Cebu, PhilippinesMactan
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort
Terraced lagoon resort
Mactan Cebu, Philippines
Opened
2022
Price
$$
Rated for
Resort Design LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottTerraced lagoon resort
Multi-tiered lagoon pools step down to a white-sand beach, keeping the daily rhythm focused squarely on the water.
What it’s good at
Listed
Breakfast buffets serve warm Cebuano sikwate hot chocolate alongside fresh native taho.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Rooms and suites are among the island’s largest, with balconies, soaking tubs, and views over the gardens or sea.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Along Punta Engaño on Mactan Island, opening directly onto its own beachfront grounds.
The rooms
Spacious layouts feature woven cane detailing, herringbone parquet, and separate dressing areas set beside light-filled private balconies.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Cushioned loungers and parasols line curved stone decks between tropical palms and limestone rock formations.
The gym
Cardio machines and free weights face straight out across the sea through full-height glass walls.
Restaurant
5 Cien
Tables sit around a central glass atrium holding a living tree, and covered terrace seating looks across the sea.
At the table
Buhi Cave Bar mixes drinks inside limestone rock alcoves, and seaside terraces set tables for Peruvian-Japanese dining at Dip.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.