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Nustar Hotel Cebu Earns Michelin Guide Honors, Cements Leadership in Luxury Hospitality
Cebu, Philippines — NUSTAR Hotel, the first ultra-luxury hotel in Cebu, was recently included in the prestigious 2025 Michelin Guide as a recommended hotel. This recognition positions NUSTAR Hotel among an elite group of hotels worldwide, each praised by the Michelin Guide for excellence in design, architecture, service, personality, and providing exceptional guest experiences.
Michelin Guide inspectors are themselves seasoned travellers and experts in design, service and hospitality. They travel the globe and inspect hotels anonymously to ensure an unbiased Michelin Guide inspectors are experienced travelers and specialists in design, service, and hospitality. They visit hotels worldwide anonymously to provide unbiased evaluations. Hotels are rated according to five key criteria, and those that stand out receive the Michelin Key, a mark of exceptional quality.
A Landmark Moment for Cebu and Philippine Tourism
The inclusion of the NUSTAR Hotel in the 2025 Michelin Guide Hotel List signifies a significant milestone for the Philippine hospitality sector, traditionally led by international hotel chains.
“The NUSTAR Hotel’s presence in the prestigious Michelin Guide is a proud and significant milestone not just for NUSTAR Hotel, but for Cebu and the entire Philippine hospitality industry,” said Sean Knights, Chief Operating Officer of NUSTAR Resort and Casino Cebu. “This recognition affirms our unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional hotel product, allowing us to promote world-class experiences that celebrate Filipino culture, elevate service excellence and redefine the boundaries of luxury in the region.”
The NUSTAR Hotel, which opened in 2025, is the second of three hotels situated above the NUSTAR Resort & Casino, a prominent landmark on the southern coast of Cebu City. Along with the Fili Hotel, which opened earlier in 2022, these hotels represent a pinnacle of modern Filipino hospitality, combining premium accommodations, world-class service, and a rich cultural identity.
Featuring 223 spacious rooms and suites, as well as three expansive sea-facing villas, the NUSTAR Hotel is distinguished by its personal butler service. This exclusive service is provided by a team of butlers trained by Heilbron Hospitality, one of the world’s leading institutions in hospitality training. The integrated resort complex is operated by Universal Hotels and Resorts Inc. (UHRI), the hospitality and development division of the Gokongwei Group.
The recognition by the Michelin Guide extends beyond the hotel, marking a significant milestone for Philippine tourism and showcasing the country’s readiness to welcome discerning luxury travelers. These travelers seek authentic and meaningful experiences delivered with genuine Filipino warmth.
For more information and reservations, please visit the hotel website www.nustar.ph or contact the Guest Services Center at (+63 32 888 8282).
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Nustar Hotel Cebu Earns Michelin Guide Honors, Cements Leadership in Luxury Hospitality
Melo Villareal
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