There are moments in life that once seemed so far away that they almost felt imaginary…read more For my husband and I, staying at the Shangri-La Boracay was one of those moments. We were actually supposed to come the previous year for our anniversary celebration, but life had other plans. We became very ill and had to cancel the trip entirely. After recovering and getting back to our normal lives, my beloved husband decided it was finally time to make our long-awaited anniversary getaway happen. So, we flew all the way from the quiet plains of South Dakota to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. And honestly? It was worth every mile. From the moment we landed, the experience felt seamless. Representatives from the hotel, dressed in their elegant red uniforms, greeted us immediately at the airport and handled everything from there. We were escorted into a comfortable shuttle van and brought down to the hotel's exclusive jetty area so we could transfer directly to Shangri-La without the usual chaos and confusion of island transfers. The private jetty ride itself was beautiful. The water was sparkling beneath us, the breeze was warm, and seeing the resort slowly appear in the distance felt surreal after waiting so long for this trip. When we finally arrived, we were welcomed by native performers, music, and smiling staff who somehow made us feel both important and completely relaxed at the same time. Since we booked a suite, we were assigned a personal floor valet service that operated around the clock in shifts. They even gave us a dedicated cell phone that directly connected us to whichever valet was currently on duty. I have stayed at many beautiful hotels over the years, but that level of attentiveness was genuinely impressive. Our suite was absolutely stunning. We overlooked the beach and had both indoor and outdoor dining areas, along with an outdoor hot tub that had already been prepared for us with warm bubbling water and flower petals. After the long journey, we wound up taking a nap almost immediately. When we woke up, we wandered down to the beach and that was the moment everything really sank in. The beachfront at Shangri-La feels like its own secluded world away from the busier parts of Boracay. The white sand was impossibly soft and bright, the water was cool without being cold, and the atmosphere was peaceful in a way that almost felt intoxicating. There was even a beach valet nearby ready to bring drinks while we relaxed near the shore. Mostly, though, I just loved spending uninterrupted time with my honey. No stress. No rushing. No obligations. Just the sound of the water, warm sea air, and the feeling that after years of working hard and pushing through difficult seasons of life, we had finally reached a chapter where we could stop and truly enjoy one another again. That evening we were shuttled to our anniversary dinner at Rima, which deserves its own separate review entirely because it was spectacular. The next morning we enjoyed one of the most beautiful breakfast buffets we've had in years. Fresh tropical fruits, pastries, Filipino and international selections -- everything was beautifully presented and constantly refreshed. We spent several days there simply relaxing, walking the beach, enjoying the suite, and appreciating how fortunate we were to finally make this trip happen. This is not an inexpensive hotel by any stretch of the imagination. Even with the perks my husband receives from frequently staying at Shangri-La properties, our suite still cost well into the four-figure range per night. But unlike some luxury hotels that feel expensive simply for the sake of being expensive, Shangri-La Boracay truly delivered an experience that felt restorative, romantic, and unforgettable. Leaving was honestly depressing. But as my husband and I sat preparing to leave paradise, we were already talking about returning. Hopefully later this year in 2026.

This was by far the best hotel I've ever stayed in! From arriving to the hotel by boat the…read morehospitality of the crew and workers were top notch. My luggage was handled perfectly & professionally. They were place on the boat and in my room by the time I was finished checking in. The grounds of the resort is beautiful from the exotic plants and trees to monkeys roaming ( very few) to the gorgeous scenic beach front. Every where you looked and walked things were cleaned and organized. The breakfast buffet is rotating every day so you won't get the same dish every day , maybe a variation but not the same dish. The food was filling and delicious great way to start the day. The gym and spa area is really great for solo workouts or pair . They have a lot of machines, weights and sauna, hot tub and steam room. Plenty of showers too. There was also workout classes you can join. The beach was so lovely! Best part is you have private access and a giant pool near too. I recommend ordering the Ube colada and a fresh coconut during your stay. Take advantage of the free shuttle into town to experience the localness.

