As Cebu solidifies its status as a global epicenter for tourism, business, and investment, Mahi Center, a dynamic mixed-use development by AppleOne Group, is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the island’s future. Strategically located less than 10 minutes from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), Mahi Center integrates retail, office, and hospitality components into one seamless ecosystem designed to meet the evolving needs of the region.
Mahi Center’s integrated approach addresses the enduring market demand for mixed-use developments, which Colliers Philippines has highlighted as resilient despite existing office and condo vacancies in Metro Cebu. By combining flexible workspaces, diverse retail, and modern leisure amenities, the Mahi Center is positioned to foster vibrant synergies and strengthen Mactan’s role as the gateway for opportunity in the Visayas and Mindanao (VisMin) region.
“With Mahi Center, we are creating more than just spaces. We are creating opportunities,” said Leif Bajarias, Chief Financial Officer at AppleOne Group. “This development is a catalyst that connects business, leisure, and tourism, enabling partners to thrive as Mactan continues to expand its place in the Philippines’ economic and tourism ecosystem.”
Mahi Center is transforming Mactan into a dynamic hub, positioning it alongside Cebu City and Manila. Its ideal location near the Mactan Export Processing Zone (MEPZ) and MCIA allows it to serve a strong customer base and offers an advantageous Business Continuity Plan (BCP) site for manufacturing, BPOs, and other resiliency-focused companies.
The retail component is anchored by popular brands such as Metro Supermarket, KFC, S&R New York Style Pizza, and Abaca Baking Co., and features the exciting entry of Oretachino Curry Ya, the first franchise from Osaka, Japan, to open in the Philippines. These premium retail and dining experiences complement state-of-the-art office spaces, which are designed to attract BPOs, startups, and established enterprises leveraging Cebu’s international connectivity.
The development is also set to enhance Cebu’s booming tourism and Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector. Fairfield by Marriott Cebu Mactan at Mahi Center brings world-class hospitality to the complex. As a transit-friendly hotel with flexible meeting spaces and backed by the Marriott Bonvoy global loyalty network, it caters to both leisure travelers and event delegates, boosting foot traffic and solidifying Cebu’s position as a premier destination.
AppleOne Group’s commitment to building resilience through mixed-use synergies is evidenced by its successful portfolio, which includes the Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort, the upcoming JW Marriott Panglao Island Resort & Spa, and Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences Cagayan de Oro.
Mahi Center, a recipient of the Best Mixed Use Architectural Design at the 11th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, is more than a commercial endeavor; it is a driver of local employment and economic stimulation. By blending commerce, culture, and connectivity, it ignites Mactan’s economic transformation and sets a new standard for vibrant urban living on the island.
“Our vision is to build an ecosystem where work, retail, tourism, and hospitality fuel lasting growth for all,” said Jheng Caballero, Vice President for Leasing. “We invite visionary brands to help shape Mactan’s future as a dynamic hub.”
