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

Picture 1 for Activity Cebu: Whale Shark Swim and Kawasan Canyoneering Tour

Cebu: Whale Shark & Kawasan Canyoneering + Breakfast

$116
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
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

$119
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

$101
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 $36 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$36 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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! (821 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

One Central Hotel
Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$173 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$193 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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! (1,261 reviews)
"This is well-maintained resort property. Service was mediocre, at best. Concierge understaffed, front desk & restaurants all understaffed. Breakfast was chaotic several days in a row. Hotel was full of mostly domestic tourists -- local corporate groups on retreat + large local families. We had expected ..."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

Seda Ayala Center Cebu City

4 out of 5
Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu City
$59 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$68 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (786 reviews)
"Nice place, nice bed, nice shower"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 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
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$97 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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! (1,243 reviews)
"Staff were very accommodating, polite, respectful and helpful. The rooms are well maintained and clean. Food was amazing!"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Radisson Blu Cebu
Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu Resort

5 out of 5
Punta Engano Road Lapu-Lapu Cebu
$106 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$118 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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. ...
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
$33 nightly
The price is $37 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$37 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 ...
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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