Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lapu-Lapu City travel guide

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With a population of 350,467, Lapu-Lapu City is a must-see destination in Cebu, Philippines. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lapu-Lapu City has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Lapu-Lapu City

Mactan Island Hopping Package Tours
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Where to Eat in Lapu-Lapu City

If you’re looking for affordable options, 5 CIEN (Punta Engano Road) and Plantation Bay's Palermo (Plantation Bay Resort and Spa, Marigondon) are great picks.

When to visit Lapu-Lapu City

Lapu-Lapu City in July
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lapu-Lapu City in July
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lapu-Lapu City

Plane

When flying to Lapu-Lapu City, you’ll arrive at Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lapu-Lapu City from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 14h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Lapu-Lapu City is to pick up a car hire from Cebu City, which is about 5 km from Lapu-Lapu City. You’ll find branches of National and Thrifty, among others, in Cebu City.

Plane

When flying to Lapu-Lapu City, you’ll arrive at Cebu City Mactan Intl (CEB), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lapu-Lapu City from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 14h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Lapu-Lapu City is to pick up a car hire from Cebu City, which is about 5 km from Lapu-Lapu City. You’ll find branches of National and Thrifty, among others, in Cebu City.

Airports near Lapu-Lapu City

CEBCebu City Mactan Intl

Airlines serving Lapu-Lapu City

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lapu-Lapu City

From 5-star hotels such as the Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan to great affordable options like the The Bellavista Hotel, Lapu-Lapu City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $124 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Chambre Hotel Mactan and Little Norway Guest house. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Lapu-Lapu City, with prices from $12 to $773 per night. Punta Engaño is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Lapu-Lapu City are about 13% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lapu-Lapu City

Most booked hotels in Lapu-Lapu City

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Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$245+
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Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$347+
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Radisson Blu Cebu
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$133+
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Quest Hotel & Conference Center Cebu
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$75+
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Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$279+
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Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$144+
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Hiring a car in Lapu-Lapu City

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Lapu-Lapu City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.93 and $25.24. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lapu-Lapu City, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Lapu-Lapu City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.93 and $25.24. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lapu-Lapu City, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

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