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 Highlands Tour

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

$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cebu Highlands Tour (Tops,Taoist temple, Leah and sirao garden)
Picture 1 for Activity Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast

$112
per adult
Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast
Cebu: Whale Sharks, Kawasan Falls, & Sardines Run Snorkeling

Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks, Kawasan Fall & Moalboal Sardines

$96
per adult
80% 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

$121
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cebu: Oslob Whale Sharks Swimming & Kawasan Canyoneering
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour

Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)

$105
per adult
Moalboal with Canyoneering Tour (Shared Tour)
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
$38 nightly
The price is $42 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$42 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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! (806 reviews)
"Very accommodating frontlines."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

One Central Hotel
Fili Hotel Cebu

Fili Hotel Cebu

5 out of 5
Nustar Resort, Kawit Island South Road Cebu City Central Visayas
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$104 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cebu City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Seaside City Cebu and Colon Street are ...
Fili Hotel Cebu
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$175 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$195 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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! (1,185 reviews)
"Great customer service - shoutout to Jane at the Main Wing Front Desk and Steffi at the Ocean Wing Feont desk! Everyone was friendly and always smiling and. willing to help ! Will be back,"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Radisson Blu Cebu

Radisson Blu Cebu

5 out of 5
Serging Osmena Blvd; corner Juan Luna Cebu City Cebu
$83 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$94 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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 ...
Radisson Blu Cebu
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa

Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa

5 out of 5
Marigondon Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$216 nightly
The price is $245 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$245 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Lapu-Lapu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Plantation Bay a Real Resort with a Real Spa
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$116 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$131 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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! (873 reviews)
"Clean rooms. The staff were very friendly. Didn’t have breakfast. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort
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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 church with green arches and a cross on top.

Mabolo

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

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, Cebu Business Park and Mango Square are top sights worth seeing.

A rooftop restaurant with red umbrellas, a glass bridge, and a cityscape in the background.

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 Cebu Business Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Cebu

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