About

Coming to Moalboal? Come to Chief Mau! The leading social hostel and chillest place in town! We're conveniently located just a minute walking distance to the beach where you can find the famous Sardine Run. With a bar, restaurant and reception we're ready to serve your every need. We also have a dedicated social area where friendships become easily established! Our place has a terrace, garden area and hammocks too for that ultimate chill experience.

You may choose to stay in the Backpackers Dormitory, Private Standard AC Room and Superior Queen Rooms with balcony.

We also organize the ultimate Canyoneering trip with our crazy fun professional guides. Island Hopping and Oslob Whale Shark trips are organized here as well. Come stay with us for a fun and memorable stay!

See you here soon my friend!

POST TYPHOON RAI UPDATE
The aftermath of Typhoon Rai when it hit us last December 16,2021 was devastating. To this day we are still slowly recovering. Our outdoor chill area's roof is still undergoing reconstruction and so is our kitchen. But our rooms are top despite everything and have been retouched to accommodate you well!

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • ATM
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

9.5Superb(1264)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.7
  • Atmosphere
    8.6
  • Cleanliness
    9.5
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    9.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Chief Mau Moalboal Cebu offers incredibly spacious and clean rooms, praised for their comfort and privacy features like curtains and ample storage. The staff are consistently highlighted as exceptionally friendly, helpful, and welcoming, often remembering guests' names. Its prime location is perfect for exploring Moalboal, close to the beach and amenities. While generally social, some guests note it's not a party hostel, and a few mention occasional issues with shower water pressure.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
P
Poppy
Female, 18-24, England
Very clean and staff were lovely and gave us lots of recommendations on activities to do in Moalboal whilst offering there own activities and airport transfers for good prices.
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.7
A
Aoife
Female, 25-30, Ireland
Loved my stay here. Great facilities and chill out areas. Nice social hostel but not too much of a party atmosphere. Staff are amazing!!
Stayed in Jun 2026
8.0
G
Georgia
Female, 25-30, England
Lovely staff and comfortable beds! Great location! The bathrooms need more cleaning - there were peoples belongings left in the showers for days, and the toilet paper bin was often full Also the doors are wooden so there isn’t much sound protection- this is more of an issue on wknds when the music finishes late, the staff let me move to the room furthest from the road for a quieter sleep Bottom bunks are MUCH better Travelling in low season isn’t social so don’t expect any evening events/vibe
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Location

Panagsama Beach, Basdiot, Moalboal, Cebu, Moalboal, Philippines
3.4km from city centre