As part of the rehabilitation effort in Boracay, hotels have been forced to comply with stricter environmental regulations by the Philippine Department Of Tourism (DOT).
At this point, almost all hotels are compliant, but if you’re not sure, you can use this page to check if the resort you want to book is accredited by the DOT before booking.
This list was published by the Department of Tourism on October 2, 2023:
The Best Accredited Hotels in Each Station
To help you choose a good compliant resort, I list some of the best below. They’re categorized by price-range and location, so you can pick one that fits your preferences. You can also have a look at my full Station 1, Station 2, and Station 3 hotel guides for more detailed information.
| My top 3 recommended hotels in Station 1 are: | |
|---|---|
| Budget: | Hannah Hotel |
| Mid-range: | Jony’s Beach Resort |
| Luxury: | Two Seasons |
| My top 3 recommended hotels in Station 2 are: | |
|---|---|
| Budget: | Deparis Beach Resort |
| Mid-range: | El Centro (my top pick) |
| Luxury: | Coast Boracay |
| My top 3 recommended hotels in Station 3 are: | |
|---|---|
| Budget: | Greenyard Inn |
| Mid-range: | Surfside Resort & Spa |
| Luxury: | Villa Caemilla |
* These are highly rated places that are in popular demand, so it’s best to book them well in advance if/when rooms are still available.
Need Help with Choosing Where to Stay?
Then see my guide: where to stay on Boracay’s White Beach, or have a look at my guide to Boracay’s 36 best hotels. Both include clear outlines of the pros and cons of the different stations, but in a different form factor.