OMG!!!! It was my first time traveling to Boracay, of course I was expecting sun, beach, heat and…read morelots of alcohol, but I was not expecting this place to be so spectacular, far beyond my imagination. Nami Resort is not in one of the three stations, it's located on the tip of the island (I have to admit it is not that convenient), however this place has its private beach and also they are known for their spas. They offer great service and each room has wifi (so no worries about no internet access). Also what I love about this place is that they have all the TV channels you need! haha Highly recommend this place, I will definitely come back here again next time !

I'm beyond happy that I recommended my sister to have her destination wedding at Crimson!…read more After doing tons of research; food and impeccable service at Crimson was frequently mentioned as one of the best by a lot of reviewers, and they weren't wrong at all. Traveled to a lot of places and the service here was one of the most memorable. Transportation through the resort is seamless. Their lounge by the airport before we went on their private boat was clean and had several complimentary snacks for the guests. We absolutely love getting dropped off right at their private beach front dock and greeted by welcoming drummers. Abby, the wedding coordinator or Crimson was the best! My sister said she was patient, efficient in her responses and was so helpful with the whole process which made it so easy planning things from the out of the country. She was so happy that she made sure to bring a gift for her from the US. On the actual wedding day at 3:45am, we had a terrible emergency, the groom unfortunately had to be taken to the ER having extreme stomach pain and vomiting. The Manager on duty on 2/20 went above and beyond and personally went to the couple's room to help. He even called a couple hospitals ahead of time to ensure they were going to be taken care of and took the right information needed from the hospitals to pass on to the wedding couple. He also got transportation ready to go asap. Crimson Even sent breakfast without us asking to, to the hospital while they were waiting for his results and treatment, which was so thoughtful and meant a lot to us. The wedding food selection was also amazing. (The truffle mashed potatoes were to die for) (though some of the small dessert cakes were too sweet) The bride picked the highest buffet tier and her guests said that it was the best wedding buffet selection they have ever seen. The best thing is that they even were able to move the wedding the next day after the emergency and were able to make the wedding happen seamlessly and beautifully, which was amazing and miraculous in itself given the circumstances. We are so happy we picked a place that truly cared so much about our experience. So if you are thinking of where to have your wedding in Boracay, look no further. You will get what you pay for and more. Crimson will do their best to deliver. Hands down 5-stars all around! *Riza also left a wonderful impression during check-in on 2/18 and delivered iconic hospitality. We easily connected and even remembered me throughout my stay anytime we came across each other. * The Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay won the Condé Nast Johansens Award for Excellence for "Best Breakfast" in 2025. We absolutely love the breakfast each day. *Go for an ocean view suite room if you can! You won't be sorry!

An amazing stay overall! From the airport, there was a easy private shuttle to their private dock…read more The dock was clean, had ac and complimentary items. Staff was friendly. The dock was actually walkable and goes 20-30 yards into the water. Transportation including bus and boat ride was under 40 minutes and we appreciated that we never felt rushed by staff. Upon arrival to the resort, this place is absolutely modern, clean and stunning. We also got a tour of the place during check-in. The room was beautiful, large windows, great wifi, great water pressure and shower. Housekeeping was quick with requests and very attentive. The pool area does close kinda early but it's basically empty every night by nightfall. The beach area is gorgeous, especially the sunset. There's also couple romantic dinner reservations available with live music. Azure the restaurant was clean, beautiful and attentive. Mosaic the latin grill is definitely more upscale. The bread is a nice touch and this place is stunning as well. Our only con would be no airplay/screensharing available for apple products on the room tv's. Cannot wait to come back.

Please do not try to order their Paella. The paella here is ridiculously tasteless. Not only that…read moredoesn't deserve the almost $20 price for its taste, texture and food presentation. The seafood on their paella is only 1 piece of shrimp and 2 small pieces of mussel. I almost collapse when I taste it and can't take that I paid for it.Actually of their food is pricey. The only good thing about this place is the beach. Will Never go back again.

Great atmosphere. Amazing beach ! Must stay hotel in Boracay !!! I love this place and the people…read moreare here to make sure you are taken care of.

