Are you planning on a quick vacation in Cebu? Let us point you into the direction of Mactan Island, where you can experience the warm tropical breeze, walk on the fine white sands as ripples of blue seawater tickle your toes.

Nestled within Mactan’s sunny paradise is Portofino Beach Resort. Portofino is an Italian term that denotes “Port of the Dolphins.” The resort is considered one of the prominent beach choices in Cebu.

Portofino is a quick 30-minute drive from Cebu’s Mactan International Airport. The resort’s entrance fee during Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays is Php100.00. Rates during weekdays or ordinary days are discounted at Php75.00. Children 6 years old and below can enter the vicinity for free, making the beach resort a budget-friendly family getaway.

Guests can eat their fill from the food stalls or at Beach Point Lounge, which is well-known for its sumptuous culinary delights. The Beach Point Lounge serves both Filipino and international cuisines.

The resort has a swimming pool, which is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Swimming pool fees for 7 years old and above is Php100.00 and Php50.00 for children 6 years old and below. For those who still prefer swimming in salty water over chlorinated water, the resort’s beach area facilities are open until 10 p.m. These facilities include a gazebo with two tables and 12 chairs at Php1,500.00, shade sails with two tables and 12 chairs at Php1,200.00, table set with one table and 6 chairs, which is available on a first come, first serve basis only, at Php300.00. An extra table costs Php120.00, while every extra chair is worth Php30.00.

Portofino also offers a number of water sports and activities, such as banana boat rides, snorkeling, diving, jet skiing, and windsurfing. The resort also allows cruising aboard the SIV Tuko for a fee. The SIV Tuko is a 60-foot luxury boat that sails at 18 knots.
Room rates based on Portofino Beach Resort’s official Web site are:

DAY USE (from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Room Type Rate in PHP
Beachfront De Luxe                        3,700.00
De Luxe Regular                               3,300.00
Regular Poolside                              3,000.00
Standard Economy                          2,700.00
* an additional charge of Php1,000.00 applies if more than two persons are occupying the same room, and a maximum number of six persons is allowed

OVERNIGHT (from 2 p.m. to 12noon)
Room Type Rate in PHP
Beachfront De Luxe                        4,500.00
De Luxe Regular                               4,200.00
Regular Poolside                             3,700.00
Standard Economy                          3,100.00
* an additional charge of Php1,000.00 applies if more than two persons are occupying the same room, and a maximum number of six persons is allowed
* comes with free breakfast for two persons only

All room rates are good for two persons only. These rates include free entrance and use of swimming pool. Aside from excess room charge, every extra person is subject to entrance fee of Php 100/head (non-consumable) or Php 600/head (consumable). Extra mattresses are available upon request at Php250 each.

For reservations, you can check out their Web site www.portofino-mactanislandcebu.com or Facebook page www.facebook.com/pages/Portofino-beach-resort/105241886203468 (updated 02/09/2012). You can also contact them at these numbers: (032) 495-7768 and (032) 495-7881 to 82.

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