The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Magellan Monument

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Deluxe Premium Room (1 Double & 1 Single Bed) | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Dapdap, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu, Cebu, 6015
  • Place, The Mactan Newtown Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mactan Shrine
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Magellan Monument
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cebu (CEB-Mactan - Cebu Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Premium Room (1 Double & 1 Single Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premier Room

  • Garden view
  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Premier Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Seaview with Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room King

  • Sleeps 3

Premier Sea view Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Seaview with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Premium

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedroom Sea view Suite (With Balcony)

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Twin

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Premium 2

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Premium KS

  • Sleeps 3

Premier Room Double

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

The Reef Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Lapu-Lapu

Beachfront retreat .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Magellan Monument and 6 miles (10 km) of Mactan Doctors' Hospital with a stay here. Santo Nino Church and Magellan's Cross are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • The Mactan Newtown Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Mactan Newtown - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • CHI, The Spa - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mactan Shrine - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Magellan Monument - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Street Burger Gordon Ramsay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪AT@HERE Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gordon Ramsey Fish and Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

4-star beachfront hotel near Magellan Monument
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 restaurants on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool and a fitness center. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Lapu-Lapu hotel.

  • 175 guestrooms or units
  • 18 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offers 175 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s).

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Parasailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (70 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PHP 3000 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Reef Island Mactan, Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan
The Reef Island Resort Mactan Cebu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Hotel
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Lapu-Lapu
The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Hotel Lapu-Lapu

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to the airport?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu is 5.7 mi (25-min drive) away from the Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu on Mar 10, 2026 start from $171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu.

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offer free breakfast?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu offers free breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Waterfront Cebu City Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a pool?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu to downtown Lapu-Lapu?

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu is 2.6 mi away from Lapu-Lapu.

The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 559 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Cerritos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is nice. I loved the extra long swimming pool and the beach area. The staff is exceptional, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ferries shut down due to Tropical storm Wilma. No refund given. I disagree with the policy. A partial refund or future discount should have been offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean hotel. Nice big room and bathroom. Pool and beach area is nice and breakfast choices were great. The only thing that lets it down is the location. I walked to the Newtown main area and it was through some dodgy areas. Not much else to do within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was deeply impressed by the outstanding hospitality and professional service provided by all the staff, led by Glen. The bed was very comfortable and the entire hotel was clean & well-maintained thoroughly satisfied. There was a small mixup for the Airport pickup, in which Glen quickly set right by providing shuttle service back for our departure flight. The staff assisted us for a tour by contacting the provider even though we didn’t register our tour through the hotel. The staff was very helpful, Glen greeted us every morning for breakfeast and even provided hotel nurse service to my wife when she was stung by jellyfish on our tour. We will definitely come back to your hotel. Thank you very much for making our first Cebu trip memorable. Miller Family Forgot to mention the Breakfast buffet was fabulous Make sure to snorkel in the hotel beach, there is a lot of sea life and the staff will provide you with breadcrumbs to feed the fish as you enjoy your water activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo

Clean room, amazing staff, very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Singapore

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Kym

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole establishment did everything possible to make the stay enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble with all staff working hard to help. Thanks Glenn and team for a very enjoyable time
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cant fault this hotel at all! It was perfect and would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

eugenio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — Incredible Stay at Reef Island Resort I had an amazing experience at Reef Island Resort. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcomed and taken care of. The energy here is all good vibes — everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely happy to help. A special shout-out to Chay and Hannah, who went above and beyond. Their warmth, professionalism, and kindness stood out and truly made my stay memorable. They are absolute stars. Thank you, Reef Island Resort, for an unforgettable experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay at the Reef. We would highly recommend to everyone! And we are thinking of returning in 2 years time to stay again ☺️🏝️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an excellent time here. The staff was exceptional and the room was amazing. The location is a ways away from stuff but I got a free lift to Mactan uptown and using grab to get back was easy. The pool and beach area was amazingly tended to. I was very impressed with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good, service was great too. TV wasn’t working at times which was a shame but the view from the room was lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna I

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice, our room was clean, we had a beautiful sea view. The staff were friendly andf offered excellent customer service! The breakfast was very good and the service was efficient. I would return to this hotel in a heart beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The best staff, especially Cedric.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip jr

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot is convenient just across the entrance but it’s dirt road and gravel, staff is excellent, very helpful, rooms are clean, good beds and pillows, great bathrooms, most of the beach is great, good swim are for snorkeling
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE ROBERTO

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I decided on the last minute to include Cebu in our Asian Travel visiting from Canada. A fried of mine who is base out if Cebu City and works as Medical Director offered his corporate contact at another 5 star resort. The discounted price was actually lower than The Reef. However, getting answers from our inquiries went by unanswered or very delayed. In spite of the attractive pricing, we decided to look for another property. Mr Joshua Lumapas was excellent in his response time and offered suggestions on how to make our visit even more memorable. The client engagement was quick, concise, and very approachable. He made its very easy decision to choose The Reef at that point. Upon arrival at the property, I had the pleasure of meeting and engaging with Mr. Glenn Ylanan and Miss Rose Brusas. It set the tone foe what would be a very memorable weekend. Both Mr Ylalan and Miss Brusas made my wife and I very welcome by their engaging smile and wonderful service. We wished we had more time at the resort to enjoy the view and the hospitality. All 3 stellar employees are excellent brand ambassadors of your company. While a lot of what they exhibited is innate to their personalities, I am sure the training and culture provided by Management has a lot to doing with it. We look forward to our next visit and experiencing more of the professionalism and welcome from employees like Glenn, Rose, and Joshua.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maemi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025