Central Visayas is the second smallest region in the Philippines, with a total area of 14,923 square kilometers. This is about 5% of the country’s land area.
The Central Visayas region (Region 7) is in the center of the Philippine archipelago. Between the main islands of Luzon and Mindanao. The Visayas Sea bordered it to the north; Sweet Potato Sea to the east;
Also read: Central Asia
Mindanao Sea to the south, and Negros Occidental Province to the west. The boundaries of regions are based on political boundaries.
Central Visayas is one of the eight major tourist destinations in the country. One of the Visayas super-regions whose strength is tourism.
Central Visayas
District 7 is one of the most developed and developed
The fourth most extensive regional economy in the land. Central Visayas is home to many enterprises, including footwear, ICT and IT-enabled services. Electronics, gadgets, foodstuffs processing, marine, household goods and furniture, among others.
DESTINATION: CENTRAL VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES
HOTEL AMENITIES
Free WiFi | Pool | Air conditioning | Breakfast available |
Bar | Room service | Restaurant | Business services |
Hot tub | Laundry | Housekeeping | 24/7 front desk |
Crown Regency Hotel & Towers
Price from: PHP4517.34
In Cebu’s Santa Cruz neighborhood, Crown Regency Hotel and Towers Cebu is in an area with wonderful shopping. Travellers with shopping on the agenda can visit the Ayala Center and SM City Cebu. Jose R. Gulas Harad Museum and Cebu Botanical Garden are also worth visiting.
This hotel offers 4 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor pool. It also offered free Wi-Fi in public areas and free self parking. In addition, the hotel has a nightclub, 3 bars or lounges and a 24-hour gym.
Language; English, Filipino.
Cebu
Cebu is the center of economic activity in the Visayas and Mindanao region. It is also the second largest central city economic center in the country. Cebu is home to over 80% of the Philippines’ inter-island shipping capacity. Cebu offers a wide range of world-class services such as luxury hotels, beach resorts, excellent restaurants and golf courses.
DESTINATION: CENTRAL VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES
HOTEL AMENITIES
Free WiFi | Pool | Air conditioning | Breakfast available |
Bar | Room service | Restaurant | Business services |
Hot tub | Laundry | Housekeeping | 24/7 front desk |
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel
Price from: PHP3598.56
In Cebu’s Lahug neighborhood, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino is in the entertainment district. Travellers with shopping on the agenda can visit the Ayala Center and SM City Cebu. Jose R. Gulas Harad Museum and Cebu Botanical Garden are also worth visiting.
At this hotel, you’ll find 10 restaurants, a full-service spa and a casino. It also offered free Wi-Fi in public areas and free self parking. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
The province also offers the latest sports and entertainment facilities.
Cebu Island’s unique topography, including north-south mountains with peaks reaching 3,400 feet in height and narrow at both ends. Provides visitors with easy access to the mountains and the sea. Offers a variety of natural features, such as rivers, waterfalls, springs, and caves.
Bohol
Neighboring Cebu is Bohol, the nearest province and the tenth largest island in the country. Bohol is taking off as a major eco-cultural tourism destination and an Agro-industrial center in the region. The investment areas of the identified SEZs focus on ecotourism, light industry, and Agro-industrial development.
DESTINATION: CENTRAL VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES
HOTEL AMENITIES
Free WiFi | Pool | Air conditioning | Parking included |
Bar | Room service | Restaurant | Business services |
Gym | Laundry | Housekeeping | 24/7 front desk |
Henann Resort Alona Beach, Bohol
Price from: PHP7541.65
In Panglao, Henann Resort, Alona Beach is on the beach. Bohol National Museum and Baclayon Church are local landmarks. The area’s natural beauty can be seen at Alona Beach and Danao Beach.
Bohol Province is a first-level province. Divided into 3 constituencies, including 1 constituent city and 47 municipalities under the Central Government. It has 1,109 barangays.
Tagbilaran City is the main commercial and government center of Bohol, as well as an education and transportation center.
Negros Oriental
In recent years, Negros Oriental has attracted its share of business process outsourcing (BPO) companies. Foreign investor interest in the country’s smaller and less crowded cities. Has led to the rapid growth of business process outsourcing centers in places like Dumaguete and Tanger. Companies can do business at a much lower cost, while communities benefit from the influx of jobs and investments.
DESTINATION: CENTRAL VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES
HOTEL AMENITIES
Free WiFi | Free airport shuttle | Air conditioning | Parking included |
Bar | Room service | Restaurant | Business services |
Gym | Laundry | Housekeeping | 24/7 front desk |
Sierra Hotel
Price from: PHP3636.84
Sierra Hotel is in Dumaguete. Rizal Avenue and Campanario are local landmarks. The area’s natural beauty can be seen at Pulangbato Falls and Casaroro Falls.
This hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Besides a free buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi in public areas, free self-parking, and a free airport shuttle are provided. In addition, the hotel has a snack bar or deli, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop.
Languages; English, Filipino.
Negros Oriental covers an area of 5,385.53 square kilometers or 2,079.36 square miles. The terrain of Negros Oriental comprises rolling hills, some plateaus and mountains.
The province was divided into twenty municipalities and five municipalities, which are then subdivided further into 557 barangays.
Dumaguete City the regional capital and seat of government. Despite having the smallest land area, it is also the most populous city.
Siquijor
In Siquijor Province, small and micro merchants dominated develop commerce, and commerce is the backbone of their business activities.
Siquijor is a coastal city in the province of Siquijor Island. It serves as the capital city.
The city covers an area of 90.70 square kilometers or 35.02 square miles. Accounting for 26.87% of the total area of Siquijor. There are 42 barangays in Siquijor.
DESTINATION: CENTRAL VISAYAS, PHILIPPINES
HOTEL AMENITIES
Breakfast available | Parking included | Business services |
Room service | Restaurant | Spa |
In’Sense Mountain Resort by Cocotel
Price from: PHP3292.30
In Siquijor, Cocotel Inson Mountain Resort is near the beach. The area’s natural beauty can be seen at Paliton Beach and Bulacao Forest Reserve. Local attractions include Hambilika Firefly Sanctuary and Hatchery and Siquijor Butterfly Sanctuary. Tulapos Marine Reserve and Church of San Isidoro Labrador are also worth visiting.
Along with an outdoor pool, this resort has restaurant and spa services. Self-parking is free. Other facilities include meeting rooms.
Languages; English, Filipino.
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