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.

If you're going to Boracay and want the ultimate experience, Shangri-La is the place to stay. From…read morethe moment we landed, everything was seamless. A private shuttle picked us up from the airport and transferred us to a speedboat that whisked us directly to the resort. No stress, no getting lost--just first-class service from start to finish. The resort itself is pure paradise. Think private beaches with crystal-clear water, beautifully maintained grounds, and oceanfront rooms that make every sunrise feel like a luxury screensaver. The views are jaw-droppingly Insta-worthy, and the entire vibe is peaceful, elegant, and indulgent. Let's talk food: amazing. Every meal we had was delicious and beautifully presented. Yes, it's on the pricey side--but here's the thing: if you plan ahead, you can make it work. I used my Amex Platinum points to cover a big portion of the stay and only paid a few hundred dollars out of pocket. Thanks to the card benefits, we scored: * Free daily breakfast (which was incredible) * $100 resort credit * A free room upgrade So yes, it's expensive--but paradise can be affordable if you play it smart. This trip was a dream and 100% worth it.

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 honestly don't even wait until the end of a vacation to write reviews, but I had to do this while…read morewe're still here because that's how impressed I am. We had an issue with the air conditioning in our room, and while things happen, it's how a place responds that really matters. Crimson Resort completely exceeded our expectations. They immediately took care of us and made sure we felt valued every step of the way. They moved us into a beautiful room, gave us complimentary unlimited Happy Hour at Mosaic from 3:00 to 5:00 PM with an amazing appetizer buffet, and even arranged complimentary transportation to Downtown White Beach and back to the airport. None of that was expected, and it meant so much to us. I especially want to recognize Duty Manager Lyle, along with Nico and Ram. They were kind, attentive, professional, and genuinely cared about making things right. You could tell they weren't just doing their jobs. They truly wanted us to leave happy, and they absolutely accomplished that. The resort itself is breathtaking, but it's the people who make this place so special. Their hospitality is something you don't come across every day. If I could give Crimson Resort 1,000 stars, I would. We'll definitely be coming back, and I won't hesitate to recommend this resort to anyone visiting Mactan. Thank you for turning an inconvenience into one of the best customer service experiences we've ever had. We will miss this place!!

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!

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.

Just got back from spending our Christmas holiday in Boracay and I highly recommend Movenpick…read moreresort. First off, this resort has its own private beach that's away from all the crowds at the public beach. The rooms are nice and comfortable and the breakfast buffet is delicious. During our stay they had chocolate hour everyday starting at 3pm where they served so many different treats. The huge pool is amazing with the swim up bar and lots of seating in the area.

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.

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.

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 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.

It makes me sad seeing a couple other travelers had a bad experience with a staff member here and…read moreleft such poor reviews. I can understand that could be really upsetting. That said, i never had anything but wonderful interactions here and truly feel this resort is absolutely excellent, I'm so glad I chose it! This was my first trip to boracay and I looked at a lot of the available resorts on the island, but I felt like the henann group had a really good reputation, and this one in particular (Henann Garden) looked the most beautiful to me with the architecture and the plants in the courtyard. The resort did not disappoint: the staff here are some of the hardest working, kindest, and most polite hotel folks I've met to date. Everyone goes out of their way to greet you and try to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. From the desk staff, to the manager at the garden cafe (Rammy) to the gym supervisor (Pascual), to the masseuses (Mary Jane in particular!) everyone was just phenomenal! Even after a couple days these folks started to recognize me and would ask how I was doing, where my mom was (since she came with me), and the cafe staff (shout out to the morning bartenders!) would prepare my tea with milk as I was arriving before I asked since they knew I'd want it. Pascual in the gym also noted I was uncomfortable lifting the weights without gloves and gave me a pair to use during my stay - so kind and hospitable! The pools here are also pristine (all 6 of them), as are the rooms. The housekeeping staff work really hard to keep the rooms, pool area, and beachfront area nice and clean, and free of sand as much as possible (eg on the beachfront beds). There are rinse/foot wash stations all over the courtyard, and lots of amenities for convenience as well (eg paid lunch and dinner buffets, the pool side bar, massages throughout the day either poolside or in the room, etc.). I could go on and on; truly this resort is superb! They do offer transport services as well, you have to email and ask for it though. Payment is done prior to coming, it's about $36 (USD) per person and I paid through PayPal. The morning breakfast buffet (included with cost of stay) is also a whole other discussion - it's fantastic! So many choices. And on our last day, just before leaving they gave us a little plate that said "thank you for staying" written in frosting with some cake. So personalized, so kind To keep this review from getting too long I'll stop here but highly, highly recommend Henann garden for your next stay! I never had anything but overwhelmingly positive experiences here, it's just a stunning place with lovely beachfront spot!

What a beautiful resort. Amazing staff amazing breakfast buffet and fast Wi-Fi…read more Several different pools to choose from We chose a room on the first floor with direct pool access Ice cold air conditioning in the rooms. Surpassed my expectations would definitely stay here again !! Right in the heart of station 2 !

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.