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Montebello Villa Hotel

Banilad, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
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Montebello Villa Hotel
Ranked #22 of 68 hotels in Cebu City
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Shepparton, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

We booked a deluxe room over the internet. We were not asked for our preferred bedding configuration, nor did I think I should have to specify. When you are staying at such a hotel you would expect a "large" bed. What we would call in Australia, a queen bed. I'm not sure if the term is the same all over.... More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

I have been in and out of this hotel for some 15 years with stays more than 15 times, but only until recently. But now no more. It became a terrible hotel!!!! They have gradually been sliding more and more down in quality on everything. As long as they can make fast money on people, they never mind concerning what... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

I first stayed at Montebello Villa back in 1996, staying overnight on a business trip in Cebu. I was impressed by the hotel back then and even had a dip at the pool after returning from meetings. I remember the food was good and the staff were kind and helpful. On a recent trip to Cebu, I booked another overnight... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Montebello is not just a typical villa hotel. It's homey ambiance and obscure location makes it an interesting place to stay. It's rustic spanish style structure matched with a spacious lush garden right in the heart of the city is already a treat for those who want a relaxing stay. They have spacious rooms accompanied by nice and friendly staff... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Decor was old. Usual charming Filipino hospitality was strained. Rooms were dark, dingy and had bugs (centipede and ants). Pool area was great but was overrun with locals on weekends who apparently have "membership". Breakfast buffet usually ran out and wasn't replaced promptly, fruit offering was limited, although special dinner offerings with fresh seafood was exceptional. Heavy European presence. Overall,... More

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Quezon City
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Its a sprawling city hotel. Although the place has been in operation for a long time, it has maintained its homey atmosphere. It has lots of pocket gardens, rooms that are spacious and pools for kids and adults to enjoy.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

This hotel was the choice of my former classmates who came home for a class reunion. We booked three deluxe rooms with twin beds each. My group got so nostalgic when we entered Montebello's premises because it brought back many happy memories . Disappointment and sadness immediately took over our joy when we saw our rooms. Truly this hotel needs... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

I travel to Cebu two or three times a year. The Montebello Villa is my favorite. There are other reasonable 'Business Class' hotels that are cheaper, like the Northwinds and Castle Peak, but the 'MV' is far more comfortable. It's a bit older but well seasoned. The Gaisano's Country Mall is next door, and University of Cebu is across the... More

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Perth, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

We just love our room view which is a big backyard of big trees and birds are humming,a very serene place.The food was great,my Australian fiancee loves the food especially our fave gambas al ajilo-prawns.At night when we have our dinner,at poolside,there was the local band that plays our fave song,very romantic indeed.This hotel is also accessible to taxis,and there... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

You will feel that you are in the paradise even if location just at the back of a big mall. A little outdated rooms. I stayed with kids. Pool is great! And just few steps away from the Gaisano mall where you can grab a bite.

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Also Known As:
Montebello Hotel Cebu City
Montebello Villa Hotel Cebu/Cebu City
Address: Banilad, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
Region: Philippines > Visayas > Cebu > Cebu City
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Ranked #22 of 68 hotels in Cebu City
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