of modern high-rise buildings and smaller structures, surrounded by green hills.

Mabolo

While visiting Mabolo, you might make a stop by sights like SM City Cebu and Cebu Kartzone.

The Ayala Center Cebu building with a large Starbucks sign.

Luz

Though Luz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ayala Center and Waterfront Cebu City Casino.

A ceiling fresco with religious figures and crosses.

Capitol Site

When in Capitol Site, you can plan a visit to Mango Square and Ayala Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Cebu

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