We stayed for 3 days in this resort. Everything is great from the staff who are very friendly and…read morealways smiling the breakfast, and excellent services from the concierge, servers, receptionist, and bar tenders. But, the resort is somewhat outdated. The pool needs to be upgraded. The food is delicious. I think tropical/ Island music around the breakfast and bar area will be a plus! Food at the bar is delicious. There's no entertainment at night, so customers go to next door and listens to music and entertainment. They provide robe in the room but it is too small/ short. Generally, I think sea wind resort is an excellent place to stay in Boracay, and I am recommending it to anyone who are looking for a good place to stay in paradise.

We were treated like royalty our entire stay at Sea Wind. Each staff member went above and beyond…read moreto ensure our stay was comfortable and memorable. The staff took extra care to ensure all our needs were met, and I was blown away by the service. I can't imagine staying anywhere else when visiting. I hate to make comparisons, but we went to a high priced resort on the island for lunch, and their service was nothing compared to that of Sea Wind's. From their clean rooms, easy check-in process, beachfront reclinable loungers and on-site massage services, Sea Wind is the #1 resort in Boracay. They offer a free buffet breakfast everyday, and a beachfront bar. Sea Wind sets the bar high for resorts, and I will most definitely be comparing any future trips to the experience I had at Sea Wind.

Comfortably priced 4-star resort for 2 pax room. The amenities are clean, spacious and well…read moremaintained. There are a few pools but the beach is not even a minute walk away from the property, with multiple restaurants and vendors boasting watersports activities close by. On site buffet also operates for dinner at a fee, but very delicious for the area. I would stay again! My only qualm was when they first took us to what we thought was our room was an already inhabited room. I suggested to them to please check their reservations and also update key coding to prevent this in the future.

This place spoiled me and I'm all for it. From airport pickup/drop-off, they took care of us and…read moremade sure we arrived at our hotel with all our baggage in tow safe. Though we came in earlier than the check in time alloted, we got a room right away. We had booked a family suite which has 2 bedroom and pool access. They helped us to our room and showed us the ammenities included with it. Our room was only a few steps away from the pool and the towel service (which they gave you towel cards so you can borrow clean beach towels to use). This hotel was also a short walk away from the beach in which you can use their beach chairs (first come, first serve) and there's an attendant that oversee them. We spend the whole day at the beach! Included with your reservation (now I don't remember if we paid for it or not), was their breakfast buffet. Located at their Sea Breeze restaurant. You check in with the attendant, tell them your name and they'll show you to yoir seat. Their menu rotates, but they always have their regulars like rice, American breakfast and breads. My only complaint is from some guests that feels so entitled that they needed to be served like people who worked here is their personal help. Anyway, will definitely stay here again if we ever go back because This definitely was an awesome experience for us and we were so well taken care of that we didn't want to leave.

This is our second stay at discovery shores. I've never stayed anywhere else in Borocay. Why mess…read morewith perfection? The breakfast buffet is our favorite, it starts early and ends late, plenty of time for the 14 of us to gather and realize our intention for the day. This resort is the highlight of our year. Thank you, Discovery Shores for the impeccable service and amazing experience!

Beautiful property with exceptional service. The private beach is fantastic. We've been to Boracay…read moremany times and this stay was the best. The rooms are some of the best rooms in the Philippines. You will not regret your stay here. The only thing to improve if anything is a bigger pool. With all of the families, it gets pretty crowded, but you have a huge, pristine beach to hangout at too. Will definitely be back.

