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Reviews of Magabelle Guesthouse

Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Cebu City Hipodromo Cebu City, 6000 Cebu City, Philippines

#10 of 25 B&Bs and Inns in Cebu City

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Review score

Based on 226 B&B reviews

7.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    6.3

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    7.0
    Overall stay was ok.
    • Couple
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC wasn't that cool enough. Water pressure was very low. Location was difficult to find as road construction was being done.

    Martina, the one who takes calls, has been very helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room was clean, but i would suggest better cleaning on the terrace and a definitely better cleaning in the kitchen. Cold shower. Staff non existent, we only saw someone in the morning, but a lovely neighbor helped us to check in (keys are waiting on the table, next to the entrance, and you need to leave you key at the table after the check out, so full trust ;) This property is located in the Hipodromo barangay, there is only one road into and out of it, so Ayala shopping mall is 20-25min walking distance. Also, it looks dogy when you are there for the first time, but we felt absolutely safe, you have some shops with all the necessities, bakery etc. This is a small city within the city with a small self-sufficient community.

    Great location, in the middle of the city, a lot of shops near by, lovely roof terrace, free drinking water. They also offered us a free breakfast (not mentioned on the booking website) which was a lovely surprise - rice, sausage, egg and coffee. There is a kitchen that you can use. Quiet at night, ac, hostel inside is modern. Great price.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the design simple and cozy

    The ambiance is cool. especially the plants. and the deisgn.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    7.0
    It was a proper guesthouse to stay in if you just want a place to sleep in at night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Dogs outside are noisy.

    Proximity to Ayala Center Cebu. The Wi-Fi connection is fast and reliable. Relaxed check-in and check-out system.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    7.0
    Good location if you like to walk
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location wasn't the best, the bed was uncomfortable, I was there two nights and never saw an employee. Some of the photos from the ad weren't from the real location.

    I loved the rooftop kitchen and dining area.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    8.0
    Nice accommodation near city center
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Proximity to city center

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I didn't know there was a free breakfast so that's a bonus! The staff were so accommodating and nice. Worth more than the price. I especially loved the rooftop where it's so cozy and cool! Overall, the stay was worth the price considering it was also the Sinulog week festivities.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Booked this for my cousin, they loved the Location , its near cebu business park and walking distance to vfs global building (reason why theyre in cebu)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi wasn’t great but they were very accomodating and moved my room which was lovely

    Great value for money, simple but comfortable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no window in the room. Location is not very good as it is very local area. No hot water in shower.

    Clean room with aircon. Free hot and cold water and coffee. Nice terrace on higher floor. There is a kitchen, microwave, small fridge.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    7.0
    What you pay is what you get, if you lre on a tight budget this place is good,cheap not much clean, no tissue provided n
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Theres no tissue , the blanket , no kettle inside the room you have to go rooftop for the qater and hot water , no coffee available no coat hangers for the cloths

    Simple, so many small shops you can buy stuff like coffee or small meal, aircondition is cold , wifi is ok

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No spa, no swimming pool, no room service. ;) They have indoor parking for your motobike though.

    Clean, friendly staff, complementary breakfast

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very basic room, only small window in bathroom

    Clean, friendly owner, good value

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    6.0
    Decent for solo travelers on a budget if you can withstand a hot room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was too hot, and at night there was too much noise from the locals and dogs barking. The bathroom sink was partially falling off and the toilet flush was weak.

    The staff was very friendly and helpful, the locals in the area was also very friendly. The roof open area was nice and spacious and had a decent view of the area.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    7.0
    Low cost and down to earth stay in Cebu
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really enjoyed the simple breakfast and coffee, and the host was friendly and helpful. Great roof-top kitchen and outside dining area. Wifi is also available. I appreciated the soap, shampoo, toothpaste and toilet tissue. The people I met in the community around the guest house were good to talk to and some gave directions or casual conversation or watched to ensure all was well. I used Grab to get to and from the city cente.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is located quite a long way from the mall. Also far from places to eat

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    6.0
    Abit pricy for the location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was not expecting the location.

    The staff during breakfast and the rooftop.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    8.0
    I LIKE THE STAFF AND THE PLACE I STAYED
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like the place. its comfy and the staff is approachable. I stayed here for 2 time's.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    7.0
    Value for money just ask for a fan
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fan or working ac was so awfully hot all night

    Was just for sleep 1n basically all good

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Simple

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only small window in bath room. Location is hard a bit secluded, ok for budget Travelers but you'll have to do some walking as not many taxis go into the hippodromo.

    Comfortable room with AC and private bathroom. Has some seats on the roof and in the hallway to relax.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant guesthouse good price good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room very little and simple but clean and no insects :) The very steep staircase with very high steps not so confortable There is almost no contact with the owner. I sent a message to them at 5pm to say ill check in at 10:30pm but they didnt reply, and when i arrived there is nobody for check in. Hopefully the neighbours helped me to contact them and they came after 30mn to give me the room. if not i was sleeping in the street! I saw them very shortly for breakfast and for my laundry. For the check out at 12 noon there is nobody there i just put my key there and go. They dont reply at the messages through booking.com and there is no cellphone number to contact them But this is details and my general feeling is good, its one of the best cheap lodgin i got in Philippines

    I liked its walking distance to Ayala mall and near to North terminal,and only 45mn from the airport. Its a very good place to go anywhere in Cebu. The price is very affordable 34€ for 2 days with free breafast on the rooftop is pleasant. The rooftop is also a nice smoking area, with a kitchen where its possible to cook and free cold/hot water. I like also the quater inside the little streets very filipino style and lots of little shops around for all yr needs with filipino price. There u can eat well for 2€ When u go there your taxi will find the guest house with the GPS and there is arrows magabelle direction in the streets arround. I like also the laundry inside with a good price :) My gf came in the morning and they made the 2 breakfast for free knowing i was in a single room.. Its nice from them, thank you Its also quiet place and you ll sleep well

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    7.0
    Over all it's fine, but not the location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the location and the owner is not responsive on booking. for the location, it's very hard to find. even Taxi's are not familiar. but for a tip, just mentione it is in Hipodromo and the st joseph. the residents know where it is

    i travelled alone and the room was fine and comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2023

    8.0
    A very good hotel for the solo traveller
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in February 2023

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