If you’re heading out to Cebu soon and want to splurge on Cebu’s famed beaches, food (Lechon is a definite must-try) and activities, finding affordable accommodation will definitely help you out with your budget. Although Cebu is now filled with high-end resorts and hotels, you can still book an Airbnb instead so you don’t burn a hole in your pockets. Check out these 13 affordable Airbnb vacation rentals for your adventure in Cebu, Philippines!
1. Breezy Room with a View (from USD 10)
For 10 USD a night, this room looks like a complete steal: while it is accessible enough to the city center, it’s also far enough to give you a view of the hills and the sea, making for an accommodation fit for a relaxing getaway. Not only does it have a gorgeous view, it has a pool you can access as well, and high-speed internet for those who maybe want to stay in to catch up with their favorite series after a long day of exploring Cebu. Guests are also offered air conditioning, hot showers, and complimentary essentials.
BRIGHT Breezy Room With View, Pool, WIFI, KitchenCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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it has a fan which i prefer over the airconthe room is superb has an awesome view and all the amenities were better than expectedwe had a wonderful view in our roomthere is also no tv but wifi is excellentview from the room is beautifulCleanliness:
nice clean place to stay in cebuthe room is clean the bed is comfortablehowever it was clean and quite roomy insideit was homey clean and privatethe room is clean and comfy just as the pictures lookHost:
host is accommodating and friendlyit was very nice ownerthe hosts are friendly and welcomingthe host was so hospitable and thoughtfulgreat value and charming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great value and great location and a comfortable staythe place is comfortable and well located in cebugreat affordable place not far from the city centrethe best part is arthur's place is few steps away from cnt lechon restauranti highly recommend arthur's place it's accessible to public transportation and he's very hospitable and friendly
2. Norbert's loft (from USD 15)
Located in a residential area, Norbert’s loft offers the peace and quiet of having a whole apartment to yourself. If you’re planning to host a get-together with some of your friends in Cebu, Norbert’s loft has the space for you to do that as well. It’s also conveniently accessible, being near J Center Mall, where you can go out for lunch, shopping, coffee or groceries, and AS Fortuna Street where you can experience Cebu nightlife or hang out at a café.
Norbert’s loft also has Wi-Fi access, a bathroom, a kitchen, 24/7 air conditioning, and complimentary essentials. Even better: pets are allowed here too! Located along AS Fortuna Street, Brgy. Bakilid, Norbert’s loft is accessible via public transport and is 40 minutes away from the airport.
Loft 1: near a mall, queen bed, WIFI, clean & cozyMandaue City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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the wifi is working pretty fastsometimes 2nd floor's wifi is weak but 1st floor is really strongwifi is so good and there is hot waterproblems with wifi connection (probably due to the rain) but the place was great overallroom condition was great and it’s the same u see in the picturesCleanliness:
nice and clean placethe place is clean and spaciousthe house was clean and organizevery nice loft clean tooit's not only cheap but clean and cozyHost:
host is kind and the caretaker is accommodatingnorbs was a great hostnorbert was a great host very knowledgeable and cheerful when i needed traveling infothe care taker was very hospitable and made sure that everything was taken cared ofgreat stay the host responds very quickRead more reviewsLocation:
i love the location it’s in walking distance to jcentre malli also like the location since it’s just walking distance to a mall and some restaurants nearbylocation is good and very near to the mall where we had to settle some errandsvery nice place nice location had a great timegreat location for immigration department in j center 2 - 3 minutes walk away
3. IHOP (from USD 15)
The International House of Perez – nicknamed IHOP – while affordable, is a tad bit different from your usual Cebu Airbnbs: it is a gated bungalow house with a two-car garage, and near Ayala Mall, SM, Robinsons Mall, and the city center. It offers Wi-Fi access for its guests too, along with a kitchen, a dryer, washing machine, iron, cable TV and a laptop-friendly workspace. But unlike other Airbnbs, IHOP also has a massager, a computer room and an entertainment room for your pleasure – adding a bit more flavor to your stay in Cebu.
