Boracay on a Budget: The Best Places to Stay on the Island for Under P2,000/Night
Nov 1, 2021 • Cristina Morales
After over a year of being stuck at home, we’re seeing more and more people visiting Boracay, filling up our feeds once again with photos of white sands and pristine blue water. If you’re looking into curing your #seapanx soon but don’t want to break the bank, here are some great affordable options on Airbnb.
Bamboo Bungalow’s Resthouse (₱1,500 / night)
Via Airbnb
Though it’s nestled in a central location in Station 2 (near D’Mall), Bamboo Bungalow’s Resthouse offers a tranquil escape from the action on the beach. With lush gardens and quiet surroundings, it’s a chill place to unwind. This space has a private deck with a hammock, perfect for whiling away your afternoons in.
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Lovely Hilltop Villa (₱1,800 / night)
Via Airbnb
This hilltop villa will let you wake up to breathtaking views of the sea, framed by treetops. You can also enjoy the amazing view from the bathtub. And because it’s located within the Mandala Spa and Villas compound, it’ll be easy for you to spoil yourself silly.
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Apartment @ Sunset Villa (₱1,885 / night)
Via Airbnb
Though found in the center of Station 2, Villa Sunset is a quiet boutique hotel that’ll serve as your personal paradise on the island. You’ll get your own terrace/balcony and have access to the pool and pool bar. White Beach is only a couple of minutes’ walk away, so it’s easy to go back to where all the action is.
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Levantin Beach Resort (₱1,577 / night)
Via Airbnb
Found along Bulabog Beach (the island’s go-to spot for windsurfing and kite-surfing), Levantin Beach Resort offers a relaxed atmosphere with great food and drinks. Rooms offer everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay: air conditioning, cable TV, hot and cold shower, a safety box, and a mini-fridge.
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Hannah Hotel
Via Airbnb
A family-run boutique hotel two minutes away from White Beach, Hannah Hotel Boracay offers guests a homey experience. The hotel’s new rooms are bright and cozy, and you’ll have your own personal balcony. To unwind, you can take a dip in the pool on the third floor or take a walk around the hotel’s quaint garden.
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Amihan Home (₱1,300 / night)
Via Airbnb
A 5-10 minute walk away from the beach, this quiet hilltop boutique hotel is perfect for budget travelers looking for some peace and quiet. The rooms have got everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay, and guests also have access to the veranda (the perfect place to admire the sunrise or sunset), billiards table, lounge area, and garden. Guests can also cook their own meals at the kitchen — just ask the staff to assist.
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Aissatou Beach Resort (₱1,400 / night)
Via Airbnb
Situated along Bulabog Beach, Aissatou Beach Resort offers guests a homey stay where they can commune with nature. The resort has a cafe/restaurant and plenty of lounge chairs you can watch the sunrise from.
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Argonauta Boracay (₱1,514 / night for long-term stays)
Via Airbnb
If you’re planning on staying in Boracay for 30 days or more, look for places that offer discounted long-term rates like Argonauta Boracay. This bright room with a veranda overlooks the boutique hotel’s tropical garden. For a better view of the sunset, climb up to their roof deck to take it all in.
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This article was republished with permission from WindowSeat.ph.
