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Bai Hotel

3.9 (22 reviews)
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Martin D.

This hotel has cozy and beautiful rooms. The food was World Class. i highly recommend this Hotel.

A very good ribeye at the hotel's steakhouse.
Dave O.

Nice place in the city, pretty close to the airport. Perfect for those who want to take a load off for a day or two after a long flight before heading out to their respective province. Great breakfast buffet (said the fat man), with a nice rooftop bar and pool. All the amenities you need at a reasonable rate. Enjoy!

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Nicole L.

Bai was one of my favorite stays during our three week trip to the Philippines. The service was amazing, the rooms were spacious, the breakfast was chefs kiss, and the in-room dinging never disappointed. I would like to shoutout the service! Everyone was so kind and made the stay feeling warm and safe. I went on vacation with my best friend and this was our first stay. We stayed for 5 nights. The location is a little far from the city attractions, but they will help organize a taxi, or you can just Grab like we did. They have a cafe, salon, spa, gym, rooftop pool, bar, and 24/7 room dining. Good vibes, and a great place to unwind.

Over acting security - no one is really checking it on the other side!
Cath M.

Folks - take this review for what it is. I am a Platinum member of the SPG group and have often stayed at the Fairmont, Four Seasons and the Ritz. Unfortunately, there is no such establishments around Cebu and as per other reviews - this place was recommended to us. Let me document what happened during our 4 days of hell. This place is literally in the middle of the slums and construction. It was dusty and upon seeing what we were surrounded with, we regretted ever deciding to visit Cebu. I'm not sure what happened in the Philippines but apparently, before you arrive inside the lobby, there is security "bomb" checking your vehicle. First and foremost, the guards just look at the sides and the trunk so quickly that if there was really a bomb inside a vehicle, they would NEVER know it. How could they? It is pointless. It is a waste of time and overacting. Upon arriving in said lobby, you're greeted by a door that doesn't have an entrance or exit signage. You're supposed to "assume" that you'll enter yet another security screening like the TSA back in the US. Again I ask - is that really necessary? I've never step foot a "5-star" hotel which I had to go through security upon entrance. And by the way, no one is really looking through said system. Sometimes, per what my family and I observed, the locals (who most frequent this place) bypasses said security protocols and would just walk away. Again, 5- star right? After going through security, you're again supposed to guess which way is their hospitality desk aka where to check-in - because there is no SIGNAGE! Marsha was the one who checked me in. I asked her what other hotels they're a member of - she just said: "we're worldwide." I asked okay so what other hotel chains are you affliated with... silence. Brilliant. Oh and I paid for this hotel stay via travelocity.com and she asked me if she could make a copy of the reservation. I asked her why - she said for their copy. I told her shouldn't it be in the system already? Again, silence. Upon walking into the lobby elevators - guess what my family and I found out: there is NO elevator indicator! WTF? So you're supposed to stand in the middle of the 6 elevators and figure out which one is opened and if someone is loud in the lobby, which happened to us due to the MRS. Country pageant - we couldn't figure out which elevator dinged. We got to the hotel floor and upon exiting out, it was like a sauna in the hotel floor! What?! We got to our room and it was nice and clean but the view was of the cultural center destroyed. Nice. The bellboy brought our luggage and I gave him $5 - which I later found out, they have a NO TIPPING policy. Yet he accepted it willingly and didn't let me know of such policy. I will get back to this later. My dad and I went to the gym, which was decent - and so after that, I decided to shower. I was actually quite excited to shower - rainfall shower and all. So I was deprived of a hot shower so I took one. I got out, and my floor was wet. I decided to bring the AC higher thinking it'll dry. NOPE. I tried ignoring - thinking the blower and air circulation of the room will work its magic. I went over to my parent's room and out of curiosity, I asked my mom to inspect my room b/c it smelled funny. She and I walked back to my room and that's when she said it smelled like MOLD. She told me to ask for another room. I went to the main floor to talk to a living person and by that time, I was getting short in fuse. I forgot the woman who helped me but she told me that someone will check the room and help me out. I go back up to my room and I waited... and waited... and waited... (folks, this is a 5-star hotel!) Finally, fed up and over this treatment, I called room service and after another 10 mins, someone came. I was already irate and I guess he was overwhelmed, he told my cousin that they're still testing out the AC of the building and so the air circulation is under observation. WHAT THE HELL? So if they're still testing it out, they shouldn't be open! They shouldn't have clients staying in their establishment! They switched me to another room, but the mold smell stayed due to LACK of air circulation and blower in the bathroom. Facts: * they have a NO TIPPING policy which for the amount of work, especially in the buffet department, my heart breaks. They work hard and there were moments where I really wanted to give me $5 bills just to thank them but I didn't want to jeopardize their jobs. * employees were NOT told of no tipping policy existed before they were hired so they're blindsided. This establishment's saving grace: their staff members!!! And they're not getting tips! Housekeeping: Fatima was awesome and so helpful Cafe Bai: Archie, Sheila, Vanessa, Junee - were on it the 4x we had breakfast. They were prompt and always had a smile in their face. Hotel shuttle: Mark - helped us dissect the hotel shuttle times (which was ridiculously confusing to be

PatrickJ T.