IHOP (International House of Perez) (Rm 2)Cebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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the rooms are spacious and the amenities are perfecti enjoyed the massage chair and free wifi use as well as water in the dispenserthe room was a great size with great acbathroom is clean with a lot of toilet papers hot and cold shower and hair dryerwe enjoyed the pure homely atmosphere of his place which is adequately equipped with all amenities and facilitiesCleanliness:
place was very clean and very accessiblethe place has a comfortable bed complete with clean linens comforter and towelsthe place is very clean and accessiblewe love the place it's clean and cozyit is clean quiet and securedHost:
cesar is an excellent hostcesar is a great hostgreat hosts and safe hometito cesar is a great hostsir cesar is a gracious and kind hostRead more reviewsLocation:
surely we will definitely choose the place for our next visiti and caroline was happy to be at your place on a short period of timegreat place i wish more airbnb are like thisi and caroline had a wonderful stay at ihop/daddy cesar’s placea perfect place to live in cebu
4. Condo Unit Near One Pavilion Mall (from USD 19)
This newly furnished condo studio is up for grabs for anyone who wishes to stay in Cebu for a few nights on a budget, while still enjoying the perks of chic accommodations. It’s near One Pavilion Mall too, so you don’t have to worry about getting hungry or forgetting something, and it also has high-speed Wi-Fi, a pool and a wide garden for your afternoon stroll. It also has a kitchen if you want to cook your own meals and air conditioning as well.
Condo Fibr30MBPS nearOnePavillionMall fre use POOLCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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wifi is quite good and helped me do most of my workthe place is quiet fast wifi cooking utensils provided good securityalso the pool was great to dip inthe pool area is nice and the courtyard staff are very friendlyi forgot my charger but kuya eman the cleaner guy was kind enough to ship it to meCleanliness:
room is clean and i appreciate the towels provided since i dont bring towels when im travellingoverall it was clean and quietit's very cleanthe unit was quiet clean & newthe property is well maintained clean and quietHost:
the host is very nicerolando was such a great hostall the staff (from the security guards to the maintenance staff) are very friendly and helpfulsir rolando is also responsive to your queriesfor those wanting value for money rolando is a very responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location and very accessible to public transitwithin the immediate area there are many good restaurant options and a supermarket close bytransportation is easy to acquire especialy in going to shops and mallsnice location with hassle free check invery close to some major malls the pool was amazing aswell
5. The Golden Peak Condotel (from USD 18)
Located on the 12th floor of Golden Peak Hotel along Gorordo Avenue, The Golden Peak Condotel is an upscale bed-and-breakfast type accommodation that not only allows you to relax, but allows you to relax with a gorgeous view of the Cebu City skyline too. The Golden Peak Condotel is quite accessible too – it’s near Ayala Center Cebu, Escario Central, and a few restaurants and hotspots. If you’re craving for some good coffee and food, The Golden Peak Condotel lets you access the hotel’s café and restaurant on the second floor. The Golden Peak Condotel is true to its word of wanting you to relax: your room features a hot tub too! There are also laptop-friendly workspaces and free complimentary essentials if you need them.
The Golden Peak Condotel Room 1217Cebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
safe and clean as wellthe hotel is old but everything is cleannice clean room hassle free staybed linen smells good and cleanHost:
tyrone is a good hostthe staff in the hotel are also helpfulthe condotel had friendly and helpful staffexcellent and understanding hostroom was great and the host was very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the hotel was close to good restaurants and close to ayala mall so the location was very goodgreat place for the money walking distance to the best mallunit is inside golden peak hotel walking distance to ayala mall which is popularu can walk to the mall a convenience store nearby and easy to get taxithe place was easy to find public transportation is readily accessible
6. Furnished Studio in Mivesa Gardens (from USD 21)
Located along Salinas Drive Extension, Mivesa Gardens is a great place for those looking for accessibility: it’s near JY Square, IT Park and UP Lahug. But aside from being conveniently near these places, this gorgeous condo also has an equally gorgeous outdoor pool for your relaxation needs. The condo also provides free Wi-Fi access and complimentary toiletries for its guests. It also has a kitchen, a TV, air-conditioning and a heater-powered shower too, so you can be pretty sure that your stay here is anything but uncomfortable.
