Traveler's Couch shares to you a two-part know-how to experience
Cebu, Philippines the "
Swiss" way, with sunny days and sultry evenings that will invite utter indulgence at the "
Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu" and "
Ibiza Beach Club". Located in a lush, tropical getaway largely considered to be Philippines' most idyllic location - Mactan, Island, Cebu is this five-star Mediterranean-inspired beachfront hotel that combines a true lifestyle experience, with superb facilities. The hotel is perfectly situated only 10 minutes from the Mactan Cebu International Airport and 30 minutes from the metropolitan Cebu City.
Despite of the current calamities that happened this year 2013 in Central Philippines, the hotel did not sustain any major damage, thus making its daily operation normal and still uphold top-of-the-line, world class services and amenities.
THE LOBBY LOUNGE
With a beautiful setting of stark-white, Ferrari-branded parasails is the Lobby Lounge. The towering Venus espresso machine by Victoria Arduino is the focal
point of the grand lobby and is where the Lobby Lounge brews an elegant
cup of imported Mövenpick specialty coffee. Refer to below images for more stunning views that will welcome you upon arrival in the hotel. (
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Check-in Counter |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Lobby Lounge |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Lobby Lounge at Night |
THE SAILS
This is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant showcasing live show kitchens serving a wide range of Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and other international delicacies. Below photos should give you a glimpse of how scrumptious our lunch experience was! (
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Sails Buffet |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Lunch at The Sails |
THE GUESTROOMS
Outstanding hotel facilities include 245 luxury guestrooms and suites, most of which offer spectacular view of the ocean as well as a unique vantage point overlooking Hilutungan Channel. Each room is equipped with a wide variety of amenities including a flat screen television, minibar, Chopard luxury bathroom amenities and more. Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible in all guestrooms and throughout the public areas of the hotel. Below photos show few of the many newly designed guestrooms and ocean front views. (
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (Two Queen Size Deluxe Room) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (King Size Deluxe Room) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (Living Room - Bedroom Suite) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (Bedroom Suite) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (Bathroom - Bedroom Suite) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (The Balcony - Afternoon View) |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Guestroom (The Balcony - Sunrise View) |
THE POOL AND BEACH GARDEN
Known for its cool vibe and relaxed chill out spaces, Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu features private white sand beach, fronting crystalline waters and an outdoor leisure pool surrounded by superbly landscaped gardens, which made the hotel is a top favorite amongst locals and foreign visitors. You may refer to below photos a Mediterranean-inspired paradise like no other. (Click the image to enlarge)
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Swimming Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - Beach Garden |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Swimming Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Swimming Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Swimming Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Kids Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Swimming Pool |
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| Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu - The Beachfront |
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Punta Engaño | Mactan Island, Cebu | Philippines
+63 32 492 7777 | resort.cebu@moevenpick.com
Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu is the first hotel in the Philippines to receive Green Globe certification for their environmental awareness.
“Green Globe is the global certification for sustainable tourism. Certified hotels save energy and water resources, reduce operational costs, positively contribute to local communities and their environment. Committed to sustainability, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has become the highest Green Globe certified hotel chain in the world. Mövenpick Hotel General Manager, Mr. Knuth Kiefer said, ‘Green Globe certification is another milestone for us. I congratulate all the team members as this award has been a team effort. I am happy to be part of such a dedicated & supportive group of people’
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Click here for PART 2 that features "Ibiza Beach Club" - The most unique and exciting venue that encapsulates the ultimate beach club experience on Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines :)
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