We had a terrific one night stay at Bai Hotel in Mandaue. Honestly, I was not expecting much because of reading some of the other reviews. Also, after staying with relatives....we really welcomed the luxuries that we take for granted in the U.S. of A. In the Philippines, having Air Conditioning, running water, working toilets, electricity, etc. are all luxuries. Bai Hotel had all these plus so much more. The Philippines is a third world country that has had its share of terrorism and violence. As others mentioned, there are slums around the area. Still we felt very safe and secure at Bai Hotel, and we appreciated all the precautions they take to keep their guests safe. When you drive to the hotel, the Security staff will check your vehicle. They use their equipment to do a quick check under your vehicle. Reminds me of the security checkpoints at Bellagio in Las Vegas. Once you enter the hotel, you go through another security check. They check your bags, and you walk through the metal detector or whatever it is called. It's similar to security checks in the States when you go to a government office. Not a waste of time. The rooms were well appointed. My in-laws had an executive room which I would equate to a nice deluxe room at a Las Vegas property. My wife and I shared a suite with friends. The suite was quite nice. Was it as nice as suites in 5 star luxury hotels? No, it was not. But being that we were in the Philippines we were quite pleased with the room. The bed was our favorite feature of the suite. Had an awesome nights sleep!! I will say that the rates should be lower instead of being overpriced. They cater to a lot of foreignors so maybe that is why prices were higher. I did like other things about the hotel property. The pool area was wonderful. Many places to lounge, and the pool was lovely. The breakfast buffet at Cafe Bai was awesome. Staff were courteous and professional. Both Check In and Check Out went smoothly and faster than expected. So, would I stay again at Bai Hotel? Yes, I would if the price was reasonable. As I mentioned, the suite was overpriced so I would skip that.

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I think its way too crowded honestly i would give 3 stars because of discount and the bedroom is nice but people are pushy

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Review Highlights - Bai Hotel

“Overall bai hotel was a great choice for us as an overnight stay in Cebu before flying home.”

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Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa - sunrise at Punta Engaño

Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa

(40 reviews)

While vacationing in Cebu City, Philippines, this was by far THE BEST RESORT ON THE ISLAND!!! If…read moreyou ever go to Cebu, staying at the Shangri-La is an EXPERIENCE! You MUST stay here! There are so many great things to say about this resort! From the time you pull up to the front entrance, you are greeted by the welcoming, friendly staff (even a princess for the kids). There is a security station set up, to protect the guests. The check-in process is super easy and quick, sipping on fresh juice, while you wait. After checking in, you can check out the AMAZING buffet. There was food from all over the world and the variety changed each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some of the staples remained, but the variety of the other items changed. Outside the main area of the resort, were multiple pools, surrounded by lush greenery. Also, a walkway led down to the private beach, where you could snorkel among the coral reefs and natural wildlife under the water. If you have a chance to do the guided snorkel safari there, it is WELL worth it and tons of fun! The guest rooms were extremely updated, modern and relaxing. Dark wood throughout with modern accents. The bedding felt like you were sleeping on air and there was so much space within the room even with the desk, tv/entertainment curio, sofa bed, chair, etc. Additionally, if you want a nice relaxing dinner or to hang out at a bar with great drinks, go to Cowrie Cove. What a great dining option, secluded toward the rear of the resort. Has an amazing restaurant as well as a great bar/lounge area. Great staff and got in with no reservations! Also at the resort is a nice fitness gym with sauna/steam room, spa, golf course and multiple other restaurants, lounges and bar areas. You never have to leave the resort if you choose not to and honestly, Shangri-La makes you not want to leave the resort. Truly wish I had more time during with my visit to the resort and enjoy it so much more! I am trying to figure out when I can get back to Shangri-La to enjoy it even more! If you go to Cebu City, this is the place you need to stay at!

Late upload- A…read morefabulous place to stay...long term...a few days or day pass, your choice Due to the resorts popularity and the elite (famous artists/actors & families/business socialites) icons spending their mini stay in this resort, prices are extremely high. However, they do give amzing service to the most parts where needed. The lobby is a bustling line of patrons patiently awaiting to check in, a good 30 to 60 minutes on a busy day and perhaps longer on busier season and special holidays. They don't leave you unattended while waiting, a fresh juice and pastry is served while standing in line After checking in you can explore the massive hotel inside and out. There's a lot to see and check out. The rooms are great and modern, I mean I could get a phenomenal room at Cesar's Palace in Vegas for a cheaper price but the hospitality and service here is superb (i think that's what you're paying half the price of your stay!) There's an array of food to choose from. Asian cuisine, western cooking, a few Mediterranean dishes and of course the staple dishes of Cebu. The menu changes from breakfast to lunch and dinner. You will enjoy tasting dishes you have not tried before and the meal comes with your package. There's a list of restaurants and stores in the area to explore. You don't have to leave the resort at all. Anything you could possibly need during your stay is provided for. Sauna, massage, fitness and nature are at the tips of your fingers. Relax and enjoy your stay! A few photos to share with the best traveler uncle Arthur!

