Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan: Beachfront Condo Living in Lapu-Lapu City
Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan is an integrated beachfront condominium development by Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (CLI). It’s promoted as a tropical “beach resort community” blending home comforts with seaside living. Nestled in Barangay Suba-Basbas, Lapu-Lapu City (Mactan Island), it offers a relaxed resort-style lifestyle. With the Cebu–Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) just minutes away, Cebu City’s business districts are now a short drive, and the new Mactan airport terminal is only about 15 minutes out. As a result, residents truly can spend weekdays as easily as weekends “by the sea,” sun and sand just outside the door.
Location & Accessibility
Costa Mira sits on Mactan Island’s south coast, in the growing Lapu-Lapu City area. Its address is Suba-Basbas, near Maribago – a short ride from Punta Engaño and the Cebu Country Club area. Thanks to the new 8.9-km CCLEX bridge, downtown Cebu City is only a 6-minute drive. From Costa Mira you’re likewise about 15 minutes from the Mactan–Cebu International Airport. Everyday conveniences are close by: major malls (like Gaisano Grand Mall Basak) are under 4 km, and hospitals (Arc and Mactan Doctors) are within 4–5 km. Even the local parish church and elementary school are just a few minutes away. In short, Costa Mira balances a tranquil beachside address with very good connectivity to Cebu’s transport and services.
Building on this, Cebu’s booming tourism and infrastructure make Costa Mira a smart bet. Cebu had about 5.1 million tourist arrivals in 2024, and that demand spills over to resort-style condos on Mactan. As Cebu Grand Realty reports, areas like Mactan–Lapu-Lapu see “leasing demand in… resort condos” thanks to tourism. Likewise, the local economy is growing: Cebu’s condo market is healthy and in fact less oversupplied than Metro Manila. Major upgrades (like MCIA Terminal 2 and CCLEX) are making the island more accessible. In practice, this means Costa Mira units are well-positioned for both living and investment – modern infrastructure usually means higher property values nearby.
Amenities & Facilitiess
Costa Mira’s design emphasizes a resort vibe. The development is surrounded by tropical landscaping and offers resort-style amenities for residents to enjoy. Key highlights include:
- Pools & Recreation: An adult pool plus a kiddie pool with sun decks and cabanas. These are set amid lush tropical gardens and an open event lawn for parties or picnics.
- Fitness & Events: A fully equipped gym and multi-purpose function rooms. Whether you want to work out or host a gathering, these spaces are ready.
- Casual & Social: A seaside chapel on the grounds for weddings or quiet reflection. There’s also retail spaces and al-fresco dining spots for everyday shopping and leisure. A poolside bar and grill (the “pool bar”) keep the vacation atmosphere alive.
- Sports & Outdoor: A tennis court and active park. For families, there’s ample outdoor lawn and playground areas.
- Building Features: Each tower has multiple elevators and a two-level podium parking. Every condo has a private balcony, and select floors even feature sky gardens. On top of that, property management is on site, and security is 24/7 CCTV-guarded with standby generators.
All of this creates an atmosphere where resort-like comfort meets everyday convenience. Whether relaxing by the pool, jogging in the park, or grabbing a quick meal on-site, residents have plenty of options without leaving home. And importantly for tropical living, each unit comes with ready-for-installation features – ceramic tile floors, painted walls/ceilings, and full bathroom fixtures – plus pre-wiring for AC and internet.
In short, it’s move-in ready with modern finishes.
Unit Types & Pricing
Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan offers a range of floor plans to fit singles, couples or families. Available layouts include studio units and 1- or 2-bedroom condos. For example, studio units are about 25 sqm in size and come with a living area, dining area, kitchen, bath, and a balcony. A typical studio price is around ₱6.5 million total (as per CLI computation). One-bedroom units vary: a compact 39–40 sqm 1BR is roughly ₱8.9–9.0 million, while a larger 62–63 sqm 1BR is around ₱14 million. The two-bedroom condos are 77–96 sqm and span around ₱20–25 million.
Financing options make ownership more doable. CLI typically allows a small reservation fee (often under ₱100k) to hold a unit, followed by an equity scheme and long-term bank financing. For instance, the developer advertises 20-year mortgage plans where studios could be as low as ~₱45k–47k/month. (Fully breaking down all payment terms is beyond this summary, but buyers should know flexible monthly plans exist.)
In practical terms, that price range (₱6–25M) puts Costa Mira in the mid-market. It’s relatively affordable for beachfront living in Cebu. In fact, CLI itself touts Costa Mira as “the most affordable beachfront condominium for sale in Lapu-Lapu”. The award-winning luxury condos elsewhere often start higher; here you get beach access at a lower entry point. This helps explain why the first phase is selling fast. And if you’re wondering about unit layouts, many are combinable – e.g. you could buy two studios and knock a wall down to make a 2-bedroom.
Lifestyle & Community
Beyond bricks and mortar, Costa Mira is sold as a lifestyle. The branding says it all: “Where everyday feels like a beach vacation.” Imagine living just steps from the sand so that you can watch the sunrise from your balcony, or end your day with an ocean view stroll. The marketing copy even declares that here, “weekdays can blend into weekends by the sea… this is time, this is memory”. That kind of relaxed, pleasure-oriented vibe is real – residents will have direct beach access via a long waterfront pathway.
