1/31/2011
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Cebu White Sands is a resort in Mactan Island, Cebu, owned and operated by Unchuan Development Corporation, a family corporation based in Cebu City, Philippines. Open since 1995, the resort was initially developed as an amenity to White Sands Resort Villas, a residential subdivision located just right across the street. It is now operating independently and has grown to be a favorite destination for locals and travelers alike.
ACCESSIBILITY
Daily flights take you from Manila to Cebu and vice-versa approximately an hour. Alternatively, you may opt for a direct international flight from Narita, Osaka, Hong Kong, Korea, Singapore, or Kuala Lumpur to the Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
FACILITIES & AMENITIES
Cebu White Sands’ resort and hotel facilities include two (2) outdoor swimming pools with Jacuzzis, boardroom and function rooms, business center, free wireless internet at the lobby, game room and a gift shop. Aqua sports activities include isla visita / island hopping tour, scuba diving, jet skiing, parasailing, paddle boating, snorkeling and fishing. The resort also has a mini forest and several specially designed ponds, home to authentic Japanese koi.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE OUTLETS
Cebu White Sands has two (2) restaurants. The resort’s main restaurant, Patio Gavino, is located at the poolside and serves a variety of Asian and Western dishes.
The Buena Vista Restaurant at the beachfront doubles as a sports bar – complete with a pool table, dartboards and chess tables – perfect for hanging-out with friends and loved ones.
Soon to open is Cisco’s Steakhouse where we will serve our famous burgers, barbecue ribs and prime USDA steaks.
Cebu White Sands at Maribago Beach serves regular lunch buffet every Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays.
ROYAL KOI POND
The word "koi" comes from the Japanese word meaning "carp." Also known as nishikigoi, literally meaning "brocaded carp", these are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp. Koi also means "love or affection", therefore making them symbols of love and friendship in Japan.
Here at Cebu White Sands, we pride ourselves as the first and so far only resort in Cebu with several ponds specially designed and built to inhabit these magnificent creatures. These ponds have been given extra special attention as to proper filtration, aeration, pond depth and even sunlight exposure. Our koi are hand-fed by our trained personnel and are given only the best koi food available to ensure proper growth and excellent quality made evident by the maintenance of their trademark bright colors.
The resort’s 50 guest rooms are situated on a modest 2-hectare property carefully developed to create that perfect blend of turn-of-the-century Philippine architecture and modern facilities for style and comfort.
Cebu White Sands prides itself as having rooms known to be some of the finest in Mactan. Specially designed to create a warm and relaxing ambiance, these rooms are sure to suit any traveler’s taste.
Each room has 1 single bed and one double bed, except for a few rooms with king-size beds. All rooms are fully air-conditioned. Connecting rooms are also available. In-house services include 24-hour room service, bell service, airline reservation and confirmation, baby-sitting, massage services, laundry & pressing, mail & parcel service, safety deposit boxes, transport service and travel & tour services. Currency exchange is also available at the front desk. All major credit cards are accepted. Check-in time is at 2:00 PM and checkout time is at 12:00 noon. Charges shall apply for early check-in or late checkout and is subject to availability.
For reservations, contact our reservations office at (+63 32) 495 2222 or email us at reservations@whitesands.com.ph.
Deluxe Rooms
Poolside Deluxe Class
With a rustic yet cozy ambiance complimented by the kawayan or native bamboo walls, these rooms are situated at the poolside with private balconies facing the property’s beachfront.
The rooms in this category each have a floor area of approximately 34 square meters. Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (tub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Deluxe Class
Situated right behind the poolside deluxe rooms, these guest rooms have a wonderful view of the property’s well-manicured garden.
With a floor area of approximately 38 square meters plus a private balcony, each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (tub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Poolside Deluxe Class
With a rustic yet cozy ambiance complimented by the kawayan or native bamboo walls, these rooms are situated at the poolside with private balconies facing the property’s beachfront.
