HappyNest Hostel Cebu

Hotels
7.5 (619 reviews)
Tanchan Commercial Building (Behind Toyota MJ Cuenco) Lapu Lapu Street , Cebu City , PH

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Laundry
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good location
Convenient on-site dining
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy environment
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.25
Multiple reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including dirty rooms and mold.
Service
9.25
Many reviews praise the staff for being helpful and friendly.
Location
9.25
Numerous reviews highlight the convenient location near ferries and attractions.
Room Quality
6.25
Mixed reviews mention issues such as noise, cold rooms, and lack of windows.
Amenities
7.25
Some amenities are noted as lacking, such as cleanliness of showers and absence of towels.
Value for Money
7.25
Some reviews suggest it's not worth the price, particularly in relation to quality.
Food and Beverage
7.25
Reviews mention convenient on-site dining options, though specifics are limited.
Overall Experience
7.25
General sentiment aligns with average expectations; it meets basic needs but has notable downsides.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 15:36

Property Description

Centrally Located Hostel in Cebu City

Convenient Facilities: HappyNest Hostel Cebu offers air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, a shared lounge, and a 24-hour front desk for a comfortable stay. Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property.

Near Key Attractions: Explore Cebu City easily with Magellan's Cross, Fort San Pedro, and Santo Nino Basilica just a stone's throw away. Immerse yourself in the local culture at Yap Sandiego Ancestral House.

Travel-Friendly: Located less than 1 km from Colon Street and 11 km from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, making your travel experience hassle-free.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Cebu City? Book your stay at HappyNest Hostel Cebu now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 619 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 6.25
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 7.25
Food and Beverage: 7.25
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Isabel • couple • es
4
Solo recomendable si interesa estar muy cerca del ferry y no hay nada mejor cerca.
Pros:

La cercanía al puerto.

Cons:

Habitación sin ventana y pequeña. Faltaba sábana encimera, solo ponían una manta, que probablemente no lavan cada vez que se desocupa la habitación.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Giancarlo • solo_traveller • ph
9
Very good.
Pros:

The staff are amazing especially those working on night shifts.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Kar Ming • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • nz
6
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • ch
3
Cons:

Je suis restée une nuit pour prendre le ferry le matin suivant. L’accueil n’était pas très aimable. En arrivant, je demande si la cuisine est encore ouverte, on me répond que oui. 10 minutes plus tard, après m’être installée, je descends pour manger. On me dit très sèchement que c’est fermé. Bien dommage.
Finalement, je n’avais pas d’adaptateur fonctionnel. Je demande à la réception, on me renvoie dans un magasin, il n’y en avait pas. Je découvre le lendemain matin qu’il y avait une prise disponible avec le bon connecteur dans un endroit de l’auberge. Ce manque de serviabilité est décevant.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Noelia Navarro • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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francois • solo_traveller • be
6
Cons:

Pas de miroir dans la salle de bain.Assez bruyant.
Le prix est bien moindre sans passer par Booking...

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • es
1
Not a place to sleep, very noisy
Pros:

Close to the port

Cons:

I booked a private room at Happy Nest Hostel because I wanted to rest properly and get better sleep. I already knew the room had no windows and accepted that because the price was cheap. However, there was an extremely loud constant noise in the room, like a machine engine or industrial fridge running all night.

Unfortunately, it made it very difficult to sleep, which defeated the purpose of booking a private room in the first place. The staff were polite, but because of the noise I personally wouldn’t recommend staying there.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Mary Marjorie • couple • vn
5
You get what you pay for
Pros:

Ok

Cons:

The windows

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Coreina • solo_traveller • ph
8
Pros:

Room was spacious even if property is just small

Cons:

I think some of the rooms are still unfinished since it doesn't have paint on the wall

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Shahar • solo_traveller • il
5
Pros:

Good dorm room

Cons:

Really smelly place

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Salud • family_with_children • ph
9
Pros:

The location is ok

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Rafael jr • solo_traveller • ph
4
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Adeline • couple • au
2
Cons:

It was so loud. We could hear everything from the lobby/ cafe from our room all night and in the morning. The area was good if you are getting the ferry but so dodgy and it felt very unsafe. No where to eat around.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Wasn’t staying there due to other accommodations

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Jacky • solo_traveller • ph
10
It was budget friendly and very accessible!
Pros:

I like the washroom area and the bed space. The room is spacious with a keycard. Easy to check in and check out. Very recommended!

Cons:

The lounge or common area could be improved.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Oğuz • solo_traveller • tr
10
Pros:

Bir gezgin olarak bir hostelde olması gereken herşeyin olduğuna inanıyorum, personel çok yardımseverdi, wi-fi çekimi iyiydi , odalara kartla giriş yapmak güzel bir detaydi ayrica sıcak soğuk su alma imkanı var

Cons:

Yok gibi

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Liam • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • fr
6
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee