1. Aejie said,

   very helpful sis!

2. dyanie said,

   thanks nina! i chose HQ to watch the vid and I saw na Taj. lapit lang pla anoh. btw san yung cagban? yun ba yung sa airport na? caticlan airport kami via pal

3. nina said,

   Aejie: I’m glad you think so

   Dyanie: Cagban is the port in Boracay. I updated the entry na to clarify, thanks for asking From Caticlan airport, you still have to ride a trike to the jetty port in Caticlan. Not sure how much it cost, but it’s a very short ride.

4. dong ho said,

   nice recommendations nina. i stayed at jerome’s once and it’s a nice place for a cheap budget.

5. Nomadic Pinoy said,

   I didn’t know that GP’s Resort is now under a different name until I saw your pics. I stayed there back in 1998 when that store wasn’t even there. How things have changed!

6. jason celerino said,

   I just want to ask if anyone knows the location of NAMASTE ANNEX which is under TANS management. I was told that NAMASTE RESORT which is across SHENNAS is different from NAMASTE ANNEX. Tnx

7. shy said,

   tnk u! tnk u! tnk u!

   btw here’s an update abt shenna… my brother was able to reserve a room for 2 on mar 18&19 for 1500… is that a good deal compared to the services of tan’s guesthouse?

8. Mitz said,

   thanks for this! ill go back to this post the next time i go to bora

9. caryn said,

   whoa! thanks for this cool guide! it’ll really help plan my next trip to bora ;-)

10. precious girl said,

    i have stayed in this area before and ok dito

11. cmg said,

    Hi dear!

    have you heard of island nook?

12. nina said,

    I’ve read about Island Nook over at the Girltalk forums. A number of the members are considering that as an alternative to Tans daw. Haven’t seen it personally though.

13. Kellyn said,

    hey! we stayed at tan;s guesthouse when it just opened i think. around 2-3 years ago i forgot na but i remember we went to boracay, arriving at night without a reservation because someone told us that we could just get one there hahahahaha. then the tricycle driver brought us there kase we asked him where is it good to stay that’s cheap. then he brought us there. we gave him a very good tip that night

14. dong ho said,

    wow! i too recommend jeromes. we stayed there once. quite cheap and the location is really good. not far from the beach and just a short walk to DMall. thanks for the video im sure this will help others choose a resort.

15. Siren said,

    Thanks a lot! Very useful information especially at these slow economic times. Btw, isn’t Turtle Inn at Statio 2 as well?

16. nina said,

    Hi Siren, I’m not sure, since I don’t know where Turtle Inn is. But thanks for the mention, i’ll look for it next time

17. greg said,

    hi! I visited the site of taj’s and i tried calling them on their number (+63920-9196509) i think the number is not active anymore.
    I hope you can help me to contact them coz were planning to stay there this coming april 15. thanks!

18. boybi said,

    hi there…its good to see the video. now i could show this to my husband and tell him that this is where we are going to stay when we go there on september although its 5 mos away. but im soooo excited…i just wanna know if that month is going to be raining a lot in boracay…hope not…tnx

19. roelski said,

    Thanks so much to the person who posted this site…. its sooo helpful. Thanks so much. By the way as may way of contributing to this thread…. iF you have plans on trying out the Caramoan peninsula ( where they shot Survivor France before I think its Survivor Israel that is currently being shot right now… at least at the time we went there around April 09) beware!… travel is difficult since travel amenities are not for the leisure travelers… and its quite expensive the prices are not regulated by the local auhtorities so the local bankeros may try to rip you off with their overpriced deals (banka rental should just be around 1000 to 3000 depending on the size of the boat your renting) but its suppose to be less than that. Point is… it’s more expensive than going to bora. Well, on the positive side..although you won’t get to enter gota beach where their shooting survivor… there’s alot of other white sand beaches you can visit among the many islands you can visit but the best is Nipa Beach. Goin to Caramoan is difficult but its worth the thrill of visiting undeveloped islands where you can just camp out for the night plus there’s an island with a watch tower like that in Ilocos and one with a giant statue of Mama Mary a top an island hill with about 600 steps to booth ( if you’re a fan of the grotto in Baguio)…hahaha. While in CamSur (Camarines Sur) you might also want to drop by the Wakeboading center at Pili Capitol Complex. 100% worth trying. Its cool, fun and the crowd is so nice you might even get rob elbows with local showbiz celebrities.

20. christian said,

    hi there… ill be going to bora on may 22… hope you still have rooms available..

