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Papabo Backpackers Mactan

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
A row of three bathroom stalls with individual mirrors and a ceiling fan.
Reception
Outdoor dining
Basic Triple Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Marigondon Crossing, Lapu- Lapu City, Lapu-Lapu, Mactan, 6015
  • Place, Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Mactan Doctors' Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mactan Export Processing Zone
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cebu (CEB-Mactan - Cebu Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Twin Bunk Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Triple Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 50 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A row of three bathroom stalls with individual mirrors and a ceiling fan.

Basic Twin Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a ceiling light, an air conditioning unit, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lapu-Lapu

Located in Marigondon within a mile (2 km) of Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan, Papabo Backpackers Mactan is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mactan Doctors' Hospital. This 6-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mactan Doctors' Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mactan Export Processing Zone - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Jpark Island Waterpark - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cebu Yacht Club - 16 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lin's Coffee Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Africa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The High Grounds Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Elora - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪haruhay restaurant and resort - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Papabo Backpackers Mactan

Guests staying at Papabo Backpackers Mactan enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free offsite parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Hair dryers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: PHP 170 to 599 for adults and PHP 170 to 350 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PHP 170 to 599 for adults, and PHP 170 to 350 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

This hostel is situated in Marigondon within a short 19-minute walk of Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan. You'll also find Jpark Island Waterpark and Lapu-Lapu City Hall within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Papabo Backpackers Mactan on Jul 19, 2026 start from $4, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking.

Does Papabo Backpackers Mactan feature a casino at the property?

No, Papabo Backpackers Mactan doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Papabo Backpackers Mactan a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a garden, and a 24-hour front desk at this hostel.

Does Papabo Backpackers Mactan have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Papabo Backpackers Mactan feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Papabo Backpackers Mactan offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Papabo Backpackers Mactan allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Papabo Backpackers Mactan.

Does Papabo Backpackers Mactan have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

The closest major airport to Papabo Backpackers Mactan is Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB), which is 6 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Papabo Backpackers Mactan?

No, there aren't any rooms at Papabo Backpackers Mactan that offer a balcony.

Papabo Backpackers Mactan Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Julien

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet not clean, aircon not enough for the bedroom. Mattress not confortable. Staff woke up me at 3am, was a mistake. And talk loudly in the bedroom during 10 minutes. But food good, stall in restaurant and bar good. And good decoration.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EUN YOUNG

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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