MivesaRes with internet Cebu Near IT ParkCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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and wifi is amazinggood wifi speed comfortable bedstrong wifi strong ac hot shower fridge & microwave swimming pool and a little hot plate for cookingwhats good is the wifi and the bed is big theres an extra bed toowifi has a relatively good speed too so i had the chance to work with my laptopCleanliness:
i had to clean firstthe place is clean since it is newvery simple clean efficient place to stay for rest & relaxation in-between tripsoverall complex is nice and cleanroom is super clean nicely decorated 24 hr security and a 7/11 in the complexHost:
rolando was a good hostthe host is very accomodating and kindhe is very accommodating and great customer servicethe cleaner/helper and the host were all nice and accommodatinghighly recommended guys such a great host&place specially to unwindRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place good location and fantastic value for moneythe place is in good location that is close to major destinations in the cityvery nice stay - secured and very near restaurants and shopsit is highly recommended with its location (near to most good spots) and the service and assistanceok i have to admit if you just want a cheap convenient place to stay then this is fine
7. Bert’s Condotel (from USD 17)
For only 17 USD a night, you can get an apartment-type room for two in the heart of Metro Cebu. Bert’s Condotel is located along the highway, near Ayala and SM malls, so it’s very accessible to city hotspots if you want to grab a drink or coffee. It’s also near the airport, being only 7 kilometers (4.3 mi) away. Bert’s Condotel offers Wi-Fi access for its guests, laptop-friendly workspaces for your last-minute work needs, and a private bathroom with a hot/cold shower.
3B Standard Room (Double)Mandaue City, Cebu, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the room was clean which is the most important thing for methe apartment was clean and affordablethe place was clean and nicevery nice room clean bathroom with hot shower good communication good internet we were very pleasedRead more reviewsLocation:
very good place to stay near j mall where you can find immigration bureau
8. Splendid home with views of Cebu City (from USD 51)
Book a stay at this luxury condo located in the heart of the city. The spacious studio has 180 degree views of Cebu City and puts you close to the city’s nightlife, restaurants and shops. There’s a double bed and a single sofa bed, comfortably fitting up to three guests. The Airbnb also has WiFi, onsite parking (for an additional fee), cable TV, air-conditioning and essentials (bath towels, bed sheets, toilet paper and soap). Guests are also welcome to use the condo’s facilities like the pool and gym.
Splendid & Pristine Elegant Home n Ayala Cebu CityCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
- wifi is super fast- the infinity pool on the 28/f has a stunning viewalso have a wifi that can play on their kindlesthe unit has a wide screen tv that they enjoyed watching disney moviesreally appreciate the fast wifi cleanliness and her hospitalityCleanliness:
it is sparkling clean and smells fantasticit was super clean and felt homely and comfortable- you will also notice the place is spotless cleanthe house is very nice and cleanmae ann’s place was very cleanHost:
the host ann is really nicemae was very accommodating and made sure to answer any questions i hadmae ann’s lovely home is the place to be when in cebu and she’s the sweetest host evershe is very welcoming friendly and attentive to our needshost mea ann is very kindRead more reviewsLocation:
good accommodation close to ayala mallbrilliant apartment in great locationplace is very well equiped and conveniently located very close to the mallneighborhood is very safe and quietmae ann's place was perfect for a city break
9. Designer studio unit in Cebu Ayala Mall & Business Park (from USD 39)
Have an excellent stay at this designer studio! With two queen-sized beds, the studio can fit up to four guests. Amenities include WiFi, cable TV, air-conditioning, essentials such as bed sheets and towels, guests can also use the kitchen to whip up meals. Guests are also welcome to use the condo’s facilities, namely the pool and gym.