21. rusel said,

    hi… i already purchased my plane ticket to bora for aug 16 and returning on aug 19 ‘09… i still don’t know where to stay … id love to stay in station 2…beach front… good for 2 adults pls help… thanks:)

22. Noemie said,

    hi, im going to boracay on december(coz i got a ticket thats very cheap from zestair 1,575 only all-in) and im worried about the security coz i read on some blogs that villa simprosa (thats the room upstairs E.S. Pascual Store) is not tight on security coz apparently a family got rob there and the management wont take resposibilty to what happen. i hope the ones you recommend is very safe? coz i really wanna stay in Taj guesthouse

23. jayR said,

    hi miss justwandering.org i really appreciate all the efforts you put in here to inform us about boracay. this is very helpful especially for some of us who haven’t gone to boracay (as of comment time). I’ll get back on this as my testimonial after my Boracay trip this weekend… thanks again more power and continue to inform us with your detailed reviews (plus video).

24. Hya said,

    Thanks a lot. Your review is very helpful. I will book my next month trip to Boracay either in Taj or Villa Simprosa.

25. Hya said,

    any review from Bohol, Tacloban, Palawan or Mindoro?

26. jayR said,

    hi again miss justwandering.org just got back from boracay as i promise here’s my testi. this blog has been very very helpful. This has gave me an idea where to stay in Boracay in a very affordable house/room. Taj was my target then but we end up at Eriko’s due to the first has no rooms available. Eriko’s also has a nice room complete with ref, tv with cable, free use of towels, nice CR with hot and cold shower, the flush is working and we end up dealing with Ate for the rate of 1,100 per night. Just use your haggling skills. Oh by the way I took Seair and I was able to book their 350 all-in one-way air fare. So my vacation was really so so kind for my wallet. Thanks again Seair more super duper affordable airfares to come and to ms. nina keep on informing us and more power more travel. by the way nakabook pala ulit ako… Boracay here I come… again!

27. jayR said,

    i just would like to add this… there’s a security guard already posted on the entrance of the eskinita of taj tans eriko’s area.

28. jasmin said,

    hi Nina,

    Thanks so much for this Blog… very helpful!
    Just a question, we’ll be travelling on July 16 -18, 2009, the others said that since it’s not peak season, we can get a cheaper accomodotion when we are already there as compared to reserving it online or prior to arrival. What do you think?
    And also, do you know who offers credit card? i want to save my cash for shopping there :P

    Thanks again.

29. Hya said,

    Hi Nina,

    What can you say about Villa Simprosa? We’re suppose to stay at Taj but it’s fully booked so we end up at Villa Simprosa.

    Thank you.

30. rusel888 said,

    Hi nina, I’m excited na to be back in boracay this aug 16-19… confirmed my reservation na sa TAJ GUEST HOUSE… sabi ng asawa ko maganda talaga sa TAJ,rooms are very clean and well maintained… just a few steps lang at front beach na at malapit lang sa dmall… perfect location talaga…

    your blog is very helpful …thanks so much nina!!!

31. Jay said,

    just read the info’s am interested to travel to bora soon, I need to fasten my belt since i have not much monetary weapon but i want to enjoy hehehe please help me find a hotel that cost not more than 1500 per night and bits of advises whta to do there since its going to be my first time. thanks more god bless

32. mae said,

    i need help?please anyone here…give me advice where can i have a good accommodation in bora but my budget it’s not high!!please people i need your advise thanks and i am waiting for a quick reply..i’ll stay 3days and 2 nights…wanting an accomodation with food narin..thanks and Godbless

33. chai said,

    hi! our BIG family will be having some sort of a reunion this coming November 9-12. I need your help. We need the cheapest accomodation ever coz we are about 16 to 18 people including 5 children. I have never been to bora pa kya I have no idea. They say sa station 2 maganda mag stay, so please help me! GOD BLESS.

34. reign said,

    hi! can u help me find the cheapest room accomodation for two adults and two kids? it will help me a lot! we’re planning to go in boracay this coming november.

35. chubs said,

    just read the comments above. will u also help me find the cheapest room accomodation in bora? i’ve heard that some have free buffet breakfast. i prefer station 2. thanks in advance.

36. bb said,

    hi nina! can u give me some ideas about jerome’s bungalow? I’ve heard it’s cheaper compared to others. tnx!

37. rusel888 said,

    hi nina,
    just came back from boracay. Stayed in TAJ GUEST HOUSE for 3 nights.. it’s nice to stay there and perfect location … i will surely stay there again…
    thanks much nina…

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39. betty said,

    I would prefer staying at Alta Vista, we only paid P2500 in December and they have a shuttle bus that goes to White Beach. I dont want to try the budget houses near the beach, it looks a bit scary.

40. Riza Reyes said,

    Like a home away from home, La Bella offers comfortable accommodation that fits your individual preferences . The staffs are caring , flexible & friendly. The pride of making your holiday a comfortable and worthwhile Boracay adventure.

