Papabo Backpackers Mactan

It’s fine for a stopover but I wouldn’t stay any longer. Staff were so friendly but was waiting a while for food. There was a big dip in the bed which wasn’t ideal. There’s nothing around the area and found it quite unsafe but overall it was a good stay

Extremely disappointed do not stay here if a female young solo traveler. On arrival, there was a disturbing and uncomfortable scene of four 50 year old Americans, making me feel unsafe, with a young Filipino lady among them. The private room was not the same one as a photo but a tiny box which didn’t lock from outside. There was feces in the shower, and the toilets out of order - had to use pool one! Pool was inaccessible. The staff did kindly offered us a better room with own bathroom.

Ik had de ‘privé’ kamer.. dit bleek niks meer dan een kamer in de rij van de 20 pax dorm. Enige verschil was de roldeur, die je enkel van de binnenkant kon sluiten. Matras was helemaal ingezakt en gevoel alsof je op een houten plank lag. Lampen/airco en stekker kast hingen los. Douches waren gemengd, enkel met een douchegordijntje ervoor. Hou hier dus rekening mee.

Stayed for a night. It was nice to have a bar, restaurant, and pool there for convenience. Rooms were capsule style that were comfy enough. Sockets in the capsule but sometimes my light would not work. Facilities were ok but not the cleanest. It was just an ok for a stopover, but not a social spot.

Mega nettes Personal, Pool schön. Knappe halbe Stunde Fahrt zum Flughafen, ebenso in die Stadt. Mein Ventilator im Bett war kaputt, sodass ich die Wahl hatte zwischen in der Kapsel ersticken, die Tür auflassen oder lautes Rattern des Ventilators zu ertragen. 2 Toiletten für 20 Leute sind etwas wenig. Insgesamt okay für eine Nacht, aber zu weit vom Flughafen und zu weit von der Stadt - und nicht für die Unterkunft selbst wert zu bleiben. War okay, würde aber nicht wieder schlafen.

⭐️⭐️⭐️The property is beautiful, and the staff were very nice and welcoming. I met some lovely people during my stay, and the overall atmosphere was pleasant.However, there were a few issues that affected my experience: the Wi-Fi wasn’t working during my visit, there was a power cut very early in the morning which disturbed my sleep, and the food could be improved.Overall, it’s a decent place with potential, especially if you’re looking for a friendly environment and a nice set...

Has potential, nice pool and decent rooms but not very social hostel, could put on more activities. No security, can’t put your own lock on the drawers and have young kids tapping on the windows asking for money while you eat. Staff did nothing.

We got a private room and the lock was broken so we couldn’t lock it from the outside or the inside (as they said it was possible). The AC was extremely cold and the remote was broken. the staff was amazing and there is so much they can do but the place needs up grades and it’s in a location where there’s is nothing around, not worth staying there just to save a couple of bucks.

Beds were lenght wise with foot or head towards hallway, crowded with backpacks and too close with people and too many beds with un maintained toilets, bar downstairs, you could feel the thumping of the music. Not for me and wouldn’t stay again, far from airport or bus terminal for Moalboal

Nothing special about this hostel. It was comfortable, clean and decent for 1 night. The location isn't amazing as there isn't much around plus you need to take a taxi for ages (given the traffic) to get anywhere.

The property is very nice, the staff is super friendly and welcoming when you first come in and during your whole stay. I will say Daisy was one of the most friendly and kind people i have met during my trip. The rooms were very clean and the bed were cleaned every day.

Really nice and helpfull staff. Good overall cleanliness. I had a good experience there.

Only stayed for a short time between flights from Cebu. Staff were really welcoming and helpful. There’s an outdoor pool, a pool table and a bar/restaurant so that’s convenient. They provided a towel which was nice. 24/7 reception also very helpful. Would definitely recommend

The location was great for the airport. Pool area nice, food tasty and staff very friendly. No windows in the private room, dorm or shower area on my floor so it all felt very dark and stuffy. Shower area was mixed and didn’t feel very private with just a curtain. Cleanliness could be improved a little.

The Staff is very kind and the homestay is pretty clean, with a good social area

This place is absolutely amazing! We’ve stayed here multiple times and enjoyed it every single time. The food is always delicious, and the atmosphere is perfect—great music, a beautiful pool, and an overall relaxing vibe.Benita and the entire team are incredibly welcoming and friendly, making each visit feel special and unique. Their hospitality really stands out.We will definitely be coming back.

The best hostel in Cebu! If you need a hostel for a layover, it’s 20 mins from the airport. Not. In the centre, the staff and the food are amazing. Beds are so comfy, lovely showers, nice pool. Iv been 4 times and Cannot recommend enough

really good place to stay near the airport, the common areas are pretty cool and food is decent, it's right opposite to a 7eleven and there is a wonderful bakery there as well, the people of the hostel are welcoming and help you almost immediately if there's any issue

Das Personal und der Service sind super! Wir hatten das Glück Robert kennenzulernen, der uns mit ganz tollen und besonderen Drinks versorgt hat. Wir hatten jede Menge Spaß mit ihm. Danke dafür! Das Essen im Restaurant ist lecker, es gibt einige deutsche Gerichte und eine wirklich große Auswahl.

Marry was super helpful booking trips and staff was super nice

The hostel is great and the staff is very friendly. Benita was very helpful to me when I needed to find medication. It is close to the airport which is also very convenient. I would definitely recommend staying here

It felt lovely to have hot water coming out of the shower

Great hostel with clean, comfortable rooms and a nice atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally friendly, attentive, and always helpful, making you feel welcome right away. Truly one of the best hostels I have ever stayed at! Highly recommended!

great staff, very friendly! had a very nice breakfast there and the dinner food also looks really good, pool table to play, nice clean pool and very good atmosphere

for a stopover place near the airport, the bar was so noisy, and you could hear the music from the bedroom. other than that the place is great, comfy beds, really nice bathrooms and the staff are very helpful with transport etc

Very friendly and helpful staff printed something for me when I asked. Always willing to help very mannerly

the best capsule and clean i visit so far in my life very japan feel and cheapest price. When i have connecting flights always in cebu i direct to stay here

Good stay for a night before a flight nice food

Great stay, amazing facilities and loved the pods, pretty lively downstairs, good atmosphere

Stayed for a night. It was nice to have a bar, restaurant, and pool there for convenience. Rooms were capsule style that were comfy enough. Sockets in the capsule but sometimes my light would not work. Facilities were ok but not the cleanest. It was just an ok for a stopover, but not a social spot.