Mövenpick Cebu

This was my first time in Cebu, and I chose this hotel prioritizing value for money. It turned out to be the right decision! The staff were all friendly, and there was always a security guard at the entrance, which made me feel safe. It was great that I could stay at such an exceptional price even though the hotel has both a pool and a beach! The breakfast was delicious too. I also recommend this place for those planning island hopping or diving (it's adjacent and within walking distance). There are good restaurants and a Korean mart nearby!

Definitely not worth the money. The only good things are the beach, the sand, and easy access to the water. The pool is large, but that's not relevant to me as I prefer swimming in the sea. The hotel is quite old, the rooms are average-sized, and the bathroom is small. We were checked into a room supposedly with a sea view, but it actually overlooked a construction site. Construction happens at night and it's very loud, and there's such a strong fuel smell that you can't even go out on the balcony. Even though we booked a room with an atrium view. The breakfast is decent, and the hotel grounds are also not bad, but I didn't want to stay here for more than one day. At a lower price, my perception would have been more forgiving.

The staff were all very friendly and nice.

I stayed here with my 8-year-old son (I'll share the pros and cons of traveling with a child). 1. **Pros** * **Meals**: The breakfast buffet is standard, but they offer white porridge daily with 3-4 Korean dishes and 1-2 Japanese dishes, which was great for kids. On the day I went, there were many delicious options like japchae, jjimdak, kimchi fried rice, and jeyuk-bokkeum. You can also order iced or hot chocolate at your table, which my son enjoyed every day. * **Kids' Club/Play Area**: They have their own children's play facility. They run various programs by age group and time, and even talk to the kids in English. There are also toys and playgrounds for toddlers. This was the only air-conditioned spot in the lobby area, so my son used it multiple times. I was initially worried the facilities and toys might be old, but my son absolutely loved the fish feeding and mask making activities we tried. T-shirt and pizza making are available for an extra charge. * **Pool & Beach**: These were the best facilities! There were hardly any guests, so we could enjoy the pool and beach leisurely. You can see various fish while snorkeling at the beach – we even spotted Nemo and Dory. * **Chocolate Hour**: I only got to experience it for one day, which was a shame. There were 2-3 types of chocolates, bread, and popcorn. You could enjoy them inside the 1st-floor breakfast restaurant or take them to the lobby. I particularly liked that there were two types of melting chocolate with about three toppings, offering variety. However, only water is provided for drinks; you can order other beverages from the lobby bar if needed. 2. **Cons** * **Facilities**: Since it was only a partial renovation, the overall facilities look dated. Especially the hallways had a strong old carpet smell. That said, the general maintenance was neat, and my shower filter didn't discolor, which was a good sign. 3. **Overall Review** The location is great, being close to New Town, the airport, popular massage shops (Cielo, Cacao Tree, Oasis), and famous restaurants (Morning Glory, Coco Cebu, Cabana, The Cove, etc.), many of which are within walking distance. I chose this place because I wanted to avoid areas with too many Koreans, and except for one couple during my stay, all other guests were foreigners. If you're looking for a good value-for-money experience that feels like you're truly abroad, this is the place to go!