    We are located at Station 1, the best part of the island with the finest white sand and longest shoreline. A stone’s throw to the White Long Beach. Pathway is a wide cemented near the most photographed, “Willy’s Rock”.
    Choosing your Boracay escapade hideaway requires location as major factor to consider….

    Good news ! La Bella Casa de Boracay is conveniently located few steps to some major important landmark’s like: The Church, the Municipal / Police station, Victor Ortega Beauty Salon, health center like Island Clinic, Boracay Sports Plaza, gimmick bars like Guilly’s Island, Cocomangas , Club Paraw…
    Spending your Boracay holiday can be memorable , fulfilling and fun when you choose from the variety of elegant but economical accommodation options from a room for two (2) persons SUPERIOR ROOMS, for three (3) persons DELUXE ROOMS or simply maximize the bonding with your family and love ones in our four (4 ) persons Family/ Barkada Rooms or even up to fifteen ( 15) person’s in our Backpacker’s Attic Accommodation.

    Add us on Yahoo Messenger labellaboracay@yahoo.com and get live chat information!

    Or contact us via Mobile Numbers:
    Miss: Riza Reyes
    online reservation in-charge
    E-mail: reyes.riza@gmail.com
    Mobile: 0921-2642057

41. Riza Reyes said,

    hello,
    dear member’s like you I am one of the genuine fan of Boracay Island beauty, Ii try my best to explore the beauty of Boracay and it fits everything. Unfathomable satisfaction of joy from my experience I have. Boracay is really the amazing place to come thru,

42. Riza Reyes said,

    hello,
    I am one of the online reservation officer of Boracay station, rest assured that your reservation is in good hand. I know that you girls are looking for the most affordable and convenient resort/hotel to stay. I am proud to recommend La Bella Casa de Boracay in it’s promo rates on it’s soft opening. You will probably enjoy your stay with the friendly ambiance of the hotel you will seems like your just at your home.
    I hope for your response dear,member’s
    more thanks!

43. justin said,

    pano ma avail nun 0 sa Sea air…prefer nmn kay miss net pra may discount..hehehe..

44. Raymond said,

    Hi Nina,

    This is Raymond who wrote about Giddy’s place in Donsol. Just saw this as I was browsing for bora rooms for a guest here in Donsol. I own D’Spa in D’Mall and I actually have 3 attic rooms available. All have aircon, cable TV, individual bathroom with hot shower, shared ref and WiFi. The smallest (twin bed) is 1,000 for off season and 1,500 in season. Next one is twin + single at 1,500 (2,000) and 3rd (queen) is at 2,000 (2,500).

    They can email me at info@boracayspa.com for reservations or they can call Boracay directly at +63 (2) 425-2601 (Manila Number that rings in Boracay).

    Thanks…
    Raymond

45. Raymond said,

    Oh they can go to youtube.com and search rryap and see the videos of the rooms under Boracay Rooms videos…

46. Em said,

    Hmmm…looks very handy. I will definitely check it out. Will be there 2nd week of December. No place to stay yet just the tickets are ready. Accommodation is not really a big deal for me and would rather spend my money on the activities/drinks/food.

    Thanks.

47. Ces said,

    Im also going to Bora on the 2nd week of Dec with 2 friends. There are so many resorts/hotels to choose from. Id like to put more money for beach activities than spend it more for a place to stay.
    Is it ok to just go there without reservation at this time of the year? Do you think we can get a nice and affordable place to stay on the 2nd week of Dec without reservation?

48. arizaqua31 said,

    La Bella Casa de Boracay is located at Station 1 Balabag Boracay Island Malay Aklan. It is really closed to Balabag Church. Accessible to all types of land transportation. Willy’s is our hotel partner at the beach front. La Bella is less than 2 minutes going to the beach. For all the guest who wants to stay and enjoy the sun, they can use the beach facility of Willy’s like sun bed for free.

    Who says staying at the hotel in Boracay to enjoy your vacation is expensive? Now La Bella is really giving a very very low rates on rooms. We have superior room for two (2), deluxe room for three (3) and family room for four (4) and 1 attic family fan room that is good for 10 people. All our rooms are fully airconditioned except the attic room. With hot and cold shower. Cable tv for free as well as WIFI Internet. 24/7 generator on stand by.

    For more inquiries, you can email us at labellacasadeboracay@yahoo.com and look for:

    Ms. Riza Malabanan
    Operations Manager
    Tel +6336 288 1868
    Mobile Phone +639065354213.
    +639206632202

49. katja said,

    Such a great post!

    It’s so helpful to know about all this information especially cause a lot of places try and rip you off. You’ve really taken the time to help people out you’d make a great Boracay tourist guide!!!

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51. roch said,

    me and my friends are going to boracay this february.. its their first time to go there and i want the best for them. were looking for a cheap and secured place.
    because i know we will spent our time outside eating, swimming, & party. theres a lot of hotels, inns, apartment & etc. so many to choose cant decide which is the best. :-) need to know also the fares and fees. help us guys. thanks!

