When NUSTAR Hotel Cebu opened its doors in May 2025, it brought with it the kind of world-class prestige and promise long associated with the globe’s most exclusive destinations - as Cebu’s first ultra-luxury hotel. Just months after its debut, the hotel has already secured a nomination for Best Ultra Luxurious Hotel at the LUXE Global Awards and earned a place in the prestigious Michelin Guide list of recommended hotels in 2025, distinctions rarely bestowed upon properties in the Philippines.

These recognitions place NUSTAR Hotel Cebu in rarefied company. The LUXE Global Awards recognize properties that redefine the boundaries of hospitality through exceptional service, design, and guest experience. To be included is a mark of genuine distinction.

On the other hand, the Michelin Guide, known globally for its anonymous and rigorous inspections, features only a select number of hotels that meet its criteria for excellence in design, service, individuality, value, and consistency. In both, NUSTAR Hotel Cebu has proven itself competitive and exceptional.

Rising 26 stories along Cebu’s South Road Properties (SRP), NUSTAR Hotel Cebu is the second tower to open in the NUSTAR Resort and Casino complex, following the equally acclaimed Fili Hotel. However, the Hotel sets itself apart as the region’s first ultra-luxury property, with a vision rooted in refinement, exclusivity, and heartfelt service.

Its design, a contemporary tribute to Cebu’s maritime legacy, comes from the minds of internationally renowned architecture firm HKS Singapore. From the outside, the tower stands sleek and proud, modern but meaningful. Inside, Hirsch Bedner Associates Hong Kong (HBA), one of the world’s luxury hospitality design studios, created interiors that feel like a quiet celebration of elegance with subtle textures, clean lines, and spaces.

The Michelin Guide’s recommendation affirms that NUSTAR Hotel Cebu meets global expectations in hospitality at the highest level. It is one of only a handful of Philippine hotels ever featured in the guide, reflecting its uncompromising standards. Its nomination at the LUXE Global Awards further cements its status among the country’s finest and as a rising star in the Southeast Asian luxury landscape.

They point to what Filipino hospitality can become when matched with the right vision, investment, and world-class execution. NUSTAR Hotel Cebu follows international benchmarks, helping to set them, all while staying grounded in the uniquely warm, welcoming spirit that defines the Filipino identity.

An essence of NUSTAR experience is a thoughtful balance of design, space, and service. Guests are cared for by a team of dedicated butlers, specially trained by Heilbron Hospitality - an institution known for shaping service staff for the world’s top hotels and resorts. This level of personalized care ensures every need is met with intuition and grace.

The rooms, beginning at 52 square meters, are generously sized and meticulously appointed. Suites expand up to 225 square meters, ideal for both intimate retreats and grander stays. The hotel also features three private pool villas that offer privacy, peace, and panoramic views. Guests staying in premium rooms enjoy access to the Club Lounge, where they can take advantage of bespoke privileges, curated culinary offerings, and a quiet space to unwind.

A growing hub of luxury experiences

NUSTAR Hotel Cebu is part of the larger NUSTAR Resort and Casino, a master planned destination developed by Universal Hotels and Resorts, Inc. (UHRI), the hospitality and gaming arm of JG Summit Holdings. A premier destination indulges in an immersive experience, from shopping at a luxury mall to dining at exceptional restaurants like the sophisticated Chinese restaurant Mott 32, the upscale Italian steakhouse Il Primo, the authentic Cantonese restaurant Xin Tian Di, and the modern Filipino restaurant Fina. Within this 22-acre oceanfront complex is also Fili Hotel, which has garnered its own share of international attention with a nomination for Best Luxury MICE Hotel at the LUXE Global Awards 2025.

This dual recognition positions NUSTAR as a full-spectrum luxury destination, offering experiences that span business, leisure, and lifestyle. With its integrated casino, event spaces, upscale retail, and fine dining options, the property boosts Cebu to the global radar.

A warm welcome with global polish

Located just 30 minutes from Mactan-Cebu International Airport and 15 minutes from the city’s historic and commercial districts, the hotel is ideally positioned for both international arrivals and local guests looking for an elevated escape.

NUSTAR Hotel Cebu brings with it a quiet confidence: that Filipino hospitality, when paired with world-class vision and execution, is more than ready for the world. For more information and bookings, visit https://nustar.ph.