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Enjoy Boracay at its best without breaking your bank!
Image: Boracay Grace Hotel Facebook page (R)
When you want some action on your next Boracay visit, you can find it at White Beach. The stretch of four-kilometer white sand is where the island’s life is. Most accommodations and resorts are compressed together with bars and restaurants. Divided into three stations, each has its vibe fitted for every traveler. Luckily for you, there is no shortage of cheap hotels in Boracay whichever station you visit.
But if you're looking for more affordable places to stay, you can find most of them in Station 3 Boracay. Check out this list of cheap hotels in Boracay Station 3.
1. Boracay Grace Hotel
Where: Main Road, Sitio Angol, Station 3
Room Rate: Starts at PhP2,200 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel Time: About seven minutes from Cagban Port.
You can enjoy a relaxing experience at this Deluxe Room at Boracay Grace Hotel.
Image: Boracay Grace Hotel
Boracay Grace Hotel is located along the main road of Sitio Angol in Barangay Manocmanoc, which is less than 10 minutes away from the port via tricycle. This budget hotel is in front of the AKY gasoline station, easy to spot. The hotel has 13 rooms that could accommodate different types of travelers. Their Standard Room fits a couple while their most enormous room could accommodate up to 10 people. If you need anything, you need not go far since they have their grocery store on its ground floor. The White Beach is likewise accessible from the hotel and is a five-minute walk away.
2. La Isla Bonita
Where: Beachfront, Station 3, White Beach
Room Rate: Starts at PhP1,691 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel Time: About 20 minutes from Cagban Port.*
La Isla Bonita has beds made of bamboo.
Image: La Isla Bonita
La Isla Bonita occupies a beachfront location in Station 3 and is accessible from the main road via E'Mall. The 3-star resort has 45 rooms in total. They have fan rooms without hot and cold showers and air-conditioned rooms suitable for couples or families. Aside from their beachfront location, their guests are also treated with a well-landscaped garden with coconut trees and other tropical plants.
3. Boracay Morning Beach Resort
Where: Beachfront, Station 3, White Beach
Room Rate: Starts at PhP2,291 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel Time: About 15 minutes from Cagban Port.
Morning Beach Resort has very close proximity to the front beach.
Image: Morning Beach Resort
Morning Beach Resort is only a stone's throw away from White Beach. Whether you're a solo traveler or traveling with your small family, this Boracay hotel has a place for you. The resort has 12 rooms scattered in a two-story building. Of the 12 rooms, two are dedicated to only having fans. Their rooms are equipped with cable TV, a private bathroom, a cold water shower, and free Wi-Fi access.
4. Tonglen Eco Resort
Where: Manggayad Highway, Station 3
Room Rate: Starts at PhP2,846 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel Time: About 15 minutes from Cagban Port.
This Deluxe Room is the largest of Tonglen Eco Resort.
Image: Tonglen Eco Resort
Apart from being an affordable hotel, Tonglen Eco Resort is among the pioneers of sustainability and conservation initiatives on the island. They have their bio digestion sewerage system and solar-heated water system. They also fully covered their roof with solar panels, which generate over 55KW energy. The resort has also eliminated the use and sale of single-use plastics. Due to these initiatives, they have rebranded their hotel as Tonglen Eco Resort. They have 24 bright, spacious rooms with modern hotel amenities. Their biggest room could accommodate a family or group of four.
5. Villa Romero De Boracay
Where: Calle Remedios, Station 3, White Beach
Room Rate: Starts at PhP1,575 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel Time: About 10 minutes from Cagban Port.
Above is one of the 24 rooms of Villa de Oro you can choose from.
Image: Villa Romero De Boracay
Villa Romero De Boracay underwent an extensive renovation; the hotel now has 24 rooms for those traveling solo or in groups. It is not a problem if you're a big family or group since they have accommodations that cater to eight to 12 people. If you're looking for a basic room, they also have fan rooms. The resort is not at the beachfront, but still, it's just about a two-minute walk away from the beach.
6. Blue Dawn Boracay
Where: Station 3, Sitio Ambulong, Manoc Manoc
Price range: Starts at PhP995 (suitable for 2 pax)
Travel time: About 15 minutes from Cagban Port.
The hotel also has a restaurant for its travelers.
Image: Blue Dawn Boracay
In only two minutes from the hotel, guests of Blue Dawn Boracay can already reach White Beach. The resort boasts 34 rooms with stylish hardwood floors. Upon entering the resort, guests can immediately see their in-house buffet restaurant serving various Western and Filipino dishes. They likewise have a rooftop bar for some chilly nights. The resort also has a spacious outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Finally, the resort staff helps guests book their island hopping and water-sport activities such as diving and snorkeling.
February 2022 Update: Blue Dawn Boracay has been temporarily closed since October 2020 due to the pandemic. Follow them on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/bdboracay, to be the first to know when they resume operations!
Station 3 is not as busy as Station 2 and not expensive as Station 1. If you’re looking for both a place to relax and still have a good amount of entertainment nearby, then Station 3 in Boracay Island is the place to be.
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This article was originally published in Yoorekka on May 08, 2019.
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