52. Marilou V. Delina (leighlou13) said,

    Hi,

    We are going at Bora on March 4-7 2010. We are currently asking for help of Ms. Marilou De Los Reyes to find cheap room to stay there. She recomended us the Madid’s Inn and charged us for 1500 per night good for two. Is that cheap enough considering that we are going there at peak season?

    Another thing is that is the port going to Boracay close at midnight our flight sched is March 3, 2010 @11:10 pm. Can we travel direclty ko Catiklan from Kalibo or better yet wait for the morning of March 4, 2010 so that we can assure our safety?
    Could you help us also on how much would it cost for travel in van or bus from Kalibo to Catiklan? Boat to Bora? and trike to resort (Madid’s Inn).

    As per ms. Malou the policy of Madid’s Inn is that we have to deposit 50%cash for downpayment and the remaining would be given when we are already there. is it safe to do that? How can we assure that they will confirm the payment?

    Please help us as we are going there together with my 5 other friends and this will be our first time to go there. We dont know what would be the things that will happen there so its like an adventure for us.

    Thank you so much.

53. jing said,

    oh my gosh! I thank you for the boracay video (from tans to the white beach)!

    why? I think we are going to stay in Jerome’s and unfortunately I cannot find any pictures or website of that inn…

    although I only saw the stairs, it made me happy =)

54. sheila lamayo said,

    hi i am planning to go to bora this coming ebruary 21. first time togehter with my daughter… can u help me find a place or room to stay? a cheaper one but safe… its one night only…

    thank you.

    sheila noval lamayo

55. jane said,

    Yes, i’ve been to Boracay in 2007 and stayed at Sheena’s Resort for P1,500 (room for 2) during our first and that was in April (HOly week) which is peak season. We were offered to transfer to a bit alrger room at P2,500 and it’s still honestly very cheap compared to what i’ve expected/budgeted

56. Shiela said,

    Hi would you know how much they charge for island hopping? Appreciate it.

57. iheartadventures said,

    Hi Nina!

    I’m planning a trip to boracay this May or June 2010 for an ocular. I tried texting Ms. Net of Tans Guesthouse and she didn’t reply neither to my email. Do you have another mobile number i can contact? Thanks!

58. oxymind said,

    Hi nina,
    Thank you so much for sharing your experiences through your blog/website. It is where i’ve come to learn about cheap guesthouses in Boracay, and subsequently able to stay in one of your recommendations, the Taj Guesthouse. My friends & i have stayed at Taj twice already, 1st on Aug 2009 and another at the height of tyohoon Ondoy. On both occasions, the staffs of Taj were very friendly & accommodating…the Family & their Deluxe Rooms were at par from other guesthouses i have stayed into during my previous visits to Boracay. Unluckily though, we couldn’t get room reservation from Taj for our March 12-14, 2010 Boracay weekend anymore,because it has been fully booked, as what Ms.Joan replied to my inquiry. I’ve just sent an inquiry email to Ms. Net of Tan’s guesthouse if they still have available room on those dates.
    This just comes as an added testimonial for your very good & reliable recommendations to above guesthouses in Boracay. Again, with much thanks & appreciation for your kindness.

59. donna said,

    thanks nina.we went to bora last jan.10 – 14, 2010 and we stayed at taj guest house. youre right coz the staff were accomodating especially the receptionist whose name is rose and also the owner ms joanna.truly it is very good accomodation.two thumbs up.

60. Michelle Tamayo said,

    Hi Nina,

    I love your blog, your insights and especially your travels. I would like to ask if you can recommend a beachfront resort in Boracay which is family friendly and most importantly budget friendly. We will be travelling with our 2 year old toddler in tow. A plus would be a pool. Thanks

61. kate florendo said,

    thanks for this. very helpful.

62. Michael Amor said,

    Hi there my name is Michael, me, my wife and our 8 year old daughter is arriving in Boracay from manila on March 18,2010 until March 20 we dont know where to stay, we are looking for good price accomodation “good” means low and affordable hehehehe. I’ll leave my e-mail michaelove12@hotmail.com or you can Text message me 09213297890 for your prices or kind suggestions, please include exact place in boat station 2. thank you.

63. jen said,

    hi =)..

    ask ko lang po.. mga ilang minutes walk mula eriko’s hanggang beach? =)

64. jen said,

    nag inquire ako sa tans ng mar 28-30.. 2800/nyt daw..huhu…may marecommend kb na iba?1500-2k lang sana…natakot ako sa villa simprosa e kahit 1500 dahil dun sa robbery issue, hehe … wala kc ko landline..so ung my cp number lang nakokontak ko..tnx nina=)

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