Shangri-La Mactan

Pros: You can’t go too far wrong with a major luxury chain. Your friends will be impressed and jealous.

Cons: Dated 1960s look. Basically a city hotel design dropped onto a beachfront...

Movenpick Punta Engaño, Mactan

Pros: You can’t go too far wrong with a Swiss chain known for 4-star quality...

Cons: Formerly a Hilton. Consists of 3 high-rise towers...

Crimson

Pros: Beautiful central pool. Casitas with sea views.

Cons: Life revolves around the single pool...

Sheraton

Pros: Well-known name in hospitality, impressive to some.

Cons: Another city hotel dropped onto a beachfront...

Dusit Mactan

Pros: Thai charm from a well-known chain.

Cons: Another city hotel design dropped onto a beachfront...