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Mactan


''This page refers to the island in Cebu. For the battle that happened here, see Battle of Mactan, For the airport of this island, see Mactan-Cebu International Airport

Mactan is an island that lies a few kilometers to the southeast of Cebu Island in the Philippines. The island is part of the Province of Cebu and is divided into Lapu-Lapu City and the municipality of Cordova. The island is connected to Cebu by the Marcelo Fernan Bridge (Mactan II Bridge).

The Mactan-Cebu International Airport, the country's second busiest airport, is found on Mactan Island. Mactan is also the site of the Battle of Mactan, the first battle between native Filipinos and Europeans. In this battle, which occurred in 1521, the explorer Ferdinand Magellan met his death at the hands of the tribesmen under the local chieftain Lapu-Lapu, for whom Lapu-Lapu City was named.

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Hotels in Mactan
Crowne Garden Hotel Score 6.675 from 3 reviews
Salinas Drive, Lahug 6.68/10
Crowne Garden Hotel has 95 rooms currently available for occupancy, with additional rooms as an ongoing work-in-progress. It used to be known as La Guardia Hotel and was much smaller. 2 function rooms are available, each able to accommodate up to 50 people, while gatherings for up to 250 people can be held in the Grand Ballroom. In addition to a restaurant, an internet cafe is also located on the premises wherein guests can surf the web for about PHP 20 (approximately USD 0.50) per hour. ... more
 
Palazzo Pensionne Score 7.2 from 5 reviews
49 Sepulveda Street 7.2/10
Cafe Juliana is where we offer a variety of cuisine to guests. Our experienced chef will whip up a good meal for your palates. ... more
 
 St. Moritz Hotel Score 7.775 from 9 reviews
Gorordo Ave. 7.78/10
A cozy restaurant and the al fresco patio "L'Oasis Garden" invite you for breakfast, lunch and dinner, a snack or a drink, with a wide selection of both local and international dishes. At noon and in the evening, a set menu, with a selection of entrees and main courses is on offer. The adjacent pub helps you to unwind after a stressing business day or after a day spent at the beach or on the greens. ... more
 
Waterfront Airport Hotel & Casino Score 0 from 0 reviews
1 Airport Road 0/10
Experience a stunning first class hotel in Manila, Philippines that shines with the beauty of the Pearl of the Pacific! Enjoy the finest accommodations at Manila Pavilion, where the rich heritage and warm hospitality all come to ebullient life. ... more
 
ALTA Cebu Village Resort Score 6.225 from 9 reviews
Tugbungan, Pilipog, Cordova 6.23/10
Where quality meets affordability - Compared with other local resorts, ALTA is not only the newest resort, but also the most affordable 4-star resort in Cebu. ALTA exhibits a standard of excellence in both service and facilities that makes it a truly great value. ALTA staff regularly go "beyond the call of duty" to cater to your needs. Most of all, guests often say that our staff is genuinely, "from the heart", friendly. ... more
 
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