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Papabo Backpackers Mactan

Name: Papabo Backpackers Mactan
Address: Crossing M.L. Quezon National Highway, Lapu-Lapu, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, PH
Price range: $$$$

Hotels & Resorts · Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

9.040 reviews

An 8-room hostel near the M.L. Quezon National Highway crossing in Lapu-Lapu City, rated 9/10.

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Papabo Backpackers Mactan

Papabo Backpackers Mactan is a hostel positioned along the M.L. Quezon National Highway crossing in Lapu-Lapu City, putting it within a practical stretch of Mactan Island for travelers moving between the airport and the island's beach areas. With eight rooms, the hostel keeps a manageable scale suited to backpackers and budget travelers looking for a sociable, low-cost place to stay. Guest ratings have been strong, averaging 9 out of 10 across 40 reviews, a solid track record for a hostel-style property. Its highway-adjacent address makes it a workable base for travelers arriving late or departing early from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, as well as those exploring the wider Lapu-Lapu City area. Papabo Backpackers Mactan fits travelers prioritizing affordability and a communal atmosphere over private hotel-style amenities.

Arriving & leaving

Check-in & check-out

Check-in at Papabo Backpackers Mactan starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 12:11 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are usually possible on request but are not guaranteed — confirm with the property when you book.

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Check-out by 12:11 AM

Wayfinder route

Getting to Lapu-Lapu City

From Cebu City, cross the Marcelo Fernan Bridge onto Mactan Island by taxi, Grab or jeepney and continue toward Punta Engaño or Maribago.

Leaves from Cebu City

Journey time 20-40 minutes from the city, 15-20 minutes from the airport

Getting around Taxis and Grab serve the whole island; tricycles and multicabs cover shorter hops between resorts and barangays.

Mactan-Cebu International Airport is in Lapu-Lapu City itself, so most of the island is 10-25 minutes from arrivals by taxi.

Fares and journey times are indicative and change with traffic, season and operator. Confirm locally before you travel.

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Nearby destinations

Historical Sites

Mactan Shrine

Lapu-Lapu City

Historic park commemorating the 1521 Battle of Mactan where Lapu-Lapu defeated Magellan, featuring monuments to both warriors.

Wildlife

Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary

Lapu-Lapu City

A 920-hectare wetland sanctuary and one of the world's seven major migratory bird flyways, hosting thousands of birds from Siberia, China, and Japan.

Diving & Snorkeling

Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary

Lapu-Lapu City

One of the Philippines' oldest marine sanctuaries with pristine coral reefs, abundant tropical fish, and excellent snorkeling for all skill levels.