Waterfront Airport Hotel And Casino - Uni restaurant

Waterfront Airport Hotel And Casino

(12 reviews)

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Ya just can't beat the location when flying in or out of Cebu…read more I've stayed here more times than I can remember, and I'm always satisfied.

Not impressed. Way overpriced for the quality. Paid more than any other hotel as I wanted to end…read moremy time in PP stress free. Logistics were difficult during my visit in this country. Service with a smile but really lip-service. Cable was not working, jacuzzi was broken, no hot water, and phone did not work. That made room service out of the question. The pool doesn't seem like it has been cleaned and weeks with the grime on the tiling. Every time I brought up an issue, the staff were apologetic, but nothing was done to improve the situation. You have to carry cash everywhere because you can't bill things to your room. This is supposed to be a luxury hotel. Staff were hit or miss. The pool girl was more interested in telling you the rules rather than making you feel welcome. Efficiency was not evident. Pool service was slow as mentioned elsewhere. Also, a service charge is added onto your bill. I spent way too much money here as you are trapped with nothing close by. Do yourself a favor and book elsewhere and save a good chunk of money. This hotel should be a third of the price, considering how many amenities were not functioning. The rooms are a good size, but I don't really care for wicker used as indoor furniture. All the furnishings in the hotel feel worn and dated. Waterfront is a misnomer because the view is of the airport. I am taking this franchise off my list. The only thing worth mentioning is the breakfast buffet. However, I Purchased it with my room. The restaurant tends to be over priced, but the food is decent. The casino has a similar menu, but with increased prices.

Radisson Blu Cebu - Business class lounge (worth the upgrade charge)

Radisson Blu Cebu

(24 reviews)

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Cockroach. Big fat cockroach found in the sink at 4 AM. Called for housekeeping to remove it and…read morethey did not come for 10 mins which is a long time for someone who is extremely afraid of roaches. And where there is one roach, there's usually a family. I would expect at Radisson hotel to be cleaner and roach-free. Their king sized bed is actually two double beds pushed together. Sleeping near the middle of the bed meant back pain since it is not one big mattress and we were essentially sleeping on the edge of a double mattress. Another downside is that they would not allow for strong smelling fruits and foods to be brought into the room. I wanted to purchase a small handful of dried fish and local delicacies as souvenirs, but I didn't want to be fined by the hotel. Our flight left early in the morning so we couldn't find time to go before the airport. We didn't have a chance to visit any of the amenities. The pool looked nice from afar, and we wanted to visit the spa but we could never make it before 10 PM. The location is generally good as it's close to the mall where you can dine, shop, and exchange currency. Overall, this stay was incredibly disappointing.

Overall, enjoyed my stay here. There's a walkway right into the SM City mall next door which is…read moreplentiful with restaurants and shops and salons. The gym in the basement has very basic aging equipment though, and the pool was emptied out at the time of my stay. Nonetheless there's a big grassy field with hammocks and the pool bar was open but quiet. I got a Suite which was very spacious and came with lounge access with happy hours and daily clothes pressing complimentary. The breakfast choices were good. I especially liked their Chinese food selection of dim sum and fried rice and noodles and congee. My only issue was that as a night shift worker, they weren't able to accomodate any requests for overnight housekeeping. Still on the whole it's a solid 4 stars.

Crimson Resort And Spa - Saffron breakfasts were truly exceptional! Danggit, Daing na Bangus, eggs cooked to order, longanisas, bico, arroz caldo, etc.,

Crimson Resort And Spa

(23 reviews)

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With so many Resort to choose from, this place sounds more interesting and with the night view of…read morethe pool and beach, it was the lucky one. This establishment have a some what strict policy when it comes to checking in and bag handling. You need to leave your bags in pickup zone where you get drop off at and walk to the front counter to get check-in and so on. Quite simple and the hospitality is amazing. They have courtesy shuttle and golf carts to take you around especially when you have many luggage to drag around. Their gym room was okay, nothing exciting or amusing. Simple get in and out, definitely suggest that the establishment bump it up a notch, just outdated and not that many equipment to choose from. Love their breakfast buffet every morning. Their choices was definitely worth attending. I have to say, it was an easy transaction when it come to being seated and any order of coffee or juice, they was on point. Anything you requested they are more then happy to assist with the best of their knowledge and availability, outstanding and professional services. This place is unique in their own way, from design and presentation, it's pretty nice. If you're in the area, stop by and say hi. Share your experience. P.s. Don't forget to smile cause you're beautiful. SYOY!

Last year, I went to Crimson at Boracay and at the breakfast buffet they took our drink order…read moreimmediately as we sat down. Today upon arriving at the saffron breakfast buffet in Cebu, they never took our drink order and I had to ask for a drink as I was almost finished with my meal...bad service. Later in the day, I was at the Azure restaurant and I asked for a drink menu. The server brought me a menu and said someone else will come to take your order. After 20 minutes no one came, I left...bad service. I am here for 3 more days. I will update if there are anymore blunders.

Bai Hotel - hotels - Updated October 2026

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