The community is built for families and social connection. Kids can splash in the kiddie pool or play in the open lawns, while parents grill at the cabanas or dine al fresco nearby. The on-site chapel indicates an emphasis on life events (weddings, baptisms, etc.), and multi-use halls can host parties or community gatherings. In fact, CLI notes that Costa Mira “embraces all the comforts of a tropical home centered around human connections and holistic living”. In practice, that means fostering a friendly neighborhood atmosphere (rather than a purely anonymous high-rise tower).
Health and wellness are easy, too. Residents have a choice of hospitals within minutes, and a fitness gym for daily workouts. Grocery and retail needs are covered by nearby markets and shops, plus the on-site retail building. For a night out, popular beach clubs (like the Cebu Beach Club) are a short walk away. All this combines to a resort-by-default lifestyle – you live in a condo, but it feels like living at a boutique hotel or resort every day.
Investment Perspective & Market Outlook
If you’re buying at Costa Mira as an investment (either to rent out or resell), the market looks healthy. Cebu’s condo scene is not overheated like Metro Manila; Cebu Grand Realty notes unsold inventory would take only ~2.1 years to clear, versus ~8 years in Manila. In 2023, Cebu developers put ~10,500 new condos on the market, and sold about half of them (mostly in the ₱2.5–7M range). This suggests real demand remains strong, especially among first-time buyers and practical investors.
Tourism is a big driver. As mentioned, Cebu hit over 5 million tourists in 2024. Many of these visitors look for Airbnb-style stays, so owners of beach condos can command high occupancy on short-term rentals. In fact, Cebu Grand Realty reports that Mactan and Lapu-Lapu condos are seeing booming interest from tourists, boosting leasing demand.
Long-term rental demand is also solid: Cebu attracts tech and BPO workers who can rent out condos for 4–5% gross returns. That’s competitive – gross rental yields in Cebu average around 4.9–5.0% (even after taxes and fees, nets can be ~3-4%). As one analysis puts it, Cebu condos still look like a “solid spot to invest”, especially near transit, jobs or tourist hubs.
Costa Mira, specifically, should benefit from these trends. CLI (the developer) is a heavyweight in Visayas–Mindanao real estate, with 100+ projects and ~₱30B in the pipeline. CLI’s track record includes a sold-out first phase of Costa Mira Mactan – in fact, Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan won “Best Waterfront Condo Development” in the 2022 PropertyGuru awards. That kind of recognition gives confidence in build quality and resale value. All told, experts say Cebu’s supply-demand balance still favors investors.
As a check: most units at Costa Mira fall in the mid- to upper-mid price range, a sweet spot for many buyers. Smaller studios appeal to OFW/investors and singles (due to rental yield), and two-bedrooms attract families. The project’s resort features and location help future-proof it. In short, if Cebu’s broader condo market is on an upswing, a beach-oriented project like Costa Mira is likely riding the wave.
Ideal for OFWs and Retirees
Costa Mira is especially well-suited for two important groups: Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and retirees. Many OFWs look to invest remittances in real estate at home as a long-term plan. In 2020 alone Filipinos abroad sent home over $33.2 billion, showing they have capital to invest. Buying a condo like Costa Mira can give OFWs a “virtual” home base – a tangible asset that also generates rent when they’re away. They get the security of owning property plus potential rental income to support family back home. CLI even offers flexible payment (SPAs, extended equity, etc.) to accommodate buyers who may not be in the country full-time.
Retirees – Filipino and foreign alike – will also appreciate Costa Mira. The Philippines has issued almost 80,000 retirement visas since 1987, as foreign retirees seek a peaceful life here. Why do they choose the Philippines? Officials cite Filipino hospitality, English-friendly communities, low cost of living and easy access to nature as top reasons. Costa Mira ticks many of those boxes: it’s an English-speaking, welcoming community, with affordable utilities and everyday costs. It sits right on the beach for that “nature and relaxation” factor. Plus, having an active community and on-site amenities (pools, gym, dining) helps retirees stay engaged without dealing with traffic.
For retirees or downsizers, the maintenance-free condo lifestyle is a plus. There’s no lawn to mow or roof to fix – that’s handled by the property management team. And still, you get a secure gated environment with 24/7 security. Ultimately, someone retiring here could live in or near the condo almost all the time, then rent it out when traveling or visiting family elsewhere. This flexibility – owning a home versus paying rent – is exactly what many OFWs and retirees aim for. In this sense, Costa Mira offers both a dream beachfront retirement spot and a sound financial decision.
Conclusion
Costa Mira Beachtown Mactan is more than just a condo – it’s a lifestyle proposition. It blends a tropical vacation feeling with real-world practicality. For a family, it means everyday beach holidays; for an OFW, a smart investment and a homecoming base; for a retiree, a serene yet active community in paradise. With a trusted developer behind it, full amenities, and Cebu’s growth tailwinds, this project checks many boxes. If you’ve dreamed of owning a bit of Mactan paradise, now may be the time to consider Costa Mira.