14th Floor Designer Studio Unit Calyx Cebu AyalaCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
pool has perfect view of the citythe amenities were great: the gym pool and sky loungealso the pool had an amazing viewexcellent stay wi-fi was great better than our house in ukexcellent stay wi-fi was great better than our house in ukCleanliness:
the place was clean and very accessiblegood room very clean and comfortablethe room is modern and clean we rly enjoy in herethe place is beautiful and very cleanthe place was clean the bed was very comfortable with extra pillows everything worked perfectlyHost:
jamela is a great hostthe front desk staff and george the condos staff are very nice and extremely helpfuljamela is a friendly and kind host always available to satisfy her guests requirementssecurity guards are fantastic and helpful laundry room is on 1st floor and great day servicestaff is very friendly check in and check out was quick and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within walking distance to ayala mallthe location was great 5mins walk to the biggest shopping mallthe location is perfect and is close to a major mallthe location is greatgreat location as well
10. The Beach House (from USD 65)
Located on a beach in Dalaguete, this beach house has two rooms with a king-sized bed and two single beds to comfortably fit four guests. The Beach House has views of both their 22m/ 72ft pool and the sea. Guests will have access to complimentary WiFi and TV so you can unwind after a day out exploring. Other amenities include a mini bar, beach essentials and air-conditioning. Although there’s no kitchen, breakfast is provided and there’s a coffee maker and refrigerator.
Beachhouse Poolside Room.Dalaguete , Cebu, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
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the room was amazing and the views breath takingthe view from the room is very nice as open to the sea and the pool as wellwe had a great and comfortable stay with super amenities modern infrastructure and am amazing hostplace have amazing view and rooms are of good and cosy conditionthe rooms and the interior are great as wellCleanliness:
place was sparkly cleangreat place with a high standard on the cleanliness decide and privacythe pool is better than it looks in the pictures and super cleanRead more reviewsHost:
the owners are gracious hoststhe host here are great amazing peopleincredible hosts and excellent accomodationtim and anne just defined great hosts for mefood is great ammenities are amazing and the hosts are wonderful
11. ANRI Pension House (from USD 16)
ANRI Pension House is a budget hotel, located just a stone’s throw away from Cebu IT Park (which has a ton of good food and a café that serves heavenly chocolate lava cakes, by the way). Located along 2nd Street, Villa Amores, ANRI Pension House offers its guests Wi-Fi access, free parking, TV with cable, air conditioning, private bathrooms with hot showers and laptop-friendly works spaces. They also have free complimentary essentials should you need them.
ANRI Pension House - Double DeluxeCebu City, Central Visayas, PhilippinesTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
slow wifi but great placeair conditioning and warm water were nice to havei like the hot shower and strong airconbeyond that the room was goodvery nice and comfortable small room in behind it parkCleanliness:
toilets are spotless and they smell nicethe room is clean and quietthe room was small as advertised but cleannice place and clean roomthe room is very clean and neatHost:
staffs are kind and reliablestaff are accommodating and responsivereceptionists ans guards are kindstaff were friendly and accommodatingthey were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just 2 mins walking distance from cebu it parkgood location near it parkgreat close to everything you needgreat location and value for moneythe place was good and near it park
12. Naps x Adventures
If you’re more of the adventurous type who’s looking to explore Cebu more than anything, Naps x Adventures is definitely worth your attention. This bed and breakfast is not only accessible – being a mere 2 kilometers (1.2 mi) away from Ayala Center and Magellan’s Cross – but it also offers tour packages and car rentals for its guests, so you wouldn’t have to stress about finding a new tour operator. Naps x Adventures also has a 24-hour front desk, WiFi access, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with showers.
Naps x Adventures
13. Sunny Garden View Room
Cebu is known for the warmest and most welcoming hosts, and this Airbnb has one of the most helpful hosts too, who lives in a separate room in the apartment and is ready to answer any of your questions. This apartment-type Airbnb listing is located in a safe and friendly neighborhood, and is close to public transport so it’s pretty easy to get around. It’s also close to Ayala Mall where you can try out great restaurants and even get a massage. And if you don’t feel pampered yet, this Airbnb has a cleaner who comes thrice a week who can help you do your laundry too.
Sunny Garden View Room is located in One Oasis Condominium, Magsyasay Street. It offers Wi-Fi access for its guests, has a shared bathroom, air conditioning, a pool, a private garden (for your leisurely breakfasts or afternoon tea), and complimentary essentials.
Sunny Garden View Room
A bang-for-your-buck Cebu trip
With all of Cebu’s beautiful sites to see and a smorgasbord of great food to match, it may be wise to save on accommodation and spend on experiences instead - after all, you came to Cebu to explore, not to stay in bed. For a budget-friendly Cebu trip, check out these affordable, must-stay Airbnbs!
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