The rooms in this category each have a floor area of approximately 34 square meters. Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (tub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Deluxe Class
Situated right behind the poolside deluxe rooms, these guest rooms have a wonderful view of the property’s well-manicured garden.
With a floor area of approximately 38 square meters plus a private balcony, each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (tub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Courtyard Rooms
Courtyard Villas
Courtyard Rooms
These spa-inspired rooms are complimented by an integration of Asian bests – Philippine furniture collected from all over the country as well as a number of Japanese koi ponds located in and around the Courtyard Villa.
All rooms in this wing are approximately 40 square meters in floor area. Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system, safety deposit box and a private bathroom (separate bathtub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Courtyard Villas
Courtyard Rooms
These spa-inspired rooms are complimented by an integration of Asian bests – Philippine furniture collected from all over the country as well as a number of Japanese koi ponds located in and around the Courtyard Villa.
All rooms in this wing are approximately 40 square meters in floor area. Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system, safety deposit box and a private bathroom (separate bathtub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Mabuhay Rooms
Mabuhay Rooms
Set atop the Mabuhay building by the poolside, these are modern and elegantly furnished rooms with a spectacular view of the resort.
Each room is approximately 45 square meters in floor area and has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, DVD player, Two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (separate bathtub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Mabuhay Rooms
Set atop the Mabuhay building by the poolside, these are modern and elegantly furnished rooms with a spectacular view of the resort.
Each room is approximately 45 square meters in floor area and has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, DVD player, Two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom (separate bathtub and shower) with hot and cold running water.
Semi-Suite
Semi-Suites
These spacious rooms with a floor area of around 70 square meters are particularly designed for our honeymooners and are elegantly furnished rooms with an indoor Jacuzzi and a balcony fronting the resort’s pool, mini-forest and garden.
Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom with hot and cold running water.
Semi-Suites
These spacious rooms with a floor area of around 70 square meters are particularly designed for our honeymooners and are elegantly furnished rooms with an indoor Jacuzzi and a balcony fronting the resort’s pool, mini-forest and garden.
Each room has a stocked mini-bar with refrigerator, complimentary bottled water, complimentary coffee and tea amenities, color television set with cable network, two (2) intercom-NDD/IDD telephone system and a private bathroom with hot and cold running water.
DAY TOUR ESCAPADE
Take some time off in one of Mactan’s most reputable resorts - any day of the week. Bring your family, your friends or your loved ones to Cebu White Sands for an entire day of fun in the sun!
Weekdays (Mondays to Fridays)
- PHP 500.00 NET/person with PHP 200.00 consumable
- 5 years old and below are free of charge
Weekends (Saturdays and Sundays)
- Eat-All-You-Can Lunch Buffet
- PHP 600.00 NET/person
- 5 years old and below are free of charge
ROMANTIC DINNER
Upon request
Choose from several intimate spots in the resort where you could share a private evening with your loved one. We guarantee an evening that you and your special someone will remember forever.
HAPPY HOUR
Everyday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
What day at the beach would be complete without being able to witness the sun set on an eventful day and cool off with a choice of our famous local brews and selected cocktails - all at 40% OFF between 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM daily.
AQUA SPORTS AND RECREATION
Several aqua sports activities are available for our guests. These include:
• Isla visita / island hopping tour
- Four (4) hours island hopping tour
- Picnic lunch at Islas Tres Rosas (dependent on tide levels)
- One (1) bottle of mineral water
- FREE entrance fee to the islands (Choice of visiting the famed
marine sanctuary at the Hilotongan Island or the bird sanctuaries
of Olango Island)
• Scuba diving
• Jet skiing
• Parasailing
• Paddle boating
• Snorkeling
• Fishing
ISLAS TRES ROSAS
This resort-owned 3-islet cluster just 30 minutes by motorized outrigger boats from the resort shorelines is the perfect place for group outings. The main islet has been a venue for private rendezvous and intimate parties.
