Tourists enjoy the White Beach while waiting for sunset.
Image: Writer’s photo
A month after Boracay’s reopening, the number of compliant establishments allowed to operate has kept on increasing. The latest list includes 192 establishments and is likely to increase in the coming weeks.
With the island’s reopening coinciding with the peak season, it’s no wonder why the White Beach has become crowded again around sunset. And with the holiday season around the corner, these establishments will soon run out of available rooms.
So if you’re one of the many who’s excited to visit Boracay soon, here are another 10 compliant establishments you should check.
1. Astoria Current
Want to have a set on this aqua set at Astoria Current’s swimming pool?
Image: Astoria Current Resort
Despite its beachfront location, Astoria Current Resort made its luxurious pool area as one of its main attractions. The 25-meter lap pool with two sides of clear acrylic panels, sunken loungers and eight built-in aqua sets with jet massage nozzles lies on the ground floor of the resort. You’ll surely notice it as the resort's centerpiece.
This resort in Station 3 has 205 luxurious rooms with colorful avant-garde décor and furniture. For food and drinks, you can visit the resorts main restaurant on the ground floor, a bar/lounge on the 3rd-floor roof deck and a garden lounge at the resort’s central area [1].
2. Calypso Boracay Beach & Dive Resort
Calypso Boracay Beach & Dive Resort is popular among diving enthusiasts.
Image: Calypso Boracay Beach & Dive Resort
If you’re a diving enthusiast, Calypso Boracay Beach & Dive Resort might be on your list already. The resort also has an outdoor pool with a pool-side bar, of course. The resort in Station 3 beachfront has 22 rooms all with balconies. If you prefer a room with a sea view, you can book a Deluxe King Suite to have it. Calypso also has a diving shop where you can book your next underwater adventure. You can surely meet some divers at their beachfront bar starting sunset sun. The resort also houses the Sensi Italian Restaurant [2].
3. Altabriza Resort
Altabriza Boracay’s Sky Infinity Pool overlooking Bulabog beach.
Image: Altabriza Resort
Altabriza Resort is a new establishment along the main road in Station 2, just a few minutes’ walk away from D’Mall. The closure period eventually gave them more time to improve their operations before reopening last October 26. The resort has 108 rooms and suites spread in a six-story building. On top is their Altabriza Sky Deck, which considered as one of the highest points in the island. Their Sky Pool with a bar is also one of the resort’s attractions where you can catch the Bulabog Beach sunrise [3].
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4. Aloha Boracay
Interior of Mahalo Suite room of Aloha Hotel. Mahalo is the Hawaiian word for thank you.
Image: Aloha Boracay Hotel
To experience Hawaii without leaving the Philippines is what Aloha Boracay wants to offer their guests. With that, you’ll be welcomed by their staff all wearing flowery outfits. The three-star accommodation along Calle Remedios in Station 2 has 61 rooms and suites. Each room is equipped with contemporary furnishings and modern facilities. You can also experience Hawaiian in their Aloha Boracay Island Grill which grills sumptuous seafood and meat nightly [4].
5. Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay
A deluxe room of Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay.
Image: Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay
Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay has just shortly opened before the closure last April. The 192-room high end resort in Barangay Yapak is one with the most number of rooms among compliant establishments. You can choose from their villas, suites and deluxe accommodations.
With its exclusive location, you can expect some private moments alone or with your loved ones. You need not go far too since they have their own private beach and have four restaurants and bars you can choose from [5].
6. The Orient Beach
Have a drink while dipping on this infinity pool at The Orient Beach.
Image: The Orient Beach
The Orient Beach showcases modern Asian style architecture, constructed with local materials and exotic native woods. Situated in Sitio Hagdan in Barangay Yapak, the 11-room resort provides privacy, but still accessible and near the island’s main tourism district. You can take a dip at the hotel’s infinity pool or chill out at their roof deck lounge dubbed as “Moonlit” [6].
7. The Lind
Choose your own quiet spot in any of these facilities at The Lind.
Image: The Lind
Almost every corner of this five-star hotel in Station 1 would pass as a background for your next Instagram post. Known for its signature luxe lifestyle, The Lind has 119 rooms and suites; each has its own aesthetic and quirky design. It also has a lush greenery and with a spacious beachfront. To complement these, they likewise have sprawling swimming pools, a world class spa, and a number of events facilities. Choose from any of their restaurants and bars or enjoy some quiet time on their private birdcage called cabanas [7].
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8. Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa
Enjoy some privacy when at Shangrila.
Image: Shangri-La Boracay
Speaking of luxury, Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa is also on the compliant list. The international luxury resort chain is situated on its private location in Punta Bunga, Barangay Yapak. Shangri-La’s hallmark elegance is evident in each of the 219 rooms of the resort. You can choose a room whether near a garden, a room with a sea view or a room directly facing the beach. Enjoy a perfect nature getaway from the crowd on their own piece of white sand private beach. You can also feast of a wide array of gastronomic dishes on their various themed-restaurants [8].
9. The White House Boracay
Beach lounge area of White House Boracay.
Image: White House Boracay
This family-run beach resort has withstood the test of time, and of course, the hard way to become a compliant establishment. The White House Boracay is owned by the famous Tirol family, one of the most landed families in the island. The resort now has 30 rooms branded as their guests “home away from home.” The resort is home to Station Juan Café and now also the famous Los Indios Bravos pub restaurant from Bulabog [9].
10. El Puerto Boracay
You can relax in this Jacuzzi pool after a long beach walk.
Image: El Puerto Boracay
If you’re looking for a more budget friendly hotel, El Puerto Boracay could answer your wish. The resort is situated in Calle Remedios in Station 3.The 2-star hotel offers basic hotel amenities on a cheaper price. The hotel also has its own Jacuzzi pool. Its location is also perfect and just five minutes away from the White Beach [10].
No plans for the holiday season yet? Book a hotel from our list today! Tell us your plans in the comment section below.
Here’s our list of hotels and resorts in Boracay and Panay Islands. Check out Yoorekka’s Hotels & Resorts Guide.
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