I LOVE BORACAY, PI. AND I LOVE THE DISTRICT BORACAY !!! They were the cherry on top with our stay…read more First off, flying to the PI from the US is long and on top of that taking another flight to Caticlan AND then a 15 min drive AND then a speed boat AND then another drive to the hotel!!! It's overwhelming just when you land in Manila. However, once we got to Caticlan the District takes care of everything else. At the arrival of meeting a District staff member at the airport I just felt so relieved knowing we can relax and be worry free. Staff reassured us we were going to be taken care of. All of the staff on the boat and cars were so welcoming and took photos of our landing. When we got to the hotel, we were welcomed with cold eucalyptus towels (which you're gonna want bc of the humidity) & a refreshing cucumber cooler drink ! Check in was an ease and we got to our room without much of a wait. Room is probably the better of the ones in station 2 with AC & tv with all streaming services. We get a cute balcony. They have night time getting ready turn around and fully daily room service. All inclusive breakfast buffet which changes daily and beach access chairs with umbrellas. My BF and I every day would walk the beach, get our seats, & the. swim/relax for the day. No need to claim as there is always plenty. They have a spa and it is fantastic ! We got 3 massages on our 5 day stay and shout out to Grace - hands of an angel! Best massages ever, with a variety to choose. They were well needed after our flight. They have a pool, but we avoided bc the beautiful beach is right outside the hotel. We did however sit by the poolside to escape the sun during peak hours. They have a very small basic gym, which had everything we needed. It was great to get our workouts in cause that's a part of our lifestyle. There's also three other restaurants in the hotel which was delicious. Higher prices compared to restaurants on the station, they deliver to the beach if you're sitting there. Try their Japanese restaurant, very fresh high quality fish. I will say the hospitality in the PI is 10/10 & the hospitality at The District was 100/10. They were on top of everything and always greeting with the smiles. Please make sure to tip them for all their excellent work (including transportation and staff assisting with luggage) !!! Boracay is a tourist destination, & the beautiful staff assist us with over the top service and they deserve so much for what they are actually paid!!! If you can afford to travel to Boracay, you can afford to tip the amazing service. If you're looking for a nice stay, celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, etc stay here!!!

Staying at The District made my husband and I's Boracay trip extremely enjoyable from the minute we…read morelanded at the airport to checking out and leaving. They made our transportation experience from landing at the airport, taking a boat to the island, and transport to the hotel very seamless. All of the staff is friendly and welcoming and the overall hotel is clean. We enjoyed their spa and really took advantage of it and went twice during our stay and enjoyed each session. It was definitely a soothing and relaxing massage especially from all the walking and being out in the hot sun. The beach is literally footsteps from the hotel making it super convenient and the hotel is located at station 2 making it a great location that is near Dmall and various other restaurants, stores, and more. If I were to ever return to Boracay, I'd definitely stay here again!

This place is awesome! We were here visiting for the food and awesome views based on a…read morerecommendation from a cousin of my fiancée. We were thoroughly impressed with the pricing of the rooms for the off-season even though we didn't end up staying here. We did however love the pizza we ordered here and were impressed with the views. Walking in from the beach, you get some great views of the cave like entrance from below. Keep in mind, that this place does have an adult only seating area if you want to get away from the families with kids and such. They can be a bit distracting when trying to enjoy.

The one word I would use to describe Spider House is stunning. The views from the rooms and lounge…read morearea are amazing! The resorts' rooms all have an open layout with no windows and bamboo doors, but they each still feel private. This is because every room is in a unique spot on the side of a cliff. During my stay here, our group stayed at the top rooms. My only problem/worry is that the climb to the top rooms are difficult because the steps were narrow steps and they switch off the lights at night. Pretty dangerous if you arrive back a bit tipsy! But, the views and breezes make it all worth it. You wake up every morning with the sun shining over a clear water with no people in sight since you are so high up! Rooms come with a fan and mosquito net over the bed. If you can, get a room which includes breakfast (better value). The staff is very friendly but, sometimes they are a little slow when it comes to serving food/drinks (which is, sadly, expected in the Philippines). The beauty and perk of the restaurant/lounge area is that you can go for a swim while you wait! This is also the best place on the island to watch the Boracay sunset. :) On that note, yes, it does get busy during sunsets especially during the peak season. Also, if you are late for breakfast, you may not get a seat. :( The bar can get noisy but it stops at 10PM sharp. This is because this is the side of Station 1 where guests prefer the peace and quiet. So, if you are in Boracay for the parties, this place is not for you. Room Tip: Go for Room B! It is away from the restaurant/lounge area. Some rooms are right above the restaurant/lounge area and can be a bit noisy.