Toyoko Inn Cebu

I always use this hotel. In the Philippines, there are some hotels that don't have hot water, but this one at least has no issues with the basic water facilities.

Facilities: There is a free airport shuttle bus. Just let them know your flight time and terminal at check-in, and they will arrange it for you. The room comes with a hairdryer, refrigerator, bathtub, and TV. However, it is indeed a bit small, and the ventilation fan is slightly noisy. Cleanliness: Very clean. I chose a non-smoking room and there was no unpleasant odor. Environment: Right downstairs is the SML shopping mall, where you can buy souvenirs like dried mangoes much cheaper. There are also cafes and Japanese restaurants, making it very convenient. It's quite quick to get here from either the airport or the pier. Service: Quite good.

A standard Japanese budget hotel. The staff are as friendly as anywhere else in the Philippines, and they offer a free airport shuttle (bookable at the front desk). The breakfast is quite decent, and having an SM Mall downstairs makes dining and shopping very convenient. The downsides are that the shower temperature control isn't very responsive, and the air conditioning is quite loud—earplugs are definitely needed.

As it's a Toyoko Inn in Japan, the service was incredibly reliable. The breakfast buffet and room cleanliness were also on a completely different level.

The staff were very kind and friendly, and having Japanese-speaking staff was a great help. The halo-halo I had at the bar was delicious and affordable. It was also directly connected to the mall, which was convenient as I didn't get caught in the rain.

I highly recommend Toyoko Inn Cebu. It's truly rare to find such a high-value hotel in a place like Cebu. It's right next to a mall, making dining very convenient. The hotel itself is quite spacious, and the breakfast changes daily, which shows their thoughtfulness. The attention to detail from a Japanese hotel brand is excellent; the rooms, though not large, have everything you need. The bathtub was a pleasant surprise, and the safe was very easy to use. The only minor issue was the TV being a bit difficult to navigate. They also offer free airport transfers. Otherwise, it's pretty much perfect, truly the king of value for money.

I stayed here for one night before returning to Japan. It was a great location for my purpose, which was shopping for souvenirs and visiting the night market, rather than going to the beach. The room was spacious enough for three of us. The hotel is directly connected to SMJ Mall, which was incredibly convenient. It was so easy to buy food and souvenirs and then head straight back to the room. We also received a welcome drink, allowing us to relax in a beautiful setting right after arrival. There's also an airport transfer service; I didn't use the pick-up, but I booked the drop-off at check-in, which was very convenient. The only downside was that there was no hot water in the room. It was a cold shower, so I gave up on taking a bath. Perhaps if I had told the reception, they might have been able to fix it. If the hot water issue in the shower is resolved, I think this would be an excellent hotel for city sightseeing.

Booking the free shuttle bus from the airport to the hotel gave me peace of mind, especially since it was my first time in Cebu. The hotel room was clean and having a bathtub was a plus. The breakfast buffet was excellent, with plenty of vegetables, and a good variety including Japanese-style dishes like hijiki, local specialties, and both rice and bread as staple options. There was always something different each day, like pasta, onigiri, sushi rolls, or even okonomiyaki, which kept things interesting. All three days, the food was delicious and varied. I also liked the terrace seating, which was a nice option for dining outdoors. The location was incredibly convenient, with SM J Mall right next to the hotel and directly connected, so I didn't even have to go outside. On the day I arrived and the day after, I was able to relax and enjoy the hotel and the mall without venturing too far. This hotel truly exceeded my expectations for the price, and I'm so glad I stayed here.

I frequently visit Toyoko Inn Busan Station and Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae Station, so I also decided to visit the Sebu branch. The building is large and spacious, and there's an SM store on the second floor, making it feel like a department store, which is great for shopping. However, it was a bit less clean and a little humid compared to the Busan branches, but it was fine once I turned on the air conditioning. It was very convenient for getting around, and the breakfast was delicious.